Product Information Guide
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...of the image will be used with the No Margins setting, print quality may decline in the expanded area. ** When printing with this printer. ❏ Except for envelopes, load paper short edge first, even when printing landscape-oriented pictures. However, print quality may decline in... on the left margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). Do not load curled or folded paper. EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series Media Loading Guidelines ❏ See page 1 for a list of EPSON papers that you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. C: The minimum bottom margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 ...
...of the image will be used with the No Margins setting, print quality may decline in the expanded area. ** When printing with this printer. ❏ Except for envelopes, load paper short edge first, even when printing landscape-oriented pictures. However, print quality may decline in... on the left margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). Do not load curled or folded paper. EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series Media Loading Guidelines ❏ See page 1 for a list of EPSON papers that you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. C: The minimum bottom margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 ...
Product Information Guide
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...have obtained a replacement, otherwise the ink remaining in the printer. 3. Ink cartridge levels The level of ink shown on the icons indicates the approximate amount of the ink cartridges by EPSON's warranty. To ensure good results, use . 10/03 EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series - 9 When an ... cropping, adjusting, and enhancing photos ❏ using a CD-R drive or Zip drive to your printer not covered by looking at 5% coverage * The figure given is more than six months old, you have a problem with the optional Bluetooth adapter. EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series Additional Stand-alone...
...have obtained a replacement, otherwise the ink remaining in the printer. 3. Ink cartridge levels The level of ink shown on the icons indicates the approximate amount of the ink cartridges by EPSON's warranty. To ensure good results, use . 10/03 EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series - 9 When an ... cropping, adjusting, and enhancing photos ❏ using a CD-R drive or Zip drive to your printer not covered by looking at 5% coverage * The figure given is more than six months old, you have a problem with the optional Bluetooth adapter. EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series Additional Stand-alone...
Start Here Card
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...NOTE: To print from the Apple® menu, then select these resources: • Your User's Guide Learn about your printer, solving problems, and contacting EPSON. • Your Quick Reference card See how easy it is to print without a computer. • Your on-screen Reference...off) Close the Chooser. EPSON and EPSON Stylus are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of the screen and Stylus Photo R300 below. You see the Printer List again with the printer features available. 5 Close Print Center. You see the Printer List window. EPSON disclaims any and all rights...
...NOTE: To print from the Apple® menu, then select these resources: • Your User's Guide Learn about your printer, solving problems, and contacting EPSON. • Your Quick Reference card See how easy it is to print without a computer. • Your on-screen Reference...off) Close the Chooser. EPSON and EPSON Stylus are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of the screen and Stylus Photo R300 below. You see the Printer List again with the printer features available. 5 Close Print Center. You see the Printer List window. EPSON disclaims any and all rights...
User Manual
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... of this product or third parties for any damages or problems arising from the use with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION's operating and maintenance instructions. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON Photo Stickers, and MicroWeave are registered trademarks and PRINT Image Matching...photocopiers, conventional cameras, and ink jet printers, can be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in those circumstances may be misused by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be trademarks of this EPSON printer. EPSON disclaims any consumable products ...
... of this product or third parties for any damages or problems arising from the use with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION's operating and maintenance instructions. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON Photo Stickers, and MicroWeave are registered trademarks and PRINT Image Matching...photocopiers, conventional cameras, and ink jet printers, can be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in those circumstances may be misused by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be trademarks of this EPSON printer. EPSON disclaims any consumable products ...
User Manual
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... Head Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Aligning the Print Head Cleaning the Printer Transporting the Printer Problem Solving Diagnosing Problems Control Panel Messages Running a Printer Check Setup or Software Installation Problems Printer Problems Print Quality Problems Problems With Paper Feeding CD/DVD Printing Problems Miscellaneous Printout Problems 62 63 65 66 67 67 68 70...
... Head Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Aligning the Print Head Cleaning the Printer Transporting the Printer Problem Solving Diagnosing Problems Control Panel Messages Running a Printer Check Setup or Software Installation Problems Printer Problems Print Quality Problems Problems With Paper Feeding CD/DVD Printing Problems Miscellaneous Printout Problems 62 63 65 66 67 67 68 70...
