Page 3 - Safety Instructions; Important Safety Instructions; Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet.
1 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SAFETY.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 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 th...
Page 4 - A Few Precautions; When using the printer; Always turn the printer off using the
2 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SAFETY.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ ❏ 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; th...
Page 5 - 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 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SAFETY.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ When handling the ink cartridges ❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to drink or otherwise handle the cartridges. ❏ If ink gets on the ...
Page 6 - Warnings
4 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SAFETY.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Note for French-speaking users:Placez l’imprimante près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être débranchée facilement. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes w Warnings must be...
Page 7 - Setting Up Your Printer; System Requirements; For PCs; To use your printer, you need Microsoft
Setting Up Your Printer 5 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Setting Up Your Printer System Requirements For PCs To use your printer, you need Microsoft ® Windows ® 95, Windows ® 98, or Windows ® NT 4.0; and a s...
Page 8 - For Macintosh computers; To use this printer, your Apple; Environment; from the Apple menu and
6 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ For Macintosh computers To use this printer, your Apple ® Macintosh ® must meet the following system requirements. You also need a standard Apple Syst...
Page 10 - Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions
8 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions sheet feeder edge guides output tray extension output tray printer cover paper support ink cartridge clamps ...
Page 11 - Buttons
Setting Up Your Printer 9 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Buttons Lights o = on, f = flashing Button Function P Power Turns the printer on and off. Clears the printer's memory if pressed twice while the power...
Page 12 - Attaching the Paper Support
10 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Attaching the Paper Support Insert the paper support into the slots at the rear of the printer. Plugging in the Printer 1. Make sure that the printer...
Page 13 - Installing the Ink Cartridges; Before installing the ink cartridges, note the following.
Setting Up Your Printer 11 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Installing the Ink Cartridges Before installing the ink cartridges, note the following. w Warning: The ink cartridges are self-contained units. Under...
Page 14 - Turn on the printer; power light flashes and the
12 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 2. Turn on the printer . The print head moves slightly to the left, which is the ink cartridge install position. The P power light flashes and the B ...
Page 15 - Open the ink cartridge packages that came with your printer.
Setting Up Your Printer 13 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 4. Open the ink cartridge packages that came with your printer. Next, remove only the yellow tape seals from each cartridge. c Caution: ❏ Remove the ...
Page 16 - Press the ink cartridge clamps down until they lock in place.
14 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 6. Press the ink cartridge clamps down until they lock in place. c Caution:Once you install the ink cartridges, do not open their clamps again until ...
Page 17 - Connecting the Printer to Your PC; Connecting to a parallel interface; Follow these steps to connect your printer.
Setting Up Your Printer 15 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 8. Close the printer cover. Now you are ready to connect the printer to your computer. To connect the printer to your PC, see the next section. To co...
Page 18 - Plug the cable connector securely into the printer's interface; Installing the Printer Software in Your PC; Your printer software includes:
16 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 2. Plug the cable connector securely into the printer's interface connector. Then squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on both si...
Page 19 - Driver disk creation utility
Setting Up Your Printer 17 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ ❏ UtilitiesThe Nozzle Check, Head Cleaning, and Print Head Alignment utilities help you keep your printer in top operating condition. ❏ EPSON Status ...
Page 20 - Cancel; Installing in Windows 98 with USB interface; Connecting the Printer to Your Macintosh; Follow these steps to connect the printer:
18 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Note: ❏ If the New Hardware Found screen or any other Wizard appears when you turn on your computer, click Cancel and follow the steps above. ❏ Insta...
Page 21 - Connect one end of the interface cable to the serial connector
Setting Up Your Printer 19 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 2. Connect one end of the interface cable to the serial connector on the back of the printer. 3. Connect the other end of the interface cable to eith...
Page 22 - Installing the Printer Software in Your Macintosh; Head Cleaning; Cleans the print head to maintain the best print quality.
20 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Installing the Printer Software in Your Macintosh After connecting the printer to your Macintosh, you are ready to install the printer software inclu...
Page 23 - Follow these steps to install your printer software:
Setting Up Your Printer 21 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ If you are using the floppy disk version, make a backup copy of the EPSON Macintosh printer software disk before you begin installation. c Caution:Tu...
Page 24 - If you want to install all of the printer software included on; Selecting Your Printer in the Chooser; Compatible
22 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 5. If you want to install all of the printer software included on your printer software CD-ROM, make sure the Install Location box shows the correct ...
Page 25 - Chooser
Setting Up Your Printer 23 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 2. Choose Chooser from the Apple menu. Then click your printer's icon and the port your printer is connected to. Note: ❏ If you are using an iMac com...
Page 26 - Loading Paper; Lower the output tray and slide out the extension. Next, slide
24 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Loading Paper Follow these steps to load A4 or letter size plain paper in the printer. You can also print on ink jet paper, photo-quality glossy film...
Page 27 - Load the stack of paper with the printable side up and the; Printing Your First Page for Windows; Follow these steps to print the README file:
Setting Up Your Printer 25 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 3. Load the stack of paper with the printable side up and the right edge of the paper resting against the right side of the sheet feeder. Then slide ...
Page 29 - Printing Your First Page for Macintosh
Setting Up Your Printer 27 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ When Automatic is selected, the printer software optimizes other settings according to the Media Type and Ink settings you make. 8. Make sure the cor...
Page 30 - Page Setup; or; Landscape
28 Setting Up Your Printer Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ If you choose to print your own document instead, select the appropriate Paper Size setting in your application software, then print the document as ...
