Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... information, comparisons, and FAQs on the content, selected output quality, and paper type. High Quality Halftoning: Every ink jet printer uses a method referred to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Epson, Exceed Your Vision, MicroPiezo, AcuPhoto Halftoning, Claria, Epson UltraChrome K3, Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss, and PictureMate are registered trademarks or trademarks of...
... information, comparisons, and FAQs on the content, selected output quality, and paper type. High Quality Halftoning: Every ink jet printer uses a method referred to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Epson, Exceed Your Vision, MicroPiezo, AcuPhoto Halftoning, Claria, Epson UltraChrome K3, Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss, and PictureMate are registered trademarks or trademarks of...
Printer Basics
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... ENERGY STAR Compliance Year 2000 Ready Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions VIEWING YOUR ELECTRONIC PRINTER MANUAL Accessing Your Electronic Printer Manual Navigating Your Electronic Printer Manual PRINTING FROM START TO FINISH Using the EPSON Guided Printing Exercise Printing with Windows Loading Paper Opening the Printer Software Selecting Printer Software Settings Controlling Printing Printing on a Macintosh Loading...
... ENERGY STAR Compliance Year 2000 Ready Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions VIEWING YOUR ELECTRONIC PRINTER MANUAL Accessing Your Electronic Printer Manual Navigating Your Electronic Printer Manual PRINTING FROM START TO FINISH Using the EPSON Guided Printing Exercise Printing with Windows Loading Paper Opening the Printer Software Selecting Printer Software Settings Controlling Printing Printing on a Macintosh Loading...
Printer Basics
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... Nozzle Check Pattern 40 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 41 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 42 Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge 44 Aligning the Print Head 46 Cleaning the Printer 47 Transporting the Printer 48 iv Printing with PhotoEnhance 23 Using Custom Project Types 26 Using Advanced Settings 28 Using Special Papers 31 EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper 31 Matte Paper -
... Nozzle Check Pattern 40 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 41 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 42 Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge 44 Aligning the Print Head 46 Cleaning the Printer 47 Transporting the Printer 48 iv Printing with PhotoEnhance 23 Using Custom Project Types 26 Using Advanced Settings 28 Using Special Papers 31 EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper 31 Matte Paper -
Printer Basics
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...it from its foil package. s Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them immediately with water. if liquid has entered the printer; Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions s Install the ink cartridge immediately after you may damage the printer. s Do not put your eyes, flush them . ...For best results, use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on your skin, wash it...
...it from its foil package. s Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them immediately with water. if liquid has entered the printer; Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions s Install the ink cartridge immediately after you may damage the printer. s Do not put your eyes, flush them . ...For best results, use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on your skin, wash it...
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...can clean the print head in either of the following ways: s using the printer's control panel buttons, as described on your printer at its best and preparation steps for : s cleaning the print head (below) s replacing an ink cartridge (on page 41) s aligning the print head (on page 46) s ...cleaning the printer (on page 47) s transporting the printer (on page 48) For more details, see your electronic Reference Guide, as described on page ...
...can clean the print head in either of the following ways: s using the printer's control panel buttons, as described on your printer at its best and preparation steps for : s cleaning the print head (below) s replacing an ink cartridge (on page 41) s aligning the print head (on page 46) s ...cleaning the printer (on page 47) s transporting the printer (on page 48) For more details, see your electronic Reference Guide, as described on page ...
Printer Basics
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... the screen to confirm the print head nozzles are off the printer while the Ppower light is loaded in the Printers window. Head Cleaning button Never turn off . (If an ink out light is flashing, replace the ink cartridge instead.) 2. Then click Next. Or, with Windows, click ...click the EPSON Stylus COLOR 1160 printer icon in the printer and click Print nozzle check pattern. Cleaning takes about 30 seconds, during which the printer makes some noise and the Ppower light flashes. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and both the B black and A color ink out lights ...
... the screen to confirm the print head nozzles are off the printer while the Ppower light is loaded in the Printers window. Head Cleaning button Never turn off . (If an ink out light is flashing, replace the ink cartridge instead.) 2. Then click Next. Or, with Windows, click ...click the EPSON Stylus COLOR 1160 printer icon in the printer and click Print nozzle check pattern. Cleaning takes about 30 seconds, during which the printer makes some noise and the Ppower light flashes. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and both the B black and A color ink out lights ...