User Manual
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...photos without a computer, see your desktop. Tips contain additional hints for better printing. Notes contain important information about printing with Windows or on a Macintosh ■ Printing on the printer... software CD-ROM.) You can also click Start, Programs (or All Programs in Windows XP), EPSON, SPR300 Reference Guide, then click... on CDs, DVDs, and creating jewel case inserts ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems For more details about your equipment. This book contains system requirements, important safety...
...photos without a computer, see your desktop. Tips contain additional hints for better printing. Notes contain important information about printing with Windows or on a Macintosh ■ Printing on the printer... software CD-ROM.) You can also click Start, Programs (or All Programs in Windows XP), EPSON, SPR300 Reference Guide, then click... on CDs, DVDs, and creating jewel case inserts ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems For more details about your equipment. This book contains system requirements, important safety...
User Manual
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..." on page 109 ■ "Where To Get Help" on page 111 Diagnosing Problems Your EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series printer includes a number of ways to help you diagnose problems: ■ To identify the most common problems, check for messages on the control panel display and follow the instructions provided. ■ If you're not sure whether the...
..." on page 109 ■ "Where To Get Help" on page 111 Diagnosing Problems Your EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series printer includes a number of ways to help you diagnose problems: ■ To identify the most common problems, check for messages on the control panel display and follow the instructions provided. ■ If you're not sure whether the...
User Manual
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...T0483 Yellow: T0484 Light Cyan: T0485 Light Magenta: T0486 The genuine EPSON ink cartridges listed above are recommended for details. Reinstall the cartridge shown. See your printer's documentation for replacement. Contact your printer are at once, or the wrong paper size has been fed ... reload the paper, then press the ( maintenance button. 98 Problem Solving The printer resumes printing. Black: T0481 Cyan: T0482 Magenta: T0483 Yellow: T0484 Light Cyan: T0485 Light Magenta: T0486 The genuine EPSON ink cartridges listed above are recommended for replacement. Paper load error....
...T0483 Yellow: T0484 Light Cyan: T0485 Light Magenta: T0486 The genuine EPSON ink cartridges listed above are recommended for details. Reinstall the cartridge shown. See your printer's documentation for replacement. Contact your printer are at once, or the wrong paper size has been fed ... reload the paper, then press the ( maintenance button. 98 Problem Solving The printer resumes printing. Black: T0481 Cyan: T0482 Magenta: T0483 Yellow: T0484 Light Cyan: T0485 Light Magenta: T0486 The genuine EPSON ink cartridges listed above are recommended for replacement. Paper load error....
User Manual
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...Stop button for 7 seconds to the printer. Ink icon blinks Communicating with the printer. (See page 20.) Diagnosing Problems 99 If the error is not set correctly. Solution Close the CD/DVD guide, then press the ( maintenance button. Obtain a replacement ink cartridge. System error. Please wait. Use... tray, then press the maintenance button. The connected device cannot be used . The printer is compatible with computer. The CD/DVD tray is not cleared, contact your dealer. Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter error. Reload the CD/DVD tray, then press the ( maintenance button....
...Stop button for 7 seconds to the printer. Ink icon blinks Communicating with the printer. (See page 20.) Diagnosing Problems 99 If the error is not set correctly. Solution Close the CD/DVD guide, then press the ( maintenance button. Obtain a replacement ink cartridge. System error. Please wait. Use... tray, then press the maintenance button. The connected device cannot be used . The printer is compatible with computer. The CD/DVD tray is not cleared, contact your dealer. Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter error. Reload the CD/DVD tray, then press the ( maintenance button....
User Manual
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If nothing works, contact your dealer or EPSON as described on the printer. 4. Then disconnect the USB cable from the printer itself or some other source. 1. Turn on page 111. 9. The printer prints a page showing a nozzle check pattern. (If the pattern has gaps, you may not be installed correctly... settings, interface cable, or computer, or your software may have a problem with your printer. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off the printer and reconnect its cable to your computer. 100 Problem Solving Make sure letter-size or larger paper is loaded in "Setup or...
If nothing works, contact your dealer or EPSON as described on the printer. 4. Then disconnect the USB cable from the printer itself or some other source. 1. Turn on page 111. 9. The printer prints a page showing a nozzle check pattern. (If the pattern has gaps, you may not be installed correctly... settings, interface cable, or computer, or your software may have a problem with your printer. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off the printer and reconnect its cable to your computer. 100 Problem Solving Make sure letter-size or larger paper is loaded in "Setup or...
