Epson P600- Manuals

6 Introduction Using the Touch Screen The touch screen makes it easy to use all the features of your product. To save energy, the screen goes dark after several minutes of inactivity. Touch the screen to wake it up. Main Menu Press the icons on the main menu to display configuration sub-menus such a...

Loading Paper 7 Loading Paper You can print on a variety of paper types in the sheet feeder, or use the manual feed tray for fine art papers (see page 9) and thick media such as poster board (see page 16). To print multiple photos, panoramics, and banners, load roll paper using the roll paper holder...

8 Loading Paper 1. Open the paper support and pull up the extensions. 2. Open the front cover, then extend the output tray. Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss 30 (4 × 6 inch or Letter)10 (Super B) Epson Premium Presentation Paper MatteEpson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided 30 (8 × 10 ...

Loading Paper 9 3. Insert paper, glossy or printable side up, short edge first, against the right side and beneath the tab. Then press the button on the edge guide and slide it against the paper (but not too tightly). Always load paper short edge first, even for landscape printing. Load letterhead o...

10 Loading Paper 1. Turn on the printer. 2. Remove any paper from the sheet feeder and close the paper support. Remove roll paper if it’s currently being used. 3. Open the rear support and extend it fully. 4. Open the front cover, then push the center of the manual feed tray to extend it. 5. Insert ...

Loading Paper 11 Note: Load paper short edge first, no matter which way your photo faces. Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions. 6. Feed the paper up to the line on the tray. Make sure the paper is flush against the right. 7. Press Load on the touch screen. The paper loads ...

12 Loading Paper 10. Push in the manual feed tray until it latches. Note: To eject paper, press Eject on the main menu and press Yes to confirm. Loading Roll Paper You can load 13-inch wide roll paper for printing large images, panoramic images, or multiple photos, with or without borders. Tip: It’s...

Loading Paper 13 4. Remove any tape and protective paper from the end of the roll. Make sure the paper is cut straight across to avoid paper feeding problems. Note: Avoid touching the surface of your paper. With canvas media that you have previously loaded, it’s a good idea to cut the edge straight ...

14 Loading Paper 7. Attach the roll paper holders as shown. Hook the holders onto the attachment points indicated with orange labels. Note: When attached properly, the roll paper should be firmly secured to the printer. 8. Feed the paper into the printer until it meets resistance. In a few seconds, ...

Loading Paper 15 Removing Roll Paper Prints and Roll Paper 1. When printing is finished, you see this screen: Select Cut to print a cut line and feed the paper. (If you select No Cut , you return to the main menu.) 2. Use scissors to cut the paper along the cut line. 3. Follow the instructions on th...

16 Loading Paper Loading Thick Media Use the manual feed tray to load 13 × 19-inch media that is 0.7 to 1.3 mm thick. Note: Be sure to leave at least 13 inches (32 cm) of space behind the printer for the media to feed through. 1. Turn on the printer. 2. Remove any roll paper or paper loaded in the s...

Loading Paper 17 4. Insert a single sheet of thick media. Insert it short edge first with the printable side face-up. Note: Never try to load media from the rear, or you could damage the printer. 5. Feed the paper up to the line on the tray. Make sure the paper is flush against the right. 6. Press P...

Printing from Start to Finish 19 Printing from Start to Finish This section describes basic printing from your Windows ® or Mac computer. For detailed instructions, see the online User’s Guide . You can also print label designs directly onto ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs. See page 29 and the online ...

20 Printing from Start to Finish 3. On the Main tab, select the Media Type setting that matches the paper you loaded (see page 27). Note: The available media types vary depending on the type of black ink currently selected as the Ink setting. To avoid changing black ink more often than necessary, se...

Printing from Start to Finish 23 Note: For roll paper, make sure the maximum width of your photo is 13 inches to fit in the width of your roll paper (set the margins to 0 in your application software). 9. If you’re printing borderless photos, select Borderless , if available. To adjust the borderles...

Printing from Start to Finish 25 6. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. Note: In certain programs, you may need to select Advanced before you can select Print Settings . For more information about print settings, click the ? button. 7. Select the Media Type setting that matches the paper you...

Printing from Start to Finish 27 Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Media Type setting in your printer software (see page 20 for Windows or page 25 for OS X). This adjusts ink coverage for your media. If you don’t see your paper type listed in the printer driver, see the tables belo...

Loading and Removing CDs and DVDs 29 Loading and Removing CDs and DVDs You can use your P600 Series and the Epson Print CD software that came with it to print label designs directly onto ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs. To prevent errors, you should burn files, music, or video onto your CD or DVD befo...

30 Loading and Removing CDs and DVDs 3. Open the front cover, then push the center of the manual feed tray to extend it. 4. Place your disc on the included CD/DVD tray with the label side up. 5. Place the CD/DVD tray on the manual feed tray.

Loading and Removing CDs and DVDs 31 6. Line up the arrows on the CD/DVD tray with the line on the manual feed tray. Make sure the CD/DVD tray is flush against the right. 7. Press CD/DVD - Load on the touch screen. The CD/DVD tray loads inside the printer. Removing Your Printed CD/DVD After your CD ...

