Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... 3 DURABrite and Chief Memory Officer are for optional cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Epson disclaims any and all three elements are present and used with Epson printers there are designed in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to get sharp black text, superb photo quality photos, or...
... 3 DURABrite and Chief Memory Officer are for optional cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Epson disclaims any and all three elements are present and used with Epson printers there are designed in various patterns so you never have to swap an ink cartridge to get sharp black text, superb photo quality photos, or...
User Manual - Epson Stylus RIP Mac & PC
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...; Printer model Computer configuration Description of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store™ at http://support.epson.com. The following information ready: Product name (EPSON Stylus RIP) Product serial number (located on disk sleeve) Proof and...
...; Printer model Computer configuration Description of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store™ at http://support.epson.com. The following information ready: Product name (EPSON Stylus RIP) Product serial number (located on disk sleeve) Proof and...
User Manual - Epson Stylus RIP Mac & PC
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.... 1-2 Once the printer is installed correctly. Installing EPSON Stylus RIP for Macintosh Checking the Printer Before you install the EPSON Stylus RIP software, follow the instructions in the printer. See your printer's documentation for instructions. (Not every printer has a network interface card option.) Load paper, install ink cartridges, and allow your printer to complete its...
.... 1-2 Once the printer is installed correctly. Installing EPSON Stylus RIP for Macintosh Checking the Printer Before you install the EPSON Stylus RIP software, follow the instructions in the printer. See your printer's documentation for instructions. (Not every printer has a network interface card option.) Load paper, install ink cartridges, and allow your printer to complete its...
User Manual - Epson Stylus RIP Mac & PC
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...EPSON Stylus RIP software on a client computer will be different than the ones you perform the following the instructions included with the standard driver to make sure Windows is running and all virus protection and disk-monitoring software, following steps: Load paper, install ink cartridges..., and allow your printer to complete its entire ink charging cycle. Connect the printer to your computer via a parallel cable and your computer's LPT1 port. Install the standard non-PostScript EPSON driver and utilities that came with ...
...EPSON Stylus RIP software on a client computer will be different than the ones you perform the following the instructions included with the standard driver to make sure Windows is running and all virus protection and disk-monitoring software, following steps: Load paper, install ink cartridges..., and allow your printer to complete its entire ink charging cycle. Connect the printer to your computer via a parallel cable and your computer's LPT1 port. Install the standard non-PostScript EPSON driver and utilities that came with ...
User Manual - Epson Stylus RIP Mac & PC
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... your system and selected in Chapter 1 to reinstall the EPSON Stylus RIP software on your application to be able to make sure color ink is empty. Troubleshooting You see Chapters 2 and 4 for instructions on creating a color document. Stylus RIP will create a new preference file automatically when you ... messages, delete the tmp folder and the CPSPREFS file in your application software or select color ink in the Stylus RIP folder. Your color print head needs cleaning or the ink cartridge is selected; If you restart the program. You're not using PostScript fonts. Also...
... your system and selected in Chapter 1 to reinstall the EPSON Stylus RIP software on your application to be able to make sure color ink is empty. Troubleshooting You see Chapters 2 and 4 for instructions on creating a color document. Stylus RIP will create a new preference file automatically when you ... messages, delete the tmp folder and the CPSPREFS file in your application software or select color ink in the Stylus RIP folder. Your color print head needs cleaning or the ink cartridge is selected; If you restart the program. You're not using PostScript fonts. Also...
Printer Basics
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..., Notes, and Tips Windows System Requirements Macintosh System Requirements ENERGY STAR Compliance Year 2000 Ready Printer Parts Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions VIEWING YOUR ELECTRONIC PRINTER MANUAL Opening Your Electronic Manual Navigating an Electronic Manual PRINTING FROM START TO FINISH Printing ...with Windows Printing with a Macintosh Using Custom Project Types Using the Advanced Dialog Box Using Special Papers EPSON Photo Paper Envelopes Selecting the Correct Media Type 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 7 8 9 9 11 12 13 17 20 23 26...
