Epson L7160 Service Manual
User's Guide
NPD5633-04 EN
User's Guide
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Trademarks
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trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
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libti
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Contents
Contents
Copyright
Trademarks
About This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals...................9
Marks and Symbols.........................9
Descriptions Used in this Manual..............10
Operating System References.................10
Important Instructions
Safety Instructions.........................11
Safety Instructions for Ink................. 11
Printer Advisories and Warnings.............. 12
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up the
Printer................................12
Advisories and Warnings for Using the Printer. . 12
Advisories and Warnings for Transporting or
Storing the Printer.......................13
Advisories and Warnings for Using the
Printer with a Wireless Connection...........13
Advisories and Warnings for Using Memory
Cards................................ 13
Advisories and Warnings for Using the LCD
Screen................................13
Protecting Your Personal Information...........14
Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup
(WPS)................................25
Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP)
Connection Settings......................26
Making Advanced Network Setting...........27
Checking the Network Connection Status........28
Checking the Network Status Using Network
Icon................................. 28
Checking the Network Status from the
Control Panel.......................... 28
Printing a Network Connection Report........29
Printing a Network Status Sheet.............33
Replacing or Adding New Access Points.........34
Changing the Connection Method to a Computer. . 34
Disabling Wi-Fi from the Control Panel..........35
Disconnecting Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP)
connection from the Control Panel.............35
Restoring the Network Settings from the
Control Panel............................ 36
Loading Paper
Paper Handling Precautions..................37
Available Paper and Capacities................38
List of Paper Types.......................39
Where to Load Paper.......................40
Loading Paper in the Paper Cassette 1.........41
Loading Paper in the Paper Cassette 2.........45
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed Slot......49
Printer Basics
Part Names and Functions...................15
Control Panel............................ 17
Buttons...............................18
Guide to the LCD Screen..................18
Network Settings
Network Connection Types.................. 21
Ethernet Connection.....................21
Wi-Fi Connection....................... 21
Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection.........22
Connecting to a Computer...................22
Connecting to a Smart Device................ 23
Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Printer..........23
Making Wi-Fi Settings Manually.............24
Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup. . . . 25
Placing Originals
Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass. . . . . . . . . . 53
How to Place Various Originals................54
Placing Photos for Copying................ 54
Placing a CD/DVD for Copying Labels........54
Placing Multiple Photos for Scanning at the
Same Time.............................54
Inserting a Memory Card
Supported Memory Cards................... 56
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card.........56
Loading a CD/DVD for Printing
Printable CD/DVDs........................59
CD/DVD Handling Precautions...............59
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Loading and Removing a CD/DVD.............59
Printing
Printing from the Control Panel...............61
Printing Photos by Selecting from a Memory
Card.................................61
Printing Photos from a Memory Card onto a
CD/DVD Label.........................62
Printing Photos from a Memory Card with
Handwritten Notes.......................64
Printing Lined Paper, Calendars, Original
Writing Paper, and Original Greeting Cards. . . . 65
Printing Original Envelopes................66
Printing in Various Layouts................ 68
Printing a Coloring Book..................69
DPOF Printing......................... 69
Menu Options for Printing from the Control
Panel.................................70
Printing from a Computer...................72
Printing Basics - Windows.................72
Printing Basics - Mac OS.................. 74
Printing on 2-Sides.......................76
Printing Several Pages on One Sheet..........78
Printing to Fit the Paper Size................80
Printing Multiple Files Together (for
Windows Only).........................81
Printing One Image on Multiple Sheets to
Create a Poster (for Windows Only)..........82
Printing Using Advanced Features........... 88
Printing Photos Using Epson Easy Photo Print. . 90
Printing a CD/DVD Label with Epson Print
CD..................................91
Printing from Smart Devices................. 91