32 Maintaining Your Printer Maintaining Your Printer Follow the steps in these sections to keep the P600 Series working at its best: ■ “Checking and Cleaning the Print Head” below ■ “Checking and Aligning the Print Head” on page 33 ■ “Checking the Ink Cartridge Status” on page 34 ■ “Replacing Ink Ca...

Maintaining Your Printer 33 Cleaning the Print Head If print quality has declined and the nozzle check indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean the print head. Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if necessary. Note: You cannot clean the print head if an ink cartridge is expended, and may ...

34 Maintaining Your Printer 3. Press the F button, select Maintenance , then select Head Alignment . 4. Press Print to print an adjustment pattern. 5. Look at line #1 and choose the pattern with the fewest vertical lines. (In the example below, you would choose “4”.) 6. Make sure #1 is displayed on ...

36 Maintaining Your Printer Replacing Ink Cartridges You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSO...

Maintaining Your Printer 37 Make sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones. 1. Open the printer cover, then open the ink cartridge cover. 2. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift the cartridge straight up to remove...

38 Maintaining Your Printer 3. Before opening the cartridge package, shake the package four or five times. Note: Cartridges may make a clicking sound when you shake them. Caution: Do not shake the cartridges after opening the packages or ink will leak. 4. Remove the cartridge from the package, but b...

40 Maintaining Your Printer Switching Black Ink Types Your printer comes with Matte Black and Photo Black ink cartridges. Although both must be installed for the printer to work, the printer can use only one type of ink at a time. The printer will switch ink automatically, depending on the type of m...

Maintaining Your Printer 41 The following media use Photo Black ink: ■ Photo Paper Glossy ■ Premium Photo Paper Glossy ■ Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy ■ Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss ■ Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster ■ Exhibition Canvas Satin ■ Exhibition Canvas Natural Satin ■ Exhibition Canva...

42 Maintaining Your Printer Cleaning the Rollers If you notice lines or streaks on your printouts, you may need to clean the rollers inside the printer by feeding several sheets of plain paper or a cleaning sheet (if applicable) through it. Note: If paper dust builds up on the rollers, they may lose...

Solving Problems 43 Solving Problems If you have a problem with your Epson product, check the messages on the LCD screen to diagnose the cause. You can also check the basic troubleshooting suggestions below or in your online User’s Guide . Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it’s a good idea...

44 Solving Problems ■ When using the manual feed tray, load only one sheet of compatible paper (see page 9). ■ Make sure the paper size settings in the printer software are correct for the paper you loaded. Paper Feeding Problems ■ If paper doesn’t feed into the sheet feeder, remove the paper and fa...

Solving Problems 45 CD/DVD Printing Problems ■ If the CD/DVD tray won’t load or jams in the printer, gently pull out the CD/DVD tray and press Restart . Reload the CD/DVD tray, making sure to insert the tray correctly in the tray guide and align the arrows (see page 31). ■ If your image is not posit...

46 Solving Problems Network Problems If you have a poor wireless connection, try moving the product to a different location. Avoid placing it next to a microwave oven, 2.4 GHz cordless phone, or large metal object such as a filing cabinet. Note: For optimal print speed, your wireless router and/or l...

Solving Problems 47 Where to Get Help Epson Technical Support Internet Support Visit your product’s support website at epson.com/support/p600 (U.S.) or epson.ca/support/p600 (Canada) for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers, printer software, and utilities, view how-to videos, acce...

48 Notices Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your P600 Series, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the P600 Series. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the P600 Series label. ■ Place the P600 Series near...

Notices 49 ■ Unplug the P600 Series and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: if the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the product; if the product has been dropped or the case damaged; if the product does not operate normally or exhibits a ...

50 Notices Wireless Network Safety ■ Do not use this product inside medical facilities or near medical equipment. Radio waves from the product may adversely affect the operation of medical equipment. ■ Keep this product at least 9 inches (22 cm) away from cardiac pacemakers. Radio waves from this pr...

Notices 53 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential ...

1 The power light 2 The home button 3 The power button 4 The back button 5 The touch screen 6 The up and down arrow buttons Parent topic: Using the Control Panel The Touch Screen 1 Status icons 2 Load Guide displays when no paper is loaded; Media Setup displays when paper is loaded 3 Opens the ink c...

Status Icons Parent topic: Using the Control Panel Status Icons Status icons may be displayed on the touch screen depending on the product's status. Icons Description Photo Black ink is selected. Matte Black ink is selected. Ink is low. Displays the status of the Ethernet connection. Wired or wirele...

Icons Description Auto Sheet Feeder setting is selected (displays in Load Guide). Fine Art Media setting is selected (displays in Load Guide). Poster Board setting is selected (displays in Load Guide). CD/DVD setting is selected (displays in Load Guide). Roll Paper setting is selected (displays in L...

Parent topic: Using the Control Panel Changing Touch Screen Language You can change the language used on the touch screen. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the setup button. You see a screen like this: 3. Select System Administration . Enter the administrator password, if necessary. ...

