Page 2 - Contents
2 Contents Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Using Special Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 3 - Maintaining Your Product
Contents 3 Maintaining Your Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Checking the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Checking ...
Page 4 - Introduction
4 Introduction Introduction After you have set up your Epson Stylus ® NX300/305 Series as described on the Start Here sheet, turn here to: ■ Load paper ■ Make a copy of a document or photo ■ Fax a document or photo ■ Get the basic steps for printing from your computer ■ Scan multiple pages ■ Perform...
Page 5 - Loading Paper
Loading Paper 5 Loading Paper You can print documents and photos on a variety of paper types and sizes. For details, see page 6. 1. Open the paper support and pull up the extensions. Then open the output tray, pull out the extension, and raise the paper stopper. 2. Pinch the edge guide and slide it ...
Page 6 - Using Special Papers
6 Loading Paper You can load up to 100 sheets of plain paper, or 20 sheets of photo paper. Load other special papers one sheet at a time. Note: The type of paper you choose affects the way your printout looks. If you are just making a copy or printing a rough draft, plain paper is fine. However, for...
Page 8 - Using the Scanner Glass
8 Placing Originals for Copying, Scanning, or Faxing Placing Originals for Copying, Scanning, or Faxing Before you copy, scan, or fax, place your documents or photos on the scanner glass (below) or in the Automatic Document Feeder (see page 9). Using the Scanner Glass You can place two photos or a d...
Page 9 - Using the Automatic Document Feeder
Using the Automatic Document Feeder 9 Using the Automatic Document Feeder You can place up to 30 letter-size sheets or 10 legal-size sheets in the Automatic Document Feeder. 1. Tap the originals on a flat surface to even the edges. 2. Open the ADF paper support. 3. Slide the edge guide to the side. ...
Page 11 - Copying a Document or Photo; Copying a Document
Copying a Document or Photo 11 Copying a Document or Photo Follow the instructions in this section to make color or black-and-white copies. Note: To turn off the “beep” heard when you press a button, press Copy/Fax , press Menu , press u or d to select Maintenance and press OK , press u or d to sele...
Page 12 - Copying a Photo
12 Copying a Document or Photo ■ Select Paper Type and make sure Plain Paper is selected for copying documents. ■ To change the copy quality, select Quality and choose Standard Quality , Best , or Draft (for plain paper only). ■ To adjust the darkness or lightness of the copy, select Copy Density an...
Page 14 - Faxing a Document or Photo
14 Faxing a Document or Photo Faxing a Document or Photo Your NX300/305 Series lets you send faxes by entering fax numbers, selecting entries from a speed dial list, or using the one-touch dial buttons. Using the Automatic Document Feeder, you can fax up to 30 pages at a time. Note: For more informa...
Page 16 - Setting Up Fax Features; Entering Fax Header Information; Entering Your Sender Name
16 Faxing a Document or Photo Setting Up Fax Features Before sending or receiving faxes, create a fax header and select your fax preferences. Note: To change other settings or print fax reports, see the online User’s Guide . Entering Fax Header Information You should enter your name and phone number...
Page 17 - Using the Keypad to Enter Numbers and Characters
Setting Up Fax Features 17 Using the Keypad to Enter Numbers and Characters When entering phone numbers and text in Fax mode, follow these guidelines: ■ To move the cursor, add a space, or delete a character: ■ To enter a fax number, use the numeric keypad. Use the # button to type the + symbol when...
Page 18 - Select Scan and Print Settings
18 Faxing a Document or Photo Select Scan and Print Settings Use these settings to adjust the image quality of incoming and outgoing faxes, select the paper size loaded in your NX300/305 Series, select the size at which faxes are printed, and choose the printed reports you want. 1. Press the Copy/Fa...
Page 19 - Setting Up a Speed Dial and Group Dial List; Creating a Speed Dial List; Creating a Group Dial List
Setting Up Fax Features 19 Setting Up a Speed Dial and Group Dial List You can create a speed dial list of fax numbers so you can quickly select them for faxing. You can also set up a group dial list to automatically send the same fax message to multiple speed dial numbers. You can create up to 60 c...
Page 20 - Printing Your Speed Dial List; Sending a Fax
20 Faxing a Document or Photo 5. Select or type the number of the entry you want to add, then press OK . 6. Use the numeric keypad to enter a name to identify the group dial entry (see page 17), then press OK . 7. Select or type the number of a speed dial entry to add and press * to add the entry to...
Page 22 - Receiving Faxes
22 Faxing a Document or Photo If you are scanning with the Automatic Document Feeder, your document is automatically scanned and faxed. If you placed your document on the scanner glass, you see this screen after the first page is scanned: If you need to fax additional pages, place your original on t...
Page 23 - Using the One-touch Dial Buttons
Using the One-touch Dial Buttons 23 To receive faxes manually, turn off the Auto Answer light and follow these steps: 1. When your telephone rings, lift the phone off the hook. You see this screen: 2. Press 2 to receive. 3. To receive the fax transmission, press 1 at the next screen. 4. After all th...
