Epson XP 440 - User Manual

14 Caution: Do not lower the control panel without first squeezing the release bar or you may damageyour product. Parent topic: Using the Control Panel Changing LCD Screen Language You can change the language used on the LCD screen. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the left or right ...

15 3. Press the up or down arrow button to select Printer Setup and press the OK button. You see this screen: 4. Press the up or down arrow button to select Language and press the OK button. 5. Press the up or down arrow button to select a language and press the OK button. 6. Press the home button t...

16 You see this screen: 3. Select the Off setting and press the OK button. 4. Press the home button to exit. Parent topic: Using the Control Panel Product Parts Locations See these sections to identify the parts on your product. Product Parts - TopProduct Parts - InsideProduct Parts - Back Parent to...

19 Product Parts - Inside 1 Scanner unit 2 Ink cartridge holder in home position (do not remove) Parent topic: Product Parts Locations

20 Product Parts - Back 1 AC inlet 2 USB port 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 the time period before power management begins, but increasing the time re...

23 Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Windows You can use the printer software to change the time period before the product enters sleep mode orturns off automatically. 1. Make sure your product is turned on. 2. Access the Windows Desktop and r...

24 Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Mac You can use the printer software to change the time period before the product enters sleep mode orturns off automatically. 1. Make sure your product is turned on. 2. In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax,...

25 Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More Use your smartphone, tablet, or computer to print and scan documents, photos, emails, and web pagesfrom your home, office, or even across the globe. Print from anywhere with these Epson Connect solutions: • Epson Email Print • Epson iPrin...

26 3. Press the up or down arrow button to select Epson Connect Services and press the OK button. 4. Press the up or down arrow button to select Register/Delete and press the OK button. 5. Press the up or down arrow button to select Yes and press the OK button. 6. Follow the instructions on your scr...

27 2. Visit epson.com/connect (U.S), epson.ca/connect (Canada), or epson.com.jm/connect (Caribbean) to learn more about Epson iPrint and check the compatibility of your mobile device. 3. Download Epson iPrint from the Apple App Store or Google Play. 4. Connect your mobile device to the same wireless...

28 Related topics Wi-Fi Networking Using Epson Remote Print With Epson Remote Print software, you can print from your laptop or desktop computer to an EpsonEmail-enabled product anywhere in the world. 1. Connect your Epson product to your wireless network. See the link below. 2. If you did not alrea...

29 2. If you did not already set up an Epson Connect account when you installed your product software,visit epsonconnect.com to create your account and register your product to the Epson Connect service. Note: Make a note of your product's email address and password. 3. Visit epsonconnect.com to sig...

30 7. Select the checkbox to agree to the Usage Advisory and click Next. 8. Click OK to launch the sign-in page. A separate browser window opens. 9. Enter your Google Account username and password and click Sign in, or, if you don't have anaccount, click Sign up for a new Google Account and follow t...

31 • If you see a registration confirmation screen instead, click Register. 4. Click Add Device. 5. Click the Register button that appears next to your product. 6. Click Register on the confirmation screen. Your product's LCD screen displays a confirmationmessage. 7. Select OK or press the OK button...

32 Parent topic: Product Basics Related tasks Loading Paper for Documents and Photos Related topics Wi-Fi Networking Using the Mopria Print Service You can use the Mopria Print Service to print from your Android phone or tablet (Android v4.4 or later) toyour Epson product or any Mopria-certified pro...

33 5. Now you are ready to print. From an Android application such as Chrome or Gmail, tap the menuicon and print whatever is on the screen. Note: If you do not see your product, tap All Printers and select your product. Parent topic: Product Basics Related topics Wi-Fi Networking Using Fire OS Prin...

34 2. Connect your Windows 10 Mobile device to the same wireless network as your product. 3. Now you are ready to print. From your Windows 10 application, tap the print option and select yourproduct to print whatever is on the screen. Visit epson.com/connect (U.S), epson.ca/connect (Canada), or epso...

35 Wi-Fi Networking See these sections to use your product on a Wi-Fi 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 product to commu...

36 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 Networking Selecting Wireless Network Settings from the Control Panel ...

37 3. Press the OK button. You see this screen: 4. Press the OK button. You see this screen: 5. Press the OK button to select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard.

39 Note: If the Wi-Fi icon is not displayed on the LCD screen, you may have selected the wrongnetwork name or entered the password incorrectly. Repeat these steps to try again. Parent topic: Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup You can set up your product to communicate directly w...

40 To enable peer-to-peer mode, you must select it from the Web Config Utility, under WiFi/NetworkSettings > Services > Wi-Fi Direct. Enabling Wi-Fi Direct Mode Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking Enabling Wi-Fi Direct Mode You can enable Wi-Fi Direct mode to allow direct communication between your...