You see a screen like this: 3. Select System Administration . Enter the administrator password, if necessary. 4. Select Common Settings . 5. Select LCD Brightness . 6. Tap the left or right arrows to adjust the screen brightness. 7. Select OK to exit. Parent topic: Using the Control Panel Product Pa...

Product Parts - Front 1 Printer cover 2 Front cover 3 Output tray 4 Front manual feed tray 5 Control panel 6 Sheet feeder 7 Edge guide 8 Paper support and extensions 18

9 CD tray 10 Roll paper holders Parent topic: Product Parts Locations Product Parts - Inside 1 Ink cartridge cover 2 Ink pad 3 Print head Parent topic: Product Parts Locations 19

Product Parts - Back 1 AC inlet 2 Vent 3 USB port 4 LAN port 5 Roll paper feed slot 6 Rear paper support and extension Parent topic: Product Parts Locations The Power Off and Sleep Timers The product enters sleep mode or turns off automatically if it is not used for a period of time. You canadjust t...

Changing the Power Off Timer Setting from the Control PanelChanging the Sleep Timer Setting from the Control PanelChanging the Power Off Timer Setting - WindowsChanging the Power Off Timer Setting - OS X Parent topic: Product Basics Changing the Power Off Timer Setting from the Control Panel You can...

Changing the Sleep Timer Setting from the Control Panel You can use the product's control panel to change the time period before the product enters sleep mode. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the setup button. You see a screen like this: 3. Select System Administration . 4. Select C...

You see this window: 3. In the drop-down menu, select the length of time after which you want the product to automaticallyturn off when it is not in use. 4. Click Send . 5. When you see the time you selected listed as the Current Printer Setting, click OK . Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Time...

You see this window: 3. Select the length of time after which you want the product to automatically turn off when it is not inuse as the Power Off Timer setting. 4. Click Apply . 5. Close the Printer Settings window. Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphone...

Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App Use this free Apple and Android app to print to nearby Epson networked products. The Epson iPrintMobile App lets you print PDFs, Microsoft Office documents, photos, and web pages over a wirelessnetwork. 1. Set up your product on a network. See the link below. 2. Vis...

Using AirPrint AirPrint enables instant wireless printing from iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with the latest version ofiOS, and Mac with the latest version of OS X. Note: If you disabled paper configuration messages on your product control panel, you cannot use AirPrint. See the link below to enable ...

3. Locate your product's IP address on the network status sheet. 4. Enter the IP address into the address bar of a web browser. 5. Select the Google Cloud Print Services option. Note: If you don't see the Google Cloud Print Services option, turn your product off and back on. If the option still does...

Wi-Fi or Wired Networking See these sections to use your product on a Wi-Fi or wired network. Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode SetupWi-Fi Direct Mode SetupWi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)Printing a Network Status SheetChanging or Updating Network Connections Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup You can set up your p...

3 Computer with a wireless interface 4 Computer 5 Internet 6 Ethernet cable (used only for wired connection to the wireless router or access point) Selecting Wireless Network Settings from the Control Panel Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking Selecting Wireless Network Settings from the Control ...

7. Press when you finish entering your password and select Proceed . 8. Confirm the displayed network settings and select OK to save them. Note: If you need to change a setting, press the back button. 9. If you want to print a network setup report, select Print . (Otherwise, select Done .) 10. Press...

You can select one of these modes to communicate with your computer or device: Access point mode The product itself acts as the network access point for up to 4 devices. When operating in this mode,your product displays an AP connection symbol on the LCD screen. Peer-to-peer mode The product communi...

Parent topic: Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) If your network uses a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can quickly connect yourproduct to the network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Note: To check if your router is WPS-enabled, look for a button labeled WPS on y...

5. Follow the instructions on the LCD screen to complete WPS setup. 6. Press the home button to exit. Your product should now be connected to the network. Parent topic: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Printing a Network Status Sheet You can print a network status sheet to help you determine the causes o...

Changing or Updating Network Connections See these sections to change or update how your product connects to a network. Accessing the Web Config UtilityChanging a USB Connection to a Wi-Fi ConnectionChanging a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network ConnectionConnecting to a New Wi-Fi RouterDisabling Wi...

Changing a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network Connection If you have already connected your product to your computer wirelessly, you can change to a wirednetwork connection if necessary. 1. Disable your product's Wi-Fi features. 2. Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to the product's LAN p...

Disabling Wi-Fi Features You may need to disable your product's Wi-Fi features if you change your network connection type orneed to solve a problem with your network connection. Note: Before disabling Wi-Fi features, make a note of your product's SSID (network name) and password, and any network set...

Loading Media Before you print, load media for the type of printing you will do. Note: Loading media automatically displays the setup screen for media type and size. To turn this display off, press the setup button, select System Administration > Printer Settings > Paper Source Settings > P...

5. Insert paper, glossy or printable side up, short edge first, against the right edge and behind the tab. 6. Press the button on the edge guide and slide it to the edge of the paper. 7. When prompted by the product's LCD screen, select the size and type of the paper you loaded andselect OK . Always...

• Load letterhead or pre-printed paper top edge first. • Do not load paper above the arrow mark inside the edge guide. • Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions. Parent topic: Loading Media Related references Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity Related tasks Loading Fine Art Med...