Using Epson iPrint.......................91
Using AirPrint..........................93
Printing from a Digital Camera................94
Printing from a Digital Camera Connected
by USB Cable...........................94
Printing from a Digital Camera Connected
Wirelessly.............................95
Canceling Printing.........................96
Canceling Printing - Printer Button...........96
Canceling Printing - Windows.............. 96
Canceling Printing - Mac OS............... 96
Copying
Copying Basics........................... 97
Menu Options for Copy Mode.............. 97
Copying Photos..........................100
Menu Options for Copy/Restore Photos. . . . . . 100
Copying on a CD/DVD Label................101
Menu Options for Copy to CD/DVD.........103
Scanning
Scanning Using the Control Panel.............104
Scanning to a Memory Card...............104
Scanning to the Cloud...................104
Scanning to a Computer..................105
Scanning to a Computer (WSD)............106
Menu Options for Scanning...............108
Scanning from a Computer..................108
Scanning Using Epson Scan 2..............108
Scanning from Smart Devices................114
Installing Epson iPrint...................115
Scanning Using Epson iPrint...............115
Relling Ink and Replacing
Maintenance Boxes
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink and
the Maintenance Box......................117
Checking the Status of the Maintenance Box -
Control Panel..........................117
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink
and the Maintenance Box - Windows.........117
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink
and the Maintenance Box - Mac OS..........118
Ink Bottle Codes......................... 118
Ink Bottle Handling Precautions..............119
Relling the Ink Tanks.....................120
Maintenance Box Code.....................123
Maintenance Box Handling Precautions........ 123
Replacing a Maintenance Box................124
Maintaining the Printer
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head.........127
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head -
Control Panel..........................127
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head -
Windows.............................128
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head - Mac
OS..................................128
Running Power Cleaning...................128
Running Power Cleaning - Control Panel. . . . . 129
Running Power Cleaning - Windows.........129
Running Power Cleaning - Mac OS..........130
Aligning the Print Head....................130
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Aligning the Print Head - Control Panel. . . . . . 130
Cleaning the Paper Path for Ink Smears.........131
Cleaning the Scanner Glass..................132
Checking the Total Number of Pages Fed
rough the Printer.......................132
Checking the Total Number of Pages Fed
rough the Printer - Control Panel.........133
Checking the Total Number of Pages Fed
rough the Printer - Windows.............133
Checking the Total Number of Pages Fed
rough the Printer - Mac OS..............133
Saving Power............................133
Saving Power - Control Panel..............134
Menu Options for Settings Mode
Menu Options for Maintenance.............. 135
Nozzle Check:.........................135
Head Cleaning:........................ 135
Power Cleaning:........................135
Print Head Alignment:...................135
Reset Ink Levels:........................135
Maintenance Box Service Life:............. 135
Menu Options for Printer Setup.............. 136
Paper Source Setting:....................136
CD/DVD:............................136
Stickers:..............................136
ick Paper:...........................136
Quiet Mode:.......................... 136
Screen Saver:..........................136
Auto Power On:........................136
Power O Settings:......................136
Power O Timer:.......................137
Sleep Timer:...........................137
Language:............................137
Menu Options for Network Settings........... 137
Menu Options for Epson Connect Services......138
Menu Options for Google Cloud Print Services. . . 139
Menu Options for File Sharing Setup...........139
Menu Options for External Device Setup........139
Menu Options for Guide Functions............140
Menu Options for Firmware Update...........140
Menu Options for Restore Default Settings...... 140
Network Service and Software
Information
Epson Connect Service.....................142
Web Cong.............................142
Running Web Cong on a Web Browser. . . . . . 143
Running Web Cong on Windows.......... 143
Running Web Cong on Mac OS............143
Windows Printer Driver....................144
Guide to Windows Printer Driver...........145
Making Operation Settings for the Windows
Printer Driver......................... 146
Mac OS Printer Driver.....................147
Guide to Mac OS Printer Driver............148
Making Operation Settings for the Mac OS
Printer Driver......................... 149
Epson Scan 2 (Scanner Driver)...............150
Epson Event Manager......................150
Epson Easy Photo Print....................151
Epson Print CD..........................151
