Epson Expression Premium XP-6000 User Manual
User's Guide
NPD5776-03 EN
User's Guide
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Contents
Contents
Copyright
Trademarks
About This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals..................10
Using the Manual to Search for Information. . . . . . 10
Marks and Symbols........................11
Descriptions Used in this Manual..............12
Operating System References.................12
Important Instructions
Safety Instructions.........................13
Printer Advisories and Warnings.............. 14
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up/
Using the Printer........................14
Advisories and Warnings for Using the
Printer with a Wireless Connection...........15
Advisories and Warnings for Using Memory
Cards................................ 15
Advisories and Warnings for Using the LCD
Screen................................15
Protecting Your Personal Information...........15
Printer Basics
Part Names and Functions...................16
Control Panel............................ 19
Buttons...............................19
Icons displayed in the LCD Screen........... 19
Basic Screen Conguration.................21
Entering Characters......................22
Viewing Animations......................23
Displaying a Menu Appropriate to the
Operation.............................24
Network Settings
Network Connection Types.................. 26
Wi-Fi Connection....................... 26
Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection.........26
Connecting to a Computer...................27
Connecting to a Smart Device................ 28
Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Printer..........28
Making Wi-Fi Settings Manually.............29
Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup
(WPS)................................30
Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup
(WPS)................................32
Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP)
Connection Settings......................33
Making Advanced Network Settings..........34
Checking the Network Connection Status........35
Network Icon...........................35
Checking Detailed Network Information
from the Control Panel....................35
Printing a Network Connection Report........36
Printing a Network Status Sheet.............43
Replacing or Adding New Access Points.......44
Changing the Connection Method to a Computer. . 44
Disabling Wi-Fi from the Control Panel..........45
Disconnecting Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP)
Connection from the Control Panel............ 45
Restoring the Network Settings from the
Control Panel............................ 46
Loading Paper
Paper Handling Precautions..................48
Available Paper and Capacities................49
List of Paper Types.......................50
Paper Source Features...................... 51
Loading Paper in the Paper Cassette 1.........52
Loading Paper in the Paper Cassette 2.........55
Placing Originals
Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass. . . . . . . . . . 61
How to Place Various Originals................62
Placing Photos for Copying................ 62
Placing an ID Card for Copying.............62
Placing a CD/DVD for Copying Labels........62
Placing Multiple Photos for Scanning at the
Same Time.............................63
Inserting a Memory Card
Supported Memory Cards................... 64
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card.........64
Loading a CD/DVD for Printing
Printable CD/DVDs........................66
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CD/DVD Handling Precautions...............66
Loading and Removing a CD/DVD.............66
Printing
Printing from the Print Photos Menu on the
Control Panel............................ 67
Basic Operations for Printing Photos......... 67
Printing in Various Layouts................ 71
Printing ID Photos.......................72
Printing Photos with a Template.............73
Menu Options for Printing from the Control
Panel.................................74
Printing from the Variou s prin ts Menu on the
Control Panel............................ 77
Printing Design Paper....................77
Printing Photos with Handwritten Notes.......78
Printing Photos onto a CD/DVD Label........80
Printing Photos onto a Jewel Case Jacket.......82
Printing Original Calendars with a Photo. . . . . . 83
Printing a Schedule...................... 84
Printing Lined Paper.....................85
Printing Original Writing Paper.............85
Printing an Original Message Card...........86
Printing a Coloring Book..................88
Printing from a Computer...................88
Printing Basics - Windows.................88
Printing Basics - Mac OS.................. 90
Printing on 2-Sides.......................92
Printing Several Pages on One Sheet..........94
Printing to Fit the Paper Size................96
Printing Multiple Files Together (for
Windows Only).........................97
Printing One Image on Multiple Sheets to
Create a Poster (for Windows Only)..........98
Printing Using Advanced Features...........104
Printing Photos Using Epson Easy Photo Print. .106
Printing a CD/DVD Label with Epson Print
CD................................. 107
Printing from Smart Devices.................107