43 You see this screen: 9. Use your computer or wireless device to select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) displayed on theLCD screen, then enter the password shown. 10. Press the OK button to exit. You see either an AP or Direct connection symbol on the LCD screen and should be able to connectto your ...

44 Using WPS to Connect to a Network Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking Using WPS to Connect to a Network If you have a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) toconnect your product to the network. 1. Press the WPS button on your router. 2. On the product, p...

46 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 of any problems you may haveusing your product on a network. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the left or right arrow button to select Se...

48 Examine the settings shown on the network status sheet to diagnose any problems you have. Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking Changing or Updating Network Connections See these sections to change or update how your product connects to a network. Changing a USB Connection to a Wi-Fi ConnectionConnectin...

49 2. Download and install your product software from the Epson website using the instructions on theStart Here sheet. Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections Related concepts Uninstall Your Product Software Accessing the Web Config Utility You can select your product's network settin...

52 Loading Paper Before you print, load paper for the type of printing you will do. Loading Paper for Documents and PhotosLoading EnvelopesPaper Loading CapacityAvailable Epson PapersBorderless Paper Type CompatibilityPaper or Media Type Settings - Control PanelPaper or Media Type Settings - Product...

55 9. Do one of the following to select the size and type of paper you just loaded on the product LCDscreen: • To use the existing settings, press the OK button. • To change the settings, press the up or down arrow button to select Change and press the OK button. Select the paper size and press the ...

58 • Do not load envelopes that are curled, folded, or too thin, or that have plastic windows or exposed adhesive flaps. Parent topic: Loading Paper Related references Paper Loading CapacityPaper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel Paper Loading Capacity Paper type Load up to this many sheets Pla...

59 Available Epson Papers You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at epson.com (U.S. sales) or epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) in the U.S. or 800-807-7766 in Canada. Paper Type ...

60 Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count Epson Premium Photo PaperSemi-gloss 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S041982 40 Letter (8.5 × 11 inches[216 × 279 mm]) S041331 20 Epson Presentation Paper Matte Letter (8.5 × 11 inches[216 × 279 mm]) S041062 100 Epson Premium PresentationPaper Matte 8 × 10 inche...

61 Parent topic: Loading Paper Related references Available Epson Papers Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel For this paper Select this Paper Type setting Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Plain Paper Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Prem. Glossy Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Ul...

63 Placing Originals on the Product Follow the instructions here to place your original documents or photos on the product. Caution: Do not place anything on top of your product or use its cover as a writing surface to avoiddamaging it. Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass Placing Originals on the...

66 Copying See the information here to copy documents or photos using your product. Note: Copies may not be exactly the same size as your originals. Copying Documents or PhotosCopying and Restoring Photos Copying Documents or Photos You can copy color or black-and-white documents or photos onto vari...

67 6. Press the left or right arrow button to select one of the following: • Color: for color copies • B&W: for black-and-white copies 7. Press the down arrow button and then press the OK button to view the print settings for the copies. You see this screen: 8. Press the up or down arrow button ...

68 You can copy on these paper sizes. • 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) • 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm) • Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) • A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]) Parent topic: Copying Documents or Photos Copying Options Select the copying options you want to use for your copies. No...

69 Copying option Available settings Description Paper Type Various types Adjusts printer settings for the selected papertype Quality Best Provides best quality for photo copies Standard Provides good quality for most copies Draft Provides lower quality for draft copies Parent topic: Copying Documen...

70 6. Press the down arrow button to select On and press the OK button. 7. Place up to two original photos on the product. Note: Press the up or down arrow button for instructions on placing your photos on the product. 8. Press the start button. You see this screen: 9. Press the left or right arrow ...

73 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 softwareon Epson's support website. ...

74 3. If necessary, select your product name as the printer you want to use. Note: You may also need to select Properties or Preferences to view your print settings. You see the Main tab of your printer settings window: 4. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Document Size setting. Note: Y...

75 6. Select the orientation of your document. Note: If you are printing an envelope, select Landscape. 7. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Paper Type setting. Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check the paper type settings listfor details. 8. Select the Quali...

76 Print Quality Options - Windows You can select any of the available Quality options to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settingsmay be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen. Draft For draft printing on plain paper. Standard For everyday text and imag...

77 1. Select one of the following options for 2-Sided Printing: • Manual (Long-edge binding) to print your double-sided print job by printing one side and prompting you to flip the paper over on the long edge to print the other side. • Manual (Short-edge binding) to print your double-sided print job...

