Page 3 - Where to Find Information; This Setup Guide; Opening the Reference Guide
i R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C FRONT.FM A5 size 9/4/00 Where to Find Information This Setup Guide This guide provides you with the basic information you need to start using your EPSON STYLUS PRO 5500 and its optional and consumable products...
Page 4 - ii; Online Help; Reference Guide; System Requirements; To use your printer with a PC; To use your printer, you need Microsoft
ii L R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C FRONT.FM A5 size 9/4/00 Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Online Help Online help provides you with detailed information and instructions on the printer software that controls your printer. (Online help will be automatically installed when yo...
Page 5 - iii; To use your printer with a Macintosh; To use this printer, your Apple
iii R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C FRONT.FM A5 size 9/4/00 To use your printer with a Macintosh To use this printer, your Apple ® Macintosh ® must meet the following system requirements. You also need a USB cable to connect this printer to Ap...
Page 6 - iv; To use the Online Guide with a PC
iv L R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C FRONT.FM A5 size 9/4/00 Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey To use the Online Guide with a PC To use the Online Guide with a Macintosh System Microsoft Windows 98, 95, 2000 or NT 4.0 CPU i486/25 MHz (for Windows 95/NT 4.0)i486/66 MHz (for Windo...
Page 7 - Contents; Chapter 1 Safety Instructions
v R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C START.TOC A5 size 8/17/00 Contents Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2A Few Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 8 - Chapter 3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer
vi L R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C START.TOC A5 size 8/17/00 Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Chapter 3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer Connecting the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Using the built-in parallel inter...
Page 9 - Chapter 1; Safety Instructions
1 Safety Instructions 1-1 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SAFTY.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 A Few Precautions. . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 10 - Important Safety Instructions; Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet.
1-2 Safety Instructions R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SAFTY.FM A5 size 8/17/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer...
Page 11 - A Few Precautions; When using the printer; Always turn the printer off using the
1 Safety Instructions 1-3 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SAFTY.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer; the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; the printer does not operate normally or...
Page 12 - When handling the ink cartridges; Do not shake cartridges that have been installed previously.
1-4 Safety Instructions R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SAFTY.FM A5 size 8/17/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey When handling the ink cartridges ❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not drink the ink. ❏ If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and w...
Page 13 - When choosing a place for the printer; Avoid areas subject to shock and vibration.; ENERGY STAR Compliance
1 Safety Instructions 1-5 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SAFTY.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey When choosing a place for the printer ❏ Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that is larger than the printer. The printer will not operate properly if it...
Page 14 - For United Kingdom Users; Use of options; If you have to fit a plug:
1-6 Safety Instructions R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SAFTY.FM A5 size 8/17/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey For United Kingdom Users Use of options Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damage or problems arising from the use of any options or consumable pr...
Page 15 - Replace fuses only with others of the correct size and rating.
1 Safety Instructions 1-7 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SAFTY.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter L. If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified...
Page 17 - Chapter 2; Assembling the Printer
2 Assembling the Printer 2-1 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Chapter 2 Assembling the Printer Choosing a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Using a printer stand . . . . . ....
Page 18 - Choosing a Place for the Printer; Follow the guidelines listed below when placing your printer.
2-2 Assembling the Printer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Choosing a Place for the Printer Follow the guidelines listed below when placing your printer. ❏ Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that is larger tha...
Page 19 - Use a grounded power outlet do not use an adapter plug.; Using a printer stand; When using a printer stand, note the following:
2 Assembling the Printer 2-3 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey ❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. Also, avoid outlets on the same circuit as large motors or other appliances that ...
Page 20 - Unpacking the Printer; Your printer box should contain this
2-4 Assembling the Printer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Unpacking the Printer Your printer box should contain this Setup Guide , a CD-ROM, which includes the printer driver and the Reference Guide , and the followin...
Page 21 - Installing the Paper Tray; Check the label on the back of the printer to make sure the
2 Assembling the Printer 2-5 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Installing the Paper Tray Insert the paper tray into the slots at the front of the printer as shown below. c Caution: Be careful not to touch the black pad l...