8. Insert a single sheet of fine art paper into the manual feed tray. Insert it short edge first with theprintable side up. 9. Feed the paper up to the line near the end of the tray. Make sure the paper is flush against the rightside. 10. Select Load on the touch screen. The paper loads into your pr...

11. When you see a message telling you to extend the output tray, pull out and extend the tray fully. 12. When prompted by the product's touch screen, select the size and type of the paper you loaded and select OK . 13. Push in the manual feed tray until it latches. 47

Note: To eject paper, select Eject on the touch screen and select Yes to confirm. Always follow these paper loading guidelines: • Load only one sheet at a time. • Load fine art media short edge first, no matter which way your document faces. • Load the printable side faceup. • Check the paper packag...

10. When you see a message on the screen, push in the manual feed tray until it latches. 11. Fully extend the output tray. Note: To eject paper, select Eject on the touch screen and follow the displayed instructions. Do not extend the manual feed tray during printing, or you may damage your product....

Parent topic: Loading Media Related references Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity Related tasks Loading Paper in the Sheet FeederLoading Fine Art MediaSelecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control PanelSelecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings Loading Roll Paper You ...

7. Open the rear paper support but do not extend it. 8. Attach the roll paper holders as shown. Hook the holders onto the attachment points marked withorange labels. Note: Make sure the roll paper holders are firmly secured to your product. 54

9. Feed the paper into your product until it meets resistance. In a few seconds, the paper loadsautomatically. Note: When loading canvas media, leave slack in the roll as it feeds and prints for the best results. 10. When prompted by the product's touch screen, select the size and type of the paper ...

1. When printing is finished, you see this screen: 2. Select Cut to print a cut line and feed the paper. Note: If you select No Cut , you return to the main screen. 3. Use scissors to cut the paper along the cut line. 56

4. Follow the instructions on the screen to unload the roll paper. Turn the knobs on the roll paperholders backward as the paper unloads, then remove the paper and holders from your product. Note: You can also unload roll paper by selecting Cut/Eject > Eject on the touch screen. Parent topic: Loa...

• Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper • Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant White • Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper • Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured • Epson Hot Press Bright • Epson Hot Press Natural • Epson Cold Press Bright • Epson Cold Press Natural • Epson Exhibition Canvas Matte Parent topic: ...

Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count Epson Premium Luster Photo 8.3 inches (211 mm) × 32 feet S041408 1 roll Paper (260) (9.8 m) 13 inches (330 mm) × 32 feet S041409 1 roll (9.8 m) 10 inches (254 mm) × 100 feet S042077 1 roll (30.5 m) Epson Metallic Photo Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S045589 25 ...

Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count Epson Premium Photo Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041286 20 Glossy [216 × 279 mm]) A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches S041288 20 [297 × 420 mm]) 13 × 19 inches S041289 20 (330 × 483 mm) Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041667 50 [216 × 279 mm]) 11 × 17 inches S041290 20 (279 × 4...

Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count Epson Exhibition Canvas Satin 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet S045248 1 roll (6.1 m) Epson Exhibition Canvas Gloss 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet S045241 1 roll (6.1 m) Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet S045241 1 roll Matte (6.1 m) Epson ...

Borderless Paper Sizes • 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) • 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm) • 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) • Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) • 11 × 14 inches (279 × 356 mm) • A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]) • A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm]) • 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm)...

Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel You can change the default paper size and paper type for each source using the control panel on theproduct. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Select Load Guide . 3. Select the paper source you want to change. 4. Select Paper Size ...

Printing from a Computer Before printing from your computer, make sure you have set up your product and installed its softwareas described on the Start Here sheet. Note: If you have an Internet connection, it is a good idea to check for updates to your product software on Epson's support website. If...

Advanced Color Controls - WindowsPaper Source Options - WindowsUsing Layout Manager - Windows Only Parent topic: Printing with Windows Related concepts Switch Black Ink Type Related references Double-sided Printing Options - WindowsBlack Ink Type Media List Related tasks Printing Your Document or Ph...

ICM Automatically adjusts colors based on the printer’s ICC profile and the selected Media Type setting, using the Image Color Matching system. Click the Advanced button to choose the input profile and other settings. Note: In most cases, you get better results by applying color management in your a...

Roll Paper Selects roll paper loaded in the roll paper holder for photos or panoramics up to 27 inches (68.6 cm)long. Click Print page frame to print a cutting guideline around each photo. Roll Paper (Banner) Selects roll paper loaded in the roll paper holder for photos or banners over 27 inches (68...

Using Layout Manager - Windows Only Layout Manager lets you create a poster or display by dragging multiple pieces of print data created indifferent applications onto one sheet of paper for printing. 81

You can also place the same print data multiple times as shown here. 82

Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows You can select a variety of sizing and layout options for your document or photo on the Page Layout tab. • To change the orientation of your printed document or photo, select the Portrait or Landscape checkbox. • To rotate or flip the printed image, select th...

N-up Prints 2 ( 2-up ) or 4 ( 4-up ) pages on one sheet of paper. Poster Prints one image on multiple sheets of paper to create a large poster with or without borders. Click the Settings button to select the layout and guideline options. Parent topic: Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows Double-...