Using Epson iPrint......................107
Using Epson Print Enabler................109
Using AirPrint.........................109
Printing from a Digital Camera...............110
Printing from a Digital Camera Connected
by USB Cable..........................110
Printing from a Digital Camera Connected
Wirelessly............................ 111
DPOF Printing...........................112
Canceling Printing........................112
Canceling Printing - Control Panel..........113
Canceling Printing - Windows............. 113
Canceling Printing - Mac OS.............. 113
Copying
Copying Basics...........................114
Various Copying Methods.................. 115
Copying in Various Layout................115
Copying Photos........................116
Copying on a CD/DVD Label..............117
Menu Options for Copying..................119
Scanning
Scanning Using the Control Panel.............122
Scanning to a Memory Device............. 122
Scanning to a Computer (Event Manager). . . . . 124
Scanning to the Cloud...................128
Scanning to a Computer (WSD)............130
Scanning from a Computer..................132
Scanning Using Epson Scan 2..............132
Scanning from Smart Devices................139
Installing Epson iPrint...................139
Scanning Using Epson iPrint...............139
Replacing Ink Cartridges and Other
Consumables
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink and
the Maintenance Box......................141
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink
and the Maintenance Box - Control Panel. . . . . 141
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink
and the Maintenance Box - Windows.........141
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink
and the Maintenance Box - Mac OS..........141
Ink Cartridge Codes.......................142
Ink Cartridge Handling Precautions...........142
Replacing Ink Cartridges................... 145
Maintenance Box Code.....................148
Maintenance Box Handling Precautions........ 148
Replacing a Maintenance Box................149
Temporarily Printing with Black Ink...........152
Temporarily Printing with Black Ink - Windows 153
Temporarily Printing with Black Ink - Mac OS. .154
Conserving Black Ink when the Black Ink Is
Low (for Windows Only)................... 154
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Maintaining the Printer
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head.........156
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head -
Control Panel..........................156
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head -
Windows.............................157
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head - Mac
OS..................................157
Aligning the Print Head....................157
Aligning the Print Head - Control Panel. . . . . . 158
Cleaning the Paper Path....................158
Cleaning the Paper Path for Ink Smears.......159
Cleaning the Paper Path for Paper Feeding
Problems.............................159
Cleaning the Scanner Glass..................161
Cleaning the Translucent Film............... 161
Saving Power............................163
Saving Power - Control Panel..............163
Menu Options for Settings
Menu Options for Supply Status..............165
Basic Settings............................165
Screen Saver:..........................165
LCD Brightness:........................165
Auto Power On:........................165
Power O Settings:......................165
Power O Timer:.......................166
Sleep Timer:...........................166
Language:............................166
Clear All Settings:.......................166
Menu Options for Printer Settings.............166
Paper Source Setting:....................166
CD/DVD:............................166
CD Inner/Outer........................167
Stickers:..............................167
ick Paper:...........................167
Quiet Mode:.......................... 167
Ink Drying Time:.......................167
Bidirectional:..........................167
Clear All Settings.......................167
Menu Options for Network Settings........... 167
Menu Options for Web Service Settings.........168
Menu Options for File Sharing...............169
Menu Options for Camera Print Settings........169
Menu Options for Guide Functions............169
Paper Mismatch:.......................169
Document Alert:.......................170
Auto Selection Mode:....................170
All settings:...........................170
Clear All Settings:.......................170
Menu Options for Firmware Update...........170
Update:..............................170
Notication:.......................... 170
Menu Options for Restore Default Settings...... 170
Network Service and Software
Information
Epson Connect Service.....................172
Registering to Epson Connect Service from
the Control Panel.......................172
Application for Conguring Printer Operations
(Web
Running Web Cong on a Web Browser. . . . . . 173
Running Web Cong on Windows.......... 173
Running Web Cong on Mac OS............174
Windows Printer Driver....................174
Guide to Windows Printer Driver...........175
Making Operation Settings for the Windows
Printer Driver......................... 177
Mac OS Printer Driver.....................177