Page 31 - Print
Setting Up Your Printer 29 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 8. Choose Print from the File menu. This brings up the dialog box shown below. 9. Select the media you loaded in the printer from the Media Type list...
Page 32 - Loading Special Paper; Always load paper into the sheet feeder short edge first.
30 Loading Special Paper Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Loading Special Paper You can print on a wide variety of special media, including ink jet paper, photo-quality glossy film or paper, photo paper, trans...
Page 33 - Photo Paper
Loading Special Paper 31 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size SETUP.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ *Take care not to not print on support sheets loaded under special media. Photo Quality Ink Jet Card, Ink Jet Note Card, and Ink Jet Greeting Card Up t...
Page 34 - Replacing Ink Cartridges; Using the printer's control panel
32 Replacing Ink Cartridges Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size INK.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Replacing Ink Cartridges Using the printer's control panel The printer’s indicator lights will inform you when it is time to obtain a replacement ink ...
Page 35 - power light should be on,
Replacing Ink Cartridges 33 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size INK.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 1. Make sure the printer is on. The P power light should be on, but not flashing. (Determine which cartridge needs to be replaced as indicated by the ...
Page 36 - Lift up the clamp that holds the cartridge you want to replace
34 Replacing Ink Cartridges Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size INK.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 4. Lift up the clamp that holds the cartridge you want to replace as far as it will go. When you do, the cartridge will rise partly out of the cartrid...
Page 37 - Place the ink cartridge gently into the cartridge holder with
Replacing Ink Cartridges 35 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size INK.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ c Caution: ❏ You must remove the yellow tape seal from the cartridge. Leaving the tape on when you install the cartridge will permanently damage it. ❏...
Page 38 - and
36 Replacing Ink Cartridges Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size INK.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ c Caution:Once you install the cartridges, do not open their clamps again until you replace the ink cartridges. Otherwise, the cartridges may become u...
Page 39 - Maintenance; Checking the Print Head Nozzles; Using the Nozzle Check Utility; For Windows users
Maintenance 37 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size MAINT.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 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...
Page 40 - Using the control panel buttons; load/eject button and press the; power button to turn off the printer after it finishes
38 Maintenance Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size MAINT.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Using the control panel buttons 1. Hold down the E load/eject button and press the P power button to turn on the printer. Then release both buttons. The printer ...
Page 41 - Cleaning the Print Head; When the; Using the Head Cleaning utility
Maintenance 39 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size MAINT.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ If the nozzle check page does not print satisfactorily, for example, if any segment of the printed lines is missing, there is a problem with the printer. This co...
Page 42 - For Macintosh users
40 Maintenance Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size MAINT.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 3. Follow the messages on your screen. For Macintosh users 1. Click the Utility icon button in the Print dialog box. Then click the Head Cleaning button. 2. Foll...
Page 43 - Aligning the Print Head
Maintenance 41 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size MAINT.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ If the print quality still has not improved, one or both of your ink cartridges may be old or damaged and may need to be replaced. To replace an ink cartridge be...
Page 45 - Troubleshooting; Error Indicators
Troubleshooting 43 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size TRBLE.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Troubleshooting Error Indicators You can identify many common printer problems with the lights on your printer’s control panel. If your printer stops working...
Page 47 - Cancelling Printing; To cancel printing, follow the steps below.; For Windows; Click the; For Macintosh; When background printing is on; power button to turn off the printer.
Troubleshooting 45 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size TRBLE.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Cancelling Printing To cancel printing, follow the steps below. For Windows When you send a print job to the printer, the Progress Meter appears on your comp...
Page 48 - button, then click the; When background printing is off
46 Troubleshooting Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size TRBLE.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 3. Click the button, then click the stop button to cancel the print job. When background printing is off 1. Press the P power button to turn off the printer....
Page 49 - Where to Get Help; Printer model; For United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland Users; World Wide Web
Troubleshooting 47 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size TRBLE.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Where to Get Help If your printer is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information in your printer documentat...
Page 50 - Faxon EPSON
48 Troubleshooting Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size TRBLE.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Faxon EPSON Contact Faxon EPSON Faxback Service for support information including troubleshooting tips, switch settings, and driver information. To use Faxon...
Page 51 - and on Faxon; Pre Sales Enquiry Desk; the following information:; For Australian Users; EPSON FAXBACK
Troubleshooting 49 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size TRBLE.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ ❏ Arranging for faulty EPSON products to be repaired within the warranty period A full list of EPSON Customer and Warranty Support services is available on t...
Page 52 - EPSON Bulletin Board System; The Helpdesk numbers are:
50 Troubleshooting Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size TRBLE.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ EPSON Bulletin Board System This is where you can download the latest software and drivers. Visit the BBS to check out the latest versions. If you have a mod...
Page 53 - For Singapore Users; Contact the telephone and fax numbers below:; For Hong Kong Users; Internet home page; Product information
Troubleshooting 51 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size TRBLE.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ 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 problem. This...
Page 54 - Electronic bulletin board system; For Philippines Users
52 Troubleshooting Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size TRBLE.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 L Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Electronic bulletin board system An electronic bulletin board system (BBS) is also available to obtain printer information and the latest versions of printer...
Page 55 - Options and Consumable Products; Interface cables; Parallel Interface Cable (shielded) C83602; Ink cartridges; Black ink cartridge
Options and Consumable Products 53 Seychellesshort.bk Rev. C A5 size OPTION.FM 2/5/99 Pass 2 R Proof Sign-off:K. Nishi _______ N.Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ Options and Consumable Products Interface cables You can use any interface cable that meets the following specifications. See your computer ...