78 Parent topic: Printing with Windows Double-sided Printing Options - Windows You can select any of the double-sided options to set up your double-sided print job. Binding Edge Options Select a setting that orients double-sided print binding in the desired direction. Binding Margin Options Select o...

79 1. To change the size of your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge Documentcheckbox and select one of these sizing options: • Select the Fit to Page option to size your image to fit the paper you loaded. Select the size of your document or photo as the Document Size setting, and t...

82 High Speed Speeds up printing but may reduce print quality. Mirror Image Flips the printed image left to right. Parent topic: Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows Header/Footer Settings - Windows You can select any of the Header/Footer Settings options to add headers or footers...

83 Selecting a Printing Preset - Windows For quick access to common groups of print settings, you can select a printing preset on the Main orMore Options tab. Note: You can create your own preset by clicking the Add/Remove Presets button. 1. Click the Main or More Options tab. You see the available ...

84 2. Place your cursor over one of the Printing Presets to view its list of settings. 3. Click on a preset to change its settings, or use any of the available options on the screen to controlyour printing presets. 4. To choose a preset for printing, select it. 5. Click OK. Parent topic: Printing wi...

85 4. Click the Extended Settings button. You see this window: 5. Select any of the extended settings to customize your print. 6. Click OK to close the Extended Settings window. 7. Click OK to close the printer software window. Extended Settings - Windows Parent topic: Printing with Windows Extended...

86 Page Rendering Mode Increases print speed when printing is extremely slow or the print head stops during printing. Print as Bitmap Increases print speed when printing is extremely slow or the print head stops during printing, andother settings do not help. Skip Blank Page Ensures that your produc...

87 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

88 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. • To check ink status, click C...

89 You see the printer settings window: 3. Select the print settings you want to use as defaults in all your Windows programs. 4. Click OK. These settings are now the defaults selected for printing. You can still change them as needed forprinting in any program session. Changing the Language of the ...

90 3. Click the Maintenance tab. You see the maintenance options: 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: Selecting ...

91 You see this window: 3. Do one of the following: • To change how often the software checks for updates, select a setting in the Check every menu. • To disable the automatic update feature, select the Never option. 4. Click OK to exit. Note: If you choose to disable the automatic update feature, y...

92 Managing Color - MacSelecting Printing Preferences - MacPrinting Your Document or Photo - Mac Parent topic: Printing from a Computer Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac Select the basic settings for the document or photo you want to print. 1. Open a photo or document for printing. 2. Select the ...

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

95 You see these settings: 9. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media Type setting. Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check the paper type settings listfor details. 10. Select the Print Quality setting you want to use. 11. Select any of the available print opti...

97 Note: If you select the Min option for the Expansion setting, you may see white borders on your printedphoto. Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac Depending on your application, you may be able to select the paper size and orientation settings fro...

98 Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac You can select a variety of layout options for your document or photo by selecting Layout from the pop-up menu on the print window. • To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, select the number of pages in the Pages per Sheet pop-up menu. To arrange the p...

99 2. Select one of the available options. 3. Select Color Options from the pop-up menu in the print window. Note: The available settings on the Color Options menu depend on the option you selected on theColor Matching menu. 4. Select one of the available options. Color Matching and Color Options - ...

100 Color Options Settings Manual Settings Lets you select manual color adjustments. Click the arrow next to Advanced Settings and selectsettings for Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and individual color tones. You can also select a colorMode setting for printing photos and graphics and the Fix Red...

101 You see a screen like this: 4. Select any of the available printing preferences. 5. Click OK. Printing Preferences - Mac Parent topic: Printing on a Mac Printing Preferences - Mac You can select from these settings on the Options or Driver tab. Skip Blank Page Ensures that your product does not ...

102 High Speed Printing Speeds up printing but may reduce print quality. Warning Notifications Lets you choose whether or not to receive warning notifications from the printer software for variousoperating conditions. Establish bidirectional communication Allows the product to communicate with the c...

103 Checking Print Status - Mac During printing, you can view the progress of your print job, control printing, and check ink status. 1. Click the printer icon when it appears in the Dock. You see the print status window: 2. Select the following options as necessary for your Mac OS version: • To can...

104 Scanning You can scan original documents or photos and save them as digital files. Starting a ScanScanning in Epson Scan 2Scanning from Smart DevicesScanning to Online Destinations Using Easy Photo ScanSaving Scanned Documents as a Searchable PDF Starting a Scan After placing your original docum...

105 The scan options are displayed: 4. Press the left or right arrow button to select a scan option and press the OK button. • Scan to Memory Card saves your scan file on a memory card and lets you select the file format, quality, and other settings. • Scan to Cloud saves your scan to a designated c...

