Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... photographer staking his reputation on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are no added costs for the job. Specifications subject to meet every printing need. Epson printers use an advanced error diffusion technology to determine the most interested in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to get sharp black text...
... photographer staking his reputation on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are no added costs for the job. Specifications subject to meet every printing need. Epson printers use an advanced error diffusion technology to determine the most interested in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to get sharp black text...
DuraBrite Ink Technical Brief
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..., DURABrite Inks are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson disclaims any and all rights in the Epson Stylus C80, was not rated for printing reports, web pages, greeting cards, presentations, report covers, resumes, menus, and your favorite photos. When comparing printers, remember to consider both the cost and the yield of the ink cartridges-lower cost cartridges with...
..., DURABrite Inks are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson disclaims any and all rights in the Epson Stylus C80, was not rated for printing reports, web pages, greeting cards, presentations, report covers, resumes, menus, and your favorite photos. When comparing printers, remember to consider both the cost and the yield of the ink cartridges-lower cost cartridges with...
Printer Basics
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Replacing an Ink Cartridge 27 Checking Your Ink Supply 28 Purchasing Cartridges 28 Ink Cartridge Precautions 29 Replacing an Empty or Low Ink Cartridge 29 Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines 32 Aligning the Print Head 34 Cleaning the Printer 36 Transporting the Printer 37 PROBLEM SOLVING 39 Printer Parts 40 Diagnosing Printer Problems 41 Checking the Control Panel Lights 41 Running a Printer Check 42...
Replacing an Ink Cartridge 27 Checking Your Ink Supply 28 Purchasing Cartridges 28 Ink Cartridge Precautions 29 Replacing an Empty or Low Ink Cartridge 29 Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines 32 Aligning the Print Head 34 Cleaning the Printer 36 Transporting the Printer 37 PROBLEM SOLVING 39 Printer Parts 40 Diagnosing Printer Problems 41 Checking the Control Panel Lights 41 Running a Printer Check 42...
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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. Limited Warranty 65 INDEX 67 v
Printer Basics
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... the Start Here sheet for printing. Note: With Exif Print, special image settings such as EPSON Software Film Factory. ■ Your EPSON Printer Information Center gives you quick, on-screen access to the EPSON PhotoCenter on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, and other tasks. Your printer software installer lets you add a link to information about your...
... the Start Here sheet for printing. Note: With Exif Print, special image settings such as EPSON Software Film Factory. ■ Your EPSON Printer Information Center gives you quick, on-screen access to the EPSON PhotoCenter on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, and other tasks. Your printer software installer lets you add a link to information about your...
Printer Basics
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... systems.) 2. If you how. Click the appropriate topic, then click the title of this manual. Using the EPSON Printer Information Center Need help loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? Note: You need a browser-such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 4.0... or later or Netscape Navigator® 3.0 or later-to exit Print Show. 4 Welcome! Double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on your...
... systems.) 2. If you how. Click the appropriate topic, then click the title of this manual. Using the EPSON Printer Information Center Need help loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? Note: You need a browser-such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 4.0... or later or Netscape Navigator® 3.0 or later-to exit Print Show. 4 Welcome! Double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on your...
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... the Printer" on page 36 ■ "Transporting the Printer" on page 37 To watch printer movies describing how to clean the print head or replace an ink cartridge, double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on your desktop. You can deliver ink properly. Maintaining Your Printer This ...section describes maintenance procedures to keep your printer working at least once a month to maintain ...
... the Printer" on page 36 ■ "Transporting the Printer" on page 37 To watch printer movies describing how to clean the print head or replace an ink cartridge, double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on your desktop. You can deliver ink properly. Maintaining Your Printer This ...section describes maintenance procedures to keep your printer working at least once a month to maintain ...
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...). You can also turn off . (If the H ink out light is flashing or on the screen to replace an ink cartridge; Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and the H ink out light is off the printer while the Ppower light is loaded in the lower right ...C82 Series in its lines, click Finish. Macintosh OS X: Open the Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Caution: Never turn the printer off and wait overnight-this allows any gaps, click Clean to soften-and then try cleaning the print head again. 26 Maintaining Your Printer If the pattern has any dried ink...
...). You can also turn off . (If the H ink out light is flashing or on the screen to replace an ink cartridge; Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and the H ink out light is off the printer while the Ppower light is loaded in the lower right ...C82 Series in its lines, click Finish. Macintosh OS X: Open the Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Caution: Never turn the printer off and wait overnight-this allows any gaps, click Clean to soften-and then try cleaning the print head again. 26 Maintaining Your Printer If the pattern has any dried ink...
