Page 2 - Contents
2 Contents Contents Wireless Network Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Installing for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Setting up Additional Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 3 - Solving Problems; Checking for Software Updates; Notices
Contents 3 Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Checking for Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 4 - Wireless Network Setup; Installing for the First Time; Windows; If you see the AutoPlay window, click; Mac OS
4 Wireless Network Setup Wireless Network Setup This section provides detailed instructions for setting up your printer on a wireless network. Note: If you’re having trouble setting up your wireless printer, see “Network Problems” on page 44. ■ If this is the first time that you’re installing the pr...
Page 5 - and click
Installing for the First Time 5 3. When you see this screen, click Install . 4. When you see this screen, select Wireless and click Next .
Page 6 - click; Skip to “Setting Up With the Printer Buttons” on
6 Wireless Network Setup 5. When you see this screen, select Set up this printer for the first time , then click Next . 6. For Mac OS X 10.6: Skip to “Setting Up With the Printer Buttons” on page 10. You can’t set up your printer using a temporary USB connection. 7. When you see this screen, select ...
Page 7 - If you selected; “Setting Up With a Temporary USB Cable” below.; “Setting Up With the Printer Buttons” on page 10.; Setting Up With a Temporary USB Cable
Installing for the First Time 7 8. Do one of the following: ■ If you selected Temporarily connect USB cable , continue with “Setting Up With a Temporary USB Cable” below. ■ If you selected Select settings using printer buttons , continue with “Setting Up With the Printer Buttons” on page 10. Setting...
Page 8 - When you see the Firewall Warning screen, click; the list, then click
8 Wireless Network Setup 4. When you see the Firewall Warning screen, click Next . Note: If you see a firewall alert message, click Unblock or Allow to let EpsonNet Setup continue. Do not select Ask Me Later , Keep Blocking , or Block . 5. If you see a screen like the following, select your network ...
Page 9 - then click; printer and your computer.
Installing for the First Time 9 6. If you see a screen like the following, enter your security key or passphrase, then click Next . Note: If your security key contains uppercase or lowercase letters, enter them correctly. 7. Wait while EpsonNet Setup configures your printer for the network. 8. Follo...
Page 10 - Setting Up With the Printer Buttons
10 Wireless Network Setup 10. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the rest of your software. When installation is complete, remove the CD. To set up additional computers to print to the NX420 Series, see “Setting up Additional Computers” on page 14. Setting Up With the Printer Buttons 1. Fo...
Page 11 - If your wireless network doesn’t have security enabled, click; and
Installing for the First Time 11 3. When you see this screen, do one of the following: ■ If your wireless network has security enabled, use the printer’s buttons to enter your network password. If your password has uppercase or lowercase letters, be sure to enter it correctly. ■ If your wireless net...
Page 12 - When you see the Firewall Warning screen, click
12 Wireless Network Setup 7. When you see the Firewall Warning screen, click Next . Note: If you see a firewall alert message, click Unblock or Allow to let EpsonNet Setup continue. Do not select Ask Me Later , Keep Blocking , or Block . 8. Wait while EpsonNet Setup configures your printer for the n...
Page 13 - Entering Your SSID Manually
Installing for the First Time 13 10. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the rest of your software. When installation is complete, remove the CD. To set up additional computers to print to the printer, see “Setting up Additional Computers” on page 14. Entering Your SSID Manually If your...
Page 14 - Setting up Additional Computers; Windows 7 and Windows Vista:
14 Wireless Network Setup 3. When you’re done entering your network name, press x Start . 4. Continue with step 3 on page 11 to enter your network password. Setting up Additional Computers 1. Insert the printer software CD. 2. Windows 7 and Windows Vista: If you see the AutoPlay window, click Run Se...
Page 16 - When you see the Firewall Warning screen, click
16 Wireless Network Setup 8. When you see the Firewall Warning screen, click Next . Note: If you see a firewall alert message, click Unblock or Allow to let EpsonNet Setup continue. Do not select Ask Me Later , Keep Blocking , or Block . 9. If you see a screen like this one, select the printer you w...
Page 17 - When installation is complete, remove the CD.
Setting up Additional Computers 17 11. When you see the Installation Complete screen, print a test page, then click Finish . 12. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the rest of your software. When installation is complete, remove the CD.
Page 18 - Loading Paper; Open the paper support and pull up the extensions.; Squeeze the edge guide as you slide it all the way to the left.
18 Loading Paper Loading Paper You can print documents and photos on a variety of paper types and sizes. For details, see page 20. 1. Open the paper support and pull up the extensions. 2. Open the output tray, pull out the extensions, and raise the paper stopper. Note: If you’re using legal-size pap...
