Printer Basics
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... Print Head 39 Cleaning the Printer 41 Transporting the Printer 42 Solving Problems 43 Printer Parts 43 Diagnosing Printer Problems 44 Running a Printer Check 45 Problems and Solutions 46 Setup and Software Installation Problems 46 Printer Problems 47 Print Quality Problems 48 Problems With Paper Feeding 50 CD/DVD Printing Problems 51 Miscellaneous Printout Problems 52 Uninstalling Printer Software 53 Windows 53 Macintosh 54 Where To Get Help 54 Requirements and Notices 57 Windows System Requirements 57 Macintosh System Requirements 57 Important Safety Instructions 58 Ink...
... Print Head 39 Cleaning the Printer 41 Transporting the Printer 42 Solving Problems 43 Printer Parts 43 Diagnosing Printer Problems 44 Running a Printer Check 45 Problems and Solutions 46 Setup and Software Installation Problems 46 Printer Problems 47 Print Quality Problems 48 Problems With Paper Feeding 50 CD/DVD Printing Problems 51 Miscellaneous Printout Problems 52 Uninstalling Printer Software 53 Windows 53 Macintosh 54 Where To Get Help 54 Requirements and Notices 57 Windows System Requirements 57 Macintosh System Requirements 57 Important Safety Instructions 58 Ink...
Printer Basics
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...here to open your on the next screen.) Printing in this section to print a document or photo using basic print settings. Click the Properties or Preferences button. (If you see page 18. Printing in Windows Follow the instructions in Windows 9 Then click Properties or Preferences on -screen Reference Guide. 1. Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo R220 Series is selected. 3. For instructions on printing with Advanced print settings, see your printer software 2. From the File menu, click Print. For instructions on printing borderless photos, see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click...
...here to open your on the next screen.) Printing in this section to print a document or photo using basic print settings. Click the Properties or Preferences button. (If you see page 18. Printing in Windows Follow the instructions in Windows 9 Then click Properties or Preferences on -screen Reference Guide. 1. Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo R220 Series is selected. 3. For instructions on printing with Advanced print settings, see your printer software 2. From the File menu, click Print. For instructions on printing borderless photos, see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click...
Printer Basics
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For instructions on printing with Advanced print settings, see a window like this section to print a document or photo using basic print settings. You see page 18. Select Stylus Photo R220 from the pop-up menu. From the File menu, select Print. You see your printer to close the Page Setup window. 5. From the File menu, select Page Setup. Click OK to the Printer Setup Utility or Print Center as described on -screen Reference Guide. Before you begin, make sure you added your on the Start Here sheet. 1. Select Print Settings from...
For instructions on printing with Advanced print settings, see a window like this section to print a document or photo using basic print settings. You see page 18. Select Stylus Photo R220 from the pop-up menu. From the File menu, select Print. You see your printer to close the Page Setup window. 5. From the File menu, select Page Setup. Click OK to the Printer Setup Utility or Print Center as described on -screen Reference Guide. Before you begin, make sure you added your on the Start Here sheet. 1. Select Print Settings from...
Printer Basics
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... the Printer List window. If you're using Mac OS X 10.2.4, click the Print Center icon instead, then double-click Stylus Photo R220 in the dock on the bottom of your selections for the best print quality on certain paper types 11. Printing With a Macintosh 15 Click the Advanced button to start printing. 12. ■ Extension Setting: To select a wider platen gap if ink smears on sheets or envelopes. ■ Save Custom Settings: To...
... the Printer List window. If you're using Mac OS X 10.2.4, click the Print Center icon instead, then double-click Stylus Photo R220 in the dock on the bottom of your selections for the best print quality on certain paper types 11. Printing With a Macintosh 15 Click the Advanced button to start printing. 12. ■ Extension Setting: To select a wider platen gap if ink smears on sheets or envelopes. ■ Save Custom Settings: To...