You see a window like this: 4. Select any of the following options, as necessary: • Nozzle Check to print a nozzle check pattern to check whether the print head nozzles are clogged. • Head Cleaning to clean the print head if you notice banding or gaps in your printouts. • Print Head Alignment to ali...

You see your application's Print window, such as this one: 2. Click OK or Print to start printing. Checking Print Status - Windows Parent topic: Printing with Windows 92

Checking Print Status - Windows During printing, you see this window showing the progress of your print job. It allows you to controlprinting and check ink cartridge status. • To cancel printing, click Cancel . • To see print jobs waiting to print, click Print Queue . Parent topic: Printing Your Doc...

You see this window: 3. Select the item you want to edit. 4. Order or group items in the List box. • To move and reorder items, drag and drop them in the list. • To add a new group (folder), click Add Group . • To delete a group (folder), select the group and click Delete Group . 97

• To hide a group, drag and drop it to Not Display . Note: If you delete a group, the group folder is deleted but the items within the folder remain. 5. Click Save . Parent topic: Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows When you change your pr...

Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens You can change the language used on the Windows printer software screens. 1. Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar. 2. Select Printer Settings . You see the printer settings window. 3. Click the Utilit...

4. Select the language you want to use as the Language setting. 5. Click OK to close the printer software window. The printer software screens appear in the language you selected the next time you access them. Parent topic: Printing with Windows Changing Automatic Update Options Your printer softwar...

Related tasks Checking for Software Updates Printing with OS X You can print with your product using any OS X printing program, as described in these sections. Note: If you have an Internet connection, it is a good idea to check for updates to your product software on Epson's support website. Select...

3. Select your product as the Printer setting. 4. If necessary, click the arrow next to the Printer setting or the Show Details button to expand the print window. 103

You see the expanded printer settings window for your product: Note: The print window may look different, depending on the version of OS X and the application you are using. 5. Select the Copies and Pages settings as necessary. Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for th...

Note: In certain programs, you may need to select Advanced before you can select Printer Settings . For more information about printer settings, click the ? button. You see these settings: 10. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media Type setting. Note: The setting may not exactly match the ...

Advanced Color Settings - OS X When you click the Advanced Color Settings tab, you see one of the screens below depending on the Print Mode you selected. • AccuPhoto HD You can specify values for adjusting brightness, contrast, saturation, and individual Cyan, Magenta,and Yellow color tones. • Advan...

Mirror Image Flips the printed image left to right. Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - OS X Selecting Roll Paper Settings - OS X To print on roll paper, you select the roll paper size and roll paper options from the Printer Settingsmenu. 1. Select Manage Custom Sizes as the Paper Size se...

You see this window: Note: Some settings may not be available, depending on the Roll Paper option you selected for your Paper Size. 9. Select the following settings as necessary: • Click Print page frame to print a cutting guideline around images. • Adjust the amount of image expansion when printing...

Selecting Paper Configuration Settings - OS X If you are using non-Epson media and need to fine-tune its print quality, select Advanced Media Control from the pop-up menu. Select the available options as necessary. Advanced Media Control Options - OS X Parent topic: Printing with OS X Advanced Media...

Platen Gap Adjusts the distance from the paper to the print head. (Use a wider setting if you are seeing edgemarks or scuffs on your prints.) Parent topic: Selecting Paper Configuration Settings - OS X Selecting Print Layout Options - OS X You can select a variety of layout options by selecting Layo...

Sizing Printed Images - OS X You can adjust the size of the image as you print it by selecting Paper Handling from the pop-up menu on the Print window. • To collate multiple copies into sets of documents, select the Collate pages checkbox. • To print only selected pages in a multi-page document, sel...

You see a screen like this: 4. Select any of the available printing options. 5. Click OK . Printing Preferences - OS X Parent topic: Printing with OS X Printing Preferences - OS X You can select from these settings on the Options tab. Warning Notifications Lets you choose whether or not to receive w...

Printing Your Document or Photo - OS X Once you have selected your print settings, you are ready to print. Click Print at the bottom of the print window. Checking Print Status - OS X Parent topic: Printing with OS X Checking Print Status - OS X During printing, you can view the progress of your prin...

Printing on CDs/DVDs Follow the instructions here to print a design onto ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs to create a custom label. Loading a CD/DVDRemoving a Printed CD/DVDPrinting on CDs/DVDs from a Computer Loading a CD/DVD You can use your printer and the Epson Print CD software that came with it t...

7. Line up the arrows on the CD/DVD tray with the line on the manual feed tray. Make sure theCD/DVD tray is flush against the right. 8. Press CD/DVD - Load on the touch screen. The CD/DVD tray loads inside the printer. Parent topic: Printing on CDs/DVDs Removing a Printed CD/DVD After your CD or DVD...

Parent topic: Printing on CDs/DVDs Printing on CDs/DVDs from a Computer Before printing directly on CDs or DVDs from your computer, make sure you have set up your product asdescribed on the Start Here sheet, and installed the Epson Print CD software. Starting Epson Print CD - WindowsPrinting Your CD...