Page 19 - User’s Guide
Loading Paper 19 4. Load paper against the right edge and behind the tab with the glossy or printable side face up. (Load letterhead or pre-printed paper top edge first.) You can load up to 120 sheets of letter- or A4-size plain paper, 80 sheets of matte, or 20 sheets of photo paper. Load other pape...
Page 20 - Using Special Papers; at
20 Loading Paper Using Special Papers Epson offers a wide array of high quality papers, making it easy to maximize the impact of your photos, presentations, and creative projects. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central SM at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epso...
Page 22 - Copying a Document or Photo; Placing Originals on the Glass; glass, with the top facing into the front right corner.
22 Copying a Document or Photo Copying a Document or Photo Follow the instructions in this section to position your originals correctly on the scanner glass and make color or black-and-white copies. Placing Originals on the Glass 1. Open the document cover and place your original face-down on the sc...
Page 23 - Copying Documents and Photos
Copying Documents and Photos 23 Copying Documents and Photos You can copy documents and photos onto letter- or A4-size plain paper or Epson special paper or 4 × 6-inch Epson photo paper. 1. Load paper in the sheet feeder (see page 18). 2. Place your original document on the scanner glass (see page 2...
Page 24 - Printing From a Memory Card; See the online; Inserting the Card; If your printer is connected to a Macintosh, drag the
24 Printing From a Memory Card Printing From a Memory Card Your Epson printer lets you print photos directly from your digital camera’s memory card; just insert it into the memory card slot and you’re ready to print. See the online User’s Guide for instructions on copying memory card files between y...
Page 25 - Printing Photos From the LCD Screen
Printing Photos From the LCD Screen 25 Printing Photos From the LCD Screen You can select individual photos for printing as you view them on the LCD display screen. 1. Load several sheets of 4 × 6-inch Epson photo paper (various types available; see page 20). 2. Press the Print photos button. 3. Pre...
Page 26 - Printing From Your Computer; Printing in Windows; Open a photo or document in a Windows program.
26 Printing From Your Computer Printing From Your Computer This section describes the basic steps for printing a photo or document 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 27 - correct paper; setting for the paper you are using (see page 31 for; tab and select settings as necessary.; to save your settings.
Printing in Windows 27 4. On the Main tab, select the basic print settings. Make sure you choose the correct paper Type setting for the paper you are using (see page 31 for details). Note: For quick access to the most common settings, click the Shortcuts tab and select one of the presets. You can cr...
Page 28 - Printing With a Macintosh
28 Printing From Your Computer 8. Click OK or Print to start printing. This window appears and shows the progress of your print job. Printing With a Macintosh Follow the steps below to print from Mac OS X 10.5 to 10.6. Note: If you’re printing from Mac OS X 10.4, see your online User’s Guide for pri...
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Printing With a Macintosh 29 5. Select basic copy and page settings. For borderless printing, choose a Paper Size setting with a Sheet Feeder - Borderless option. Note: If the setting you want isn’t shown (for example, Scale ), check for it in your application before printing. Or check for it in the...
Page 30 - from the pop-up menu, and select the following print; button to change additional settings.
30 Printing From Your Computer 6. Choose Print Settings from the pop-up menu, and select the following print settings: 7. Choose any other printing options you may need from the pop-up menu. See the online User’s Guide for details. 8. Click the Advanced button to change additional settings. Note: Fo...
Page 31 - To monitor your print job, click the; Selecting the Correct Paper Type; Select the correct
Selecting the Correct Paper Type 31 10. To monitor your print job, click the printer icon in the dock. Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Type (see page 27) or Media Type (see page 28) setting in your printer software. This tells your Epson printer what kind of paper you’re using, s...
Page 32 - Scanning a Document or Photo; Quick Scanning With the Scan Button
32 Scanning a Document or Photo Scanning a Document or Photo You can use your Epson Stylus NX420 Series to scan a photo or document and save it on your computer. The u Scan button lets you scan quickly using preselected settings, or you can use the Epson Scan software to access more advanced feature...
Page 33 - Scanning With Epson Scan Software
Scanning With Epson Scan Software 33 5. Do one of the following: ■ If your printer is connected directly to your computer with a USB cable, press x Start to select USB Connection . ■ If your printer is connected to a wireless network, press l or r until you see your computer name, then press x Start...
