Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Ink Jet Printer Technical Brief Page 3 Epson printers use an advanced error diffusion technology to the page, based on the Epson ink sets in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. Fine Art Pro Advanced Amateur Photo Enthusiast Chief Memory Of...
... produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Ink Jet Printer Technical Brief Page 3 Epson printers use an advanced error diffusion technology to the page, based on the Epson ink sets in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. Fine Art Pro Advanced Amateur Photo Enthusiast Chief Memory Of...
Product Brochure
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The feature-rich Epson Stylus Photo RX500 all-in card slots - Key Features Superior PC-free photo printing and copying - Creates brilliant results with built-in under 39 seconds Cost-saving individual ink cartridges Scan slides and negatives Epson Prints. Quickly restores faded color photos to 5760 x 1440 optimized dpi and 6-color Photo Inks Full-featured flatbed scanning with up to 16 ppm color) - Award...
The feature-rich Epson Stylus Photo RX500 all-in card slots - Key Features Superior PC-free photo printing and copying - Creates brilliant results with built-in under 39 seconds Cost-saving individual ink cartridges Scan slides and negatives Epson Prints. Quickly restores faded color photos to 5760 x 1440 optimized dpi and 6-color Photo Inks Full-featured flatbed scanning with up to 16 ppm color) - Award...
Product Brochure
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...in U.S. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. © Copyright 2003 Epson America, Inc. PRINTER, COPIER, SCANNER, CARD READER STYLUS® PHOTO RX500 SPECIFICATIONS Printer Printing Technology 6-color (CcMmYK) drop-on-demand Micro Piezo® ink jet ...Ink Cartridges** Black cartridge yields Color cartridge yields 630 pages ISO/IEC 10561 letter pattern 450 pages at 5% coverage 430 pages at 5% coverage per color Color Scanner Type Color flatbed Imaging Sensor Color CCD line sensor Scan Area Maximum Resolution Optical Hardware Interpolated Color Depth 48 bit color...
...in U.S. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. © Copyright 2003 Epson America, Inc. PRINTER, COPIER, SCANNER, CARD READER STYLUS® PHOTO RX500 SPECIFICATIONS Printer Printing Technology 6-color (CcMmYK) drop-on-demand Micro Piezo® ink jet ...Ink Cartridges** Black cartridge yields Color cartridge yields 630 pages ISO/IEC 10561 letter pattern 450 pages at 5% coverage 430 pages at 5% coverage per color Color Scanner Type Color flatbed Imaging Sensor Color CCD line sensor Scan Area Maximum Resolution Optical Hardware Interpolated Color Depth 48 bit color...
Product Information Guide
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..., folded, or wrinkled paper. EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 Paper name EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Card Kit EPSON Iron On Transfer Paper EPSON Photo Stickers Kit (CDROM/Stickers Size Letter Letter A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches) Part number S041606 S041153 S041144KIT Specifications Printing Printing method On-demand ink jet Nozzle configuration Black 90 nozzles Color 450 nozzles (90 nozzles per color × 5) Print direction Bidirectional...
..., folded, or wrinkled paper. EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 Paper name EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Card Kit EPSON Iron On Transfer Paper EPSON Photo Stickers Kit (CDROM/Stickers Size Letter Letter A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches) Part number S041606 S041153 S041144KIT Specifications Printing Printing method On-demand ink jet Nozzle configuration Black 90 nozzles Color 450 nozzles (90 nozzles per color × 5) Print direction Bidirectional...
Product Information Guide
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... ink cartridge - - - > Press The indicated ink cartridge is still jammed, see page 3. EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 10/03 Scans a photo or document and lets you choose which program it opens in the entire oval under the paper you can send it back on page 5. Press the P On button to turn off the Stylus Photo RX500, then turn off the Stylus Photo RX500. Then press the x Color...
... ink cartridge - - - > Press The indicated ink cartridge is still jammed, see page 3. EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 10/03 Scans a photo or document and lets you choose which program it opens in the entire oval under the paper you can send it back on page 5. Press the P On button to turn off the Stylus Photo RX500, then turn off the Stylus Photo RX500. Then press the x Color...