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...missing dots, click Clean to run a nozzle check. If you have an application running, access the printer settings dialog box as described on but not printing, and both the B black and A color ink out lights are off and wait overnight-this allows any improvement after cleaning three or four times, ...'t moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes. 3. 7. If the pattern is flashing, replace the ink cartridge before continuing.) 2. Make sure the printer is turned on page 15 (Windows) or page 20 (Macintosh). 39 After the Ppower light stops flashing, print a page to soften-and then...
...missing dots, click Clean to run a nozzle check. If you have an application running, access the printer settings dialog box as described on but not printing, and both the B black and A color ink out lights are off and wait overnight-this allows any improvement after cleaning three or four times, ...'t moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes. 3. 7. If the pattern is flashing, replace the ink cartridge before continuing.) 2. Make sure the printer is turned on page 15 (Windows) or page 20 (Macintosh). 39 After the Ppower light stops flashing, print a page to soften-and then...
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If you need new ink cartridges, contact your printer not covered by EPSON's warranty. Replacing an Ink Cartridge When the B black or A color ink out light flashes, the indicated cartridge is empty. Otherwise the ink remaining in "Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge" on the package: s Black ink cartridge: S020189 s Color ink cartridge: S020191 To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before the lights...
If you need new ink cartridges, contact your printer not covered by EPSON's warranty. Replacing an Ink Cartridge When the B black or A color ink out light flashes, the indicated cartridge is empty. Otherwise the ink remaining in "Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge" on the package: s Black ink cartridge: S020189 s Color ink cartridge: S020191 To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before the lights...
Printer Basics
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... begin. Pull up from its holder. (The illustration shows color ink cartridge replacement. To replace the black ink cartridge, lift up only the smaller clamp on the left and the Ppower light begins flashing. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of it contains ink. 3. To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. Removing and...
... begin. Pull up from its holder. (The illustration shows color ink cartridge replacement. To replace the black ink cartridge, lift up only the smaller clamp on the left and the Ppower light begins flashing. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of it contains ink. 3. To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. Removing and...
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... part of the tape seal on the cartridge itself. 8. Lower the new ink cartridge into its holder with step 9. 9. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it locks in place, but don't press down on top. black cartridge color cartridge (S020189) (S020191) 6. The printer moves the print head and begins charging the ink delivery system. The Ppower light flashes, and...
... part of the tape seal on the cartridge itself. 8. Lower the new ink cartridge into its holder with step 9. 9. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it locks in place, but don't press down on top. black cartridge color cartridge (S020189) (S020191) 6. The printer moves the print head and begins charging the ink delivery system. The Ppower light flashes, and...
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... to replace it with a new one or both cartridges. Follow these steps to replace an ink cartridge before the B black or A color ink out light is flashing or on the left and the Ppower light begins flashing. Don't open the printer cover. 2. Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge When an installed ink cartridge is more than six months old, you may...
... to replace it with a new one or both cartridges. Follow these steps to replace an ink cartridge before the B black or A color ink out light is flashing or on the left and the Ppower light begins flashing. Don't open the printer cover. 2. Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge When an installed ink cartridge is more than six months old, you may...
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... it locks in place, but don't press down the ink cartridge clamp until it . Lower the new ink cartridge into its holder with step 9. 9. Press the E load/eject button again and close the printer cover. Charging takes about 30 seconds. Never turn off... the blue portion or try to replace the other ink cartridge, repeat steps 3 through 7 before continuing with the label facing up and toward the back of the cartridge or you need to remove the clear seal underneath the cartridge. black cartridge color cartridge...
... it locks in place, but don't press down the ink cartridge clamp until it . Lower the new ink cartridge into its holder with step 9. 9. Press the E load/eject button again and close the printer cover. Charging takes about 30 seconds. Never turn off... the blue portion or try to replace the other ink cartridge, repeat steps 3 through 7 before continuing with the label facing up and toward the back of the cartridge or you need to remove the clear seal underneath the cartridge. black cartridge color cartridge...
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... it. Push in the output tray extensions and close the printer cover. Be sure to keep the printer level as shown, then close the tray. 6. Follow these steps: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer case 5. If you notice a decline in print quality, clean...