Page 24 - Printing From Your Computer; Printing in Windows
24 Printing From Your Computer Printing From Your Computer This section describes the basic steps for printing a document or photo stored on your Windows or Macintosh computer. For detailed instructions on printing, see the online User’s Guide . Before you start, make sure you’ve installed your prin...
Page 26 - Printing With a Macintosh
26 Printing From Your Computer 7. Click OK or Print to start printing. This window appears and shows the progress of your print job. Printing With a Macintosh See the section below for your Mac OS ® operating system. Mac OS X 10.5 or 10.6 1. Open a document or photo in an application, open the File ...
Page 30 - Selecting the Correct Paper Type
30 Printing From Your Computer 11. To monitor your print job, click the printer icon in the dock. Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Type (see page 25) or Media Type (see page 28) setting in your printer software so the ink coverage can be adjusted accordingly. For this paper/media ...
Page 31 - Scanning a Document or Photo; Basic Scanning; Windows
Scanning a Document or Photo 31 Scanning a Document or Photo You can use your Epson Stylus NX300/305 Series to scan original documents and photos and save them as digital files on your computer or other device. You can also convert your scanned documents to editable/searchable text using the include...
Page 33 - Scanning Multiple Pages
Scanning Multiple Pages 33 Scanning Multiple Pages You can scan a document and save it on your computer in PDF or another format. With the Automatic Document Feeder, you can scan up to 30 pages at a time. Note: For detailed scanning instructions, see the online User’s Guide . 1. Place your document ...
Page 34 - Checking the Print Head Nozzles
34 Maintaining Your Product Maintaining Your Product Follow the instructions in this chapter for checking and cleaning the print head nozzles and replacing ink cartridges. To align the print head, if necessary, see your online User’s Guide . Checking the Print Head Nozzles If your printouts are fain...
Page 35 - Cleaning the Print Head
Cleaning the Print Head 35 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 n...
Page 36 - Checking the Ink Cartridge Status
36 Maintaining Your Product Checking the Ink Cartridge Status You can check the ink cartridge status anytime using the NX300/305 Series display screen. To check the ink cartridge status with your Windows or Macintosh software, see the instructions in your online User’s Guide . Note: You cannot print...
Page 37 - Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges
Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 37 Purchasing Epson 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, ca...
Page 38 - Replacing Ink Cartridges
38 Maintaining Your Product Replacing Ink Cartridges Make sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones. Caution: Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are ready to install the ink. Cartridges are vacuum packed to m...
Page 40 - Solving Problems; Checking for Software Updates
40 Solving Problems Solving Problems If you have a problem with your NX300/305 Series, check the messages on the display screen to diagnose the cause. You can also check “Problems and Solutions” on page 41 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the User’s Guide icon on your computer ...
Page 41 - Error Indicators; Printing and Copying Problems
Error Indicators 41 Error Indicators Follow the instructions on the display screen to solve most common problems. If you see one of the error messages below, follow the steps here to proceed. Problems and Solutions Check the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your all-in-one. Note: If th...
Page 42 - Paper Feeding Problems
42 Solving Problems ■ Use the Automatic Document Feeder to fax or scan legal-size documents, but not to copy them. Letter-size paper is automatically selected for copying. If you copy a legal-size document, your image will be cropped. ■ Make sure your original is positioned against the back left cor...
Page 44 - Where to Get Help; Epson Technical Support; Internet Support; Speak to a Support Representative; Purchase Supplies and Accessories; ABBYY
44 Solving Problems Where to Get Help Epson Technical Support Internet Support Visit Epson’s support website at epson.com/support and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your quest...
Page 45 - Notices; Important Safety Instructions
Notices 45 Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your all-in-one, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the product label. ■ Use only the power cord that comes ...
Page 46 - LCD Screen Safety
46 Notices ■ Do not use aerosol products that contain flammable gases inside or around the printer. Doing so may cause fire. ■ Do not press too hard on the document table when placing the originals. ■ Do not open the scanner section while the product is in use. ■ Do not touch the flat white cable in...
Page 47 - Telephone Equipment Safety Instructions
Notices 47 Telephone Equipment Safety Instructions When using telephone equipment, you should always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following: ■ Do not use the Epson product near water. ■ Avoid using a telephone during a...
Page 49 - Declaration of Conformity
Notices 49 To find the Epson Authorized Reseller nearest you, visit our website at: http://www.epson.com. To find the Epson Customer Care Center nearest you, visit: http://epson.com/support. You can also write to:Epson America, Inc., P.O. Box 93012, Long Beach, CA 90809-3012 Declaration of Conformit...
Page 50 - FCC Compliance Statement; For United States Users
50 Notices FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the back side is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and the ringer equivalence number (REN) for this...
Page 52 - WARNING; For Canadian Users
52 Notices WARNING The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and...
Page 53 - Copyright Notice; Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials
Notices 53 Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. Th...