107 Starting a Scan Using the Epson Scan 2 Icon You can start the Epson Scan 2 program to select scan settings, scan, and save the scanned image to afile. • Windows 10: Click and select All apps > EPSON > Epson Scan 2. • Windows 8.x: Navigate to the Apps screen and select Epson Scan 2. • Windo...

109 Parent topic: Starting a Scan Related tasks Scanning in Epson Scan 2 Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program You can start Epson Scan 2 from a TWAIN-compliant scanning program to select scan settings, scan,and open the scanned image in the program. 1. Open your scanning program and select its sc...

114 11. Enter the file name for your scanned file in the File Name field. If necessary, select Settings to modify the file name settings. 12. Select the location in which you want to save your scanned file as the Folder setting. If necessary, select Select to create a new folder. 13. Click Scan. The...

116 Image Format Options You can select different image formats and related options. For details on available options, click the ?icon on the Epson Scan 2 Image Format Options window. Not all image formats have options. Bitmap (*.bmp) A standard image file format for most Windows programs. JPEG (*.j...

117 If you plan to enlarge a scanned image so you can print it at a larger size, you may need to increase theresolution from the default resolution set by Epson Scan 2. Follow these guidelines to determine theresolution setting you need: • You will scan the image at its original size but enlarge it ...

118 Saving Scanned Images to a FolderEpson JPEG File SettingsEpson TIFF and Multi-TIFF File Settings Parent topic: Scanning Scanning Using Easy Photo Scan You can use Easy Photo Scan to easily scan your originals, edit the scanned images, and upload themto Facebook or other online destinations. 1. P...

120 8. When you finish scanning, click one of the destination icons to upload the images. Note: You may need to click the arrow next to the icons in order to see all of them. The availableicons may vary, depending on the software version you are using. Parent topic: Scanning to Online Destinations U...

122 5. Select an album from the Album list. Note: If you cannot select an album, make sure the Setting Name is set to (No Selection), clickLogin to log in to your Facebook account, and try again. If you want to create a new album, youmust create it directly in Facebook. 6. Select the image format fo...

124 7. Select an album from the Album list. Note: If you cannot select an album, make sure the Setting Name is set to (No Selection), click theLogin button to log into your Google Photos account, and try again. If you want to create a newalbum, you must create it directly in Google Photos. 8. Select...

125 You see a window like this: Note: If you have already configured an Evernote account in Easy Photo Scan, you can select theSetting Name or Destination Name for the account and click Send to upload your images. 3. Select a notebook from the Notebook list. Note: If you want to create a new noteboo...

126 7. If you want to save the current settings, click Edit, or the Setting Name or Destination Name field,and select Save As. Enter a name for the setting and click OK. 8. Click Send to upload the images to your Evernote account, or click Cancel to cancel the operation. Parent topic: Scanning to On...

127 You see a window like this: Note: If you have already configured a SugarSync account in Easy Photo Scan, you can select theSetting Name or Destination Name for the account and click Send to upload your images. 3. Enter the account information in the E-Mail Address and Password fields. 4. Select ...

128 6. If you want to replace existing files with the same name with the uploaded images, click theOverwrite file(s) with the same name checkbox. 7. Click Check Connection to test whether the SugarSync account information is correct. 8. Select the image format for the uploaded files from the File or...

129 You see a window like this: Note: If you have already configured a Web Folder account in Easy Photo Scan, you can select theSetting Name or Destination Name for the account and click Send to upload your pictures. 3. Enter the Web Folder URL in the Address field. 4. Enter the login information in...

130 9. If you also want to save the images to a local folder, select the Copy the image(s) to a local foldercheckbox and select a folder. 10. If you want to save the current settings, click Edit, or the Setting Name or Destination Name field, and select Save As. Enter a name for the setting and clic...

131 Note: On a Mac, you also enter an email address and email text in the window. If you have alreadyconfigured email settings in Easy Photo Scan, you can select them using the Destination Namefield. 3. Select the image format for the saved files from the File or File Type list. 4. If there are opti...

133 Note: The available settings may vary, depending on the operating system you are using. Setting Description Image Quality Options Specifies the compression level. The file sizeincreases with higher quality. Encoding Specifies the encoding method. Standard: Images are rendered from the top to the...

134 Epson TIFF and Multi-TIFF File Settings You can select from the following settings in the TIFF settings window in Easy Photo Scan. Note: The available settings may vary, depending on the operating system you are using. Setting Description Byte Order Specifies the operating system where the scann...