EPSON Soware Updater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Uninstalling Applications...................152
Uninstalling Applications - Windows.........152
Uninstalling Applications - Mac OS..........153
Installing Applications.....................154
Updating Applications and Firmware.......... 154
Updating the Printer's Firmware using the
Control Panel..........................155
Solving Problems
Checking the Printer Status..................156
Checking Messages on the LCD Screen. . . . . . . 156
Checking the Printer Status - Windows.......157
Checking the Printer Status - Mac OS........157
Removing Jammed Paper...................157
Removing Jammed Paper from the Paper
Cassette..............................158
Removing Jammed Paper from Inside the
Printer...............................159
Removing Jammed Paper from the Rear Cover. 161
Paper Does Not Feed Correctly...............162
Paper Jams............................163
Paper Feeds at a Slant....................163
Several Sheets of Paper are Fed at a Time. . . . . . 163
Paper is Ejected from the Rear Paper Feed
Slot Without Being Printed................163
CD/DVD Tray is Ejected..................163
Power and Control Panel Problems............164
Power Does Not Turn On.................164
Lights Came On and then Went Out.........164
Power Does Not Turn O.................164
Power Turns O Automatically.............164
LCD Screen Gets Dark...................165
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e Auto Power On Feature does not Work. . . . 165
Cannot Print from a Computer...............165
When You Cannot Make Network Settings......166
Cannot Connect from Devices Even ough
Network Settings are No Problem...........166
Checking the SSID Connected to the Printer. . . 168
Checking the SSID for the Computer.........168
Suddenly the Printer Cannot Print over a
Network Connection......................169
Suddenly the Printer Cannot Print Using a USB
Connection.............................170
Cannot Print from an iPhone or iPad.......... 170
Printout Problems........................170
Printout is Scued or Color is Missing........170
Banding or Unexpected Colors Appear.......171
Colored Banding Appears at Intervals of
Approximately 2.5 cm....................171
Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, or
Misalignment..........................172
Print Quality is Poor.....................172
Paper Is Smeared or Scued...............173
Paper is Smeared During Automatic 2-Sided
Printing..............................174
Printed Photos are Sticky.................174
Images or Photos are Printed in Unexpected
Colors...............................175
Colors Dier from What You See on the
Display..............................175
Cannot Print Without Margins.............175
Edges of the Image are Cropped During
Borderless Printing......................176
e Position, Size, or Margins of the Printout
Are Incorrect..........................176
Multiple Originals are Copied onto a Single
Sheet................................176
Printing Position of Photo Stickers is Incorrect. 177
Printing Position on a CD/DVD is Incorrect. . . 177
Printed Characters Are Incorrect or Garbled. . . 177
Printed Image Is Inverted..............177
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Mosaic-Like Patterns in the Prints...........177
Uneven Colors, Smears, Dots, or Straight
Lines Appear in the Copied Image...........177
Moiré (Cross-Hatch) Patterns Appear in the
Copied Image......................... 178
An Image of the Reverse Side of the Original
Appears in the Copied Image.............. 178
e Printout Problem Could Not be Cleared. . . 178
Other Printing Problems................... 178
Printing Is Too Slow.....................178
Printing Slows Down Dramatically During
Continuous Printing.....................179
Cannot Cancel Printing from a Computer
Running Mac OS X v10.6.8................179
Cannot Start Scanning.....................180
Cannot Start Scanning when Using the
Control Panel..........................180
Scanned Image Problems...................181
Uneven Colors, Dirt, Spots, and so on Appear
when Scanning from the Scanner Glass.......181
e Image Quality Is Rough...............181
Appears in the Background of Images. . . 181
Oset
Text is Blurred.........................181
Moiré Patterns (Web-Like Shadows) Appear. . . 182
Cannot Scan the Correct Area on the
Scanner Glass..........................182
Cannot Preview in umbnail............. 182
Text is Not Recognized Correctly when
Saving as a Searchable PDF................183
Cannot Solve Problems in the Scanned Image. . 183
Other Scanning Problems...................184
Scanning Speed Is Slow...................184
Scanning Stops when Scanning to PDF/
Multi-TIFF........................... 184
Other Problems..........................185
Slight Electric Shock when Touching the
Printer...............................185
Operation Sounds Are Loud...............185
Cannot Save the Data to a Memory Card......185
Application Is Blocked by a Firewall (for
Windows Only)........................185
"?" Is Displayed on the Photo Selection Screen. . 185
A Message Prompting You to Reset the Ink
Levels is Displayed......................186
Ink Spilled............................186