Page 34 - Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6
34 Scanning a Document or Photo You see the Epson Scan window: 4. Select Full Auto Mode as the Mode setting in the upper right corner. (If you are in Home, Office, or Professional Mode, you see a different Epson Scan window.) 5. If you want to restore faded color in a photo or make other corrections...
Page 35 - Restoring and Correcting Photos; options in Epson Scan’s Full Auto Mode. In Home and; to remove shadows
Restoring and Correcting Photos 35 Restoring and Correcting Photos You can automatically transform a faded, dusty, or badly exposed color photo into one with true-to-life color and sharpness as you scan. Use the Color Restoration and Dust Removal options in Epson Scan’s Full Auto Mode. In Home and P...
Page 36 - Maintaining Your Printer; Checking the Print Head Nozzles; button on the printer’s control panel.; If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, press; to clean the print head
36 Maintaining Your Printer Maintaining Your Printer 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 . Caution: To keep your printer looking like new, don’t plac...
Page 37 - Cleaning the Print Head; or; cleaning cycle and check the nozzles again.
Cleaning the Print Head 37 Cleaning the Print Head If print quality has declined and the nozzle check pattern 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, a...
Page 38 - Checking Ink Levels; You can check ink cartridge levels using your printer software:; folder on your hard drive, then open the; . Select your Epson printer and click; Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges
38 Maintaining Your Printer Checking Ink Levels If an ink cartridge is expended, you see a message on your printer’s LCD display screen: Note: You cannot print or copy when an ink cartridge is expended even if the other cartridges are not expended. Replace any expended cartridges before printing or ...
Page 39 - Replacing Ink Cartridges; If an ink cartridge is expended, you see a message; press
Replacing Ink Cartridges 39 Note: We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage. Yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of use, and...
Page 40 - Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift it up. Dispose
40 Maintaining Your Printer 3. Open the scanner, and open the cartridge cover. 4. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift it up. Dispose of it carefully. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it. Warning: If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink g...
Page 41 - cover and push it down until it clicks into place.; to begin charging the ink. This takes
Replacing Ink Cartridges 41 7. Insert the new ink cartridge into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place. 8. Once you replace all the cartridges that need replacing, close the cartridge cover and push it down until it clicks into place. 9. Close the scanner. 10. Press OK to begin char...
Page 43 - Error Indicators
Error Indicators 43 Error Indicators If you see one of the error codes below, follow the steps here to proceed. Note: When an error code appears, it will be located in the upper-right corner of the LCD display screen. Error code Problem and solution I-01 Paper is out or multiple pages have fed. Load...
Page 44 - Problems and Solutions; Network Problems
44 Solving Problems Problems and Solutions Check the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your Epson printer. Network Problems The printer cannot find or connect to the wireless router or access point ■ Try connecting to the wireless router or access point with your computer or another dev...
Page 45 - in; Print a Network Status Sheet; button on the printer’s control panel to enter the Setup
Problems and Solutions 45 The printer does not appear in the Add Printer window (Mac OS X) Make sure the printer driver was installed correctly and that your computer’s TCP/IP settings are configured correctly. Cannot print over the network ■ Make sure that the printer is turned on and the green WiF...
Page 46 - Printing and Copying Problems; Print Quality Problems; Make sure your paper isn’t damp or curled.
46 Solving Problems Printing and Copying Problems ■ Make sure your original is positioned in the front right corner of the glass. If the edges are cropped, move your original away from the edges slightly. ■ Make sure your paper is loaded short edge first and is positioned against the right side with...
Page 47 - Clean the print head as described on page 37.
Problems and Solutions 47 ■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the control panel or in your printer software (see page 31). ■ For the best print quality, use Epson special paper (see page 20) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 38). ■ If y...
Page 48 - Where to Get Help; Internet Support; Visit Epson’s support website at; Speak to a Support Representative; Product serial number (located on the label in back); Purchase Supplies and Accessories
48 Solving Problems Where to Get Help Internet Support Visit Epson’s support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson wit...
Page 49 - Important Safety Instructions
Notices 49 Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your Epson printer, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on your Epson printer. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer label. ■ Use only the power cord t...
Page 50 - Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions
50 Notices ■ Except as specifically explained in your documentation, do not attempt to service the printer yourself. ■ Unplug the printer 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...
Page 51 - FCC Compliance Statement; For United States Users; WARNING
Notices 51 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential ...
Page 52 - Declaration of Conformity
52 Notices Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for: Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: Epson America, Inc. Located at: MS 3-133840 Kilroy Airport WayLong Beach, CA 90806Telephone: (562) 29...
Page 55 - Copyright Notice; Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials
Notices 55 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...
