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... the Control Panel Lights 41 Running a Printer Check 42 Problems and Solutions 43 Setup and Software Installation Problems 43 Printer Problems 44 Quality Problems 45 Paper Problems 48 Miscellaneous Problems 48 Uninstalling and Reinstalling Printer Software 50 Windows 50 Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x 50 Macintosh OS X 50 Where To Get Help 51 EPSON Technical Support 51 iv
... the Control Panel Lights 41 Running a Printer Check 42 Problems and Solutions 43 Setup and Software Installation Problems 43 Printer Problems 44 Quality Problems 45 Paper Problems 48 Miscellaneous Problems 48 Uninstalling and Reinstalling Printer Software 50 Windows 50 Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x 50 Macintosh OS X 50 Where To Get Help 51 EPSON Technical Support 51 iv
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Limited Warranty 65 INDEX 67 v INSTALLING SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 2000, 95, NT 4.X, AND MACINTOSH OS X 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x 56 Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X 57 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 59 Windows System Requirements 59 Macintosh System Requirements 60 ENERGY STAR Compliance 61 Important Safety Instructions 61 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 62 FCC Compliance Statement 63 Declaration of Conformity 64 Epson America, Inc.
Limited Warranty 65 INDEX 67 v INSTALLING SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 2000, 95, NT 4.X, AND MACINTOSH OS X 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x 56 Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X 57 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 59 Windows System Requirements 59 Macintosh System Requirements 60 ENERGY STAR Compliance 61 Important Safety Instructions 61 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 62 FCC Compliance Statement 63 Declaration of Conformity 64 Epson America, Inc.
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... on -screen access to check EPSON's support web site periodically for installation instructions. ■ Your printer driver runs your printer and lets you control how your documents look. Your printer software installer lets you add a link to your printer driver. It includes EPSON Print Show, animated tutorials on your... are saved in a flash. See the Start Here sheet for free updates to the EPSON PhotoCenter on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, and other tasks. About Your Software The CD-ROM that lets you organize, beautify, and print your photos in your digital...
... on -screen access to check EPSON's support web site periodically for installation instructions. ■ Your printer driver runs your printer and lets you control how your documents look. Your printer software installer lets you add a link to your printer driver. It includes EPSON Print Show, animated tutorials on your... are saved in a flash. See the Start Here sheet for free updates to the EPSON PhotoCenter on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, and other tasks. About Your Software The CD-ROM that lets you organize, beautify, and print your photos in your digital...
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... Center ■ Printing with Windows or on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems ■ Installing printer software on the Start Here sheet for installing the printer software for better printing. About Your Documentation To set up your EPSON Printer Information Center, described in the next section. You'll also find information on Windows 2000...
... Center ■ Printing with Windows or on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems ■ Installing printer software on the Start Here sheet for installing the printer software for better printing. About Your Documentation To set up your EPSON Printer Information Center, described in the next section. You'll also find information on Windows 2000...
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See page 10 (Windows) or page 15 (Macintosh) for OS X, select the middle icon in the Orientation section of the printer to the ^ position. (Remember to move the thickness lever back to Finish 9 2. Move the thickness lever on the side of the page setup dialog box). ... from Start to the m position when you're done.) 3. Before you print, make these settings: ■ For Orientation, select Landscape (for more information about making printer software settings.
See page 10 (Windows) or page 15 (Macintosh) for OS X, select the middle icon in the Orientation section of the printer to the ^ position. (Remember to move the thickness lever back to Finish 9 2. Move the thickness lever on the side of the page setup dialog box). ... from Start to the m position when you're done.) 3. Before you print, make these settings: ■ For Orientation, select Landscape (for more information about making printer software settings.
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After you create your printer software 2. You see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Click the Properties or Preferences button. (If you may look different): Select your printer here Click here to open your document in the printer, as described on your EPSON Stylus C82 printer is selected. 3. Make sure your application's toolbar instead of selecting Print from the...
After you create your printer software 2. You see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Click the Properties or Preferences button. (If you may look different): Select your printer here Click here to open your document in the printer, as described on your EPSON Stylus C82 printer is selected. 3. Make sure your application's toolbar instead of selecting Print from the...
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You can also press the printer's ) button to cancel a print job in the pull-down menu: ■ Copies & Pages, to select the number of copies or a page range ■ Layout, to ... of your selections ■ Save Custom Setting, to Delete, Hold (pause), or Resume printing 10. Note: You can also choose other print settings by the printer software ■ Summary, to view a list of all your desktop. To monitor the progress of your selections for future use. 8. You see a screen like this: Click...
You can also press the printer's ) button to cancel a print job in the pull-down menu: ■ Copies & Pages, to select the number of copies or a page range ■ Layout, to ... of your selections ■ Save Custom Setting, to Delete, Hold (pause), or Resume printing 10. Note: You can also choose other print settings by the printer software ■ Summary, to view a list of all your desktop. To monitor the progress of your selections for future use. 8. You see a screen like this: Click...
