Epson CX8400 User Manual

Epson Stylus® CX8400 Series

Quick Guide

Basic Copying, Printing, and Scanning

Maintaining Your All-in-One

Solving Problems

Contents

Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5
Using Special Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	7

Copying a Document or Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Placing the Original on the Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Copying a Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Copying a Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Restoring Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Printing From a Memory Card or Digital Camera . . . . . . . . .	14
Printing From a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14
Printing From a Digital Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	21
Printing From Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	23
Printing in Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	23
Printing With a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	25
Selecting the Correct Paper Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	27
Scanning a Document or Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	28
Basic Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	28
Restoring and Correcting Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	29

Maintaining Your All-in-One . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Checking the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Checking Ink Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

2 Contents

Solving Problems

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Checking for Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

3

Introduction

After you have set up your Epson Stylus® CX8400 Series all-in-one as described on the Start Here sheet, turn here to:

■Load paper

■Make a copy of a document or photo

■Print from a memory card or digital camera

■Get the basic steps for printing from your computer

■Scan a document or photo and restore or correct the color

■Perform routine maintenance

■Solve simple problems

This book tells you how to do most of these things without ever turning on your computer! Of course, your CX8400 Series can do a lot more when you connect it to your Windows® or Macintosh® computer. For additional instructions, see the on-screen User’s Guide by double-clicking the icon for it on your desktop.

Please follow these guidelines as you read your CX8400 Series instructions:

Warning:

Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

Caution:

Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

Note:

Notes contain important information about your CX8400 Series.

Tip:

Tips contain hints for better copying, scanning, and printing.

4

Loading Paper

You can print documents and photos on a variety of paper types and sizes. For details, see page 7.

1.Open the paper support and flip up the extension. Then open the output tray and pull out the extensions.

2.Flip the feeder guard up, then press in the tab on the edge guide and slide it left.

Loading Paper 5

3.Insert the paper, glossy or printable side up, against the right side and beneath the tab. (Load letterhead or pre-printed paper top edge first.)

Always load paper short edge first, even for landscape printing.

You can load up to 120 sheets of plain paper, 80 sheets of matte, 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 the best results, you’ll want to use one of Epson’s special ink jet papers designed for your printer. For example, your photos will look great printed on Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy (see page 7 for more information).

4.Slide the edge guide against the paper, but not too tightly. Then flip the feeder guard down.

Note:

For instructions on loading envelopes, see your on-screen User’s Guide.

6 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 CentralSM 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, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).

			Part	Sheet
	Paper type	Size	number	count
	Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper	Borderless 4 × 6 inches	S041934	50
	Glossy		S042181	60
			S042174	100
		Borderless 5 × 7 inches	S041945	20
		Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041935	20
			S042182	25
			S042175	50
	Epson Premium Photo Paper	Borderless 4 × 6 inches	S041808	40
	Glossy		S041727	100
		Borderless 5 × 7 inches	S041464	20
		Borderless 8 × 10 inches	S041465	20
		Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041286	20
			S042183	25
			S041667	50
	Epson Premium Photo Paper	Borderless 4 × 6 inches	S041982	40
	Semi-gloss
		Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041331	20
	Epson Photo Paper Glossy	Borderless 4 × 6 inches	S041809	50
			S042038	100
		Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041141	20
			S041649	50
			S041271	100
	Epson Bright White Paper	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041586	500
	Epson Premium Presentation	Borderless 8 × 10 inches	S041467	50
	Paper Matte
		Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041257	50
			S042180	100

Using Special Papers 7

		Part	Sheet
Paper type	Size	number	count
Epson Premium Presentation	Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)	S041568	50
Paper Matte Double-sided
Epson Presentation Paper Matte	Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)	S041062	100
	Legal (8.5 x 14 inches)	S041067	100
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive	A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches)	S041106	10
Sheets
Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer	Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)	S041153	10
Paper

8 Loading Paper

Copying a Document or Photo

Follow the instructions in this section to position your originals correctly on the glass and make color or black and white copies.

Placing the Original on the Glass

1.Open the document cover and place your original face-down on the glass, with the top facing into the front right corner.

Move the photo or document slightly away from the edges.

2. Close the cover gently so you don’t move the original.

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Copying a Document

You can copy documents onto letteror A4-size plain paper or Epson special paper just like you would on a copy machine.

1.Press the P On button to turn on the CX8400 Series.

2.Load letteror A4-size plain paper or Epson special paper in the sheet feeder (see page 5).

3.Place your original document on the document table (see page 9).

4.Press the Copy button to enter copy mode.

5.To print more than 1 copy, press + or – to select the number (up to 99).

6.Press l or r to select Color or B&W copies.

7.Press d, then press r to change the layout.

Select With Border to leave a small margin around the image or select Borderless to expand the image all the way to the edge of the paper (slight cropping may occur).

Note:

The layout setting must be set to With Border to select Plain Paper.

8.To change any of the other print settings, press Menu and select your settings (see page 13 for details). When you’re done, press OK.

9.Press x Start to begin copying.

To cancel copying, press y Stop/Clear Settings.

10 Copying a Document or Photo

Copying a Photo

You can copy photos onto 4 × 6-inch, 5 × 7-inch, letter-size, or A4-size Epson photo paper (various types available) for instant photo reprints. You can also print with or without borders and convert color photos to black and white.

