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... or five times. 2 Power On 1 Connect the printer's power cord to turn the printer on or off. 3 Install Ink Cartridges 1 Lower the printer's output tray, pull out the extension and open the cover. 2 Shake the package of the cartridge label should match the marker on . Then gently push each ink cartridge into a standard electrical outlet. 2 Press...
... or five times. 2 Power On 1 Connect the printer's power cord to turn the printer on or off. 3 Install Ink Cartridges 1 Lower the printer's output tray, pull out the extension and open the cover. 2 Shake the package of the cartridge label should match the marker on . Then gently push each ink cartridge into a standard electrical outlet. 2 Press...
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... end Parallel Cable Users (Windows only) 1 Make sure your computer is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made any noise for several seconds. Keep it turned off until section 6, "Install Software." 2 Plug the square end of the cable into the USB port on the back ... is turned off . 5 Close the cartridge cover. 6 Press the ink button and close the printer cover. USB Cable Users (Windows or Mac®) 1 Make sure your printer charges ink for more than 5 minutes. 4 Connect the Printer Printer cables are not included with your computer's parallel port and secure it ...
... end Parallel Cable Users (Windows only) 1 Make sure your computer is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made any noise for several seconds. Keep it turned off until section 6, "Install Software." 2 Plug the square end of the cable into the USB port on the back ... is turned off . 5 Close the cartridge cover. 6 Press the ink button and close the printer cover. USB Cable Users (Windows or Mac®) 1 Make sure your printer charges ink for more than 5 minutes. 4 Connect the Printer Printer cables are not included with your computer's parallel port and secure it ...
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... you're running Windows Me, go to step 7. 98 If you're running Windows 98, continue with the "Finishing Windows Installation" instructions to the right to your printer is still on.) 2 Wait for option, then click Next. Continue with step 4. 4 When you see the final Found ...files are copied to complete your Printer Basics book. For instructions on installing the software on the edge guides. NOTE: If you see your software installation. Make sure the paper is securely connected to install the printer software on and your printer's port. 3 Put the EPSON CD-ROM in the side ...
... you're running Windows Me, go to step 7. 98 If you're running Windows 98, continue with the "Finishing Windows Installation" instructions to the right to your printer is still on.) 2 Wait for option, then click Next. Continue with step 4. 4 When you see the final Found ...files are copied to complete your Printer Basics book. For instructions on installing the software on the edge guides. NOTE: If you see your software installation. Make sure the paper is securely connected to install the printer software on and your printer's port. 3 Put the EPSON CD-ROM in the side ...
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... unknown device. 4 Click the Search for option, then click Next. 5 Make sure CD-ROM drives is set up correctly. 2 Optionally, click Install EPSON Software Film Factory and follow the on-screen instructions. 3 Click Install Manual and Printer Movies and follow . Read the agreement and click Agree. Continue with the instructions below under "Finishing Windows...
... unknown device. 4 Click the Search for option, then click Next. 5 Make sure CD-ROM drives is set up correctly. 2 Optionally, click Install EPSON Software Film Factory and follow the on-screen instructions. 3 Click Install Manual and Printer Movies and follow . Read the agreement and click Agree. Continue with the instructions below under "Finishing Windows...
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... Main Menu, click Install Printer Driver. You see the EPSON Product Registration screen. 11 Register your printer as described under "Choose Your Printer in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. 2 If the CD-ROM window doesn't open the Utilities folder and double-click Print Center. 2 Choose Stylus C84 in Mac OS ...9.x or Earlier 1 Open the Chooser. 2 Click the C84 Series icon, click your USB port, and turn on the screen. 9 Click Install Manual and Printer Movies to start printing! Macintosh NOTE: To print from...
... Main Menu, click Install Printer Driver. You see the EPSON Product Registration screen. 11 Register your printer as described under "Choose Your Printer in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. 2 If the CD-ROM window doesn't open the Utilities folder and double-click Print Center. 2 Choose Stylus C84 in Mac OS ...9.x or Earlier 1 Open the Chooser. 2 Click the C84 Series icon, click your USB port, and turn on the screen. 9 Click Install Manual and Printer Movies to start printing! Macintosh NOTE: To print from...
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Contents WELCOME 7 About Your Software 8 About Your Documentation 8 Using the EPSON Printer Information Center 9 Launching the Animations 9 Launching the Manual 10 Installing Printer Software for Windows NT 4.x 10 LOADING PAPER 11 Loading Single Sheets 11 Loading Envelopes 12 Loading Special Papers 13 PRINTING WITH WINDOWS 15 Printing From ...
Contents WELCOME 7 About Your Software 8 About Your Documentation 8 Using the EPSON Printer Information Center 9 Launching the Animations 9 Launching the Manual 10 Installing Printer Software for Windows NT 4.x 10 LOADING PAPER 11 Loading Single Sheets 11 Loading Envelopes 12 Loading Special Papers 13 PRINTING WITH WINDOWS 15 Printing From ...
