Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... require special or optional inks, with Epson printers and genuine Epson inks so when all rights in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. Ink System: Epson offers a variety of their optimal print quality using genuine Epson inks on breathtaking large format prints, Epson has the right ink for optional cartridges, and you see...
... require special or optional inks, with Epson printers and genuine Epson inks so when all rights in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to change. ©2006 Epson America, Inc. Ink System: Epson offers a variety of their optimal print quality using genuine Epson inks on breathtaking large format prints, Epson has the right ink for optional cartridges, and you see...
DuraBrite Ink Technical Brief
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... Epson America, Inc. High-yield, individual ink cartridges-Individual ink cartridges let you replace only the ink that use over the long term. DURABrite is a registered trademark of printing on how DURABrite Inks compare to other Epson ink technologies, refer to obtain the best print quality, DURABrite Inks offer convenience and cost savings. Epson disclaims any and all rights in -One Printer Epson Stylus...
... Epson America, Inc. High-yield, individual ink cartridges-Individual ink cartridges let you replace only the ink that use over the long term. DURABrite is a registered trademark of printing on how DURABrite Inks compare to other Epson ink technologies, refer to obtain the best print quality, DURABrite Inks offer convenience and cost savings. Epson disclaims any and all rights in -One Printer Epson Stylus...
Start Here Card
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Don't touch this cable Remove this piece 3 Slide the paper support into the groove on your printer, so check carefully. The tape may be in slightly different places on the back of the sheet feeder. The paper support should fit securely. EPSON Stylus C84 EPSON Stylus® C84 Start Here 1 Unpack 1 Remove everything from the box. Paper support CPD-16675R1 4043482-00 XXX Printer Power cord Ink cartridges CD-ROM Manual 2 Remove all the blue tape and packing material inside and around the printer.
Don't touch this cable Remove this piece 3 Slide the paper support into the groove on your printer, so check carefully. The tape may be in slightly different places on the back of the sheet feeder. The paper support should fit securely. EPSON Stylus C84 EPSON Stylus® C84 Start Here 1 Unpack 1 Remove everything from the box. Paper support CPD-16675R1 4043482-00 XXX Printer Power cord Ink cartridges CD-ROM Manual 2 Remove all the blue tape and packing material inside and around the printer.
Start Here Card
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... green circuit boards or remove any labels 3 Open the cartridge cover. 4 Lower each ink cartridge down until the green power light comes on the holder. Then gently push each ink cartridge into a standard electrical outlet. 2 Press the printer's power button until it is firmly seated. continue Power ...button CAUTION: Use only the printer's power button to the printer, then plug it into its holder with the...
... green circuit boards or remove any labels 3 Open the cartridge cover. 4 Lower each ink cartridge down until the green power light comes on the holder. Then gently push each ink cartridge into a standard electrical outlet. 2 Press the printer's power button until it is firmly seated. continue Power ...button CAUTION: Use only the printer's power button to the printer, then plug it into its holder with the...
Printer Basics
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... Check Pattern 43 Purchasing Ink Cartridges 44 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 45 Checking the Ink Supply 45 Ink Cartridge Precautions 46 Replacing an Empty or Low Ink Cartridge 47 Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines 50 Aligning the Print Head 54 Cleaning the Printer 57 Transporting the Printer 58 SOLVING PROBLEMS 61 Printer Parts 62 Diagnosing Printer Problems 63 Running a Printer Check 64 Problems and...
... Check Pattern 43 Purchasing Ink Cartridges 44 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 45 Checking the Ink Supply 45 Ink Cartridge Precautions 46 Replacing an Empty or Low Ink Cartridge 47 Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines 50 Aligning the Print Head 54 Cleaning the Printer 57 Transporting the Printer 58 SOLVING PROBLEMS 61 Printer Parts 62 Diagnosing Printer Problems 63 Running a Printer Check 64 Problems and...