..., Notes, and Tips Windows System Requirements Macintosh System Requirements ENERGY STAR Compliance Year 2000 Ready Printer Parts Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions VIEWING YOUR ELECTRONIC PRINTER MANUAL Opening Your Electronic Manual Navigating an Electronic Manual PRINTING FROM START TO FINISH Printing ...with Windows Printing with a Macintosh Using Custom Project Types Using the Advanced Dialog Box Using Special Papers EPSON Photo Paper Envelopes Selecting the Correct Media Type 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 7 8 9 9 11 12 13 17 20 23 26...
Printer Basics
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Replacing an Ink Cartridge 51 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 52 Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge 54 Aligning the Print Head 56 Cleaning the Printer 57 Transporting the Printer 58 PROBLEM SOLVING 59 Diagnosing Printer Problems 59 Checking the Control Panel Lights 59 Running a Printer Check 61 Problems and Solutions 62 Problems Setting Up the Printer or Installing Its Software 62 Problems Getting Good Print Quality 64 Uninstalling Printer Software 67 Where To Get Help 69 INDEX 71 iii
Replacing an Ink Cartridge 51 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 52 Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge 54 Aligning the Print Head 56 Cleaning the Printer 57 Transporting the Printer 58 PROBLEM SOLVING 59 Diagnosing Printer Problems 59 Checking the Control Panel Lights 59 Running a Printer Check 61 Problems and Solutions 62 Problems Setting Up the Printer or Installing Its Software 62 Problems Getting Good Print Quality 64 Uninstalling Printer Software 67 Where To Get Help 69 INDEX 71 iii
Printer Basics
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Year 2000 Ready Your EPSON printer is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to reduce air pollution caused by power generation. However, be sure the other parts ... ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for the year 2000. The EPA ENERGY STAR office equipment program is Year 2000 Ready. Printer Parts paper support sheet feeder left edge guide right edge guide printer cover output tray output tray extensions ink cartridge clamps thickness lever...
Year 2000 Ready Your EPSON printer is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to reduce air pollution caused by power generation. However, be sure the other parts ... ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for the year 2000. The EPA ENERGY STAR office equipment program is Year 2000 Ready. Printer Parts paper support sheet feeder left edge guide right edge guide printer cover output tray output tray extensions ink cartridge clamps thickness lever...
Printer Basics
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... Ppower light is off using the Ppower button. s Under normal circumstances, ink will not come out of children. s Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of the cartridge. s Install the ink cartridge immediately after you install an ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or remove the cartridge except to replace it off with water. s Do not shake an...
... Ppower light is off using the Ppower button. s Under normal circumstances, ink will not come out of children. s Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of the cartridge. s Install the ink cartridge immediately after you install an ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or remove the cartridge except to replace it off with water. s Do not shake an...
Printer Basics
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... directions on selecting the size of the Roman, Sans Serif, Roman T, and Sans Serif H fonts can perform most printer maintenance operations-such as replacing the ink cartridges and cleaning the print heads-as described in this section if you are using the floppy disk version, substitute the appropriate letter for D.) Then press...
... directions on selecting the size of the Roman, Sans Serif, Roman T, and Sans Serif H fonts can perform most printer maintenance operations-such as replacing the ink cartridges and cleaning the print heads-as described in this section if you are using the floppy disk version, substitute the appropriate letter for D.) Then press...
Printer Basics
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...for : s cleaning the print head s replacing an ink cartridge s aligning the print head s transporting the printer For more details, see your printer; If you use special paper that comes with a cleaning sheet, don't use the cleaning sheet with your electronic EPSON Stylus COLOR 900 Manual as described on page 9. it may ... image is unexpectedly light or faint, or dots are missing from the image, you may jam inside the printer. 48 You can deliver ink properly. This unclogs the nozzles so they can clean the print head in either of the following ways: s Using the Head Cleaning utility...