1.Press the P On button to turn on the CX8400 Series.

2.Load 4 × 6-inch, 5 × 7-inch, letter-, or A4-size Epson photo paper in the sheet feeder (see page 5).

3.Place your original photo on the document table (see page 9).

4.Press the Copy button.

5.To print more than 1 copy, press + or – to select the number (up to 99).

6.Press l or r to select Color or B&W copies.

7.Press d, then press r to change the layout.

Select With Border to leave a small margin around the image or select Borderless to expand the image all the way to the edge of the paper (slight cropping may occur).

Note:

The layout setting must be set to With Border to select Plain Paper.

8.To change any other print settings, press Menu and select your settings (see page 13 for details). When you’re done, press OK.

9.Press x Start to begin copying.

To cancel copying, press y Stop/Clear Settings.

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Restoring Photos

You can restore old, faded 4 × 6-inch and 5 × 7-inch photos to their original brilliance. You can also make copies or edits of single or multiple photos.

1.Press the P On button to turn on the CX8400 Series.

2.Load 4 × 6-inch, 5 × 7-inch, A4or letter-size Epson photo paper.

3.Place your original photo on the document table.

Note:

You can copy up to 2 photos at the same time. Place them 0.2 inches (5 mm) apart.

4.Press the Restore button, and press OK.

5.To turn on Color Restoration, press r and select On and press OK. (If your photo is not faded, do not turn on Color Restoration.)

6.Press OK again to prescan your photo. You see these settings over a preview of your photo:

7.To print more than 1 copy, press + or – to select the number.

8.If you want to crop your photos and enlarge the resulting image area to fit onto your paper, press

Display/Crop.

■To resize the image area, press + or –.

■To move the image area, use the arrow buttons.

■To check the zoomed image, press OK.

After you are done cropping your photo, press OK.

9.To change print settings, press Menu and select your settings (see page 13). When you’re done, press OK.

10.Press x Start to begin copying.

To cancel copying, press y Stop/Clear Settings.

12 Copying a Document or Photo

Copy and Restore Mode Print Settings

■To adjust the copy size, select Zoom (reduction/enlargement) and choose Actual (to select a percentage using + or –) or Auto Fit Page

(to automatically size the image to fit your paper).

■To change the paper type, select Paper Type and choose the type of paper you loaded.

Paper type	Paper Type setting
Plain paper	Plain Paper
Epson Bright White Paper
Epson Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte	Matte
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy	Prem. Glossy
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy	Ultra Glossy
Epson Photo Paper Glossy	Photo Paper

■To change the paper size, select Paper Size and choose the size you loaded.

Note:

Paper Size options depend on the Paper Type you choose.

■To change the print quality, select Quality and choose Draft, Standard, or

Best.

Note:

For photos, the default setting for Quality is Standard.

■To adjust the darkness or lightness of the print, select Density and choose a higher (darker) or lower (lighter) setting.

■To adjust the amount of image expansion when printing borderless photos, select Expansion and choose Standard, Min, or Mid.

Note:

You may see white borders on your printed photo if you use the Min setting.

Restoring Photos 13

Printing From a Memory Card or Digital Camera

The Epson Stylus CX8400 Series all-in-one lets you print photos from:

■Your digital camera’s memory card (see below)

■Your camera itself (see page 21)

Printing From a Memory Card

The CX8400 Series lets you print color photos directly from your digital camera’s memory card; just insert it into one of the memory card slots and you’re ready to print.

If your digital camera supports DPOF™ (Digital Print Order Format), you can pre-select the photos you want to print while the card is still in the camera. Then, when you insert the card in the CX8400 Series, you can print them.

See these sections:

■“Compatible Cards and Image Formats” on page 15

■“Inserting the Card” on page 16

■“Selecting Individual Photos for Printing” on page 17

■“Selecting All Photos for Printing” on page 17

■“Printing Photos From an Index Sheet” on page 18

■“Printing Photos Pre-selected in Your Camera (DPOF)” on page 20

■“Memory Card Mode Print Settings” on page 20

See the User’s Guide for instructions on copying memory card files between your CX8400 Series and a computer; printing photos by date; and printing photos from a slide show.

14 Printing From a Memory Card or Digital Camera

Compatible Cards and Image Formats

You can use the following types of cards with your CX8400 Series:

Right slot		Slot	Type of card
		Right slot	CompactFlash® Type I and II
			Microdrive™
		Left slot	SD™
			SDHC™
			miniSD™*
			miniSDHC*
			microSD*
			microSDHC*
Left slot			MultiMediaCard™
			Memory Stick™
			Memory Stick Duo™*
			Memory Stick PRO™
			Memory Stick PRO Duo™*
			Memory Stick Micro*
			MagicGate™ Memory Stick
			MagicGate Memory Stick Duo™*
			xD-Picture Card™
			xD-Picture Card Type H
			xD-Picture Card Type M

* Adapter required

The CX8400 Series supports image files that meet the following requirements:

Media format	DCF version 1.0 or 2.0 compliant*
File format	JPEG
	Supports Exif version 2.21
Image size	80 × 80 pixels to 9200 × 9200 pixels
Number of files	Up to 999

*DCF is the “Design rule for Camera File system” standard

Note:

You can print only in color when printing directly from a memory card; you cannot print in black and white.

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