Appendix
Technical Specications....................187
Printer Specications....................187
Scanner Specications...................188
Interface Specications...................189
Network Function List...................189
Wi-Fi Specications.....................190
Ethernet Specications...................191
Security Protocol.......................191
Supported ird Party Services.............191
External Storage Device Specications........191
Dimensions...........................193
Electrical Specications.................. 193
Environmental Specications..............194
System Requirements....................194
Regulatory Information....................195
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Standards and Approvals................. 195
Restrictions on Copying..................196
Transporting and Storing the Printer...........196
Accessing a Memory Card From a Computer. . . . .199
Where to Get Help........................200
Technical Support Web Site................200
Contacting Epson Support................201
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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
“EPSON
&
Soware
Updater” on page 152
Marks and Symbols
Caution:
!
Instructions that must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Important:
c
Instructions that must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note:
Provides complementary and reference information.
&
Related Information
Links to related sections.
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About This Manual
Descriptions Used in this Manual
❏ Screenshots of the printer driver and the Epson Scan 2 (scanner driver) screens are from Windows 10 or OS X
El Capitan. 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 dierences
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.
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.
❏ Microso
❏
Microso
❏ Microso
❏ Microso
❏
Microso
❏ Microso
❏ Microso
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.
Wi n d o w s® 10 operating system
®
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
®
Wi n d o w s® XP operating system
®
Wi n d o w s® XP Professional x64 Edition operating system
®
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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.
Safety Instructions for Ink
❏ Be careful not to touch any ink when you handle the ink tanks, ink tank caps, and opened ink bottles or ink
bottle caps.
❏ 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 maintenance box; otherwise ink may get into your eyes or on your skin.
❏ Do not shake an ink bottle too vigorously or subject it to strong impacts as this can cause ink to leak.
❏ Keep ink bottles, the ink tank unit, and maintenance box out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to
drink from or handle the ink bottles and ink bottle cap.
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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 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.
❏ 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,
Advisories and Warnings for Using the Printer
❏ 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 and ink tubes inside the printer.
❏ Do not use aerosol products that contain ammable gases inside or around the printer. Doing so may cause re.
❏ 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.
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Important Instructions
❏ Prolonged use of the printer when the ink level is below the lower line could damage the printer. Fill the ink
tank to the upper line while the printer is not operating. To display the correct ink level estimates, reset the ink
level aer lling the tank.
❏ Always turn the printer o using the
P
until the
❏ If you are not going to use the printer for a long period, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
light stops ashing.
P
button. Do not unplug the printer or turn o the power at the outlet
Advisories and Warnings for Transporting or Storing the Printer
❏ When storing or transporting the printer, avoid tilting it, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down;
otherwise ink may leak.
❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure that the print head is in the home (far right) position.
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
❏ 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 191
ashing.
Advisories and Warnings for Using the LCD Screen
❏
LCD screen may contain a few small bright or dark spots, and because of its features it may have an uneven
e
brightness.
are normal and do not indicate that it is damaged in any way.
ese
❏ Only use a dry, so cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or chemical cleaners.
❏ 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.
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Important Instructions
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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Printer Basics
Printer Basics
Part Names and Functions
Rear paper feed slot Load one sheet of paper at a time by hand.
A
Paper support Supports loaded paper.
B
Rear paper feed slot cover Prevents foreign substances from entering the printer. This cover should
C
usually be closed.