Printer Basics
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Uninstalling Printer Software 74 Windows 74 Macintosh OS X 74 Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x 74 Where To Get Help 76 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 77 Windows System Requirements 77 Macintosh System Requirements 77 Important Safety Instructions 78 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 79 FCC Compliance Statement 80 Declaration of Conformity 81 Energy Star Compliance 81 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 82 INDEX 85 5
Uninstalling Printer Software 74 Windows 74 Macintosh OS X 74 Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x 74 Where To Get Help 76 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 77 Windows System Requirements 77 Macintosh System Requirements 77 Important Safety Instructions 78 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 79 FCC Compliance Statement 80 Declaration of Conformity 81 Energy Star Compliance 81 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 82 INDEX 85 5
Printer Basics
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... Center (EPIC) has animations that quickly show you are using a different browser, the pages may not display correctly. 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...
... Center (EPIC) has animations that quickly show you are using a different browser, the pages may not display correctly. 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...
Printer Basics
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...-7766 or visit the EPSON StoreSM at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. To order EPSON ink cartridges, paper, and other printing media, contact your dealer or call (800) 463-7766 for the EPSON Stylus C84: Paper name* EPSON Premium Bright White Paper EPSON DuraBrite Ink Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Paper or EPSON Photo Paper EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight Double-Sided...
...-7766 or visit the EPSON StoreSM at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. To order EPSON ink cartridges, paper, and other printing media, contact your dealer or call (800) 463-7766 for the EPSON Stylus C84: Paper name* EPSON Premium Bright White Paper EPSON DuraBrite Ink Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Paper or EPSON Photo Paper EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight Double-Sided...
Printer Basics
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... dots or lines are missing, you don't turn it only if quality declines. This section explains how to clean the print head or replace an ink cartridge, double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on and print a few pages at its best and preparation steps for a long time, print quality can deliver...
... dots or lines are missing, you don't turn it only if quality declines. This section explains how to clean the print head or replace an ink cartridge, double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on and print a few pages at its best and preparation steps for a long time, print quality can deliver...
Printer Basics
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...Stylus C84 in the lower right corner of your screen). Click the utility button, then click the Head Cleaning button. 3. Caution: Never turn off . (If the ink light is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for details.) 2. Running the Head Cleaning Utility 1. Make sure the printer...see "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on your taskbar (in the printer list, click OK, and select Head Cleaning. Macintosh OS X: Open the Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Follow the instructions on , you need to replace a cartridge; The printer makes noise and ...
...Stylus C84 in the lower right corner of your screen). Click the utility button, then click the Head Cleaning button. 3. Caution: Never turn off . (If the ink light is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for details.) 2. Running the Head Cleaning Utility 1. Make sure the printer...see "Replacing an Ink Cartridge" on your taskbar (in the printer list, click OK, and select Head Cleaning. Macintosh OS X: Open the Applications folder and double-click EPSON Printer Utility. Follow the instructions on , you need to replace a cartridge; The printer makes noise and ...
Printer Basics
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... call (800) 463-7766 for users who print frequently. Purchasing Ink Cartridges Use these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of installing them . Your printer includes the high capacity black ink cartridge. Cartridge yields will vary with images printed, print settings, paper types, and frequency of use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before the expiration date on...
... call (800) 463-7766 for users who print frequently. Purchasing Ink Cartridges Use these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of installing them . Your printer includes the high capacity black ink cartridge. Cartridge yields will vary with images printed, print settings, paper types, and frequency of use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before the expiration date on...
Printer Basics
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...following: ■ Windows: Double-click the icon on your screen telling you which cartridge is off. When a cartridge is more ink cartridges are low on ink. ■ When the red ink light stays on, you need to replace the cartridge(s). If the quality doesn't improve after cleaning and aligning the print head, you... can replace the cartridge even if the red ink light is low or empty. You see a message on the Windows taskbar. Replacing an Ink Cartridge ■ When the red ink light flashes, one or more than six months old, you may ...
...following: ■ Windows: Double-click the icon on your screen telling you which cartridge is off. When a cartridge is more ink cartridges are low on ink. ■ When the red ink light stays on, you need to replace the cartridge(s). If the quality doesn't improve after cleaning and aligning the print head, you... can replace the cartridge even if the red ink light is low or empty. You see a message on the Windows taskbar. Replacing an Ink Cartridge ■ When the red ink light flashes, one or more than six months old, you may ...