Note: If you need to adjust the print position or print quality, see the Epson Print CD Help utility for instructions. Parent topic: Printing on CDs/DVDs from a Computer Starting Epson Print CD - OS X You can use Epson Print CD to design your disc by importing photos, adding text, and creating speci...

Replacing Ink Cartridges When an ink cartridge is expended, you need to replace it. You may also need to replace a cartridge that is more than six months old, or if your printouts do not looktheir best, even after cleaning and aligning the print head. Note: Please dispose of your used Epson branded ...

Related tasks Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Checking Cartridge Status with Windows A low ink reminder appears if you try to print when ink is low, and you can check your cartridge status atany time using a utility on your Windows computer. 1. To check your cartridge status, access the Windo...

You see this window: 4. Deselect the See Low Ink Reminder alerts checkbox at the bottom of the screen. 5. To disable promotional offers, deselect the Display Epson Offers checkbox. Parent topic: Check Cartridge Status Related tasks Removing and Installing Ink CartridgesChecking Cartridge Status on t...

Checking Cartridge Status with OS X You can check your cartridge status using a utility on your Mac. 1. In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences . Select Print & Fax , Print & Scan , or Printers & Scanners , select your product, and select Options & Supplies . Select ...

• Replace or reinstall any ink cartridge indicated on the screen. Note: If any of the cartridges installed in the product is broken, incompatible with the product model, or improperly installed, Epson Status Monitor will not display an accurate cartridge status. Parent topic: Check Cartridge Status ...

3. Press the latch and open the ink cartridge cover as shown. 4. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift the cartridge straight up to remove it. Note: Dispose of used cartridges carefully. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it. Warning: If ink gets on your skin, wash it thorough...

5. Gently shake the new cartridge four or five times as shown. Then remove the cartridge from thepackage and remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the cartridge. Caution: Cartridges may make a clicking sound when you shake them. Do not remove any labels or seals, or ink will leak. Do not touch t...

Switch Black Ink Type Your product comes with Matte Black and Photo Black ink cartridges. Although both cartridges must beinstalled for your product to work, it can print using only one type of black ink at a time. Your product switches the black ink type automatically, depending on the type of medi...

• Epson Cold Press Bright • Epson Cold Press Natural Photo Black Ink Media Types • Epson Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss • Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster • Epson Exhibition Canvas Gloss • Ep...

Adjusting Print Quality If your print quality declines, you may need to run a utility to clean or align the print head. If running these utilities does not solve the problem, you may need to replace the ink cartridges. Print Head MaintenancePrint Head AlignmentCleaning the Paper Guide Print Head Mai...

You see a window like this: 4. Click Print . 5. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning 141

6. If there are no gaps, click Finish . If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, clean the print head. If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 4 times, wait at least 6 hours. Thentry cleaning the print head again. If quality still does not improve, one of the ink cartr...

6. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning • If there are no gaps, click Finish . • If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, click Clean to clean the print head again. If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print h...

Aligning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel You can align the print head using the control panel on your product. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the setup button. You see this screen: 3. Select Maintenance . 4. Press the down arrow and select Head Alignment . 5. Load a ...

Aligning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility You can align the print head using a utility on your Windows computer or Mac. 1. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the sheet feeder. 2. Do one of the following: • Windows: Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon in the Windows ta...

Cleaning the Paper Guide If you see ink on the back of a printout, you can clean the paper guide rollers to remove any excess ink. 1. Load several sheets of plain paper (or a cleaning sheet) in the sheet feeder. 2. Press the home button, if necessary. 3. Press the setup button. You see this screen: ...

Cleaning and Transporting Your Product See these sections if you need to clean or transport your product. Cleaning Your ProductTransporting Your Product Cleaning Your Product To keep your product working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Caution: Do not use a hard brush, benzene...

9. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the case with tape. Leave the ink cartridges installed to avoiddamaging the product. Note: Some tape may be difficult to remove if left in place for a long time. Remove the tape immediately after transporting the product. 10. Close the printer cover. 11. Open th...

12. Attach the transportation lock that comes with your product to the lower right of the front manual feed tray and secure it with tape. 154

14. Attach the transportation lock shown here to the bottom of the front manual feed tray and secure it with tape. 15. Close the front cover and secure it with tape. 156

Solving Problems Check these sections for solutions to problems you may have using your product. Checking for Software UpdatesProduct Status MessagesRunning a Product CheckResetting Control Panel DefaultsSolving Setup ProblemsSolving Network ProblemsSolving Paper ProblemsSolving Problems Printing fr...

Product Status Messages You can often diagnose problems with your product by checking the messages on its LCD screen. Note: If the LCD screen is dark, press the screen to wake the product from sleep mode. LCD screen message Condition/solution Close the printer cover. See your Paper may be jammed in ...

Related references Paper Jam Problems in the Sheet FeederPaper Jam Problems in the Front Manual Feed TrayPaper Jam Problems - Thick MediaPaper Jam Problems - Roll PaperCD/DVD Jam ProblemsWhere to Get Help Related tasks Checking for Software Updates Related topics Replacing Ink CartridgesWi-Fi or Wir...