Guide to Mac OS Printer Driver............178
Making Operation Settings for the Mac OS
Printer Driver......................... 179
Application for Scanning Documents and
Images (Epson Scan 2).....................180
Adding the Network Scanner..............181
Application for Conguring Scanning
Operations from the Control Panel (Epson
Event Manager)..........................181
Application for Laying Out Photos (Epson Easy
Photo Print).............................182
Application for Printing Text or Images on a
Disc (Epson Print CD).....................182
Application for Printing Web Pages (E-Web Print) 183
Application for Scanning and Transferring
Images (Easy Photo Scan)...................183
Soware
Updater)...............................184
Uninstalling Applications...................184
Uninstalling Applications - Windows.........184
Uninstalling Applications - Mac OS..........185
Installing Applications.....................186
Updating Applications and Firmware.......... 186
Updating the Printer's Firmware using the
Control Panel..........................187
)............................172
Cong
Update Tools (EPSON
Soware
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Solving Problems
Checking the Printer Status..................188
Checking Messages on the LCD Screen. . . . . . . 188
Checking the Printer Status - Windows.......189
Checking the Printer Status - Mac OS........190
Removing Jammed Paper...................190
Removing Jammed Paper from Inside the
Printer...............................190
Removing Jammed Paper from Rear Cover. . . . 192
Removing Jammed Paper from the Paper
Cassette..............................192
Paper Does Not Feed Correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193
Paper Jams............................194
Paper Feeds at a Slant....................194
Several Sheets of Paper are Fed at a Time. . . . . . 194
CD/DVD Tray is Ejected..................194
Power and Control Panel Problems............195
Power Does Not Turn On.................195
Power Does Not Turn O.................195
Power Turns O Automatically.............195
LCD Screen Gets Dark...................195
e Auto Power On Features does not Work. . . 195
Cannot Print from a Computer...............196
Checking the Connection (USB)............196
Checking the Connection (Network).........196
Checking the Soware and Data. . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Checking the Printer Status from the
Computer (Windows)....................199
Checking the Printer Status from the
Computer (Mac OS).....................200
When You Cannot Make Network Settings......200
Cannot Connect from Devices Even ough
Network Settings are No Problems.......... 200
Checking the SSID Connected to the Printer. . . 202
Checking the SSID for the Computer.........203
Cannot Print from an iPhone or iPad.......... 204
Printout Problems........................204
Printout is Scued or Color is Missing........204
Banding or Unexpected Colors Appear.......204
Colored Banding Appears at Intervals of
Approximately 2.5 cm....................205
Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, or
Misalignment..........................205
Print Quality is Poor.....................206
Paper Is Smeared or Scued...............207
Paper is Smeared During Automatic 2-Sided
Printing..............................208
Printed Photos are Sticky.................208
Images or Photos are Printed in Unexpected
Colors...............................208
Colors Dier from What You See on the
Display..............................209
Cannot Print Without Margins.............209
Edges of the Image are Cropped During
Borderless Printing......................209
e Position, Size, or Margins of the Printout
Are Incorrect..........................210
Multiple Originals are Copied onto a Single
Sheet................................210
Printing Position of Photo Stickers is Incorrect. 210
Printing Position on a CD/DVD is Incorrect. . . 210
Printed Characters Are Incorrect or Garbled. . . 211
e Printed Image Is Inverted..............211
Mosaic-Like Patterns in the Prints...........211
Uneven Colors, Smears, Dots, or Straight
Lines Appear in the Copied Image...........211
Moiré (Cross-Hatch) Patterns Appear in the
Copied Image......................... 212
An Image of the Reverse Side of the Original
Appears in the Copied Image..............212
e Printout Problem Could Not be Cleared. . . 212
Other Printing Problems................... 212
Printing Is Too Slow.....................212
Printing Slows Down Dramatically During
Continuous Printing.....................213
Cannot Cancel Printing from a Computer
Running Mac OS X v10.6.8................213
Cannot Start Scanning.....................214
Cannot Start Scanning when Using the
Control Panel..........................214
Scanned Image Problems...................215
Uneven Colors, Dirt, Spots, and so on Appear
when Scanning from the Scanner Glass.......215
e Image Quality Is Rough...............215
Oset Appears in the Background of Images. . . 215
Text is Blurred.........................216
Moiré Patterns (Web-Like Shadows) Appear. . . 216
Cannot Scan the Correct Area on the
Scanner Glass..........................216
Cannot Preview in
Text is Not Recognized Correctly when
Saving as a Searchable PDF................217