Edge guide Feeds the paper straight into the printer. Slide to the edges of the paper.
D
Control Panel Operates the printer. You can change the angle of the control panel by hand.
E
CD/DVD tray Place a CD/DVD for label printing. This should usually be stored on the
F
bottom of the printer.
Ink tank cover Open to rell the ink tank.
A
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Ink reservoir tanks (Ink tanks) Supplie ink to the print head.
B
Ink tank unit Contains the ink tanks.
C
Print head Ink is ejected from the print head nozzles underneath.
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Front cover Open to load paper in the paper cassette.
A
Output tray Holds the ejected paper. Pull 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.
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Document cover Blocks external light while scanning.
A
Scanner glass Place the originals.
B
Scanner unit Scans placed originals. Open to rell the ink tank or to remove jammed
C
Memory card slot Insert a memory card.
D
External interface USB port Connects an external storage device or a PictBridge capable device.
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paper. This unit should usually be kept closed.
AC inlet Connects the power cord.
A
Maintenance box cover Remove when replacing the maintenance box. The maintenance box is a
B
Rear cover Remove when removing jammed paper.
C
USB port Connects a USB cable to connect with a computer.
D
LAN port Connects a LAN cable.
E
Control Panel
You can change the angle of the control panel.
container that collects a very small amount of surplus ink during cleaning or
printing.
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Buttons
Printer Basics
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
u d l r
OK Use the u d l r buttons to select a menu, and then press the OK button to open the selected
Turns the printer on or o.
Do not turn o while the power light is ashing (while the printer is operating or processing
data).
Unplug the power cord when the power light is
Displays the home screen.
Selects the number of pages to print.
Stops the current operation.
Displays menus such as CD/DVD label printing and copying.
Returns to the previous screen.
menu.
Starts an operation such as printing or copying.
o.
Guide to the LCD Screen
Menus and messages are displayed on the LCD screen. Select a menu or setting by pressing the u d l r buttons.
Guide to the Home Screen
e following icons and menus are displayed on the home screen.
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Icons that show the network status are displayed. You can learn the meaning of the icons in the Help menu. Enter
A
Help from the home screen using the
d
Displays the status of the maintenance box. You can learn the meaning of the icon in the Help menu.
B
Function icons and names are displayed as mode icons.
C
Copy Allows you to copy a document.
Print Photos Allows you to print photos on your memory card.
Scan Allows you to scan a document or a photo.
More Functions Allows you to access a variety of printing features such as copying photos, printing photos in
l
button, and then press the OK button.
dierent layouts, and copying or printing on a CD/DVD.
Printer Basics
or r button, and then press the OK button. Select Icon List using the u or
Quiet Mode
Settings Allows you to perform maintenance and make various settings for the printer features and
Maint. Access the menus recommended to improve the quality of your printouts. This is a shortcut to
Help Displays help information on basic operations, meaning of the icons displayed on the LCD
Wi-Fi Setup Displays menus that allow you to set up the printer for use on a wireless network.
D
When l and r are displayed, you can scroll right or left.
Available buttons are displayed. In this example, you can proceed to the selected menu by pressing the OK button,
E
and you can select another menu by pressing the
Related Information
Displays Quiet Mode setting that allows you to reduce the noise the printer makes. However,
enabling this may reduce print speed. Depending on the paper type and print quality settings
you selected, there may be no dierence in the printer's noise level. This is a shortcut to the
following menu.
Settings > Printer Setup > Quiet Mode
operations.
the following menu.
Settings > Maintenance
screen, and troubleshooting information.
l
or r button.