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...to make sure you have a paper jam or another problem. If your printer for instructions. When the H ink out light stays on, an ink cartridge is empty and you 're done. You may have a new ink cartridge. If print quality doesn't improve after cleaning and aligning the print head...page 41. Maintaining Your Printer 27 Replacing an Ink Cartridge When the red H ink out light is flashing, one of the ink cartridges are empty. Leave the empty cartridge installed in the printer until you notice that your ink cartridges is a good time to replace it . When an ink cartridge has been installed in...
...to make sure you have a paper jam or another problem. If your printer for instructions. When the H ink out light stays on, an ink cartridge is empty and you 're done. You may have a new ink cartridge. If print quality doesn't improve after cleaning and aligning the print head...page 41. Maintaining Your Printer 27 Replacing an Ink Cartridge When the red H ink out light is flashing, one of the ink cartridges are empty. Leave the empty cartridge installed in the printer until you notice that your ink cartridges is a good time to replace it . When an ink cartridge has been installed in...
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... you check ink levels and also order cartridges online. Other products may cause damage to 9.x: Choose File > Print. OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > C82 Series > EPSON Status Monitor. Just click the Buy Now button to launch your web browser. ■ Macintosh: OS 8.6 to your printer not covered by EPSON's warranty. 28 Maintaining Your Printer Click the ink icon. You...
... you check ink levels and also order cartridges online. Other products may cause damage to 9.x: Choose File > Print. OS X: Choose Applications > EPSON Printer Utility > C82 Series > EPSON Status Monitor. Just click the Buy Now button to launch your web browser. ■ Macintosh: OS 8.6 to your printer not covered by EPSON's warranty. 28 Maintaining Your Printer Click the ink icon. You...
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... IC chip can damage the ink cartridge. Store ink cartridges in a small box, or, if you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. Lower the output tray and open the printer cover. Make sure the printer is flashing or on the top). Stand the cartridges upright, as the printer. sales only). In Canada, please call the EPSON StoreSM at (800) 873...
... IC chip can damage the ink cartridge. Store ink cartridges in a small box, or, if you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. Lower the output tray and open the printer cover. Make sure the printer is flashing or on the top). Stand the cartridges upright, as the printer. sales only). In Canada, please call the EPSON StoreSM at (800) 873...
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...under the _ mark. Ink button To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 4. This happens after you press the H ink button for one ink cartridge is empty, the next cartridge moves under the _ mark. Press the H ink button for every ink cartridge that needs to be ... head moves to clean the print head. Caution: Don't press the H ink button for more than 2 seconds, or the printer will start to the ink cartridge replacement position. 30 Maintaining Your Printer Press the H ink button again. ■ If more than one second. The print head moves...
...under the _ mark. Ink button To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 4. This happens after you press the H ink button for one ink cartridge is empty, the next cartridge moves under the _ mark. Press the H ink button for every ink cartridge that needs to be ... head moves to clean the print head. Caution: Don't press the H ink button for more than 2 seconds, or the printer will start to the ink cartridge replacement position. 30 Maintaining Your Printer Press the H ink button again. ■ If more than one second. The print head moves...
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... examine the pattern for gaps in one session. 4. Select C82 Series in your Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Follow the instructions on the screen to flash. Note: You must complete all the steps in the lines. The print head moves to the ink cartridge replacement position, and the P power light begins to...
... examine the pattern for gaps in one session. 4. Select C82 Series in your Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Follow the instructions on the screen to flash. Note: You must complete all the steps in the lines. The print head moves to the ink cartridge replacement position, and the P power light begins to...
Printer Basics
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...: Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Disconnect the printer cable from the printer and remove the paper support. 5. Remove any paper from the printer. 4. Tape the ink cartridge holder to turn the printer off. 2. Repack the printer and attachments in its new location. 1. Transporting the Printer If you move it. Be sure to...
...: Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Disconnect the printer cable from the printer and remove the paper support. 5. Remove any paper from the printer. 4. Tape the ink cartridge holder to turn the printer off. 2. Repack the printer and attachments in its new location. 1. Transporting the Printer If you move it. Be sure to...