Cannot Solve Problems in the Scanned Image. . 217
Other Scanning Problems...................218
Scanning Speed Is Slow...................218
Scanning Stops when Scanning to PDF/
Multi-TIFF........................... 218
Other Problems..........................219
umbnail
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Slight Electric Shock when Touching the
Printer...............................219
Operation Sounds Are Loud...............219
Cannot Save Data to a Memory Device.......219
Application Is Blocked by a Firewall (for
Windows Only)........................220
"!" Is Displayed on the Photo Selection Screen. . 220
Appendix
Technical Specications....................221
Printer Specications....................221
Scanner Specications...................222
Interface Specications...................223
Network Function List...................223
Wi-Fi Specications.....................224
Security Protocol.......................224
Supported ird Party Services.............224
External Storage Device Specications........224
Supported Data Specications..............225
Dimensions...........................226
Electrical Specications..................226
Environmental Specications..............227
System Requirements....................227
Regulatory Information....................228
Standards and Approvals................. 228
Restrictions on Copying..................229
Transporting the Printer....................229
Accessing a Memory Card From a Computer. . . . .232
Where to Get Help........................233
Technical Support Web Site................233
Contacting Epson Support................233
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About This Manual
About This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals
e following manuals are supplied with your Epson printer. As well as the manuals, check the various types of
help information available from the printer itself or from the Epson soware applications.
❏ Start Here (paper manual)
Provides you with information on setting up the printer, installing the soware, using the printer, solving
problems, and so on.
❏ User's Guide (digital manual)
is manual. Provides overall information and instructions on using the printer, on network settings when
using the printer on a network, and on solving problems.
You can obtain the latest versions of the above manuals with the following methods.
❏ Paper manual
Visit the Epson Europe support website at http://www.epson.eu/Support, or the Epson worldwide support
website at http://support.epson.net/.
❏ Digital manual
Start EPSON Soware Updater on your computer. EPSON Soware Updater checks for available updates of
Epson soware applications and the digital manuals, and allows you to download the latest ones.
Related Information
&“Soware
Update Tools (EPSON
Soware
Updater)” on page 184
Using the Manual to Search for Information
e PDF manual allows you to search for information you are looking for by keyword, or jump directly to specic
sections using the bookmarks. You can also print only the pages you need. is section explains how to use a PDF
manual that has been opened in Adobe Reader X on your computer.
Searching by keyword
Click Edit > Advanced Search. Enter the keyword (text) for information you want to
and then click Search. Hits are displayed as a list. Click one of the displayed hits to jump to that page.
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Jumping directly from bookmarks
Click a title to jump to that page. Click + or > to view the lower level titles in that section. To return to the previous
page, perform the following operation on your keyboard.
❏ Wi n d o w s : Ho ld down Alt, and then press ←.
❏ Mac OS: Hold down the command key, and then press ←.
Printing only the pages you need
You can extract and print only the pages you need. Click Print in the File menu, and then specify the pages you
want to print in Pages in Pages to Print.
❏ To specify a series of pages, enter a hyphen between the start page and the end page.
Example: 20-25
❏ To specify pages that are not in series, divide the pages with commas.
Example: 5, 10, 15
Marks and Symbols
Caution:
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Instructions that must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Important:
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Instructions that must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note:
Provides complementary and reference information.
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Related Information
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Links to related sections.
Descriptions Used in this Manual
❏ Screenshots of the printer driver and the Epson Scan 2 (scanner driver) screens are from Windows 10 or macOS
Sierra. e content displayed on the screens varies depending on the model and situation.
❏ Illustrations of the printer used in this manual are examples only. Although there may be slight
depending on the model, the method of operation is the same.
❏ Some of the menu items on the LCD screen vary depending on the model and settings.
dierences
Operating System References
Windows
In this manual, terms such as "Windows 10", "Windows 8.1", "Windows 8", "Windows 7", "Windows Vista", and
"Windows XP" refer to the following operating systems. Additionally, "Windows" is used to refer to all versions.
