Epson EPL-5700i Setup Guide

Contents

Introduction 1

Unpack the Printer 2

Attach the Paper Tray 4

Connect the Printer 6

Install the Software 8

For Macintosh 8

For Windows 98 with USB Connection 12

For Windows with Parallel Connection 16

Print a Test Page 18

System Requirements 19

Safety Instructions 20

Additional Precautions 26

Where to Get Help 28

Introduction

Follow each of these steps in this guide to get your
EPSON EPL-5700i up and running:

Unpack the Printer

1

Attach the Paper Tray

2

Connect the Printer

3

Install the Software

4

Also be sure to check the System Requirements

and follow all the Safety Instructions
in the back of this guide.

See your Reference Guide for detailed information on
using your printer.

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Step 1

Make sure you have
a USB or parallel
cable to connect the
printer to your
computer.

Unpack the Printer

Unpack the printer from its box and check for

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these items:

®

®

EPL-5700i

EPL-5700i

EPSON

Setup
Guide

EPSON

Setup Guide

Reference Guide

Reference

Guide

Printer Software

CD-ROM

power cord

printer

paper tray

Remove these two strips of tape:

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developer cartridge
and photoconductor
unit (both already
installed)

Be sure to check for
other tape or packing
material, which may
be in slightly different
locations on your
printer.

Pull the tab straight out as shown below. Lift the

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front edge of the printer and pull firmly to remove

the tab.

Place the printer near your computer and an available

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grounded outlet, but avoid areas:

• with high temperature or humidity

• in direct sunlight or dusty conditions

• near sources of heat or electromagnetic

interference, such as the base of a cordless

telephone

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Step 2

Attach the Paper Tray

Remove any protective tape you see on the paper tray.

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Then lift off the cover and set it aside.

Insert the paper tray into the printer as shown.

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Push it all the way in until it locks.

paper guides

paper tray

Slide the blue paper guides apart. Then load a stack

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of paper (no more than 150 sheets).

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Place the cover on the paper tray.

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Raise the output tray extension until you feel it lock.

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Step 3

Connect the Printer

Make sure the printer and computer are turned off.

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CAUTION

Avoid using outlets on
the same circuit with
large motors or other
major appliances that
might disrupt the
power supply.

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Plug the power cord into the back of the printer.

Then plug the other end into a grounded electrical

outlet.

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3 Connect the printer to your computer.

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• If you’re using a USB cable, plug the square end of

the cable into your printer as shown. Then plug the
other end into your computer’s USB connector or a
first-tier USB hub.

• If you’re using a parallel cable, connect it to your

printer as shown. Then connect the other end to your
computer’s main parallel connector (LPT1).

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Step 4

Install the Software

CAUTION

Turn off all virus
protection programs
before you install your
printer software.

Follow the steps below to install the software that makes
your printer work. For Windows® 98 with a USB connection,
see page 12. For Windows with a parallel connection, see
page 16.

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For Macintosh

If you have an iMac, you may need to update your system

before installing your printer software.

• If your iMac is running OS 8.1, you must install

Apple’s iMac Update 1.0.

• If your iMac is running OS 8.5 or 8.5.1, Apple

recommends that you install iMac Update 1.1.

Download the update for your system from Apple at
http://swupdates.info.apple.com. Contact Apple if you have
problems installing the update.

To find out which operating system your iMac is running,
select About This Computer in the Apple menu.

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Follow these steps to install the printer software on your
Macintosh:

1. Make sure your printer and computer are connected and

turned off.

2. Turn on your computer and wait until you see the desktop

icons. Then turn on your EPSON printer.

3. Insert your printer software CD-ROM. After a moment,

the CD-ROM opens on your desktop.

4. Double-click your printer’s installer icon. You see the

following screen:

5. Click Install, then on the next screen click Continue.

6. After installation is complete, click Restart to restart

your computer.

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After installing the printer software, you need to select your
printer in the Chooser:

1. Make sure your printer is on.

2. From the Apple menu, select Chooser.

3. Click the EPL-5700i icon and make sure your printer’s

USB port is selected.

When background
printing is on, you can
continue to use your
Macintosh while it is
preparing a
document for printing.

4. Turn on background printing if you want.

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To make sure your printer is installed correctly, you can print
a test page:

1. With the Chooser open, click Setup.

2. Click Status Sheet.

3. To print the status sheet, click Status Sheet.

4. After the status sheet prints, close the Chooser.

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For Windows 98 with USB Connection

1. Make sure your printer and computer are connected and

turned off.

2. Turn on your computer and printer, and wait until you

see the Add New Hardware Wizard:

3. Insert your printer software CD-ROM and click Next.

You see the following screen:

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4. Select Search for the best driver for your device and

click Next. You see the following screen:

5. Select Specify a location, then click Browse to locate

the Win98 folder on your CD-ROM.

6. Click Next. Windows finds the USB software.

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7. Click Next. Windows finishes installing the USB

software.

8. At the final screen, click Finish.

Windows detects your printer and displays the following
screen:

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9. Click Next to install your printer driver.