5. Select Maintenance . 6. Select Print Head Nozzle Check . 7. Select Print . The nozzle pattern prints. 8. Do one of the following, depending on the results of the product check: • If the page prints and the nozzle check pattern is complete, the product is operating properly. Any operation problem ...

You see this screen: 3. Select System Administration . 4. Press the down arrow button and select Restore Default Settings . 5. Select one of these options: • Network Settings : Resets all network settings. • All except Network Settings : Resets all except network settings. • All Settings : Resets al...

Noise After Ink Installation If you hear noises from your product after installing ink, check the following: • The first time you install ink cartridges, the product must charge its print head. Wait until charging finishes before you turn off the product, or it may charge improperly and use excess i...

Solving Network Problems Check these solutions if you have problems setting up or using your product on a network. Note: Breakdown or repair of this product may cause loss of network data and settings. Epson is not responsible for backing up or recovering data and settings during or after the warran...

• If your router or access point has security enabled, determine the kind of security it is using and any required password or passphrase for connection. Then make sure to enter the exact WEP key or WPApassphrase correctly. • Check if your computer is restricting the available wireless channels. If ...

Note: If you are reading these instructions online, you will lose your Internet connection when you initialize your router, so note the next step before initializing it. 4. Download your product software from the Epson website using the instructions on the Start Here sheet. • If you have replaced yo...

Cannot Print Over a Network If you cannot print over a network, try these solutions: • Make sure that your product is turned on. • Make sure you install your product's network software as described in your product documentation. • Print a network status sheet and verify that the network settings are...

• If you are connecting the product via EpsonNet Setup and the Wi-Fi icon does not appear on the LCD, make sure your product software was installed correctly. If necessary, reinstall your software. Parent topic: Solving Network Problems Related concepts Uninstall Your Product Software Related tasks ...

Paper Jam Problems in the Sheet Feeder If paper has jammed in the sheet feeder, try this solution: 1. Carefully remove any paper jammed in the sheet feeder or the front output area. 2. Open the printer cover and slowly pull any jammed paper out of the product. 3. Close the printer cover and select R...

Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems Related references Paper Jam Problems in the Front Manual Feed TrayPaper Jam Problems - Thick MediaPaper Jam Problems - Roll Paper Paper Jam Problems in the Front Manual Feed Tray If paper has jammed in the front manual feed tray, try these solutions: 1. Cancel t...

3. Open the printer cover and slowly pull any jammed paper out of the product. 4. Close the printer cover and select Restart . 5. If an error is still displayed, turn off the product, then turn it back on. 6. If you are unable to remove the paper, contact Epson for support. Parent topic: Solving Pap...

Paper Jam Problems - Roll Paper If roll paper has jammed inside the product, try these solutions: 1. Cancel the print job from your computer, if necessary. 2. Cut the paper close to the roll paper feeder and the output tray as shown. 3. Carefully remove the jammed paper from the front or back as sho...

4. Open the printer cover and slowly pull any jammed paper out of the product. 5. Close the printer cover and select Restart . 6. If an error is still displayed, turn off the product, then turn it back on. 7. If you are unable to remove the paper, contact Epson for support. Parent topic: Solving Pap...

Related references Paper Jam Problems in the Sheet FeederPaper Jam Problems in the Front Manual Feed TrayPaper Jam Problems - Thick MediaPaper Jam Problems - Roll Paper Related tasks Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control PanelSelecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notic...

• In Windows, make sure the printer port setting matches the printer connection port. • In Windows, clear any stalled print jobs from the Windows Spooler: • Windows 8.x : Navigate to the Apps screen and select Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers . Right-click your product...

2. Complete the ink cartridge installation steps. Parent topic: Solving Problems Printing from a Computer Printing is Slow If printing becomes slow, try these solutions: • Make sure your system meets the requirements for your operating system. If you are printing a high- resolution image, you may ne...

OS X System Requirements Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Additional Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - OS X Solving Page Layout and Content Problems Check these sections if you have problems with the layout or content of your printed pages. Note: When ...

Selecting Additional Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - OS X Too Many Copies Print Make sure that the Copies setting in your printing program or printer software is not set for multiple copies. Parent topic: Solving Page Layout and Content Problems Related tasks Selecting Print Layou...

Incorrect Margins on Printout If your printed page has incorrect margins, try these solutions: • Make sure you selected the correct paper size settings in your printing program and printer software. • Make sure you selected the correct margins for your paper size in your printing program. • Make sur...

• In Windows, delete all jobs from the Windows Spooler. Click Print Queue on the Utility tab in the printer settings window, and cancel any stalled print jobs. • If your product is connected to a USB hub, connect it directly to your computer instead. • If incorrect characters still appear in your pr...

Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - OS X Related topics Loading Media Solving Print Quality Problems Check these sections if your printouts have problems with print quality, but your image looks fine on yourcomputer screen. Note: When printing using...

Print Head CleaningPrint Head Alignment Related references Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel Related tasks Selecting Print Layout Options - WindowsSelecting Additional Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - OS X Related topics Loading MediaReplacing Ink Cartridges Blurry or Sm...