135 Saving Scanned Documents as a Searchable PDF You can scan a document and save the text in a searchable PDF. In a searchable PDF, text isrecognized using Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and then embedded in the scanned original. Note: The required Epson Scan 2 OCR Component is installed autom...

137 Using Memory Cards with Your Product Follow the instructions here to work with a memory card inserted into your product. Inserting a Memory CardPrinting from a Memory CardScanning to a Memory CardTransferring Photos on a Memory Card Inserting a Memory Card Insert only one memory card at a time i...

138 Caution: Do not remove a memory card or turn off your product while the memory card access light isflashing or you may lose data from the memory card. Memory Card TypesMemory Card File SpecificationsRemoving a Memory Card Parent topic: Using Memory Cards with Your Product Memory Card Types You c...

139 Removing a Memory Card After you finish working with a memory card, check to make sure it is safe to remove it from your product. Caution: Do not remove a memory card or turn off your product while the memory card access light isflashing or you may lose data from the memory card. 1. Make sure th...

140 Viewing and Printing PhotosPrinting Photo Layouts from a Memory Card Parent topic: Using Memory Cards with Your Product Viewing and Printing Photos See these sections to view and print photos displayed on your product's LCD screen. Viewing and Printing Individual PhotosViewing and Printing Indiv...

142 Related tasks Cropping Photos Displayed on the LCD Screen Viewing and Printing Individual Photos Using the Slide Show You can view a slide show of the photos on your memory card and select individual photos for printing. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the left or right arrow bu...

145 Print settings Available options Description Fix Red-Eye Off-Current Turns off red-eye correction for the current print job On-Current Turns on red-eye correction for the current print job Parent topic: Viewing and Printing Photos Printing Photo Layouts from a Memory Card You can print one or mo...

147 8. If you see the screen above, do one of the following: • To allow your product to place photos in the layout automatically, select Automatic layout and press the OK button. Press the + button to select a photo to print. If you need to deselect a photo,press the – button. Press the OK button wh...

148 Photo ID Prints 4 ID-sized photos on one sheet. Picture Package Prints one photo in multiple sizes on one sheet. Parent topic: Printing Photo Layouts from a Memory Card Scanning to a Memory Card You can scan an image to a memory card inserted into a memory card slot on your product. 1. Insert a ...

149 Related tasks Inserting a Memory CardPlacing Originals on the Scanner Glass Transferring Photos on a Memory Card You can transfer photos to and from a memory card inserted into a memory card slot on your product. Setting Up File Sharing for Photo Transfers from Your ComputerTransferring Photos f...

151 Printing Personalized Projects You can print calendars, lined paper, graph paper, or stationery with a photo background. Printing Lined Paper and Graph PaperPrinting Personalized Note PaperPrinting Calendar Pages Printing Lined Paper and Graph Paper You can print wide-rule or narrow-rule noteboo...

153 • Music Paper Note: View the images for each option to preview the design layout. 7. Select the paper size you loaded and press the OK button. 8. When you see a message asking you to load paper, press the OK button. 9. To print more than one sheet, press the + or – button to select the number (u...

155 8. Select the size of paper you loaded and press the OK button. 9. Select the photo you want to use for your note paper and press the OK button. Note: To rotate the layout for your note paper, press the down arrow. 10. When you see a message asking you to load paper, press the OK button. 11. To ...

158 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 bran...

159 You see this screen: 3. Press the OK button. You see this screen: Note: The display is different depending on which ink cartridges are low or expended, if any.Displayed ink levels are approximate. 4. Do one of the following: • If you are finished, press the OK button.

160 • If you want to replace an ink cartridge now, select Cartridge Replacement and press the OK button. When you finish replacing cartridges, press the start button. Once ink charging is complete, press the OK button. Note: Depending on the color of the expended cartridge and how you are printing, ...

163 Related topics Printing with Black Ink and Expended Color Cartridges Checking Cartridge Status - Mac 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, orPrinters & Scanners, ...

164 • Replace or reinstall any ink cartridge indicated on the screen. Note: Depending on the color of the expended cartridge and how you are printing, you may be ableto continue printing temporarily. Note: If any of the cartridges installed in the product is broken, incompatible with the product mod...

168 6. Remove the yellow tape from the side of the cartridge. Caution: Do not remove any other labels or seals, or ink will leak. 7. Insert the new cartridge into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place.

170 Replacing Ink Cartridges Using a Computer Utility You can use the Ink Cartridge Replacement utility to view on-screen instructions for replacing an inkcartridge. This method allows you to replace a cartridge before it is low or expended (if it is too old, forexample). 1. Do one of the following:...