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Microso
❏ Microso
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Microso
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❏ Microso
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Wi n d o w s® 10 operating system
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Wi n d o w s® 8.1 operating system
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Wi n d o w s® 8 operating system
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Wi n d o w s® 7 operating system
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Wi n d o w s Vis ta® operating system
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Wi n d o w s® XP operating system
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Wi n d o w s® XP Professional x64 Edition operating system
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Mac OS
In this manual, "Mac OS" is used to refer to macOS Sierra, OS X El Capitan, OS X Yosemite, OS X Mavericks, OS X
Mountain Lion, Mac OS X v10.7.x, and Mac OS X v10.6.8.
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Important Instructions
Important Instructions
Safety Instructions
Read and follow these instructions to ensure safe use of this printer. Make sure you keep this manual for future
reference. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
❏ Some of the symbols used on your printer are to ensure safety and proper use of the printer. Visit the following
Web site to learn the meaning of the symbols.
http://support.epson.net/symbols
❏ Use only the power cord supplied with the printer and do not use the cord with any other equipment. Use of
other cords with this printer or the use of the supplied power cord with other equipment may result in re or
electric shock.
❏ Be sure your AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standard.
❏ Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the power cord, plug, printer unit, scanner unit, or options by
yourself, except as specically explained in the printer's manuals.
❏ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualied service personnel under the following conditions:
e power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer; the printer has been dropped or the casing
damaged; the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Do not adjust
controls that are not covered by the operating instructions.
❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.
❏ Do not place or store the printer outdoors, near excessive dirt or dust, water, heat sources, or in locations
subject to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity.
❏ Take care not to spill liquid on the printer and not to handle the printer with wet hands.
❏ Keep the printer at least 22 cm away from cardiac pacemakers. Radio waves from this printer may adversely
aect the operation of cardiac pacemakers.
❏ If the LCD screen is damaged, contact your dealer. If the liquid crystal solution gets on your hands, wash them
thoroughly with soap and water. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your eyes, ush them immediately with
water. If discomfort or vision problems remain aer a thorough ushing, see a doctor immediately.
❏ Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges, as there may be some ink around the ink supply port.
❏ If ink gets on your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water.
❏ If ink gets into your eyes, ush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems continue aer
a thorough ushing, see a doctor immediately.
❏ If ink gets into your mouth, see a doctor right away.
❏ Do not disassemble the ink cartridge and the maintenance box; otherwise ink may get into your eyes or on your
skin.
❏ Do not shake ink cartridges too vigorously and do not drop them. Also, be careful not to squeeze them or tear
their labels. Doing so may cause ink leakage.
❏ Keep ink cartridges and maintenance box out of the reach of children.
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Important Instructions
Printer Advisories and Warnings
Read and follow these instructions to avoid damaging the printer or your property. Make sure you keep this
manual for future reference.
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up/Using the Printer
❏ Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the printer.
❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer's label.
❏ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and o.
❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers.
❏ Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as
loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.
❏ e power-supply cords should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place
objects on top of the power-supply cords and do not allow the power-supply cords to be stepped on or run over.
Be particularly careful to keep all the power-supply cords straight at the ends and the points where they enter
and leave the transformer.
❏ If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into
the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of all
devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating.
❏ If you plan to use the printer in Germany, the building installation must be protected by a 10 or 16 amp circuit
breaker to provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current protection for the printer.
❏ When connecting the printer to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the correct orientation of the
connectors. Each connector has only one correct orientation. Inserting a connector in the wrong orientation
may damage both devices connected by the cable.
❏ Place the printer on a
will not operate properly if it is tilted at an angle.
❏ When storing or transporting the printer, avoid tilting it, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down;
otherwise ink may leak.
❏ Allow space above the printer so that you can fully raise the document cover.
❏ Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be fully ejected.
❏ Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also, keep the printer away from direct
sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
stable surface that extends beyond the base of the printer in all directions. e printer
at,
❏ Do not insert objects through the slots in the printer.
❏ Do not put your hand inside the printer during printing.
❏ Do not touch the white at cable inside the printer.
❏ Do not use aerosol products that contain
❏ Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may damage the printer.
❏ Be careful not to trap your ngers when closing the scanner unit.
❏ Do not press too hard on the scanner glass when placing the originals.