Printer Basics
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■ Macintosh OS X: Double-click the EPSON Printer Utility icon in a small box, or, if you remove an ink cartridge temporarily, protect the ink supply port on the bottom of children and do not drink the ink. If ink gets on the top). 46 Installing a cartridge without an IC chip can damage the ink cartridge. Store ink cartridges in your hands, wash them...
■ Macintosh OS X: Double-click the EPSON Printer Utility icon in a small box, or, if you remove an ink cartridge temporarily, protect the ink supply port on the bottom of children and do not drink the ink. If ink gets on the top). 46 Installing a cartridge without an IC chip can damage the ink cartridge. Store ink cartridges in your hands, wash them...
Printer Basics
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... the mark. To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 4. Press the ink button for every ink cartridge that needs to be on : 1. Replacing an Empty or Low Ink Cartridge Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you press the ink button for one ink cartridge is empty, the next cartridge moves under the mark. Follow these...
... the mark. To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 4. Press the ink button for every ink cartridge that needs to be on : 1. Replacing an Empty or Low Ink Cartridge Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you press the ink button for one ink cartridge is empty, the next cartridge moves under the mark. Follow these...
Printer Basics
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Pinch the back tab of the printer. Open the cartridge cover. 6. Don't take the used cartridge apart or try to the ink cartridge replacement position. 5. ■ If all the empty cartridges have been identified, the print head moves to refill it out of the empty cartridge as you lift it . 48
Pinch the back tab of the printer. Open the cartridge cover. 6. Don't take the used cartridge apart or try to the ink cartridge replacement position. 5. ■ If all the empty cartridges have been identified, the print head moves to refill it out of the empty cartridge as you lift it . 48
Printer Basics
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... your printer for more than six months and print quality declines. Macintosh 8.6 to replace old ink cartridges: 1. The green power light flashes and the printer makes noise. Print a nozzle check pattern to determine which cartridges need to be replaced: Windows: Right-click the printer icon on . Select C84 Series in your Applications folder and double-click the EPSON Printer...
... your printer for more than six months and print quality declines. Macintosh 8.6 to replace old ink cartridges: 1. The green power light flashes and the printer makes noise. Print a nozzle check pattern to determine which cartridges need to be replaced: Windows: Right-click the printer icon on . Select C84 Series in your Applications folder and double-click the EPSON Printer...
Printer Basics
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... colors show gaps in the lines. Lower the output tray and open the printer cover. 5. Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 51 The print head moves to the ink cartridge replacement position, and the power light begins to print the nozzle check pattern. Follow the instructions on...
... colors show gaps in the lines. Lower the output tray and open the printer cover. 5. Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. 51 The print head moves to the ink cartridge replacement position, and the power light begins to print the nozzle check pattern. Follow the instructions on...
Printer Basics
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Open the printer cover. 4. Press the ink button. Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by removing the ink cartridges and packing the printer in its original box or one of a similar size. 1. Open the cartridge cover. 58 The print head moves to the ink cartridge replacement position, and the power light begins to clean the...
Open the printer cover. 4. Press the ink button. Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by removing the ink cartridges and packing the printer in its original box or one of a similar size. 1. Open the cartridge cover. 58 The print head moves to the ink cartridge replacement position, and the power light begins to clean the...
Printer Basics
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... to turn off the printer. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 9. Pinch the back tab of each cartridge as you lift it out of the cartridges are facing up. Close the cartridge cover and press the ink button. Close the printer cover, push in its new location. 10. 6. Remove all the cartridges. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the...
... to turn off the printer. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 9. Pinch the back tab of each cartridge as you lift it out of the cartridges are facing up. Close the cartridge cover and press the ink button. Close the printer cover, push in its new location. 10. 6. Remove all the cartridges. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the...
Printer Basics
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After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head, reinstall the ink cartridges, and test your printer. Keep the printer level as you notice a decline in the original box using the protective materials that came with them. If you transport it. 11. if output is misaligned, align the print head as described on page 54. 60 Repack the printer and its attachments in print quality, clean the print head as described on page 41;
After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head, reinstall the ink cartridges, and test your printer. Keep the printer level as you notice a decline in the original box using the protective materials that came with them. If you transport it. 11. if output is misaligned, align the print head as described on page 54. 60 Repack the printer and its attachments in print quality, clean the print head as described on page 41;