171 Parent topic: Replacing Ink Cartridges Related concepts Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges Printing with Black Ink and Expended Color Cartridges When a color ink cartridge is expended, you can temporarily continue printing from your computer usingblack ink. Replace the expended color cartridge as soo...

172 Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsChecking Print Status - WindowsCancelling Printing Using a Product Button Related topics Loading Paper Printing with Expended Color Cartridges - Mac If printing stops, you can cancel your print job and select settings to temporarily print wit...

173 You see a screen like this: 6. Select On as the Permit temporary black printing setting. 7. Click OK. 8. Close the utility window. 9. Load plain paper or an envelope in your product. 10. Access the print settings in your print application. 11. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. 12. Sele...

174 Cancelling Printing Using a Product Button Related topics Loading Paper Conserving Low Black Ink with Windows The following window appears when black ink runs low and there is more color ink. Note: The window appears only when you have selected Plain Paper/Bright White Paper as the papertype set...

175 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 Path Related top...

177 7. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning 8. Do one of the following: • If there are no gaps, select Finish Nozzle Check and press the OK button. • If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, select Head Cleaning and press th...

178 Related topics Loading Paper Checking the Nozzles Using a Computer Utility You can check the print head nozzles using a utility on your Windows or Mac computer. 1. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 2. Do one of the following: • Windows: Access the Windows Desktop and right-click t...

179 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 6. If there are no gaps, click Finish. If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, clean the print head. Parent topic: Print Head Nozzle Check Related tasks Cleaning t...

182 If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 4 times, turn off the product and waitat least 6 hours. Then try cleaning the print head again. If quality still does not improve, one of the inkcartridges may be old or damaged and needs to be replaced. Parent topic: Print Hea...

183 You see a window like this: 4. Click Start to begin the cleaning cycle. The power light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and stays on when the cleaning cycle is finished. Caution: Never turn off the product during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it. 5. When the cleaning cycle is finished...

185 Print Head Alignment If your printouts become grainy or blurry, you notice misalignment of vertical lines, or you see dark orlight horizontal bands, you may need to align the print head. Note: Banding may also occur if your print head nozzles need cleaning. Aligning the Print Head Using the Prod...

187 Parent topic: Print Head Alignment Related topics Loading Paper Aligning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility You can align the print head using a utility on your Windows or Mac computer. 1. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 2. Do one of the following: • Windows: Access the Win...

188 You see a window like this: 5. Check the printed pattern and follow the instructions on the screen to choose the number of the bestprinted pattern for each set. • After choosing a pattern number, click Next. • If no patterns are aligned in one or more of the sets, choose the closest one in each ...

189 Cleaning the Paper Path If you see ink on the back of a printout, you can clean the paper path to remove any excess ink. 1. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 2. Press the home button, if necessary. 3. Press the left or right arrow button to select Setup and press the OK button. 4....

190 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. Close the output tray and paper suppo...

193 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 Copying ProblemsSolving Paper Problems...

194 • macOS 10.12.x: You can manually update the software by opening the App Store, selecting Updates, searching for a software update option for Epson Software, and selecting Update. Parent topic: Solving Problems Related tasks Changing Automatic Update Options Product Status Messages You can often...

195 LCD screenmessage/code Condition/solution Recovery mode An error has occurred during firmware updating. Connect your product usinga USB cable and try updating the firmware again. If you still receive this errormessage, contact Epson for support. Printer error. Turn poweroff and on again. A fatal...

197 8. Do 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 may have could be caused by your computer, cable, software, or selectedsettings. Check the other solutio...

199 You see a confirmation screen. 5. Press the OK button to reset the selected settings. Parent topic: Solving Problems Solving Setup Problems Check these sections if you have problems while setting up your product. Noise After Ink InstallationSoftware Installation ProblemsControl Panel Setup Probl...

200 • If you see any error message or your software does not install correctly in Windows, you may not have software installation privileges. Contact your System Administrator. Parent topic: Solving Setup Problems Related references Windows System RequirementsMac System Requirements Control Panel Se...

201 Product Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point If your product has trouble finding or connecting to a wireless router or access point, try these solutions: • If you are connecting the product via Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) and the Wi-Fi icon on your product's LCD screen is not lit ...

202 network connection or adapter settings in the Windows Control Panel and set the Internet metricsetting to 100 for your version of the Internet Protocol. Parent topic: Solving Network Problems Related topics Wi-Fi Networking Network Software Cannot Find Product on a Network If EpsonNet Setup cann...

203 Related topics Wi-Fi Networking Product Does Not Appear in Mac Printer Window If your product does not appear in the Mac printer window, try these solutions: • Turn your product off, wait 30 seconds, then turn it back on again. • If you are connecting the product wirelessly via EpsonNet Setup an...