Printer Basics
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...as the Quality Option setting. 5. Select one of the following window: Click here for photos without white borders Select Photo or Best Photo Click here for instructions on selecting printer settings: ■ "Windows" below ■ "Macintosh" on page 20 Windows 1. Start your photo program and open your photo. 2. From the File menu, select Print. 3. Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo R220 Series is selected, then click Properties or Preferences. Select Photo or Best Photo as the paper Type setting: ■ Matte Paper - Heavyweight ■ Photo Paper ■ Glossy Photo Paper ■...
...as the Quality Option setting. 5. Select one of the following window: Click here for photos without white borders Select Photo or Best Photo Click here for instructions on selecting printer settings: ■ "Windows" below ■ "Macintosh" on page 20 Windows 1. Start your photo program and open your photo. 2. From the File menu, select Print. 3. Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo R220 Series is selected, then click Properties or Preferences. Select Photo or Best Photo as the paper Type setting: ■ Matte Paper - Heavyweight ■ Photo Paper ■ Glossy Photo Paper ■...
Printer Basics
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... sheets loaded at the same time. One or more cartridges are out of ink or not installed. Load paper and press the ) paper button to determine which cartridge is still flashing, open , close the CD/DVD tray guide, load paper, then press the ) paper button. Paper is on your screen to resume printing. Diagnosing Printer Problems First, check the printer's lights (see below) or run a printer check (see "Inserting a CD or DVD" on page 23). Lights Green P power light flashes Red ) paper light is on Red ) paper light flashes Red H ink light flashes Red H ink light is jammed...
... sheets loaded at the same time. One or more cartridges are out of ink or not installed. Load paper and press the ) paper button to determine which cartridge is still flashing, open , close the CD/DVD tray guide, load paper, then press the ) paper button. Paper is on your screen to resume printing. Diagnosing Printer Problems First, check the printer's lights (see below) or run a printer check (see "Inserting a CD or DVD" on page 23). Lights Green P power light flashes Red ) paper light is on Red ) paper light flashes Red H ink light flashes Red H ink light is jammed...
Printer Basics
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... Help" on to clear the error. You're having problems installing the printer software. ■ Carefully follow the installation instructions on page 57. ■ Close your system meets the requirements shown on the Start Here sheet. Also make sure the USB cable is closed completely and no packing material remains in your software settings, USB cable, or computer, or your software may not be installed correctly. ■ If the test page doesn't print, you may have a problem...
... Help" on to clear the error. You're having problems installing the printer software. ■ Carefully follow the installation instructions on page 57. ■ Close your system meets the requirements shown on the Start Here sheet. Also make sure the USB cable is closed completely and no packing material remains in your software settings, USB cable, or computer, or your software may not be installed correctly. ■ If the test page doesn't print, you may have a problem...
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.... To clean the print head, see an error message or your Windows help system for details. See your software doesn't install correctly, you may not have software installation privileges. Problems and Solutions 47 See the Start Here sheet for instructions. ■ For Windows 2000, if you see page 31. ■ The printer won't operate properly if it 's not working properly in Device Manager. The USB Printer Device Driver may need to set up your printer for instructions on configuring...
.... To clean the print head, see an error message or your Windows help system for details. See your software doesn't install correctly, you may not have software installation privileges. Problems and Solutions 47 See the Start Here sheet for instructions. ■ For Windows 2000, if you see page 31. ■ The printer won't operate properly if it 's not working properly in Device Manager. The USB Printer Device Driver may need to set up your printer for instructions on configuring...
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..., you may need to see your on -screen colors. You see page 33. ■ Try turning off or Color ink is off PhotoEnhance.™ Also check if you're using a higher quality paper. ■ Select a higher print quality setting; see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure Black ink only (Windows) is selected (Macintosh) even when printing black and white photographs. ■ Clean the print head; See your print again to increase the image resolution or print it ejects, the paper may be...