Product Information Guide
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... and water. Press the top left button until you may cause damage to replace an ink cartridge; You can replace the cartridge. If ink gets on your hands, wash them . EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 Cleaning the Print Head If your printouts are unexpectedly light, colors are not correct, or dots or lines are missing, you see Head Cleaning on...
... and water. Press the top left button until you may cause damage to replace an ink cartridge; You can replace the cartridge. If ink gets on your hands, wash them . EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 Cleaning the Print Head If your printouts are unexpectedly light, colors are not correct, or dots or lines are missing, you see Head Cleaning on...
Product Information Guide
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... print head is empty. Once you start the ink cartridge replacement procedure, you must complete all of the cartridges, wait for the ink cartridge holder to move the print head by pulling the back of the cartridge; EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 10/03 Finally, press the x Color button. 3. EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 Caution: To avoid damaging the EPSON Stylus Photo RX500, never move to the replacement position, then open...
... print head is empty. Once you start the ink cartridge replacement procedure, you must complete all of the cartridges, wait for the ink cartridge holder to move the print head by pulling the back of the cartridge; EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 10/03 Finally, press the x Color button. 3. EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 Caution: To avoid damaging the EPSON Stylus Photo RX500, never move to the replacement position, then open...
Product Information Guide
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.../03 EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 - 13 Note: You can also use the print head alignment utility, as described in each newly installed cartridge until it hasn't moved or made noise for the message to replace other ink cartridges, repeat steps 5 through 7 before using the Stylus Photo RX500. Make sure the Stylus Photo RX500 is off the Stylus Photo RX500 while Charging appears on the Stylus Photo RX500 to align...
.../03 EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 - 13 Note: You can also use the print head alignment utility, as described in each newly installed cartridge until it hasn't moved or made noise for the message to replace other ink cartridges, repeat steps 5 through 7 before using the Stylus Photo RX500. Make sure the Stylus Photo RX500 is off the Stylus Photo RX500 while Charging appears on the Stylus Photo RX500 to align...
Start Here Card
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If any parts are missing, contact Epson® as described on the back of this sheet. Software CD-ROM Ink cartridges (6 total) Document mat continue Stylus Photo RX500 User's Guide How To Copy and Print Film holder Paper support 2 Remove all the parts shown here. EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 EPSON Stylus® Photo RX500 Start Here 4043426-00 Printed in XXX CPD-16980R2 4051205-00 XXX 1 Unpack 1 Make sure you have all the tape.
If any parts are missing, contact Epson® as described on the back of this sheet. Software CD-ROM Ink cartridges (6 total) Document mat continue Stylus Photo RX500 User's Guide How To Copy and Print Film holder Paper support 2 Remove all the parts shown here. EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 EPSON Stylus® Photo RX500 Start Here 4043426-00 Printed in XXX CPD-16980R2 4051205-00 XXX 1 Unpack 1 Make sure you have all the tape.
Start Here Card
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... toward you. 4 Remove the ink cartridges from their packages. Caution: You must install all the cartridges and leave them installed for all types of the RX500. 4 Unlock the Printer 1 Lift up the entire scanner unit. 3 Open the cartridge cover by hand. 5 Lower each cartridge into the holder marked with the corresponding color. Caution: You must remove the...
... toward you. 4 Remove the ink cartridges from their packages. Caution: You must install all the cartridges and leave them installed for all types of the RX500. 4 Unlock the Printer 1 Lift up the entire scanner unit. 3 Open the cartridge cover by hand. 5 Lower each cartridge into the holder marked with the corresponding color. Caution: You must remove the...
Start Here Card
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... beneath their tabs. 6 Press down on the back of the RX500. If it . 3 Open the output tray. 4 Flip the feeder guard forward. 5 Place a stack of paper. Charging takes about 2 minutes. Don't force it doesn't close the ink cartridge cover. Then close easily, open it clicks into place. Note...: Don't turn the RX500 off while you see the Initial Charge message or you forget to the round connector on each...