Page 22 - Taking a Look at Your Printer; Front view
2-6 Assembling the Printer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Taking a Look at Your Printer Front view Rear view printer cover paper tray cover control panel edge guide media type lever paper tray paper size lever ink car...
Page 23 - Inside view
2 Assembling the Printer 2-7 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Inside view Control panel s front edge guide paper tray (extended) paper tray extension release lever left edge guide print head paper guide roller paper lig...
Page 24 - Installing the Ink Cartridges; Install the ink cartridges as follows:
2-8 Assembling the Printer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Installing the Ink Cartridges w Warning: The ink cartridges are self-contained units. Under ordinary use, ink will not leak from a cartridge. If ink gets onto ...
Page 25 - Open the left and right ink cartridge compartment doors.
2 Assembling the Printer 2-9 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 2. Open the left and right ink cartridge compartment doors. Note: You can install the ink cartridges in any order; however, each slot can only hold a particu...
Page 26 - Lift up the ink cartridge clamp for the corresponding color ink
2-10 Assembling the Printer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 4. Lift up the ink cartridge clamp for the corresponding color ink slot. 5. Hold the ink cartridge with the arrow mark face-up and pointing to the rear of the...
Page 27 - Repeat steps 3 through 6 for all four color ink cartridges.
2 Assembling the Printer 2-11 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C ASSEM.FM A5 size 8/17/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 7. Repeat steps 3 through 6 for all four color ink cartridges. 8. Close the ink cartridge compartment doors after installing all four ink cartridges. After ...
Page 29 - Chapter 3
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-1 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Chapter 3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer Connecting the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 30 - Connecting the Printer; Using the built-in parallel interface for PCs; Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off.
3-2 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Connecting the Printer The method you use to connect the printer to your computer depends on whether you want to send print jobs directly ...
Page 31 - Plug the other end of the cable into the computer’s parallel
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-3 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 3. Plug the other end of the cable into the computer’s parallel port. If there is a ground wire at the computer end of the cable, connec...
Page 32 - Connect the other end of the cable to the computer’s USB port.; Using an optional interface card; Available optional interface cards; To install an optional interface card, follow these steps:
3-4 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 3. Connect the other end of the cable to the computer’s USB port. Now see “Installing the Printer Software” on page 3-7. You must install ...
Page 33 - Make sure that the power cord is unplugged from the
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-5 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged from the electrical outlet. c Caution: Do not inst...
Page 34 - Secure the interface card in the slot with the two screws
3-6 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 6. Slide the interface card along the slots on both sides of the interface compartment. Push it in firmly to fully insert the connector at...
Page 35 - Installing the Printer Software; Your printer software includes:; Printer driver and utilities; The online
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-7 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Installing the Printer Software After connecting the printer to your computer, you need to install the software included on the “Printer...
Page 36 - For Windows; Cancel
3-8 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey For Windows Follow these steps to install your printer software. 1. Make sure that your printer is off. 2. Turn on your computer and start...
Page 37 - Windows 95 and NT users should proceed to step 6.
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-9 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 5. Windows 95 and NT users should proceed to step 6. For Windows 98 users, follow the on-screen instructions to turn on your printer. Th...
Page 38 - Click the icon for your printer, then click
3-10 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 2. Click the icon for your printer, then click Properties on the File menu. 3. Click the Details tab and make sure that EPUSBx: (EPSON ST...
Page 39 - For Macintosh; Installer
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-11 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey For Macintosh c Caution: Turn off all virus protection programs before you install your printer software. Follow these steps to install...
Page 40 - Selecting your printer in the Chooser for Macintosh; Chooser
3-12 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Selecting your printer in the Chooser for Macintosh After you have installed the printer software on your Macintosh, you need to open the...