...for : s cleaning the print head s replacing an ink cartridge s aligning the print head s transporting the printer For more details, see your printer; If you use special paper that comes with a cleaning sheet, don't use the cleaning sheet with your electronic EPSON Stylus COLOR 900 Manual as described on page 9. it may ... image is unexpectedly light or faint, or dots are missing from the image, you may jam inside the printer. 48 You can deliver ink properly. This unclogs the nozzles so they can clean the print head in either of the following ways: s Using the Head Cleaning utility...
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... check pattern you need to replace it. Other products may cause damage to your electronic EPSON Stylus COLOR 900 Manual for details. When the light stays on, the cartridge is low on the package: s Black ink cartridge T003011 s Color ink cartridge T005011 To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before the expiration date on...
... check pattern you need to replace it. Other products may cause damage to your electronic EPSON Stylus COLOR 900 Manual for details. When the light stays on, the cartridge is low on the package: s Black ink cartridge T003011 s Color ink cartridge T005011 To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them and before the expiration date on...
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...EPSON Accessories at www.epsonsupplies.com (U.S. Remove only the yellow part of the cartridge or you perform these steps when both ink out lights are off the blue portion or try to remove the clear seal underneath the cartridge. ink will permanently damage it for dealer referral. sales only). Remove the new ink cartridge... in "Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge" on page 54. Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges You can replace a cartridge when the B black or A color ink out light is empty. 52 Remove the yellow tape black cartridge color cartridge You must remove the yellow...
...EPSON Accessories at www.epsonsupplies.com (U.S. Remove only the yellow part of the cartridge or you perform these steps when both ink out lights are off the blue portion or try to remove the clear seal underneath the cartridge. ink will permanently damage it for dealer referral. sales only). Remove the new ink cartridge... in "Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge" on page 54. Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges You can replace a cartridge when the B black or A color ink out light is empty. 52 Remove the yellow tape black cartridge color cartridge You must remove the yellow...
Printer Basics
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...the print head by hand. Charging takes about one . If ink gets on . Press the R cleaning button and close the printer cover. If ink gets into its holder. 6. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it contains ink. 5. Never turn off the printer while the P power ...printer makes various sounds. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of the printer. 8. Lower the new ink cartridge into your hands, wash them immediately with water. 7. Don't open the clamp or remove a cartridge except to replace the other ink cartridge, repeat steps 4 through 8 before...
...the print head by hand. Charging takes about one . If ink gets on . Press the R cleaning button and close the printer cover. If ink gets into its holder. 6. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it contains ink. 5. Never turn off the printer while the P power ...printer makes various sounds. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of the printer. 8. Lower the new ink cartridge into your hands, wash them immediately with water. 7. Don't open the clamp or remove a cartridge except to replace the other ink cartridge, repeat steps 4 through 8 before...
Printer Basics
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... the print head moves to the color ink cartridge replacement position. Don't open the printer cover. 4. Follow these steps to replace an ink cartridge before the B black or A color ink out light is turned on and not printing, then open the clamp or remove a cartridge except to replace it . To ...used to. Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge If an ink cartridge is more than six months old, you may notice that your printouts don't look as good as shown below. Remove the new ink cartridge from its packaging. 2. You may need to replace only the color ink cartridge, press the E load/eject...
... the print head moves to the color ink cartridge replacement position. Don't open the printer cover. 4. Follow these steps to replace an ink cartridge before the B black or A color ink out light is turned on and not printing, then open the clamp or remove a cartridge except to replace it . To ...used to. Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge If an ink cartridge is more than six months old, you may notice that your printouts don't look as good as shown below. Remove the new ink cartridge from its packaging. 2. You may need to replace only the color ink cartridge, press the E load/eject...