204 • If you are using TCP/IP, make sure the product's IP address is set correctly for your network. If your network does not assign IP addresses using DHCP, set the IP address manually. • Make sure your computer and product are both using the same wireless network. • If network printing is slow, pr...

205 • If you are scanning a large original at a high resolution, a network communication error may occur. Try scanning again at a lower resolution. • If network communication was interrupted while starting Epson Scan 2, exit Epson Scan 2, wait a few seconds, and restart it. If Epson Scan 2 cannot re...

206 Product Makes Noise, But Nothing Copies If your product makes a noise, but nothing copies, try these solutions: • Run a nozzle check to see if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. Then clean the print head, if necessary. • If the nozzle check page does not print, but the product's power is...

207 • If paper jams when you print on both sides of the paper, try loading fewer sheets. • For best results, follow these guidelines: • Use new, smooth, high-quality paper that is not curled, creased, old, too thin, or too thick. • Load paper in the sheet feeder printable side up. • Follow any speci...

208 5. Lift up the scanner unit, and remove the jammed paper and any torn pieces. 6. Lower the scanner unit and press the power button to turn the product back on. 7. Carefully follow all paper loading instructions when you load new paper. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems Related tasks Cancellin...

209 Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems Related references Paper or Media Type Settings - Control PanelPaper or Media Type Settings - Product SoftwarePaper Specifications Related tasks Cancelling Printing Using a Product Button Related topics Loading Paper Solving Problems Printing from a Computer ...

210 • In Windows, click Print Queue on the Maintenance tab in the printer settings window and check for the following: • Check for any stalled or paused print jobs. Cancel or unpause any jobs as necessary. • Open the Printer menu and make sure the product is not offline. • Open the Printer menu and ...

211 7. Click the checkbox for the option that adds the shortcut icon to the taskbar. 8. Click OK to close the open program windows. Parent topic: Solving Problems Printing from a Computer Error After Cartridge Replacement If you see an error light or error message after you replace an ink cartridge,...

212 For the fastest printing, select the following settings in your product software: • Make sure the paper type setting matches the type of paper you loaded. • Turn on any high speed settings in your product software. • Select a lower print quality setting. • Windows: Click the Maintenance or Utili...

213 Inverted Image If your printed image is inverted unexpectedly, try these solutions: • Turn off any mirror or inversion settings in your printing application. • Turn off the Mirror Image, Flip horizontally, or Reverse page orientation settings in your printer software. (This option has different ...

214 Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - MacSelecting Page Setup Settings - Mac 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 p...

215 Related references Borderless Paper Type Compatibility Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - MacSelecting Page Setup Settings - MacSelecting Print Layout Options - Mac Incorrect Characters Print If incorrect characters appear in your prints, try t...

216 Related topics Loading Paper Slanted Printout If your printouts are slanted, try these solutions: • Slide the edge guide against the edge of the paper. • Select a higher print quality setting in your printer software. • Turn off any high speed settings in your product software. • Align the print...

217 Related topics Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems White or Dark Lines in Printout If you notice white or dark lines in your prints (also called banding), try these solutions before you reprint: • Run a nozzle check to see if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. Then clean the print hea...

218 Blurry or Smeared Printout If your printouts are blurry or smeared, try these solutions: • Make sure your paper is not damp, curled, old, or loaded incorrectly in your product. • Use a support sheet with special paper, or load special paper one sheet at a time. • Make sure your paper meets the s...

219 Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - MacSelecting Printing Preferences - Mac Related topics Replacing Ink CartridgesLoading Paper Faint Printout or Printout Has Gaps If your printouts are faint or have gaps, try these solutions: • Run a nozzle c...

220 Grainy Printout If your printouts are grainy, try these solutions: • Make sure you loaded the printable side of the paper correctly for your product. • Select a higher print quality setting and turn off any high speed settings in your product software. • Run a nozzle check to see if any of the p...

221 Related topics Replacing Ink CartridgesLoading Paper Incorrect Colors If your printouts have incorrect colors, try these solutions: • Make sure the paper type setting matches the paper you loaded. • Make sure the Grayscale setting is not selected in your printer software. • Run a nozzle check to...

222 Solving Scanning Problems Check these solutions if you have problems scanning with your product. Scanning Software Does Not Operate CorrectlyCannot Start Epson Scan 2 Parent topic: Solving Problems Scanning Software Does Not Operate Correctly If your scanning software does not operate correctly,...

