Epson 460- Manuals

Page 2 - Where to Find Information; Setup Guide

R4C260all.bk Rev_C A5 size FRONT.FM 12/15/99 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Where to Find Information Setup Guide ❏ This guide will help you set up and begin using your printer. It includes information on setting up your printer and installing the printer ...

Page 4 - ii; Declaration of Conformity; SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

ii R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size FRONT.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi,Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan Repres...

Page 5 - iii; Contents

iii R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SHORT.TOC 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Contents Safety I ns tructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1A Few P...

Page 6 - iv

iv R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SHORT.TOC 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Troubles hooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Typic...

Page 7 - Safety Instructions; Important Safety Instructions; Take care not to spill liquid on the printer.

1 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SAFE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the pr...

Page 8 - If you use the printer in Germany, observe the following:; A Few Precautions; When using the printer; Always turn the printer off using the

2 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SAFE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ ❏ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer; the pr...

Page 9 - When handling the ink cartridges; Do not shake an ink cartridge this can cause leakage.; When choosing a place for the printer; Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

3 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SAFE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ When handling the ink cartridges ❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to drink from or otherwise handle the cartridges. ❏ If ink gets on you...

Page 10 - NERGY; Use of options

4 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SAFE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ ❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged. Note for French-speaking users:Placez l’imprimante près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche peut ê...

Page 11 - Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.

5 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SAFE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Important:The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green and yellow — EarthBlue — NeutralBrown — Live If you have...

Page 12 - Printer Parts and Functions; Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions

6 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size PARTS.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Printer Parts and Functions Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions sheet feeder edge guides output tray extension output tray printer cover paper support ink cartridge clamp...

Page 13 - Buttons

7 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size PARTS.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Buttons Lights Button Function P Power Turns the printer on and off. Clears the printer's memory if pressed twice while the power is on. E Load/Eject Loads or ejects paper if p...

Page 14 - Loading Special Paper; Loading Special Paper and Other Media

8 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size PAPER.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Loading Special Paper Loading Special Paper and Other Media You can print on a wide variety of special media, including ink jet paper, photo quality glossy film, photo paper, t...

Page 16 - About special media cleaning sheets; Loading Envelopes; When printing on envelopes, please note the following:

10 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size PAPER.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ * Take care not to print on support sheets loaded under special media. About special media cleaning sheets Cleaning sheets packaged with EPSON special media should not be used...

Page 17 - Select

11 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size PAPER.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ ❏ Load envelopes flap edge first with the flap side down, as shown in the illustration. ❏ Do not use envelopes that are curled or folded. Make sure to flatten the envelope fla...

Page 18 - Printing with Windows; Printer Software Introduction; Getting more information

12 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Printing with Windows Printer Software Introduction The printer software includes a printer driver and printer utilities. The printer driver lets you choose from a wide variet...

Page 19 - From Windows applications; Making Changes to Printer Driver Settings

13 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ From Windows applications Open the File menu and choose Print or Print Setup . Then click Printer , Setup , Options , or Properties . (Depending on your application, you may n...

Page 20 - Making the Media Type setting

14 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ In addition to making groups of settings that affect overall print quality, you can also modify individual aspects of the print style and layout using the Paper and Layout men...

Page 21 - Plain Paper

15 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Plain Paper 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Plain paper Envelopes EPSON Premium Ink Jet Plain Paper (A4) S041214 EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (A4) S041059S041...

Page 22 - Matte Paper-Heavyweight

16 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Matte Paper-Heavyweight Photo Paper Photo Quality Glossy Film Ink Jet Transparencies Note:The availability of special media varies by location. EPSON Matte Paper-Heavyweight (...

Page 23 - Using the Automatic mode; to print in

17 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Using the Automatic mode When Automatic is selected on the Main menu, the printer driver takes care of all detailed settings based on the current Media Type and Ink settings. ...

Page 24 - Using the Photo Enhance mode; Digital Camera Correction; Using the Custom mode

18 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Using the Photo Enhance mode The Photo Enhance option provides a variety of image-correction settings that you can apply to your photo images before printing. Photo Enhance do...

Page 26 - Previewing your printout; To see a preview of your document before printing it, select the

20 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Previewing your printout To see a preview of your document before printing it, select the Print Preview check box on the Main menu. When you select the Print option in your ap...

Page 27 - Getting Information Through Online Help; Accessing help from your application

21 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ After you have previewed the document, click Print to print the document, or click Cancel to cancel printing. Getting Information Through Online Help Your printer software has...

Page 28 - Printing with Macintosh; Print

22 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTM.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Printing with Macintosh Printer Software Introduction The printer software includes a printer driver and printer utilities. The printer driver lets you choose from a wide vari...

Page 29 - Preview

23 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTM.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ ❏ Preview dialog box (click the Preview icon button and then click Preview in the Print dialog box) The Mode options in the Print dialog box are arranged to give you four leve...

Page 32 - Using the Automatic settings; When Automatic; check box to give your

26 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTM.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Using the Automatic settings When Automatic is selected as the Mode option in the Print dialog box, the printer driver takes care of all detailed settings based on the current...

Page 36 - Saving print data in files; Preview icon button to switch between the

30 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size SOFTM.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ 4. If you are satisfied with the previewed image, click Print . If you are not satisfied with the appearance of the image, click Cancel . The Preview and Print dialog boxes cl...

Page 37 - Replacing Ink Cartridges; black and; f B; f A

31 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size INK.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Replacing Ink Cartridges The printer’s indicator lights will inform you when it is time to obtain a replacement ink cartridge and when it is time to replace an empty cartridge. ...