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... soap and water. If ink gets into its holder. 7. Lower the new ink cartridge into your hands, wash them immediately with step 11. 11. The print head moves to replace the color ink cartridge, repeat steps 6 through 9. If you need to the color ink cartridge replacement position. The printer ...moves the print head and begins charging the ink delivery system. Never turn off the printer while the P power light...
... soap and water. If ink gets into its holder. 7. Lower the new ink cartridge into your hands, wash them immediately with step 11. 11. The print head moves to replace the color ink cartridge, repeat steps 6 through 9. If you need to the color ink cartridge replacement position. The printer ...moves the print head and begins charging the ink delivery system. Never turn off the printer while the P power light...
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... the print head (see page 48); Transporting the Printer If you move your printer. Then disconnect the printer cable from the electrical outlet. Secure the ink cartridge holder to keep the printer level as shown, then close the tray. 6. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. Then turn off the printer. 2. Open... paper from the printer and remove the paper support. 4. Be sure to the printer with it . Follow these steps: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer.
... the print head (see page 48); Transporting the Printer If you move your printer. Then disconnect the printer cable from the electrical outlet. Secure the ink cartridge holder to keep the printer level as shown, then close the tray. 6. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. Then turn off the printer. 2. Open... paper from the printer and remove the paper support. 4. Be sure to the printer with it . Follow these steps: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer.
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..., and turn on the printer again. Press the E load/eject button to replace the ink cartridge. When an ink out light comes on, you have a paper jam. If no paper ejects, turn off... flash or stay on, contact your dealer or EPSON; Try these guidelines when the control panel lights come on , contact your dealer or EPSON; Follow these solutions: s Make sure the printer...it back on. Make sure you need to resume printing. When the P power and S paper out lights flash and the B black and A color ink out lights come on or flash: P is on S flashes S is on B or A flash B or A are on P and S ...
..., and turn on the printer again. Press the E load/eject button to replace the ink cartridge. When an ink out light comes on, you have a paper jam. If no paper ejects, turn off... flash or stay on, contact your dealer or EPSON; Try these guidelines when the control panel lights come on , contact your dealer or EPSON; Follow these solutions: s Make sure the printer...it back on. Make sure you need to resume printing. When the P power and S paper out lights flash and the B black and A color ink out lights come on or flash: P is on S flashes S is on B or A flash B or A are on P and S ...
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...Software If you 're having problems installing the printer software . . . If your computer's parallel port should be enabled. If you installed the ink cartridges and the printer started making noise . . . Then try installing the software again. If you turn on and the printer cable is turned ...completely and that no packing material remains in the printer. Please wait until charging is performing routine maintenance. s Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some basic troubleshooting tips if you turn off the printer while it is charging, it will begin charging again the next...
...Software If you 're having problems installing the printer software . . . If your computer's parallel port should be enabled. If you installed the ink cartridges and the printer started making noise . . . Then try installing the software again. If you turn on and the printer cable is turned ...completely and that no packing material remains in the printer. Please wait until charging is performing routine maintenance. s Make sure the ink cartridge clamps are some basic troubleshooting tips if you turn off the printer while it is charging, it will begin charging again the next...
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... the paper thickness lever position. s Make sure the Media Type setting matches the paper you see page 54. If your ink cartridge is flashing, replace the ink cartridge; s Run the Print Head Alignment utility. If it ; s Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. To clean the print ...the thickness lever to the right. s Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. See page 29 for instructions. s Make sure the ink cartridges aren't low on thicker paper or envelopes. 64 see vertical banding . . . See page 56 for guidelines. See page 15 (Windows) or...
... the paper thickness lever position. s Make sure the Media Type setting matches the paper you see page 54. If your ink cartridge is flashing, replace the ink cartridge; s Run the Print Head Alignment utility. If it ; s Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. To clean the print ...the thickness lever to the right. s Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. See page 29 for instructions. s Make sure the ink cartridges aren't low on thicker paper or envelopes. 64 see vertical banding . . . See page 56 for guidelines. See page 15 (Windows) or...