& “Copying Basics” on page 97
& “Printing Photos by Selecting from a Memory Card” on page 61
& “Scanning Using the Control Panel” on page 104
& “Copying Photos” on page 100
& “Printing in Various Layouts” on page 68
& “Printing Photos from a Memory Card onto a CD/DVD Label” on page 62
& “Menu Options for Settings Mode” on page 135
& “Menu Options for Maintenance” on page 135
& “Menu Options for Network Settings” on page 137
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Entering Characters
To enter characters and symbols for network settings from the control panel, use the u, d, l, and r buttons and
the soware keyboard on the LCD screen. Press the
u, d, l
button on the keyboard, and then press the OK button to conrm. When you have nished entering characters,
highlight Done, and then press the OK button.
e displayed screen varies depending on the settings items. e following is the screen for entering the password
for your Wi-Fi network.
, or r button to highlight a character or function
Icons Descriptions
AB12 Changes letters to uppercase.
ab12 Changes letters to lowercase.
Symbol Displays symbols.
l r
Space Enters a space to the right of the cursor.
Done Closes the software keyboard screen and displays a conrmation screen, or moves to the next screen.
Moves the cursor to the left or right.
Deletes a character to the left (backspace).
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Network Settings
Network Connection Types
You can use the following connection methods.
Ethernet Connection
Connect the printer to a hub with an Ethernet cable.
Related Information
& “Connecting to a Computer” on page 22
& “Making Advanced Network Setting” on page 27
Wi-Fi Connection
Connect the printer and the computer or smart device to the access point.
for home or
networks where computers are connected by Wi-Fi through the access point.
oce
is the typical connection method
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Related Information
& “Connecting to a Computer” on page 22
& “Connecting to a Smart Device” on page 23
& “Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Printer” on page 23
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.
Note:
Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection is a connection method designed to replace Ad Hoc mode.
printer can be connected by Wi-Fi or Ethernet, and Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection simultaneously.
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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 26
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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 soware disc (only for the models that come with a soware disc and users with computers
with disc drives.)
Insert the soware disc into the computer, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
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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.
Select the connection type and then click Next.
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.)
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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 Wi - F i S etup on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
2.
Select Wi-Fi (Recommended), and then press the OK button.
3. Press the OK button.
4. Select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard, and then press the OK button.
5.
Select the SSID for the access point from printer's control panel, and then press the OK button.
Note:
❏ If the SSID you want to connect to is not displayed on the printer's control panel, select Search Again to update the
list. If it is still not displayed, select Other Networks, and then enter the SSID directly.
❏ 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.
6. Enter the password, and then select Done. Press the OK button.
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. Check the settings, and then press the OK button.
8. Select whether or not you print a network connection report aer nishing the settings.
Note:
If you fail to connect, load papers, and then press the
button to print a network connection report.
Related Information
& “Checking the Network Connection Status” on page 28
& “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 166
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Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup
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).
❏ e current Wi-Fi connection was established by pressing a button on the access point.
Note:
If you cannot nd the button or you are setting up using the soware, see the documentation provided with the access point.
1. Select Wi - F i S etup on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
2. Select Wi-Fi (Recommended), and then press the OK button.
3. Press the OK button.
4. Select Push Button Setup (WPS), and then press the OK button.
5. Hold down the [WPS] button on the access point until the security light
If you do not know where the [WPS] button is, or there are no buttons on the access point, see the
documentation provided with your access point for details.
6. Press the OK button on the printer's control panel. Follow the on-screen instruction hereaer.
Note:
If connection fails, restart the access point, move it closer to the printer, and try again. If it still does not work, print a
network connection report and check the solution.
ashes.
Related Information
& “Checking the Network Connection Status” on page 28
& “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 166
Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup (WPS)
You can connect to an access point by using a PIN code. You can use this method to set up if an access point is
capable of WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Use a computer to enter a PIN code into the access point.
1.
Select Settings on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
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2. Select Network Settings and then press the OK button.
3. Select Wi - F i S etup on the home screen and then press the OK button.
4.
Select PIN Code Setup (WPS) and then press the OK button.
5. Use your computer to enter the PIN code (an eight digit number) displayed on the printer's control panel into
the access point within two minutes.
Note:
See the documentation provided with your access point for details on entering a PIN code.
6. Press the OK button.
Setup is complete when the setup completion message is displayed.