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... Type setting for your printer software. 4. Here are the settings you select in your paper: For this paper Type setting . . . OS 8.6 to 9.x: Click OK to Finish 23 Plain paper or envelopes EPSON Premium Bright White Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight EPSON Double-Sided Matte Paper EPSON Enhanced Matte Paper (Archival...
... Type setting for your printer software. 4. Here are the settings you select in your paper: For this paper Type setting . . . OS 8.6 to 9.x: Click OK to Finish 23 Plain paper or envelopes EPSON Premium Bright White Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight EPSON Double-Sided Matte Paper EPSON Enhanced Matte Paper (Archival...
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...://support.epson.com and check the section for your product to see these sections for solutions. ■ "Setup and Software Installation Problems" on page 43 ■ "Printer Problems" on page 44 ■ "Quality Problems" on page 45 ■ "Paper Problems" on page 48 ■ "Miscellaneous Problems" on page 48 ■ "Uninstalling and Reinstalling Printer Software...
...://support.epson.com and check the section for your product to see these sections for solutions. ■ "Setup and Software Installation Problems" on page 43 ■ "Printer Problems" on page 44 ■ "Quality Problems" on page 45 ■ "Paper Problems" on page 48 ■ "Miscellaneous Problems" on page 48 ■ "Uninstalling and Reinstalling Printer Software...
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...below. (If the pattern has gaps in the power cord securely, and turn the printer on your printer and computer. Then reconnect the interface cable and turn the printer off the printer, plug in its ROM version number, ink counter, and a nozzle check pattern. Hold down the ) paper button until the Ppower... page prints, the problem probably lies in "Problems and Solutions" beginning on page 51. 42 Problem Solving Try the suggestions in your software settings, the interface cable, or your printer software may have a problem with your dealer or EPSON as described on page 43.
...below. (If the pattern has gaps in the power cord securely, and turn the printer on your printer and computer. Then reconnect the interface cable and turn the printer off the printer, plug in its ROM version number, ink counter, and a nozzle check pattern. Hold down the ) paper button until the Ppower... page prints, the problem probably lies in "Problems and Solutions" beginning on page 51. 42 Problem Solving Try the suggestions in your software settings, the interface cable, or your printer software may have a problem with your dealer or EPSON as described on page 43.
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...if you have any problems setting up your printer icon (C82 Series) doesn't appear in the printer. If the printer stops moving or making noise, but the P power light is securely connected at both ends. Turn off any screen savers and virus protection software, and install again. ■ For Windows...use excess ink the next time you see an error message or your computer. Problem Solving 43 If the light is still flashing when you turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on to clear the error. Contact your System Administrator. ■ If your printer, installing software, or ...
...if you have any problems setting up your printer icon (C82 Series) doesn't appear in the printer. If the printer stops moving or making noise, but the P power light is securely connected at both ends. Turn off any screen savers and virus protection software, and install again. ■ For Windows...use excess ink the next time you see an error message or your computer. Problem Solving 43 If the light is still flashing when you turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on to clear the error. Contact your System Administrator. ■ If your printer, installing software, or ...
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...Windows 2000 or XP, don't select Block under Control Panel> System> Hardware> Driver Signing; If the check page prints, make sure your printer is printing, but nothing prints. ■ Make sure the interface cable is connected securely and that the cable meets the system requirements on page... a high-resolution image, you 're using Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP with a USB connection, make sure your printer software is working properly. Your printer makes noise when you need cleaning; the USB driver may also need more than the minimum requirements listed. see your on-screen ...
...Windows 2000 or XP, don't select Block under Control Panel> System> Hardware> Driver Signing; If the check page prints, make sure your printer is printing, but nothing prints. ■ Make sure the interface cable is connected securely and that the cable meets the system requirements on page... a high-resolution image, you 're using Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP with a USB connection, make sure your printer software is working properly. Your printer makes noise when you need cleaning; the USB driver may also need more than the minimum requirements listed. see your on-screen ...
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...page 34 for guidelines. ■ Select a higher print quality and turn off High Speed mode; You may need to turn off High Speed in the printer software. ■ Clean the print head; See page 16 (Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x) or page 19 (Macintosh OS X). ■ Run the Print Head ...see banding (light lines). ■ Select the correct paper Type (Windows) or Media Type (Macintosh); It's usually whiter or shinier. ■ The ink cartridges may also need replacing. To replace them, see page 25. Quality Problems You see page 23 for instructions. ■ Set the paper thickness ...
...page 34 for guidelines. ■ Select a higher print quality and turn off High Speed mode; You may need to turn off High Speed in the printer software. ■ Clean the print head; See page 16 (Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x) or page 19 (Macintosh OS X). ■ Run the Print Head ...see banding (light lines). ■ Select the correct paper Type (Windows) or Media Type (Macintosh); It's usually whiter or shinier. ■ The ink cartridges may also need replacing. To replace them, see page 25. Quality Problems You see page 23 for instructions. ■ Set the paper thickness ...