Page 41 - Accessing the Printer Software; Accessing the printer software for Windows; From Windows applications; Open the File menu and choose; From My Computer; click
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-13 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Accessing the Printer Software To access the printer software installed in your computer, follow the instructions below. Accessing the ...
Page 42 - Accessing the printer software for Macintosh; Print dialog box; Page Setup dialog box; Click; Setting up Your Printer on a Network
3-14 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Accessing the printer software for Macintosh You can access the printer driver settings from the following dialog boxes: Print dialog box...
Page 43 - Setting up your printer as a shared printer; check box and click
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-15 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Setting up your printer as a shared printer Follow these steps to share a printer connected directly to your computer with other comput...
Page 44 - , enter the printer information as needed,; Accessing the printer through a network; On the computer from which you want to access the printer,
3-16 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 8. Select Shared As , enter the printer information as needed, then click OK . Accessing the printer through a network To access your pri...
Page 45 - Network printer
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-17 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 4. Click Network printer , then click Next . 5. Click Browse . 6. Double-click the icon of the computer that is directly connected to t...
Page 46 - Start
3-18 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey For Windows 2000 and NT 4.0 Note: This section is written for small network users only. If you are on a large network and would like to s...
Page 47 - Shared
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-19 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 3. Click Shared and enter the Share Name. 4. Click OK . Note: Do not choose any drivers from the Alternate Drivers list. Accessing the ...
Page 48 - Install the printer driver to the client computer from the
3-20 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 1. Install the printer driver to the client computer from the software CD-ROM. 2. Open the Printer folder from the Control Panel, right-c...
Page 49 - The following dialog box appears. Select
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-21 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 4. The following dialog box appears. Select Local Port , then click New Port . 5. The following dialog appears. In the text box, type t...
Page 50 - In the Printer Ports dialog box, click
3-22 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 7. In the Printer Ports dialog box, click Close to return to the Ports menu. 8. On the Ports menu, make sure that the new port is added a...
Page 52 - Setup
3-24 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 3. Click the Setup button. The following dialog box appears. 4. Select the Share this Printer check box, then type the printer name and p...
Page 54 - Testing the Printer; Loading paper in a paper tray; Lift the paper tray slightly up and pull it out until you feel
3-26 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Testing the Printer Before printing your first page, you need to check the printer nozzles and confirm the print head alignment. If neces...
Page 55 - extension lock and pull out the paper tray to the full length.
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-27 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 3. If you load A3, US B, Super A3/B, or larger paper, release the extension lock and pull out the paper tray to the full length. Note: ...
Page 56 - Load the sheets of paper with the printable surface down and
3-28 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 5. Load the sheets of paper with the printable surface down and the right edge of the paper resting against the right side of the paper t...
Page 57 - Slide the switch to the paper guide roller position to match
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-29 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey 7. Slide the switch to the paper guide roller position to match the paper size you are loading. 8. Close the paper guide roller. Confir...
Page 58 - Firmly slide in the paper tray until it meets resistance.; Paper size/media type lever settings; Other
3-30 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey Note: If you have extended the paper tray, first slide out the paper tray cover then attach the paper tray cover. 10. Firmly slide in the...
Page 59 - If ink smears on the paper, select; Checking the printer nozzles; Do not use the; For Windows users
3 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer 3-31 R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 R Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey ❏ If ink smears on the paper, select Thick Paper as the media type setting. ❏ If you set the paper size or media type lever incorrectly...
Page 60 - Aligning the print heads
3-32 Setting up the Printer with Your Computer R4C4850Setup Guide Rev.C SETTING.FM A5 size 8/21/00 L Proof Sign-off:DAI A. Kobayashi K. ArakiK. NishiDAI K. Ramsey If the printed pattern is faint or some dots are missing, like in the sample shown below, you need to clean the prisnt heads. To do so, p...
Page 62 - Setup Guide
Setup Guide 4013162-00C01 Printed in Japan XX.XX-XX Setup Guide Color Ink Jet Printer Color Ink Jet Printer