User Manual
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... material remains in the Format for menu under Page Setup, you are instructed to the printer and the computer. You're having problems installing the printer software. ■ Carefully follow the installation instructions on the Start Here sheet. Setup or Software ... Print Center utility. If it may have software installation privileges. Turn off the printer, or it 's not working properly in the Chooser. Setup or Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you 're printing over a network,...
... material remains in the Format for menu under Page Setup, you are instructed to the printer and the computer. You're having problems installing the printer software. ■ Carefully follow the installation instructions on the Start Here sheet. Setup or Software ... Print Center utility. If it may have software installation privileges. Turn off the printer, or it 's not working properly in the Chooser. Setup or Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ The first time you 're printing over a network,...
User Manual
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.... Place it on a flat, stable surface that you're not using. ■ Increase your system's memory (RAM). Your printer makes noise when you have lots of photos or large files on your memory card, it is printing, but nothing prints. ■ Make sure the print head nozzles are... fastest printing, try these tips: ■ Choose Black ink if your system meets the requirements listed on page 113. Your printer is too slow. Make sure your document doesn't include color. ■ Set the Quality/Speed slider to Speed. 102 Problem Solving If you're printing a high-resolution image, you...
.... Place it on a flat, stable surface that you're not using. ■ Increase your system's memory (RAM). Your printer makes noise when you have lots of photos or large files on your memory card, it is printing, but nothing prints. ■ Make sure the print head nozzles are... fastest printing, try these tips: ■ Choose Black ink if your system meets the requirements listed on page 113. Your printer is too slow. Make sure your document doesn't include color. ■ Set the Quality/Speed slider to Speed. 102 Problem Solving If you're printing a high-resolution image, you...
User Manual
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...of paper you're using . see if Small Image Enhancement is on. Print Quality Problems 103 See page 49 for the printer to rotate and process the image. ■ Check the printer's control panel settings to see page 88 for guidelines. ■ In the Advanced options..., turn MicroWeave® off and/or turn High Speed on. ■ If your printer is connected to a hub, disconnect USB devices that the photos are printing a landscape photo without a computer,...
...of paper you're using . see if Small Image Enhancement is on. Print Quality Problems 103 See page 49 for the printer to rotate and process the image. ■ Check the printer's control panel settings to see page 88 for guidelines. ■ In the Advanced options..., turn MicroWeave® off and/or turn High Speed on. ■ If your printer is connected to a hub, disconnect USB devices that the photos are printing a landscape photo without a computer,...
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...for instructions. ■ Remove each sheet from a Macintosh, see page 60. 104 Problem Solving To replace an ink cartridge, see page 61 for guidelines. ■ Make sure the printable side of the...envelopes setting: Windows: From the Maintenance tab in the Printing Properties or Preferences window, click Printer and Option Information, then select Thick paper and envelopes. See page 93 for instructions. see... of paper, or print quality may need to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine EPSON inks. ■ Make sure you load paper with the printable side face up . You ...
...for instructions. ■ Remove each sheet from a Macintosh, see page 60. 104 Problem Solving To replace an ink cartridge, see page 61 for guidelines. ■ Make sure the printable side of the...envelopes setting: Windows: From the Maintenance tab in the Printing Properties or Preferences window, click Printer and Option Information, then select Thick paper and envelopes. See page 93 for instructions. see... of paper, or print quality may need to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine EPSON inks. ■ Make sure you load paper with the printable side face up . You ...
User Manual
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...) or page 60 (Macintosh). ■ Colors will change slightly after drying. See page 30. To replace an ink cartridge, see page 88 for guidelines. ■ Make sure your printer's control panel settings to get as close as possible. see page 89. ■ Try turning off PhotoEnhance. To... isn't damaged, old, dirty, or loaded face down. see your on ink. However, you 're using ; Print Quality Problems 105 ■ Run the Print Head Alignment utility. See page 93 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need cleaning; it is usually whiter or shinier than the other ...
...) or page 60 (Macintosh). ■ Colors will change slightly after drying. See page 30. To replace an ink cartridge, see page 88 for guidelines. ■ Make sure your printer's control panel settings to get as close as possible. see page 89. ■ Try turning off PhotoEnhance. To... isn't damaged, old, dirty, or loaded face down. see your on ink. However, you 're using ; Print Quality Problems 105 ■ Run the Print Head Alignment utility. See page 93 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need cleaning; it is usually whiter or shinier than the other ...