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... your monitor profile. page 11) or Print Quality (Macintosh; Also check if you can use genuine EPSON ink cartridges. ■ Try turning off (Windows) or Color ink is , load new paper face up. see page 16 (OS 8.6 to have a slightly different color balance when ... 21 (Macintosh). ■ The colors produced by DuraBrite inks may appear to 9.x) or page 19 (OS X). ■ The color profiles built into your printer software automatically reference your software documentation. see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure Black Ink Only is off PhotoEnhance™ . ■ Make sure...
... your monitor profile. page 11) or Print Quality (Macintosh; Also check if you can use genuine EPSON ink cartridges. ■ Try turning off (Windows) or Color ink is , load new paper face up. see page 16 (OS 8.6 to have a slightly different color balance when ... 21 (Macintosh). ■ The colors produced by DuraBrite inks may appear to 9.x) or page 19 (OS X). ■ The color profiles built into your printer software automatically reference your software documentation. see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure Black Ink Only is off PhotoEnhance™ . ■ Make sure...
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... eject the paper, then select the correct paper size in your application program. If your application or printer software. ■ If it's wrinkled when it , but not too tightly. Because of the nature of pigment inks, the degree of the paper, try loading fewer sheets. ■ Place the paper against it ejects, the...
... eject the paper, then select the correct paper size in your application program. If your application or printer software. ■ If it's wrinkled when it , but not too tightly. Because of the nature of pigment inks, the degree of the paper, try loading fewer sheets. ■ Place the paper against it ejects, the...
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... sure the interface cable is securely connected and meets the system requirements on page 59 or page 60. ■ Make sure your printer is selected in your printer software or application is snug against the other side. Too many copies are correct for your prints, and be within the printable area of.... If you 're using a switch box or USB hub with your paper size. The margins must be careful not to scratch them with your printer, connect the printer directly to 9.x), or Print Center (Macintosh OS X). ■ If you 're printing on top of the feeder and the left edge guide. ...
... sure the interface cable is securely connected and meets the system requirements on page 59 or page 60. ■ Make sure your printer is selected in your printer software or application is snug against the other side. Too many copies are correct for your prints, and be within the printable area of.... If you 're using a switch box or USB hub with your paper size. The margins must be careful not to scratch them with your printer, connect the printer directly to 9.x), or Print Center (Macintosh OS X). ■ If you 're printing on top of the feeder and the left edge guide. ...
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... to open the window.) You see the Main Menu. 3. Windows 1. Click Install Printer Driver. Then click the Uninstall button at the top and select Uninstall. Macintosh OS 8.6 to Epson or EPSON Printers, then select EPSON Printer Software Uninstall. 3. In the next window, make sure EPSON Stylus C82 Series is selected and click OK. Double-click Print Center to open it...
... to open the window.) You see the Main Menu. 3. Windows 1. Click Install Printer Driver. Then click the Uninstall button at the top and select Uninstall. Macintosh OS 8.6 to Epson or EPSON Printers, then select EPSON Printer Software Uninstall. 3. In the next window, make sure EPSON Stylus C82 Series is selected and click OK. Double-click Print Center to open it...
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..., 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X 53 Then put the EPSON CD-ROM in this section for: ■ "Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000" below ■ "Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x" on page 56 ■ "Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X" on page 57 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 Before you see the Found New Hardware...
..., 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X 53 Then put the EPSON CD-ROM in this section for: ■ "Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000" below ■ "Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x" on page 56 ■ "Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X" on page 57 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 Before you see the Found New Hardware...
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... the files are copied to install the software. 56 Installing Software for setting up your printer is complete. 6. Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x Before you begin, complete the instructions on the Start Here sheet for Windows 2000, 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X Optionally, click Install EPSON Software Film Factory and follow the on-screen...
... the files are copied to install the software. 56 Installing Software for setting up your printer is complete. 6. Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x Before you begin, complete the instructions on the Start Here sheet for Windows 2000, 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X Optionally, click Install EPSON Software Film Factory and follow the on-screen...
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Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X Before you see your printer is on -screen directions to place a shortcut to open its window. Click here Installing Software for setting up an administrator password when you installed OS X, you see this screen. Restart your ...in your desktop. 8. See the instructions beginning on your drive. 2. When you see the EPSON Product Registration screen, register your printer. 1. Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon to the EPSON Printer Information Center on page 10. Then double-click C82Series. 3. At the next screen, click ...
Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X Before you see your printer is on -screen directions to place a shortcut to open its window. Click here Installing Software for setting up an administrator password when you installed OS X, you see this screen. Restart your ...in your desktop. 8. See the instructions beginning on your drive. 2. When you see the EPSON Product Registration screen, register your printer. 1. Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon to the EPSON Printer Information Center on page 10. Then double-click C82Series. 3. At the next screen, click ...