10. Select Search for the best driver for your device and

click Next.

11. Make sure the Win98 folder is selected under Specify a

location. Then click Next and follow the on-screen
instructions to finish installing your printer software.

12. When installation is complete, remove the CD-ROM

from your CD-ROM drive.

13. Restart your system.

If you want to test your printer to make sure it’s installed
correctly, go to “Print a Test Page” on page 18.

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For Windows with Parallel Connection

1. Turn on your computer and wait until you see the

Windows desktop icons, then insert your printer software
CD-ROM.

2. Double-click the My Computer icon on your

desktop, double-click the Epson CD-ROM icon,
then double-click Setup.exe. You see the EPSON
Printer Utility Setup screen:

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3. Make sure your printer is selected in the setup screen and

click OK.

When installation is complete, you see the following:

4. Click OK.

5. Remove the CD-ROM from your CD-ROM drive.

6. Restart your system.

If you want to test your printer to make sure it’s installed
correctly, continue on to the next section.

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Print a Test Page

To make sure your printer is installed correctly, you can print
a test page by following these steps:

1. Make sure your printer is turned on.

2. Click Start, point to Settings, and click Printers.

3. Right-click the EPL-5700i printer icon and choose

Properties.

If you are running
Windows NT®, click

Document Defaults
instead of Properties.

4. Click Basic Settings and check to see that the following

settings match the type of paper you have loaded into
your printer:

• Paper Size

• Orientation (Portrait or Landscape)

• Print Quality

• Paper Source

5. Click the Optional Settings tab.

6. Click the Status Sheet button. The printer starts

printing a status sheet.

7. Click OK to close the dialog box.

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System Requirements

For Macintosh Users:

• Apple iMac or Power Macintosh® G3 computer with USB port

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• For iMac: Mac

For Power Macintosh G3: Mac OS 8.5 or later

Note: If your iMac is running OS 8.1, you’ll need to update your
system as described on page 8 of this guide.

• At least 32MB of RAM (64MB recommended)

• At least 6MB of hard disk space

• VGA, Super VGA, or better display adapter and monitor

• Double-speed (or faster) CD-ROM drive for installing the

printer software

• Shielded USB “AB” cable from Series A (computer) to

Series B (printer), up to 6.5 feet (2 meters) long

For Windows Users:

• IBM® compatible PC with a 100 MHz Pentium processor or

higher

• Microsoft Windows 98 (for USB connection) or Windows 95,

98, or NT 4.0 (for parallel connection)

• At least 16MB of RAM (64MB recommended)

• At least 10MB of hard disk space

• VGA, Super VGA, or better display adapter and monitor

• Double-speed (or faster) CD-ROM drive for installing the

printer software

• For parallel connection: high-speed, bidirectional, IEEE-1284

compliant parallel cable (6 to 10 feet long); the cable must
have a D-SUB, 25-pin, male connector for your computer and
a 36-pin, Centronics

For USB connection: a computer running Windows 98 with a
Windows 98 compliant USB port and a shielded USB “AB”
cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer), up to

6.5 feet (2 meters) long

OS 8.1 or later

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compatible connector for the printer

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Safety Instructions

Follow these precautions when operating your printer:

Laser Safety

This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation
Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that
the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation.

Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined
within protective housings and external covers, the laser
beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of
user operation.

CDRH Regulations

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH)
of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented
regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. Compliance
is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.
The label shown below indicates compliance with the
CDRH regulations and must be attached to laser products
marketed in the United States.

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Laser Safety Labels

Warning:

Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures other
than those specified in this guide may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.

Your printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC 825
specifications. The label shown below is attached in
countries where required.

Internal Laser Radiation

Maximum Radiation Power: 0.73 mW at laser aperture of

the print head unit

Wavelength: 770 to 810 nm

This product employs a Class IIIb Laser Diode. The Laser
Diode and Scanning Polygon Mirror are incorporated in the
print head unit. The print head unit is NOT A FIELD
SERVICE ITEM. The print head unit should not be opened
under any circumstance.

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Ozone Safety

Ozone emission

Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the
printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is
printing.

Ozone exposure limit

The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 parts per
million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted
concentration over an eight (8) hour period.

The EPL-5700i laser printer generates less than 0.01 ppm for
eight hours of continuous printing when considering a closed
room of approximately 1000 cubic feet (8' x 10' x 12').

Minimize the risk

To minimize the risk of exposure to ozone, you should avoid
the following conditions:

• Use of multiple laser printers in a confined area

(see above)

• Operation in conditions of extremely low humidity

• Poor room ventilation

• Continuous printing for a long period combined with

any of the above

Printer location

The printer should be located so that the exhaust gases and
heat generated are:

• Not blown directly into the user’s face

• Vented directly out of the building whenever possible

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Other Safety Instructions

• Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked

CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact. If the printer
has been in use, the fuser can be very hot.

CAUTION
Hot Surface Avoid Contact

• Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless

instructed to do so in this guide.

• Try not to touch the toner and avoid all contact with

your eyes.

• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the

printer.

• Unplug the printer from the electrical outlet before

cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners.