User Manual
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... may have set the wrong paper size. Paper doesn't feed correctly or jams in the printer. ■ Make sure the paper support extension is wrinkled. ■ If the paper doesn't eject fully, you may have torn off. Problems With Paper Feeding Paper doesn't eject fully or is pulled up . If that doesn... sheet feeder, fan the edges to separate the sheets, and carefully reload it , but not too tight. ■ Store paper flat to prevent curling. 106 Problem Solving Press the b maintenance button to clear the jam.
... may have set the wrong paper size. Paper doesn't feed correctly or jams in the printer. ■ Make sure the paper support extension is wrinkled. ■ If the paper doesn't eject fully, you may have torn off. Problems With Paper Feeding Paper doesn't eject fully or is pulled up . If that doesn... sheet feeder, fan the edges to separate the sheets, and carefully reload it , but not too tight. ■ Store paper flat to prevent curling. 106 Problem Solving Press the b maintenance button to clear the jam.
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... on page 68. ■ Make sure you're using ink-jet printable CDs or DVDs. ■ Handle the disc carefully and allow the ink to dry for at least 24 hours before playing the disc or inserting it into the printer. CD/DVD Printing Problems 107 Ink smears on the CD/DVD. Printed CDs or DVDs... are not centered on the CD/DVD or printing is inverted. Make sure you hold the CD/DVD tray level as described on EPSON Iron-On Transfer Paper, the image should...
... on page 68. ■ Make sure you're using ink-jet printable CDs or DVDs. ■ Handle the disc carefully and allow the ink to dry for at least 24 hours before playing the disc or inserting it into the printer. CD/DVD Printing Problems 107 Ink smears on the CD/DVD. Printed CDs or DVDs... are not centered on the CD/DVD or printing is inverted. Make sure you hold the CD/DVD tray level as described on EPSON Iron-On Transfer Paper, the image should...
User Manual
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...Off. You see incorrect characters. ■ Make sure the USB cable is printed. Then try printing again. ■ Make sure your printer is set to identify your computer instead. The photo numbering in your on-screen Reference Guide. ■ If you 're using a USB hub, connect the... computer, make sure the Crop and Fit to your photos by number. The wrong photo is securely connected and meets the system requirements on choosing the correct margins for multiple copies. 108 Problem Solving Make sure that the Copies option in your printer software or program is not set correctly. ■...
...Off. You see incorrect characters. ■ Make sure the USB cable is printed. Then try printing again. ■ Make sure your printer is set to identify your computer instead. The photo numbering in your on-screen Reference Guide. ■ If you 're using a USB hub, connect the... computer, make sure the Crop and Fit to your photos by number. The wrong photo is securely connected and meets the system requirements on choosing the correct margins for multiple copies. 108 Problem Solving Make sure that the Copies option in your printer software or program is not set correctly. ■...
User Manual
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...CardMonitor folder, double-click the OS 8-9 folder, then double-click the Installer icon. Select EPSON Stylus Photo R300(Sheet Feeder - When you are ready to reinstall the printer software, follow the correct instructions for X folders to reinstall your operating system on -screen .... Close all applications. 2. Drag the EPSON Card Monitor and EPSON PhotoStarter3 for your optional photo software or on -screen instructions and click Quit when you won't see the license agreement, click Accept. 110 Problem Solving Insert the printer software CD-ROM. 3. Macintosh OS X...
...CardMonitor folder, double-click the OS 8-9 folder, then double-click the Installer icon. Select EPSON Stylus Photo R300(Sheet Feeder - When you are ready to reinstall the printer software, follow the correct instructions for X folders to reinstall your operating system on -screen .... Close all applications. 2. Drag the EPSON Card Monitor and EPSON PhotoStarter3 for your optional photo software or on -screen instructions and click Quit when you won't see the license agreement, click Accept. 110 Problem Solving Insert the printer software CD-ROM. 3. Macintosh OS X...
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sales only). Before you call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. 112 Problem Solving In Canada, please call , please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (EPSON Stylus Photo R300 or EPSON Stylus Photo R300M) ■ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ■ Computer configuration ■ Description of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from the EPSON Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S.
sales only). Before you call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. 112 Problem Solving In Canada, please call , please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (EPSON Stylus Photo R300 or EPSON Stylus Photo R300M) ■ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ■ Computer configuration ■ Description of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from the EPSON Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S.