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... 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 Solutions 65 Setup and Software Installation Problems 65 Printer Problems 66 Quality Problems 68...
... 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 Solutions 65 Setup and Software Installation Problems 65 Printer Problems 66 Quality Problems 68...
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... tutorials and User's Guide. 8 Tip: It's a good idea to check EPSON's support website periodically for installation instructions. ■ Your printer driver runs your software installer. print high-resolution photos; About Your Software Your printer CD-ROM includes all types of paper, printing with your printer and lets you need for better printing. See the Start Here...
... tutorials and User's Guide. 8 Tip: It's a good idea to check EPSON's support website periodically for installation instructions. ■ Your printer driver runs your software installer. print high-resolution photos; About Your Software Your printer CD-ROM includes all types of paper, printing with your printer and lets you need for better printing. See the Start Here...
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See the Start Here sheet to exit EPSON Print Show. 9 Click Print Show. 3. Click Exit to install the EPSON Printer Information Center. Use the program tools to view the manual. Launching the Animations 1. The movie starts playing. Note: You need a... 4. Click a title. EPIC also includes an on your desktop. 2. If you how. Using the EPSON Printer Information Center Need help loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? The EPSON Printer Information Center (EPIC) has animations that quickly show you are using a different browser, the pages may...
See the Start Here sheet to exit EPSON Print Show. 9 Click Print Show. 3. Click Exit to install the EPSON Printer Information Center. Use the program tools to view the manual. Launching the Animations 1. The movie starts playing. Note: You need a... 4. Click a title. EPIC also includes an on your desktop. 2. If you how. Using the EPSON Printer Information Center Need help loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? The EPSON Printer Information Center (EPIC) has animations that quickly show you are using a different browser, the pages may...
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... still on your Start Here sheet. Launching the Manual 1. Double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on .) 2. Windows NT® 4.x does not support a USB connection. 1. Read the license agreement and click Agree to start printing! When you want to install the EPSON Printer Information Center. 7. Note: EPSON Software Film Factory does not support Windows NT 4.x.
... still on your Start Here sheet. Launching the Manual 1. Double-click the EPSON Printer Information Center icon on .) 2. Windows NT® 4.x does not support a USB connection. 1. Read the license agreement and click Agree to start printing! When you want to install the EPSON Printer Information Center. 7. Note: EPSON Software Film Factory does not support Windows NT 4.x.
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... greatest detail, always use genuine EPSON papers and EPSON inks. ■ Choose the right printer settings. Make sure you check your printer settings every time you want. That's why printer settings are important. They tell your printer software.) Whenever you print, make sure your printer is set up and its software is installed as described on the Start Here...
... greatest detail, always use genuine EPSON papers and EPSON inks. ■ Choose the right printer settings. Make sure you check your printer settings every time you want. That's why printer settings are important. They tell your printer software.) Whenever you print, make sure your printer is set up and its software is installed as described on the Start Here...
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...sure you start, make sure your printer is set up and its software is installed as described on the Start Here sheet. Your printer automatically adjusts itself for each type of print you want. That's why printer settings are important. They tell your printer settings every time you 're using ...print. 27 Printing With a Macintosh Before you do the following: ■ Use the right paper. Make sure you check your printer what type of paper. For the best-looking photos, most vivid colors, and greatest detail, always use genuine EPSON papers and EPSON inks. ■ Choose the right...
...sure you start, make sure your printer is set up and its software is installed as described on the Start Here sheet. Your printer automatically adjusts itself for each type of print you want. That's why printer settings are important. They tell your printer settings every time you 're using ...print. 27 Printing With a Macintosh Before you do the following: ■ Use the right paper. Make sure you check your printer what type of paper. For the best-looking photos, most vivid colors, and greatest detail, always use genuine EPSON papers and EPSON inks. ■ Choose the right...
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... before the expiration date on continuous printing after ink replacement. The high capacity black ink cartridges are recommended as replacement cartridges for this printer for dealer referral. 44 sales only). Purchasing Ink Cartridges Use these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of installing them . In Canada, please call the EPSON Store at 5% coverage per color * The figure given...
... before the expiration date on continuous printing after ink replacement. The high capacity black ink cartridges are recommended as replacement cartridges for this printer for dealer referral. 44 sales only). Purchasing Ink Cartridges Use these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of installing them . In Canada, please call the EPSON Store at 5% coverage per color * The figure given...
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... from dirt and dust. Installing a cartridge without an IC chip can damage the ink cartridge. If you have the original packaging, return it in your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. ■ Macintosh OS X: Double-click the EPSON Printer Utility icon in the same...label, or ink will leak. Avoid touching the green IC chip, as the printer. Choose C84 Series and click OK. Stand the cartridges upright (the label identifying the color should be on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. Ink Cartridge Precautions Warning: Keep ink cartridges out ...