• Do not use the printer near water.

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• Do not place the printer on an unstable cart, stand, or

table.

• Slots and openings, located on the sides and bottom of

the printer, are provided for ventilation. Keep these
slots and openings clear to allow proper ventilation.
Avoid placing the printer on a bed, sofa or other soft
surface, or in a small enclosed area, as this restricts
proper ventilation.

• Connect your printer to the correct power supply. Your

printer’s power requirements are indicated on a label
attached to the printer. If you are not sure of the power
supply specifications in your area, contact your local
power company or consult your dealer.

• If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,

contact an electrician.

• Do not put your printer where the power cord will be

stepped on.

• If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure

the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the
extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating.
Also, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices
plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall
outlet’s ampere rating.

• Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as

they may touch high voltage points or short out parts
that could result in fire or electric shock.

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• Never spill liquid of any kind on the printer.

• Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not

attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or
removing covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may
expose you to high voltage or other risks. Refer all
servicing in those compartments to a qualified service
representative.

• Unplug this printer from the wall outlet and refer

servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:

- When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

- If liquid has been spilled into it.

- If it has been exposed to rain or water.

- If it does not operate normally when the operating

instructions are followed.

- If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been

damaged.

- If it exhibits a distinct change in performance,

indicating a need for service.

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Additional Precautions

To avoid damaging your printer, follow these guidelines:

• Never force the printer’s components into place.

Although the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough
handling can damage it.

• When removing the developer cartridge, never touch

the developing roller under the flap; otherwise, the print
quality will decline.

• Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its

side.

• When handling the cartridge, always set it on a clean,

smooth surface.

• Do not attempt to modify or take apart the cartridge. It

cannot be refilled.

• Do not use a cartridge for at least one hour after moving

it from a cool to a warm environment.

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• Adjust only those controls that are covered by the

operating instructions, as improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and may require repairs by
a qualified service representative.

• When removing or installing a new photoconductor

unit, avoid exposing it to light. The green cylinder,
visible through the openings in the unit, is a light­sensitive drum. If the photoconductor unit is out of the
printer for a long period, covering it with an opaque
cloth prevents extended exposure to light and possible
damage. Exposure to light will damage the drum,
resulting in dark or light areas on the printed page and
may shorten the service life of the unit.

• Be sure not to scratch the surface of the drum. When

you remove the photoconductor unit from the printer,
always set the unit on a clean, smooth surface. Also,
avoid touching the drum, as oils from your skin can
permanently damage its surface and may affect print
quality.

• To get the best print quality, do not store the

photoconductor unit in an area subject to direct
sunlight, dust, salty air, or corrosive gases (such as
ammonia). Avoid locations subject to extremes or rapid
changes of temperature or humidity. Also, be sure to
keep the consumable components out of the reach of
children.

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Where to Get Help

If you need help with your printer or its software, see the
contact information below.

EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic
support services and automated telephone services 24 hours a
day, as listed in the following tables:

Electronic support services

Service

World Wide Web

EPSON Internet
FTP Site

EPSON Forum on
CompuServe

®

Access

From the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s
Home Page at
http://www.epson.com.

If you have Internet FTP capability, use
your Web browser (or other software for
FTP downloading) to log onto

ftp.epson.com with the user name
anonymous and your e-mail address as the

password.

Members of CompuServe can type GO
EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the
Epson America Forum. For a free
introductory CompuServe membership,
call [phone] and ask for
representative #529.

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Automated telephone services

Service

EPSON
SoundAdvice

SM

Access

For pre-recorded answers to commonly
asked questions about EPSON products 24
hours a day, seven days a week, call
(800)␣ 922-8911.

EPSON
FaxAdvice

TM

Access EPSON’s technical information
library by calling (800)␣ 922-8911. You must
provide a return fax number to use this
service.

EPSON Referral
Service

For the location of your nearest Authorized
EPSON Reseller or Customer Care Center,
call [phone].

To speak to a technical support representative, dial:

• U.S.: [phone], 6␣

through Friday and 7␣

• Canada: [phone], 6␣

through Friday and 7␣

AM to 8␣ PM, Pacific Time, Monday

AM to 4␣ PM, Saturday

AM to 8␣ PM, Pacific Time, Monday

AM to 4␣ PM, Saturday

Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Before you call, please have the following information ready:

• Product name (EPL-5700i)

• Product serial number (located on the back of the printer)

• Computer configuration

• Description of the problem

You can purchase cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from
EPSON Accessories at (800)␣ 873-7766 or visit our website at
www.epsonsupplies.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call
(800)␣ 873-7766 for dealer referral.

If you need help using another manufacturer’s software with an
EPSON product, see the documentation for that software for
technical support information.

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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: 20770 Madrona Avenue

MS: B2-11

Torrance, CA 90503

Telephone : [phone]

Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the

FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed, is identical to the representative unit tested and

found to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being

produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on a

statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this

device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

Trade Name: EPSON

Type of Product: Laser Printer

Model: L270D

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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 installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 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 equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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 use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more
than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

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