Note: Your product will not operate properly while tilted at an angle. Place it on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base of the product in all directions. Parent topic: Solving Print Quality Problems Related concepts Print Head CleaningPrint Head Alignment Related references Available ...

Related concepts Print Head Nozzle CheckPrint Head CleaningPrint Head Alignment Related references Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - OS XCleaning the Paper Guide Related topics Loading MediaReplacing In...

Parent topic: Solving Print Quality Problems Related concepts Print Head Nozzle CheckPrint Head CleaningPrint Head Alignment Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - OS XSelecting Print Layout Options - WindowsSelecting Additional Settings - Windows Rela...

Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - OS XSelecting Print Layout Options - WindowsSelecting Additional Settings - WindowsManaging Color - OS X Solving CD/DVD Problems Check these sections if you have problems printing on a CD/DVD with your product. CD...

Parent topic: Solving CD/DVD Problems Image Not Centered on CD/DVD If your printed image is not centered on the disc, adjust the print position using the Epson Print CDsoftware. See the Epson Print CD help utility for details. Parent topic: Solving CD/DVD Problems Image Does Not Cover Printable Area...

Uninstalling Printing Software - Windows You can uninstall and then re-install your printer software to solve certain problems. 1. Turn off the product. 2. Disconnect any interface cables. 3. Do one of the following: • Windows 8.x : Navigate to the Apps screen and select Control Panel > Programs ...

2. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the Uninstaller utility. 3. Quit all applications currently running on your Mac. 4. Double-click the Uninstaller icon. 5. Select the checkbox for each software program you want to uninstall. 6. Click Uninstall . 7. Follow the on-screen instructions...

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Technical Specifications These sections list the technical specifications for your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to this site for information on how to return your products for proper disposal. Windows System RequirementsOS X System RequirementsP...

• OS X 10.9.x • OS X 10.8.x • OS X 10.7.x Note: Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for the latest in compatibility and drivers for your product. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Paper Specifications Note: Since the quality of any particular b...

Cut sheets - thick paper Size A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]) A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm]) 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) 11 × 17 inches (279 × 432 mm) Capacity 1 sheet Thickness Fine art media: 0.012 inch (0.3 mm) to 0.023 inch (0.7 mm) Poster ...

Cut sheets - normal printing 1 Top and side margins: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum 2 Top/reduced print quality area: 1.30 inches (33 mm) minimum 3 Bottom/reduced print quality area: 1.42 inches (36 mm) minimum Note: Poster board margins are 0.79 inch (20 mm) for sizes smaller than 13 × 19 inches (330 × 4...

Cut sheets - borderless printing 1 Side/reduced print quality area: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum 2 Top/reduced print quality area: 1.42 inches (36 mm) minimum 3 Bottom/reduced print quality area: 1.54 inches (39 mm) minimum Note: You cannot print borderless on poster board. 197

Roll paper - normal printing 1 Side margins: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum 2 Top margin: 1.97 inches (50 mm) minimum 3 Bottom margin: 0.55 inch (14 mm) minimum 198

Roll paper - borderless printing 1 Top margin: 1.97 inches (50 mm) minimum 2 Bottom margin: 0.55 inch (14 mm) minimum Note: For continuous printing on roll paper, there is no margin between printed images (normal and borderless printing). 199

CD/DVD 1 Minimum inner margin: 0.83 inch (21 mm) 2 Maximum outer margin: 4.72 inch (120 mm) Parent topic: Technical Specifications Ink Cartridge Specifications Note: We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and...

Cartridge life Opened package: 6 months Unopened package: do not use if the date on the package hasexpired Temperature Storage: –4 to 104 °F (–20 to 40 °C) Within a month at 104 °F (40 °C) Ink freezes at 5 °F (–15 °C); if left for a long time Ink thaws and is usable after 3 hours at 77 °F (25 °C) wi...

Input voltage range 100 to 120 V model: 90 to 132 V 220 to 240 V model: 198 to 264 V Rated frequency range 50/60 Hz Input frequency range 49.5/60.5 Hz Rated current 100 to 120 V model: 0.6 A 220 to 240 V model: 0.3 A Power consumption Printing: Approximately 20 W (ISO/IEC24712) (100 to 120 V model) ...

Parent topic: Technical Specifications Interface Specifications One High-Speed USB port for connection to computer Parent topic: Technical Specifications Network Interface Specifications Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Security WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES); complies with WPA2 WEP (64/128 bit) Frequency band ...

Notices Check these sections for important notices about your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to this site for information on how to return your products for proper disposal. Important Safety InstructionsFCC Compliance StatementTrademarksCopyright ...

Parent topic: Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink. • Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges; there may be ink remaining around the ink supply port. If ink gets on your skin, wash it off wi...

immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctorimmediately. • Do not press too hard on the LCD screen. • Do not use a pointy or sharp object, such as a pen or your fingernail, to operate the LCD screen. Parent topic: Important Safety Instructio...

not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved bythe manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. For Canadian Users CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) Parent topic: Notices Trademarks EPSON ® , Epson UltraChrome ® , Signature Worthy ® ...

Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or thirdparties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of:accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alte...