❏ Always turn the printer o using the
P
until the
light stops
ashing.
ammable
P
button. Do not unplug the printer or turn o the power at the outlet
gases inside or around the printer. Doing so may cause
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Important Instructions
❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure that the print head is in the home (far right) position and the ink
cartridges are in place.
❏ If you are not going to use the printer for a long period, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
Advisories and Warnings for Using the Printer with a Wireless Connection
❏ Radio waves from this printer may negatively aect the operation of medical electronic equipment, causing
them to malfunction. When using this printer inside medical facilities or near medical equipment, follow
directions from the authorized personnel representing the medical facilities, and follow all posted warnings and
directions on the medical equipment.
❏ Radio waves from this printer may negatively aect the operation of automatically controlled devices such as
automatic doors or re alarms, and could lead to accidents due to malfunction. When using this printer near
automatically controlled devices, follow all posted warnings and directions on these devices.
Advisories and Warnings for Using Memory Cards
❏ Do not remove a memory card or turn o the printer while the memory card light is ashing.
❏ e methods for using memory cards vary according to card type. Be sure to refer to the manual packaged with
your memory card for details.
❏ Use only memory cards compatible with the printer.
Related Information
“Supported Memory Card
&
Specications
” on page 224
Advisories and Warnings for Using the LCD Screen
❏ e LCD screen may contain a few small bright or dark spots, and because of its features it may have an uneven
brightness. ese are normal and do not indicate that it is damaged in any way.
❏ Only use a dry,
❏ e exterior cover of the LCD screen could break if it receives a heavy impact. Contact your dealer if the
screen's surface chips or cracks, and do not touch or attempt to remove the broken pieces.
cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or chemical cleaners.
so
Protecting Your Personal Information
When you give the printer to someone else or dispose of it, erase all the personal information stored in the printer's
memory by selecting Settings > Restore Default Settings > All Settings on the control panel.
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Part Names and Functions
CD/DVD tray Place a CD/DVD for label printing. This should usually be stored on the
A
bottom of the paper cassette 2
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Front cover Open to load paper in the paper cassette.
A
Output tray Holds the ejected paper. Slide out manually and push it back in to store.
B
Paper cassette 1 Loads paper.
C
Paper cassette 2
D
Edge guide Feeds the paper straight into the printer. Slide to the edges of the paper.
E
Legal paper guide Slide out to load legal size paper.
F
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When printing using Epson iPrint, make sure that the number printed on the
right side of the paper cassette matches the paper source setting in Epson
iPrint.
Scanner unit Scans placed originals. Open to replace the ink cartridges or to remove
A
jammed paper. This unit should usually be kept closed.
Ink cartridge holder Install the ink cartridges. Ink is ejected from the print head nozzles
B
underneath.
Control panel Indicates the printer's status and allows you to make print settings.
C
D
P
(Power button/light)
Turns the printer on or o.
Unplug the power cord after checking that the power light is o.
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Document cover Blocks external light while scanning.
A
Scanner glass Place the originals.
B
SD card slot Insert a memory card.
C
External interface USB port Connects an external storage device or a PictBridge capable device.
D
AC inlet Connects the power cord.
A
Rear cover Remove when removing jammed paper.
B
USB port Connects a USB cable to connect with a computer.
C
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Control Panel
You can change the angle of the control panel.
Buttons
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Turns the printer on or o.
A
Unplug the power cord after checking that the power light is o.
Displays the home screen.
B
Selects the number of pages to print.
C
Stops the current operation.
D
Returns to the previous screen.
E
F
Use the u d l r buttons to move the focus to the target, and then press the OK button to open the selected
menu or to make settings.
Applies to a variety of functions depending on the situation.
G
Starts an operation such as printing or copying.
H
Icons displayed in the LCD Screen
e following icons are displayed on the LCD screen depending on the printer's status.
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Icons displayed on the home screen
Displays the Supply Status screen.
You can check the approximate ink levels and the approximate service life of the maintenance box. You
can also replace the ink cartridges or print the supply status information.
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Displays the network connection status.
The printer is not connected to a wireless (Wi-Fi) network.
The printer is searching for SSID, unset IP address, or having a problem with a wireless (Wi-Fi)
network.