... beneath their tabs. 6 Press down on the back of the RX500. If it . 3 Open the output tray. 4 Flip the feeder guard forward. 5 Place a stack of paper. Charging takes about 2 minutes. Don't force it doesn't close the ink cartridge cover. Then close easily, open it clicks into place. Note...: Don't turn the RX500 off while you see the Initial Charge message or you forget to the round connector on each...
Start Here Card
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... port on -screen Reference Guide. Make sure the ink cartridges are pushed all the way down menu. 3 Click Stylus Photo RX500. See "Any Questions?" They give you 'd like to add a printer, click Add. 2 On the next screen, select EPSON USB from the Apple menu. 2 Select the SP RX500 Series icon, then select your USB port and turn...
... port on -screen Reference Guide. Make sure the ink cartridges are pushed all the way down menu. 3 Click Stylus Photo RX500. See "Any Questions?" They give you 'd like to add a printer, click Add. 2 On the next screen, select EPSON USB from the Apple menu. 2 Select the SP RX500 Series icon, then select your USB port and turn...
User's Guide
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Printing From a Memory Card 89 Printing an Index Form 89 Selecting Photos To Print 92 Printing With DPOF 94 Choosing Print Settings 96 Scanning a Photo to a Memory Card 105 Maintaining the RX500 109 Cleaning the Print Head 109 Replacing Ink Cartridges 111 Installing New Cartridges 111 Aligning the Print Head 115 Transporting the RX500 118 Solving Problems 121 Problems and Solutions 121 Copying Problems 121 Paper Feeding Problems 122 Copy Quality Problems 122 Where To Get Help 123 Epson Support 123 Other Software Technical Support 124 Contents 5
Printing From a Memory Card 89 Printing an Index Form 89 Selecting Photos To Print 92 Printing With DPOF 94 Choosing Print Settings 96 Scanning a Photo to a Memory Card 105 Maintaining the RX500 109 Cleaning the Print Head 109 Replacing Ink Cartridges 111 Installing New Cartridges 111 Aligning the Print Head 115 Transporting the RX500 118 Solving Problems 121 Problems and Solutions 121 Copying Problems 121 Paper Feeding Problems 122 Copy Quality Problems 122 Where To Get Help 123 Epson Support 123 Other Software Technical Support 124 Contents 5
User's Guide
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Limited Warranty 131 Index 133 6 Contents Requirements and Notices 125 Windows System Requirements 125 Macintosh System Requirements 125 Important Safety Instructions 126 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 127 LCD Panel Safety Instructions 128 Legal Notices 129 FCC Compliance Statement 129 Declaration of Conformity 130 ENERGY STAR Compliance 130 Epson America, Inc.
Limited Warranty 131 Index 133 6 Contents Requirements and Notices 125 Windows System Requirements 125 Macintosh System Requirements 125 Important Safety Instructions 126 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 127 LCD Panel Safety Instructions 128 Legal Notices 129 FCC Compliance Statement 129 Declaration of Conformity 130 ENERGY STAR Compliance 130 Epson America, Inc.
User's Guide
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Maintaining the RX500 If you notice a decline in print quality, follow the instructions in this : 1.Ink levels Press the Color 109 Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if quality declines. or Help button on your printouts are unexpectedly light, or dots or lines ...the Print Head If your printer settings window for details.) 2. Select the ? error light is turned on checking ink levels and replacing ink cartridges, aligning the print head, and transporting the RX500. You'll also find instructions on but not printing, and the ! You see page 111 for instructions on ...
Maintaining the RX500 If you notice a decline in print quality, follow the instructions in this : 1.Ink levels Press the Color 109 Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if quality declines. or Help button on your printouts are unexpectedly light, or dots or lines ...the Print Head If your printer settings window for details.) 2. Select the ? error light is turned on checking ink levels and replacing ink cartridges, aligning the print head, and transporting the RX500. You'll also find instructions on but not printing, and the ! You see page 111 for instructions on ...