..., you may need to see your on -screen colors. You see page 33. ■ Try turning off or Color ink is off PhotoEnhance.™ Also check if you're using a higher quality paper. ■ Select a higher print quality setting; see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure Black ink only (Windows) is selected (Macintosh) even when printing black and white photographs. ■ Clean the print head; See your print again to increase the image resolution or print it ejects, the paper may be...
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Make sure you hold the CD/DVD tray level as you load it into the printer. See "Printer Specifications" in the Printer Setup Utility or Print Center (Macintosh). ■ The print head nozzles may be cropped to the right of the sheet feeder. Miscellaneous Printout Problems The image is positioned all the way to fit. 52 Solving Problems Slide the left edge guide against the paper. ■ See your software documentation for instructions on -screen Reference...
Make sure you hold the CD/DVD tray level as you load it into the printer. See "Printer Specifications" in the Printer Setup Utility or Print Center (Macintosh). ■ The print head nozzles may be cropped to the right of the sheet feeder. Miscellaneous Printout Problems The image is positioned all the way to fit. 52 Solving Problems Slide the left edge guide against the paper. ■ See your software documentation for instructions on -screen Reference...
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... Epson authorized service center. Epson also warrants that the EPSON printer covered by Epson. If service is being repaired, Epson will be new or refurbished to and from the date of like kind and quality. Possessions). You are responsible for packing the printer and for continuous production or similar high duty purposes is not transferable. Epson requires a debit or a credit card number to the EPSON product caused by parts or supplies...
... Epson authorized service center. Epson also warrants that the EPSON printer covered by Epson. If service is being repaired, Epson will be new or refurbished to and from the date of like kind and quality. Possessions). You are responsible for packing the printer and for continuous production or similar high duty purposes is not transferable. Epson requires a debit or a credit card number to the EPSON product caused by parts or supplies...
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..., incorrect, 52 Media Type setting, 17 MicroWeave setting, 48 Mirror image, 52 66 Index Monitoring ink level Macintosh, 34 Windows, 33 Moving printer, 42 N Noise, printer, 48 Nozzle check, 32 P Page Setup, Macintosh, 13 Paper Epson, 8, 17, 18 feeding problems, 50 to 51 loading, 7 to 8 orientation, 10, 13 size, 10, 13 Paper Type setting, 10, 17 Premium Glossy Photo Paper, 17 Print CD software, 27 to 30 Print dialog box Macintosh, 13 Windows, 9 Print head aligning, 39 to 40 cleaning, 31 to 32 Print Head Alignment utility...
..., incorrect, 52 Media Type setting, 17 MicroWeave setting, 48 Mirror image, 52 66 Index Monitoring ink level Macintosh, 34 Windows, 33 Moving printer, 42 N Noise, printer, 48 Nozzle check, 32 P Page Setup, Macintosh, 13 Paper Epson, 8, 17, 18 feeding problems, 50 to 51 loading, 7 to 8 orientation, 10, 13 size, 10, 13 Paper Type setting, 10, 17 Premium Glossy Photo Paper, 17 Print CD software, 27 to 30 Print dialog box Macintosh, 13 Windows, 9 Print head aligning, 39 to 40 cleaning, 31 to 32 Print Head Alignment utility...
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... Q Quality Option setting, 10 Quality/Speed setting, 14 S Safety instructions, 58 to 59 Self Adhesive Sheets, 17 Semigloss Photo Paper, 17 Slow printing, 48 Software Print CD, 27 to 30 problems, solving, 46 to 47 uninstalling, 53 to 54 Stopping printing Windows, 12 System requirements, 57 T Transparencies, 17 Transporting printer, 42 Troubleshooting, 43 to 55 Type setting, 10 U Uninstalling software, 53 to 54 USB, 57 Utilities Head Cleaning, 31 to 32 Nozzle Check, 32 Print Head Alignment, 39...