The printer is connected to a wireless (Wi-Fi) network.
The number of bars indicates the signal strength of the connection. The more bars there are, the
stronger the connection.
The printer is not connected to a wireless (Wi-Fi) network in Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) mode.
The printer is connected to a wireless (Wi-Fi) network in Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) mode.
Select to display the Network Connection Settings screen. This is the shortcut for the following menu.
Settings > Network Settings > Wi-Fi Setup
❏ When the printer is not connected to the network yet.
Select the icon for the method you want to use to connect, and then select Start Setup on the next
screen to display the settings menu.
❏ When the printer is connected to the network already.
Displays the information of the network settings such as the printer's IP address.
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Indicates that Quiet Mode is set for the printer. When this feature is enabled, the noise made by printer
operations is reduced, but print speed may slow down. However, noises may not be reduced depending
on the selected paper type and print quality.
Select to change the setting. This is the shortcut for the following menu.
Settings > Printer Settings > Quiet Mode
Displays the Help screen. You can view the operating instructions or the solutions to problems.
Icons common to each screen
Scrolls the screen from side to side and up and down.
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Cancels the settings and closes the screen.
Displays additional information.
Indicates a problem with the items. Select the icon to check how to solve the problem.
When this is displayed on
approximate service life of the maintenance box are nearing the end of it's service life.
B
on the home screen, it means the approximate ink levels and the
Related Information
“Menu Options for Network Settings” on page 167
&
Basic Screen Conguration
following shows the screen
e
conguration
for copying and scanning.
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A
B
C
Switches the list of settings using the tabs.
The tab on the left displays frequently used items for copying or scanning. The Advanced Settings tab displays
other items that you can set as necessary.
Displays the list of setting items.
Make settings by selecting the item or adding a check mark.
Grayed out items are not available. Select the item to check why it is unavailable.
Performs copying or scanning.
Entering Characters
On-screen Keyboard
You can enter characters and symbols by using on-screen keyboard when you make network settings and so on.
Note:
Available icons vary depending on the setting item.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Indicates the character count.
Moves the cursor to the input position.
Switches between upper case and lower case or numbers and symbols.
You can also switch them by using the
Switches the character type. You can enter alphanumerics, symbols, and special characters such as umlauts and
accents.
You can also switch them by using the
Changes the keyboard layout.
Enters frequently used email domain addresses or URLs by simply selecting the item.
Enters a space.
button.
button.
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H
I
Enters character.
Deletes a character to the left.
On-screen Keypad
You can enter numbers by using the on-screen keypad when entering the number of copies and so on.
e on-screen keypad makes it easier to enter larger numbers. When entering a smaller number, use +/- buttons.
A
B
C
D
Cancels entering and closes the on-screen keypad.
Conrms the entered numbers and closes the on-screen keypad.
Clears the entered number.
Deletes the entered number to the left.
Viewing Animations
You can view animations of operating instructions such as loading paper or removing jammed paper on the LCD
screen.
❏ Select
to view.
on the home screen: Displays the help screen. Select How To and then select the items that you want
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❏ Select How To at the bottom of the operation screen: Displays the context-sensitive animation.
Indicates the total number of steps and the current step number.
A
In the example above, it shows step 2 from 5 steps.
B
Press l button to return to the previous step.
Indicates your progress through the current step. The animation repeats when the progress bar reaches the end.
C
D
Press r button to move to the next step.
Displaying a Menu Appropriate to the Operation
e printer automatically displays menus appropriate to your operation. If you want to stop the feature, disable the
Auto Selection Mode setting.
Settings > Guide Functions > Auto Selection Mode
❏ Insert an external memory device such as a memory card or a USB device.
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Related Information
& “Menu Options for Guide Functions” on page 169
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Network Settings
Network Settings
Network Connection Types
You can use the following connection methods.
Wi-Fi Connection
Connect the printer and the computer or smart device to the access point. is is the typical connection method
for home or oce networks where computers are connected by Wi-Fi through the access point.