Page 38 - Replace Ink Cartridge

32 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size INK.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ c Caution: ❏ EPSON recommends the use of genuine EPSON ink cartridges. Other products not manufactured by EPSON may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSON's warrantie...

Page 39 - cleaning button for three seconds. The

33 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size INK.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ 3. Hold down the R cleaning button for three seconds. The print head moves left to the ink cartridge replacement position, and the P power light begins flashing. c Caution:Do no...

Page 40 - Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of it properly.

34 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size INK.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ c Caution:Once you open the ink cartridge clamp, the ink cartridge becomes unusable and cannot be reinstalled, even if ink remains. 5. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and ...

Page 41 - Place the ink cartridge gently into the cartridge holder with

35 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size INK.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ c Caution: ❏ You must remove the yellow tape seal from the cartridge before installing it. The cartridge will be permanently damaged if installed with the yellow tape attached. ...

Page 42 - cleaning button. The printer moves the print

36 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size INK.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ c Caution:Once you install the ink cartridges, do not open their clamps again until you replace the cartridges. Otherwise, the cartridges may become unusable. 9. Press the R cle...

Page 43 - Maintenance; Checking the Print Head Nozzles; Using the Nozzle Check utility; For Windows users

37 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size MAINT.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Maintenance Checking the Print Head Nozzles If you find that the printed image is unexpectedly faint or dots in the printed image are missing, you may be able to identify the ...

Page 44 - Using the control panel buttons; Make sure that A4 or Letter size paper is loaded in the sheet

38 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size MAINT.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Using the control panel buttons 1. Make sure that A4 or Letter size paper is loaded in the sheet feeder. 2. Hold down the E load/eject button ( ➀ in the illustration below) an...

Page 45 - Cleaning the Print Head; Using the Head Cleaning utility

39 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size MAINT.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Cleaning the Print Head If you find that the printed image is unexpectedly faint or dots in the printed image are missing, you may be able to solve these problems by cleaning ...

Page 46 - For Macintosh users; black or

40 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size MAINT.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ 3. Follow the messages on your screen. For Macintosh users 1. Make sure that the printer is on, and the B black and A color ink out lights are off. 2. Click the Utility icon b...

Page 47 - The printer starts cleaning the print head and the

41 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size MAINT.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ The printer starts cleaning the print head and the P power light begins flashing. Print head cleaning takes about one minute to complete. c Caution:Never turn off the printer ...

Page 48 - Aligning the Print Head

42 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size MAINT.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Aligning the Print Head If you notice a misalignment of vertical lines, you may be able to solve this problem from your computer using the Print Head Alignment utility in your...

Page 49 - Troubleshooting; Error Indicators

43 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Troubleshooting Error Indicators You can identify many common printer problems with the lights on your printer’s control panel. If your printer stops working and the lights ar...

Page 51 - Typical Problems and Solutions; Print quality problems; Horizontal banding; Run the Print Head Alignment utility.

45 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Typical Problems and Solutions Most printer problems have simple solutions. Find the problem in the list below and apply the recommended solution. For more information, see “ ...

Page 52 - Color gaps; Blurry or smeared printout; Paper feed or paper jam problems

46 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Color gaps ❏ Make sure your paper is not damaged, dirty, or too old. ❏ Run the Head Cleaning utility to clear any clogged ink nozzles. ❏ Check the B black and A color ink out ...

Page 53 - Cancelling Printing; For Windows; Click the

47 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Cancelling Printing If the printouts are not what you expected and display incorrect or garbled characters or images, you may need to cancel printing. To cancel printing, foll...

Page 54 - For Macintosh; When background printing is on; EPSON Monitor3; When background printing is off

48 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ For Macintosh When background printing is on 1. Press the P power button to turn off the printer. 2. Select EPSON Monitor3 from the application menu. 3. Click on the document ...

Page 55 - Where to Get Help; Printer model; For United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland Users; Support Via the World Wide Web

49 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Where to Get Help If your printer is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information in your printer documentation, contact custo...

Page 56 - Support Via Telephone; For Australian Users

50 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ ❏ For a full list of EPSON Customer and Warranty Support services: http://www.epson.co.uk/support/ Support Via Telephone Our Customer and Warranty Support teams can be contact...

Page 57 - EPSON FAXBACK

51 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ EPSON FAXBACK EPSON FAXBACK will fax you the latest specifications and pricing for most EPSON products offered in Australia. There is also technical information including deta...

Page 58 - For Singapore Users; Internet home page

52 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ The Helpdesk numbers are: We encourage you to have all the relevant information on hand when you ring. The more information you prepare, the faster we can help solve the probl...

Page 59 - Electronic bulletin board system; For Philippines Users

53 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size TRBLE.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Electronic bulletin board system An electronic bulletin board system (BBS) is also available to obtain printer information and the latest versions of printer drivers. You can ...

Page 60 - Options and Consumable Products; Options; Interface cables; Parallel Interface Cable (shielded) C83602; Consumable products

54 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size OPTN.FM 12/15/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Options and Consumable Products Options The following interface cables and interface cards are available for your printer. Interface cables EPSON supplies the following interfa...

Page 61 - Ink cartridges; You can use the following cartridges with your printer.; EPSON special media

55 R4C260short.bk Rev_C A5 size OPTN.FM 12/15/99 Pass 3 R Proof Sign-off:M.Hida, CRE Tsukada_______N. Nomoto ______________ Ink cartridges You can use the following cartridges with your printer. Note:The product numbers of ink cartridges vary by location. EPSON special media EPSON offers specificall...