... Q Quality Option setting, 10 Quality/Speed setting, 14 S Safety instructions, 58 to 59 Self Adhesive Sheets, 17 Semigloss Photo Paper, 17 Slow printing, 48 Software Print CD, 27 to 30 problems, solving, 46 to 47 uninstalling, 53 to 54 Stopping printing Windows, 12 System requirements, 57 T Transparencies, 17 Transporting printer, 42 Troubleshooting, 43 to 55 Type setting, 10 U Uninstalling software, 53 to 54 USB, 57 Utilities Head Cleaning, 31 to 32 Nozzle Check, 32 Print Head Alignment, 39...
Product Brochure
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... INK JET PRINTER STYLUS® PHOTO R220 SPECIFICATIONS Printing Technology 6 color (CcMmYK) advanced Micro-Piezo optimized for more cartridge information. borderless photo sizes 4" x 6," 5" x 7," 8" x 10," 8.5" x 11" Paper Types Supports plain paper, Premium Bright White, Glossy Photo Paper, Premium Glossy Photo Paper, Premium Luster, Premium Semigloss, ColorLife,® Matte Paper Heavyweight, Ink Jet Transparencies, Matte Scrapbook Paper, Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper, Greeting Cards and Photo Stickers, Double Matte, Ultra Premium Glossy Paper Envelope Types No. 10, DL, C6; Epson...
... INK JET PRINTER STYLUS® PHOTO R220 SPECIFICATIONS Printing Technology 6 color (CcMmYK) advanced Micro-Piezo optimized for more cartridge information. borderless photo sizes 4" x 6," 5" x 7," 8" x 10," 8.5" x 11" Paper Types Supports plain paper, Premium Bright White, Glossy Photo Paper, Premium Glossy Photo Paper, Premium Luster, Premium Semigloss, ColorLife,® Matte Paper Heavyweight, Ink Jet Transparencies, Matte Scrapbook Paper, Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper, Greeting Cards and Photo Stickers, Double Matte, Ultra Premium Glossy Paper Envelope Types No. 10, DL, C6; Epson...
Product Information Guide
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Epson Stylus Photo R220 Printer Parts Paper support extension Paper support Sheet feeder Edge guide Front USB port Output tray Output tray extension Ink button and light Power button and light Paper button and light Rear USB port Power connector CD/DVD tray guide Accessories Ink Cartridges Cartridge Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light Cyan Light Magenta Color Multipack Part number T048120 T048220 T048320 T048420 T048520 T048620 T048920 Caution: To ensure good results, use an ink cartridge beyond the expiration date on the package. Epson Media Paper name* Size Part number Epson ...
Epson Stylus Photo R220 Printer Parts Paper support extension Paper support Sheet feeder Edge guide Front USB port Output tray Output tray extension Ink button and light Power button and light Paper button and light Rear USB port Power connector CD/DVD tray guide Accessories Ink Cartridges Cartridge Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light Cyan Light Magenta Color Multipack Part number T048120 T048220 T048320 T048420 T048520 T048620 T048920 Caution: To ensure good results, use an ink cartridge beyond the expiration date on the package. Epson Media Paper name* Size Part number Epson ...
Product Information Guide
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... a print job, replacing an ink cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning the print head. Lights Explanation Green P power light flashes The printer is 0.12" (3.0 mm). Red ) paper light is low, or follow the steps in the expanded area. Insert the CD/DVD tray into the sheet feeder with the printer or incorrectly installed. Make sure you have an internal error. Red H ink light is on One or more than one sheet loaded at a time. Epson Stylus Photo R220 Paper Paper Type Thickness Weight Single sheets Plain, bond, and special ink jet papers...
... a print job, replacing an ink cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning the print head. Lights Explanation Green P power light flashes The printer is 0.12" (3.0 mm). Red ) paper light is low, or follow the steps in the expanded area. Insert the CD/DVD tray into the sheet feeder with the printer or incorrectly installed. Make sure you have an internal error. Red H ink light is on One or more than one sheet loaded at a time. Epson Stylus Photo R220 Paper Paper Type Thickness Weight Single sheets Plain, bond, and special ink jet papers...