... from dirt and dust. Installing a cartridge without an IC chip can damage the ink cartridge. If you have the original packaging, return it in your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. ■ Macintosh OS X: Double-click the EPSON Printer Utility icon in the same...label, or ink will leak. Avoid touching the green IC chip, as the printer. Choose C84 Series and click OK. Stand the cartridges upright (the label identifying the color should be on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. Ink Cartridge Precautions Warning: Keep ink cartridges out ...
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... Applications folder and double-click the EPSON Printer Utility icon. 10. The green power light flashes and the printer makes noise. Macintosh 8.6 to replace an ink cartridge if it 's finished, the...installed in the printer list and click OK. The printer moves the print head and begins charging the ink delivery system. Note: Never turn off the printer while the power light is flashing, unless the printer...C84 Series in your printer for more than 5 minutes. Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines Even if the ink out light isn't flashing or on, you may need to replace old ink...
... Applications folder and double-click the EPSON Printer Utility icon. 10. The green power light flashes and the printer makes noise. Macintosh 8.6 to replace an ink cartridge if it 's finished, the...installed in the printer list and click OK. The printer moves the print head and begins charging the ink delivery system. Note: Never turn off the printer while the power light is flashing, unless the printer...C84 Series in your printer for more than 5 minutes. Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines Even if the ink out light isn't flashing or on, you may need to replace old ink...
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... until the print head locks in a plastic bag or container, making sure that the tops of the printer. Tape Caution: Be sure to remove the tape and reinstall the ink cartridges immediately after installing the printer in the output tray extension, then close the output tray. 59 Close the... printer cover, push in its new location. 10. Warning: If ink gets on .) 8. Press the power button to the case with water. 7. If ink gets in your ...
... until the print head locks in a plastic bag or container, making sure that the tops of the printer. Tape Caution: Be sure to remove the tape and reinstall the ink cartridges immediately after installing the printer in the output tray extension, then close the output tray. 59 Close the... printer cover, push in its new location. 10. Warning: If ink gets on .) 8. Press the power button to the case with water. 7. If ink gets in your ...
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... may be. Download instructions are posted for possible updates to your printer driver. Visit http://support.epson.com and check the section for your product to see these sections for solutions. ■ "Setup and Software Installation Problems" on page 65 ■ "Printer Problems" on page 66 ■ "Quality Problems" on page 68 ■ "Paper...
... may be. Download instructions are posted for possible updates to your printer driver. Visit http://support.epson.com and check the section for your product to see these sections for solutions. ■ "Setup and Software Installation Problems" on page 65 ■ "Printer Problems" on page 66 ■ "Quality Problems" on page 68 ■ "Paper...
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...lights are still flashing, contact your screen to install it on page 45. Check the message that appears on ink. Red ink light flashes One of ink or not installed. Make sure the outlet is working and is low on your dealer or EPSON as described in "Where To Get Help"...all paper, including any jammed paper or other foreign objects. Lights Explanation Green power light The printer is receiving a print job, charging ink, cleaning the print flashes head, or ink is not installed correctly. Press the paper button to continue printing. Green power light One or both of ...
...lights are still flashing, contact your screen to install it on page 45. Check the message that appears on ink. Red ink light flashes One of ink or not installed. Make sure the outlet is working and is low on your dealer or EPSON as described in "Where To Get Help"...all paper, including any jammed paper or other foreign objects. Lights Explanation Green power light The printer is receiving a print job, charging ink, cleaning the print flashes head, or ink is not installed correctly. Press the paper button to continue printing. Green power light One or both of ...
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...dealer or EPSON as described on your printer. Disconnect the printer's interface cable. 3. Hold down the paper button until the power light starts to determine whether a problem comes from the printer or some other source. 1. Load letter-size paper in "Setup and Software Installation Problems" ...on page 76. 5. Try the suggestions in the printer. 4. power button paper button A test page prints showing the printer's ROM version number, an ink counter code, and a nozzle check pattern. (If the ...
...dealer or EPSON as described on your printer. Disconnect the printer's interface cable. 3. Hold down the paper button until the power light starts to determine whether a problem comes from the printer or some other source. 1. Load letter-size paper in "Setup and Software Installation Problems" ...on page 76. 5. Try the suggestions in the printer. 4. power button paper button A test page prints showing the printer's ROM version number, an ink counter code, and a nozzle check pattern. (If the ...
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... USB Controller is closed completely. see an error message in Windows 2000, you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its cable is shown in the printer properties. ■ In Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x, if the C84 Series icon doesn't appear in the printer. Wait until it's finished (the green power light stops flashing) before you turn...
... USB Controller is closed completely. see an error message in Windows 2000, you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its cable is shown in the printer properties. ■ In Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x, if the C84 Series icon doesn't appear in the printer. Wait until it's finished (the green power light stops flashing) before you turn...