224 Image Consists of a Few Dots Only If your scanned image consists only of a few dots, try these solutions: • Make sure you placed your original for scanning facing the correct way. • If you are scanning using the Epson Scan 2 Black & White setting, adjust the Threshold setting and scan again....

225 • Your product will not operate properly while tilted at an angle. Place your product on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond its base in all directions. • Adjust these Epson Scan 2 settings (if available) and try scanning again: • Increase the Resolution setting. • If the Image Type setti...

226 • If the Image Type is set to Black & White, select Text Enhancement. If the Image Type is set to Color or Grayscale, change the Text Enhancement setting to High. Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related tasks Scanning in Epson Scan 2 Ripple Patterns Appear in an Image Yo...

227 Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related tasks Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass Solving Memory Card Problems Check these solutions if you have problems using memory cards with your product. Memory Card Does Not Fit Into a SlotCannot View or Print Photos from a Memory Ca...

228 Related tasks Inserting a Memory CardRemoving a Memory Card Related topics Viewing and Printing Photos Cannot Transfer Photos to or from a Memory Card If you have problems transferring photos to or from a memory card inserted in your product, try thesesolutions: • Make sure you have inserted onl...

230 • Windows XP: Select Epson Scan 2 and click Change/Remove. 6. Restart your computer, then see the Start Here sheet to re-install your software. Note: If you find that re-installing your product software does not solve a problem, contact Epson. Parent topic: Uninstall Your Product Software Uninst...

232 Technical Specifications These sections list the technical specifications for your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life Epson products. Please go to this site (U.S) or this site (Canada) for information on how to return your Epson products for proper disposal. Windows ...

233 Note: For the latest product software available for your operating system, visit the Epson support site at epson.com/support (U.S.), epson.ca/support (Canada), or epson.com.jm/support (Caribbean), select your product, and select Downloads. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Mac System Requir...

234 Single-sheets Size A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]) A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches [105 × 148 mm]) Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) Legal (8.5 × 14 inches [216 × 356 mm]) 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm) 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) 3.5 × 5 inches (89 × 127 mm) 16:9 wide...

236 Envelopes 1 Sides: 0.12 inch (3 mm) 2 Top/bottom: 0.20 inch (5 mm) 3 Reduced print quality area/right: 0.71 inch (18 mm) 4 Reduced print quality area/left: 1.57 inch (40 mm) Parent topic: Technical Specifications Scanning Specifications Scanner type Flatbed, color Photoelectric device CIS Docume...

237 Image data Color: 48 bits per pixel internal (16 bits per pixel per color internal) 24 bits per pixel external (8 bits per pixel per color external) Grayscale: 16 bits per pixel internal 8 bits per pixel external Black and white: 16 bits per pixel internal 1 bit per pixel external Light source L...

238 Parent topic: Technical Specifications Related references Ink Cartridge Part Numbers Memory Card Specifications Note: Cards marked with an asterisk (*) require an adapter; consult your adapter documentation fordetails on using it. Compatible types SD SDHC SDXC miniSD* miniSDHC* microSD* microSDH...

239 Width Stored: 15.4 inches (390 mm) Printing: 15.4 inches (390 mm) Depth Stored: 11.8 inches (300 mm) Printing: 20.8 inches (528 mm) Weight (without ink cartridges and powercord) 9.5 lb (4.3 kg) Parent topic: Technical Specifications Electrical Specifications Power supply rating 100 to 240 V Rate...

240 Interface Specifications Interface type Hi-Speed USB (Device Class for computers) Note: Epson cannot guarantee the operation of externally connected devices. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Network Interface Specifications Wireless LAN standard IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Wireless security WPA-PSK ...

242 Notices Check these sections for important notices about your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life Epson products. Please go to this site (U.S) or this site (Canada) for information on how to return your Epson products for proper disposal. Important Safety Instructions...

244 • Except as specifically explained in your documentation, do not attempt to service the product yourself. • Unplug the product 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 produc...

245 • Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place. • After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room temperature for at least three hours before using it. • Store ink cartridges with their labels facing upward. Do not store cartridges upside down. Parent t...

246 reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equ...

249 1.6d) above does not limit your rights to attorney's fees and expenses under applicable law;notwithstanding the foregoing, the arbitrator may not award duplicative awards of attorney's fees andexpenses. 1.7 Opt-out. You may elect to opt-out (exclude yourself) from the final, binding, individuala...

250 General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may betrademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks. Parent topic: Notices Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stor...

251 Copyright © 1991-1997 Silicon Graphics, Inc. Permission to use, copy, modify, distribute, and sell this software and its documentation for any purposeis hereby granted without fee, provided that (I) the above copyright notices and this permission noticeappear in all copies of the software and re...