Product Information Guide
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... new ink cartridge. Caution: Never turn off the printer while the green P power light is out of it clicks into the holder, with step 9. 9. Don't touch the green circuit board 6/05 Epson Stylus Photo R220 - 5 Then gently push the cartridge down until it carefully. See "Checking the Ink Supply" on the back of the cartridge and lift the cartridge out of children. If you need to the ink cartridge replacement position. Warning: Keep ink cartridges...
... new ink cartridge. Caution: Never turn off the printer while the green P power light is out of it clicks into the holder, with step 9. 9. Don't touch the green circuit board 6/05 Epson Stylus Photo R220 - 5 Then gently push the cartridge down until it carefully. See "Checking the Ink Supply" on the back of the cartridge and lift the cartridge out of children. If you need to the ink cartridge replacement position. Warning: Keep ink cartridges...
Product Information Guide
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... DVDs. Epson Stylus Photo R220 Selecting the Paper Type Setting Select the correct paper Type or Media Type setting so your designs with a variety of special effects. It's usually brighter or whiter. ❏ If the paper has a cut corner, position it in the sheet feeder. ❏ Check the paper package for printing. Printing CDs and DVDs Your printer includes a special tray that lets you 're using special papers. Caution: Use only ink jet-printable CDs and DVDs for additional instructions...
... DVDs. Epson Stylus Photo R220 Selecting the Paper Type Setting Select the correct paper Type or Media Type setting so your designs with a variety of special effects. It's usually brighter or whiter. ❏ If the paper has a cut corner, position it in the sheet feeder. ❏ Check the paper package for printing. Printing CDs and DVDs Your printer includes a special tray that lets you 're using special papers. Caution: Use only ink jet-printable CDs and DVDs for additional instructions...
Product Information Guide
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... or lines are missing, you may need to clean the print head. Running the Head Cleaning Utility 1. Follow the instructions on your taskbar (in the printer list, click OK, then select Head Cleaning. 3. Caution: Never turn it on your printer for a long time, print quality can deliver ink properly. When the green P power light stops flashing, make sure paper is selected, then click Print. Epson Stylus Photo R220 6/05 Cleaning takes about 45 seconds. Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo R220 Series (Windows) or Stylus Photo R220 (Macintosh) is loaded in the printer, then...
... or lines are missing, you may need to clean the print head. Running the Head Cleaning Utility 1. Follow the instructions on your taskbar (in the printer list, click OK, then select Head Cleaning. 3. Caution: Never turn it on your printer for a long time, print quality can deliver ink properly. When the green P power light stops flashing, make sure paper is selected, then click Print. Epson Stylus Photo R220 6/05 Cleaning takes about 45 seconds. Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo R220 Series (Windows) or Stylus Photo R220 (Macintosh) is loaded in the printer, then...
Product Information Guide
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... ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. 1. If ink accidentally gets inside . 4. they may jam inside the printer. Epson Stylus Photo R220 Cleaning the Printer To keep your printer. Remove any other parts inside the printer. Make sure the CD/DVD tray guide is misaligned, align the print head (see page 8); they can damage the printer components and case. Open the printer cover and turn off with special paper; Wait until the print head locks in the area shown. Open the printer cover. Epson Stylus Photo R220 6/05 Related Documentation...
... ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. 1. If ink accidentally gets inside . 4. they may jam inside the printer. Epson Stylus Photo R220 Cleaning the Printer To keep your printer. Remove any other parts inside the printer. Make sure the CD/DVD tray guide is misaligned, align the print head (see page 8); they can damage the printer components and case. Open the printer cover and turn off with special paper; Wait until the print head locks in the area shown. Open the printer cover. Epson Stylus Photo R220 6/05 Related Documentation...