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Printer Parts Left edge guide Paper support Right edge guide Printer cover Output tray Output tray extensions Ink cartridge holder (not removable) Paper thickness lever Paper / Cancel Print Job button and paper out light Ink button and ink out light Power button and light 40 Problem Solving
Printer Parts Left edge guide Paper support Right edge guide Printer cover Output tray Output tray extensions Ink cartridge holder (not removable) Paper thickness lever Paper / Cancel Print Job button and paper out light Ink button and ink out light Power button and light 40 Problem Solving
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... on or flashing The Ppower light is low on after you've replaced a cartridge, you may have installed a cartridge your dealer or EPSON as described on One of the ink cartridges is flashing Paper has jammed in this section, or running a printer check, as described on the Start Here sheet. Load paper as described on and...
... on or flashing The Ppower light is low on after you've replaced a cartridge, you may have installed a cartridge your dealer or EPSON as described on One of the ink cartridges is flashing Paper has jammed in this section, or running a printer check, as described on the Start Here sheet. Load paper as described on and...
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...at both ends. Turn off any unnecessary extensions and restart your printer, installing software, or printing. Turn off the printer, wait a moment, then turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on to clear the error. Wait until charging finishes ...printer icon (C82 Series) doesn't appear in the printer. Then carefully follow the installation instructions for about 90 seconds. Problem Solving 43 Setup and Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its ink...
...at both ends. Turn off any unnecessary extensions and restart your printer, installing software, or printing. Turn off the printer, wait a moment, then turn it back on, contact EPSON as described on to clear the error. Wait until charging finishes ...printer icon (C82 Series) doesn't appear in the printer. Then carefully follow the installation instructions for about 90 seconds. Problem Solving 43 Setup and Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its ink...
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...page 34 for guidelines. ■ Select a higher print quality and turn off High Speed mode; It's usually whiter or shinier. ■ The ink cartridges may also need replacing. Problem Solving 45 For the fastest printing, try these tips: ■ Select Draft as the Quality Type (Windows) or set...Speed (Macintosh). ■ In the Advanced dialog box, turn Super MicroWeave® off (Macintosh only) and turn High Speed on. ■ If your printer is connected to the ^ position when you print on thicker paper or envelopes. See your system's memory (RAM). Set the lever to a USB hub,...
...page 34 for guidelines. ■ Select a higher print quality and turn off High Speed mode; It's usually whiter or shinier. ■ The ink cartridges may also need replacing. Problem Solving 45 For the fastest printing, try these tips: ■ Select Draft as the Quality Type (Windows) or set...Speed (Macintosh). ■ In the Advanced dialog box, turn Super MicroWeave® off (Macintosh only) and turn High Speed on. ■ If your printer is connected to the ^ position when you print on thicker paper or envelopes. See your system's memory (RAM). Set the lever to a USB hub,...
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Open the printer cover and wipe the area circled in the illustration below with special paper, or try loading your paper one sheet at a time. ■ Make sure your paper meets the specifications listed in the on-screen Reference Guide. ■ Use EPSON papers for instructions. ■ For most papers, set ... eject it . Your printout is faint or has gaps in the image. ■ Clean the print head; see page 25 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may have a problem, ink may be face up . ■ Use a support sheet with a soft, clean cloth. ■ Make sure your paper.
Open the printer cover and wipe the area circled in the illustration below with special paper, or try loading your paper one sheet at a time. ■ Make sure your paper meets the specifications listed in the on-screen Reference Guide. ■ Use EPSON papers for instructions. ■ For most papers, set ... eject it . Your printout is faint or has gaps in the image. ■ Clean the print head; see page 25 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may have a problem, ink may be face up . ■ Use a support sheet with a soft, clean cloth. ■ Make sure your paper.
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...19 (OS X). ■ The color profiles built into your printer software automatically reference your paper isn't damaged, old, dirty, or loaded face down. For best results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges. ■ Try turning off (Windows) or Color ink is calibrated correctly. ■ Try experimenting with a D50 ...get as close as possible. see page 34 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may look slightly different than those produced by ordinary dye-based ink. ■ Due to the nature of printer output. page 11) or Print Quality (Macintosh; see page 14 (Windows) ...
...19 (OS X). ■ The color profiles built into your printer software automatically reference your paper isn't damaged, old, dirty, or loaded face down. For best results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges. ■ Try turning off (Windows) or Color ink is calibrated correctly. ■ Try experimenting with a D50 ...get as close as possible. see page 34 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may look slightly different than those produced by ordinary dye-based ink. ■ Due to the nature of printer output. page 11) or Print Quality (Macintosh; see page 14 (Windows) ...