... it. Push in the output tray extensions and close the printer cover. Be sure to keep the printer level as shown, then close the tray. 6. Follow these steps: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer case 5. If you notice a decline in print quality, clean...
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... too thin. When an ink out light flashes, your dealer or EPSON; When all the packing material as described on , contact your ink supply is not receiving power. see page 61 for any jammed paper. Try these solutions: s Make sure the printer is turned on , you have a replacement cartridge (black S020189, color S020191). When the S paper...
... too thin. When an ink out light flashes, your dealer or EPSON; When all the packing material as described on , contact your ink supply is not receiving power. see page 61 for any jammed paper. Try these solutions: s Make sure the printer is turned on , you have a replacement cartridge (black S020189, color S020191). When the S paper...
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Identifying Printer Parts If you need help identifying the parts of the printer, refer to these illustrations: sheet feeder left edge guide paper support extension paper support (pulls up here) right edge guide printer cover output tray output tray extensions thickness lever ink cartridge holders control panel 52
Identifying Printer Parts If you need help identifying the parts of the printer, refer to these illustrations: sheet feeder left edge guide paper support extension paper support (pulls up here) right edge guide printer cover output tray output tray extensions thickness lever ink cartridge holders control panel 52
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... light stops flashing) before you turn it on. s Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some basic troubleshooting tips if you 've closed all other applications, including any problems setting up your EPSON dealer or see "Where To Get Help" on configuring your printer cable is securely connected to clear the error. s If the...
... light stops flashing) before you turn it on. s Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some basic troubleshooting tips if you 've closed all other applications, including any problems setting up your EPSON dealer or see "Where To Get Help" on configuring your printer cable is securely connected to clear the error. s If the...
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... 21 (Macintosh) for instructions. s Run the Print Head Alignment utility using EPSON ink jet paper. Try the solutions described to the 0 position. To replace an ink cartridge, see page 41 (if the cartridge is more than six months old, see page 37. See page 46 for... instructions. s Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. It is in the 0 position (shown at right). Set it 's in the printer software. s Run the Print Head Alignment utility using EPSON ink jet...
... 21 (Macintosh) for instructions. s Run the Print Head Alignment utility using EPSON ink jet paper. Try the solutions described to the 0 position. To replace an ink cartridge, see page 41 (if the cartridge is more than six months old, see page 37. See page 46 for... instructions. s Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. It is in the 0 position (shown at right). Set it 's in the printer software. s Run the Print Head Alignment utility using EPSON ink jet...
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...may smear. s Run the Print Head Alignment utility. s Make sure the print head nozzles are low on page 55. To replace an ink cartridge, see if the ink cartridges are not clogged. s Check the paper thickness lever position. Your printout is faint or has gaps in your paper or media meets the... specifications listed in the image. To clean the print head, see page 37. If it 's in the + position, your printer is , reload a new ...
...may smear. s Run the Print Head Alignment utility. s Make sure the print head nozzles are low on page 55. To replace an ink cartridge, see if the ink cartridges are not clogged. s Check the paper thickness lever position. Your printout is faint or has gaps in your paper or media meets the... specifications listed in the image. To clean the print head, see page 37. If it 's in the + position, your printer is , reload a new ...
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... clean the print head, see page 16 (Windows) or page 21 (Macintosh). s Make sure an ink cartridge isn't low on page 3 or page 4. s Make sure you can never exactly match your printer is securely connected and that alters image colors, such as possible. s If you 're printing a high-resolution image, turn off PhotoEnhance. see...
... clean the print head, see page 16 (Windows) or page 21 (Macintosh). s Make sure an ink cartridge isn't low on page 3 or page 4. s Make sure you can never exactly match your printer is securely connected and that alters image colors, such as possible. s If you 're printing a high-resolution image, turn off PhotoEnhance. see...
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sales only). In Canada, please call , please have the following information ready: s Product name (EPSON Stylus COLOR 1160) s Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) s Computer configuration s Description of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 or visit our web site at www.epsonsupplies.com...
sales only). In Canada, please call , please have the following information ready: s Product name (EPSON Stylus COLOR 1160) s Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) s Computer configuration s Description of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 or visit our web site at www.epsonsupplies.com...