Related Information
& “Connecting to a Computer” on page 27
& “Connecting to a Smart Device” on page 28
& “Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Printer” on page 28
Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection
Use this connection method when you are not using Wi-Fi at home or at the oce, or when you want to connect
the printer and the computer or smart device directly. In this mode, the printer acts as an access point and you can
connect up to four devices to the printer without having to use a standard access point. However, devices directly
connected to the printer cannot communicate with each other through the printer.
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Network Settings
Note:
Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection is a connection method designed to replace Ad Hoc mode.
e printer can be connected by Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection simultaneously. However, if you
start a network connection in Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection when the printer is connected by Wi-Fi, the
Wi-Fi is temporarily disconnected.
Related Information
& “Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection Settings” on page 33
Connecting to a Computer
We recommend using the installer to connect the printer to a computer. You can run the installer using one of the
following methods.
❏ Setting up from the website
Access the following website, and then enter the product name. Go to Setup, and then start setting up.
http://epson.sn
❏ Setting up using the
with disc drives.)
Insert the soware disc into the computer, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Selecting the Connection Methods
Follow the on-screen instructions until the following screen is displayed, and then select the connection method of
the printer to the computer.
soware
disc (only for the models that come with a
soware
disc and users with computers
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Select the connection type and then click Next.
Network Settings
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Connecting to a Smart Device
You can use the printer from a smart device when you connect the printer to the same Wi-Fi network (SSID) as the
smart device. To use the printer from a smart device, set up from the following website. Access to the website from
the smart device that you want to connect to the printer.
http://epson.sn > Setup
Note:
If you want to connect a computer and a smart device to the printer at the same time, we recommend connecting the
computer
rst.
Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Printer
You can make network settings from the printer's control panel in several ways. Choose the connection method
that matches the environment and conditions that you are using.
If you know the information for the access point such as SSID and password, you can make settings manually.
If the access point supports WPS, you can make settings by using push button setup.
Aer connecting the printer to the network, connect to the printer from the device that you want to use (computer,
smart device, tablet, and so on.)
Make advanced network settings to use a static IP address.
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Network Settings
Related Information
& “Making Wi-Fi Settings Manually” on page 29
& “Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup (WPS)” on page 30
& “Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup (WPS)” on page 32
& “Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection Settings” on page 33
& “Making Advanced Network Settings” on page 34
Making Wi-Fi Settings Manually
You can manually set up the information necessary to connect to an access point from the printer's control panel.
To set up manually, you need the SSID and password for an access point.
Note:
If you are using an access point with its default settings, the SSID and password are on the label. If you do not know the SSID
and password, contact the person who set up the access point, or see the documentation provided with the access point.
1. Select on the home screen.
To select an item, move the focus to the item using the
2. Select Wi-Fi (Recommended).
3.
Press the OK button.
u d l r
buttons, and then press the OK button.
If the network connection is already set up, the connection details are displayed. Select Change Settings to
change the settings.
4. Select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard.
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5. Select the SSID for the access point.
Note:
Network Settings
❏ If the SSID you want to connect to is not displayed on the printer's control panel, press the
list. If it is still not displayed, press the
❏ If you do not know the SSID, check if it is written on the label of the access point. If you are using the access point
with its default settings, use the SSID written on the label.
button, and then enter the SSID directly.
button to update the
6. Press the OK button, and then enter the password.
Note:
❏ e password is case-sensitive.
❏ If you do not know the password, check if it is written on the label of the access point. If you are using the access point
with its default settings, use the password written on the label. e password may also be called a "Key", a
"Passphrase", and so on.
❏ If you do not know the password for the access point, see the documentation provided with the access point, or
contact the person who set it up.
7.
When you have nished, select OK.
8. Check the settings, and then select Start Setup.
9. Select Dismiss to nish.
Note:
If you fail to connect, load A4 size plain paper, and then select Print Check Report to print a connection report.
10. Press the button.
Related Information
& “Entering Characters” on page 22
& “Checking the Network Connection Status” on page 35
& “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 200
Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup (WPS)
You can automatically set up a Wi-Fi network by pressing a button on the access point. If the following conditions
are met, you can set up by using this method.
❏ e access point is compatible with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).
❏
current Wi-Fi connection was established by pressing a button on the access point.
e
Note:
If you cannot nd the button or you are setting up using the soware, see the documentation provided with the access point.
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