Epson R280 Support Question
Epson R280 Support Question
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Question posted by godzmy on May 30th, 2014
Epson R280 Won't Charge Ink
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Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers) - Page 1
... quality.
Print Quality-Core Printing Technologies
The core technologies used in Epson ink jet printers work together to produce brilliant Photo Quality color, sharp text, and incredible print speeds
Small Ink Droplet Size
Small ink droplets produce smoother gradations and greater
tonal control
Epson Inks
Epson innovates ink solutions tailored to the needs of specific users instead...
Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers) - Page 3
... quality and durability, or is an amateur photographer looking to primarily print photos with Epson papers. High Quality Halftoning: Every ink jet printer uses a method referred to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. The Epson printer drivers use a halftoning module that places ink droplets to meet every printing need. Other product names used , the...
Product Brochure - Page 1
...Ultra Hi-Definition
R280 Photo Printer
Photos | CDs | Documents
Scratch • Wa
Smudge •
s
ter • Fade
R
esistant Photo
For brilliant photos with Epson's versatile
paper selection
Ordering Information
Product Name Epson Stylus® Photo R280 Epson Stylus Photo R280 (Canada) 78 Black ink cartridge 78 Cyan ink cartridge 78 Magenta ink cartridge 78 Yellow ink cartridge 78 Light...
Product Brochure - Page 2
... result in the U.S. Epson R280 Ultra Hi-Definition Photo Printer Specifications
Printer Specifications Printing Technology Advanced MicroPiezo® 6-color ink jet printing with DX5™ technology
Ink Palette Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Magenta, Light Magenta and Yellow
Ink Cartridge Configuration 6 individual ink cartridges
Ink Type Claria™ Hi-Definition Ink (smudge, scratch, water...
Product Information Guide - Page 1
...
Paper support
Right edge guide
Left edge guide
Sheet feeder
Printer cover
Epson Stylus Photo R280
USB port
Front tray
Front cover
Front tray extensions
CD/DVD tray
Adapter Cartridge cover
Print head
Ink button
Power button
Paper/Cancel button
Accessories
Ink Cartridges
Cartridge Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light Cyan Light Magenta High-Capacity Black High-Capacity...
Product Information Guide - Page 3
...°F (-16 °C)
* Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 104 °F (40 °C)
Humidity (without ink cartridges
Ink Cartridges
Colors
Black, cyan, magenta, yellow, ...176;C). For best printing results, use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them.
Epson Stylus Photo R280
Printer Specifications
Printing
Epson MicroPiezo® head with DX5™ variable...
Product Information Guide - Page 4
...mm). D-R The minimum right margin is 0.12 inches (3.0 mm). Note: Always load paper into the sheet feeder with ink:
Inner hub area Outer periphery area
18 to 42 mm 117 to 120 mm for a 12-cm CD/DVD 77 to... to a higher grade paper. D-L The minimum left margin is 0.20 inches (5.0 mm). Epson Stylus Photo R280
Paper
Single sheets
Size
Paper type Thickness Weight (for a 8-cm CD/DVD
4
7/07
Product Information Guide - Page 5
...print when ink is receiving a print job, replacing an ink
light flashes
cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning...Ink Supply
Note: Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of the print head. Epson Stylus Photo R280
Checking the Printer's Lights
To diagnose problems, check the printer's lights:
Lights
Explanation
Green power The printer is low.
Select SP R280 Series in the
printer...
Product Information Guide - Page 6
... turned on. (The green power light should be replaced stops under the mark.
Epson Stylus Photo R280
Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges
Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before it is expended.
5. Do not open the printer cover.
3. Press and release the ink button.
❏ If you begin. this step. ❏ If all the steps in the...
Product Information Guide - Page 7
...ink will leak.
8. Charging takes about one and a half minutes.
Epson Stylus Photo R280
7.
otherwise, print quality may decline or you may not be installed properly. Lower the new ink cartridge into place.
7/07
7 Do not remove or tear the label on , and the red ink light goes out. If ink... ink cartridge may become unusable.
9. The green power light flashes and the printer ...
Product Information Guide - Page 8
... optimal image quality, it . Epson Stylus Photo R280
Paper Loading Guidelines
You can load the following number of sheets of Epson special media:
Paper name
Epson Premium Bright White Paper
Epson Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Epson Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte...
Product Information Guide - Page 9
Epson Stylus Photo R280
Printing on CDs and DVDs
You can use the CD/DVD tray to import your own photos, add text, and modify your designs with a variety of CD or DVD.
❏ If you print.
Otherwise, dirt or scratches on the surface may cause smearing.
❏ Before using Epson...printer. Make sure the settings you choose are printing on the CD/DVD tray, immediately wipe off the ink....
Product Information Guide - Page 10
...CD/DVD
Always use the Epson Print CD program (included on -screen User's Guide.
10
7/07 Note: After you need to adjust the print position or color, see your on the tray...on -screen User's Guide for instructions. Macintosh: Click the Select Printer button, then select Stylus Photo R280 from moisture and direct sunlight. To allow the ink to create and print a design with 8-cm CDs or DVDs...
Product Information Guide - Page 11
...
You can clean the print head using the ink button on the printer or using your computer or the buttons on . (If the red ink light is in the printer.
3. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and the red ink light is not on the printer. Epson Stylus Photo R280
Cleaning the Print Head
If your printouts...
Product Information Guide - Page 12
... is flashing or on,
you don't see any dried ink to be cleaned:
6. Windows: Right-click the printer icon on page 13 for details.)
5. Select SP R280 Series in the lines. Cleaning takes several seconds. You may damage it.
Epson Stylus Photo R280
4.
If there are faint, click Clean to clean the nozzles. Macintosh OS X: Open the...
Product Information Guide - Page 13
... Alignment.
5. Click Finish to soften.
Epson Stylus Photo R280
Using the Buttons on the printer.
2. Make sure none of your printout. You see light or dark lines, you need to clean the print head again. Caution: Never turn the printer off . (If the red ink light is flashing or on the printer for more information.
This allows any...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 17
... each color in your on -screen User's Guide). Caution: You cannot print when an ink cartridge is low. Click Accept or Decline to receive ink offers and other cartridges are low on your R280 Series. Leave the expended cartridge(s) installed until you need to print when ink is expended, even if other updates from Epson.
Purchasing Epson Ink...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 22
... job, replacing an ink cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning the print head. Make sure you have a problem with your screen to insert the tray, then press the ) paper button. One of the cartridges is not inserted. You can also click Start or , select Programs or All Programs, select EPSON, and click EPSON Stylus Photo R280 Series Driver Update...
Quick Reference Guide - Page 25
... drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at epson.com/support and select your product for support, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (Epson Stylus Photo R280 Series) ■ Product serial number (located on the label in...
Start Here - Page 3
... printer cover. Le chargement prend environ 2 minutes.
Caution: Don't turn off the R280 Series while the power light is flashing or you'll waste ink. Mise en garde : N'éteignez pas l'imprimante R280 Series pendant que le témoin d'alimentation clignote, sinon vous gaspillerez de l'encre. 5 Insert the cartridges in the holder for each color.
Charging...
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