User's Guide
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...begin. Use these steps: 1. Replacing Ink Cartridges To check ink levels, follow these cartridges: Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light Cyan Light Magenta Part number T048120 T048220 T048320 T048420 T048520 T048620 Replacing Ink Cartridges 111 You see the amount of ink available in one session. Tip: To... (Light Magenta). You can't print if a cartridge is displayed, then press the x Color button. Once you start replacing an ink cartridge, you must complete all the ink levels, wait for them to the LCD screen until Ink Levels is empty. Ink levels C:50% M:50% Y:50% 3. Press...
...begin. Use these steps: 1. Replacing Ink Cartridges To check ink levels, follow these cartridges: Color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light Cyan Light Magenta Part number T048120 T048220 T048320 T048420 T048520 T048620 Replacing Ink Cartridges 111 You see the amount of ink available in one session. Tip: To... (Light Magenta). You can't print if a cartridge is displayed, then press the x Color button. Once you start replacing an ink cartridge, you must complete all the ink levels, wait for them to the LCD screen until Ink Levels is empty. Ink levels C:50% M:50% Y:50% 3. Press...
User's Guide
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...the LCD screen to see Open the scanner on the LCD screen, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them thoroughly with water. Leave the empty cartridge installed in the print head nozzles may cause damage to keep the scanner lid ...ink cartridge is empty, then press the x Color button. When you have a replacement. You can 't print if an ink cartridge is displayed. You can also call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. If ink gets on top. 112 Maintaining the RX500 Otherwise the ink remaining in the RX500 until Replace Ink is empty. If an ink cartridge...
...the LCD screen to see Open the scanner on the LCD screen, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them thoroughly with water. Leave the empty cartridge installed in the print head nozzles may cause damage to keep the scanner lid ...ink cartridge is empty, then press the x Color button. When you have a replacement. You can 't print if an ink cartridge is displayed. You can also call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. If ink gets on top. 112 Maintaining the RX500 Otherwise the ink remaining in the RX500 until Replace Ink is empty. If an ink cartridge...
User's Guide
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... to the replacement position. Press in the tab at the back of it , then lift the cartridge straight out. Unwrap the new cartridge. Wait until the cartridges have moved to open its cover by pulling it back up and toward you need to the replacement...from the back 4. Dispose of the cartridge to replace. 5. Open the cover from the cartridge. Note: The illustration above shows the black ink cartridge being removed. Replacing Ink Cartridges 113 Identify the cartridge you need to release it carefully. Wait for the ink cartridge holder to move to replace. Only remove...
... to the replacement position. Press in the tab at the back of it , then lift the cartridge straight out. Unwrap the new cartridge. Wait until the cartridges have moved to open its cover by pulling it back up and toward you need to the replacement...from the back 4. Dispose of the cartridge to replace. 5. Open the cover from the cartridge. Note: The illustration above shows the black ink cartridge being removed. Replacing Ink Cartridges 113 Identify the cartridge you need to release it carefully. Wait for the ink cartridge holder to move to replace. Only remove...
User's Guide
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... click into place.) Caution: If you find it click into place. Caution: Never turn off the RX500 while Charging appears on each newly installed cartridge until it 's best to install new ink cartridges or used cartridges with little ink remaining may cause incomplete charging of ink. This may become empty immediately after being installed. 114 Maintaining the...
... click into place.) Caution: If you find it click into place. Caution: Never turn off the RX500 while Charging appears on each newly installed cartridge until it 's best to install new ink cartridges or used cartridges with little ink remaining may cause incomplete charging of ink. This may become empty immediately after being installed. 114 Maintaining the...
User's Guide
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... distance, you move your computer. 4. Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the RX500. Never transport or store the printer on the RX500. Close the output tray. 7. Then turn on its original box or one of the RX500. 5. Close the scanner lid. 3. Wait until the scanner carriage moves to the...
... distance, you move your computer. 4. Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the RX500. Never transport or store the printer on the RX500. Close the output tray. 7. Then turn on its original box or one of the RX500. 5. Close the scanner lid. 3. Wait until the scanner carriage moves to the...