Note:
If connection fails, restart the access point, move it closer to the printer, and try again. If it still does not work, print a
connection report and check the solution.
Related Information
& “Checking the Network Connection Status” on page 28
& “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 166
Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection Settings
method allows you to connect the printer directly to computer or smart devices without an access point.
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printer acts as an access point.
Important:
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When you connect from a computer or smart device to the printer using the Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection,
the printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network (SSID) as the computer or smart device and the communication
is established between them. Since the computer or smart device is automatically connected to the other connectable
Wi-Fi network if the printer is turned o, it is not connected to the previous Wi-Fi network again if the printer is
turned on. Connect to the printer's SSID for Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection from the computer or smart
device again. If you do not want to connect every time you turn the printer on or o, we recommend using Wi-Fi
network by connecting the printer to an access point.
1. Select Wi - F i S etup on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
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2. Select Wi - F i D irec t , and then press the OK button.
3. Press the OK button.
4. Press the OK button to start the setup.
5. Press the OK button.
6. Check the SSID and password displayed on the printer's control panel. On the network connection screen of
the computer or smart device, select the SSID shown on the printer's control panel to connect.
7. Enter the password displayed on the printer's control panel on the computer or smart device.
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8. Aer the connection is established, press the OK button on the printer's control panel.
9. Press the OK button.
Related Information
& “Checking the Network Connection Status” on page 28
& “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 166
Making Advanced Network Setting
You can change the network device name, TCP/IP setup, DNS server and so on. Check your network environment
before making changes.
1.
Select Settings on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
2. Select Network Settings, and then press the OK button.
3. Select Manual Network Setup, and then press the OK button.
4. Enter the device name.
You can enter the following characters. To x the device name, move the cursor on the Done, and then press
the OK button.
❏ Character limits: 2 to 15 (you must enter at least 2 characters)
❏ Usable characters: A to Z, a to z, 0 to 9, -.
❏ Characters you cannot use at the top: 0 to 9, -.
❏ Characters you cannot use at the bottom: -
Note:
If you press the OK button without entering the device name, the default device name (EPSON and the last six digits of
the device's MAC address) are set.
5. Select the method for acquiring the IP address (TCP/IP Setup).
❏ Auto
Select when you are using an access point at home or you are allowing the IP address to be acquired
automatically by DHCP.
❏ Manual
Select when you do not want the device's IP address to be changed. Enter the IP address, subnet mask,
default gateway, primary DNS server, and secondary DNS server according to your network environment.
Press the OK button, and go to step 7.
6. Select the method for setting the DNS server.
❏ Auto
Select when you want to acquire the IP address automatically.
❏ Manual
Select when you want to set a unique DNS server address to the device. Enter the addresses for the primary
DNS server and the secondary DNS server.
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7. Select whether or not to use a proxy server.
❏ Do Not Use
Select when you are using the printer in a home network environment.
❏ Use
Select when you are using a proxy server in your network environment and you want to set it to the printer.
Enter the proxy server address and port number.
8. Check the settings and press the OK button.
A message is displayed on the LCD screen when the network settings are complete, and you are returned to
the home screen
a short period of time.
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Checking the Network Connection Status
You can check the network connection status in the following way.
Checking the Network Status Using Network Icon
You can check the network connection status using the network icon on the printer's home screen. e icon
changes depending on the connection type and strength of the radio wave. For more information, select Help >
Icon List on the printer's control panel.
Checking the Network Status from the Control Panel
You can also view other network-related information by pressing the network menus you want to check.
1. Select Settings on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
2. Select Network Settings, and then press the OK button.
3.
Select Network Status, and then press the OK button.
Displays the Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection status. You can check if the printer is connected
to the network, or how many devices are connected when the printer is connected by Wi-Fi Direct (Simple
AP) connection.
4. To check other information, press the
that you want to check.
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or r button and then press the u or d button to select the menus
❏ Wired LAN/Wi-Fi Status
Displays the network information (Obtain IP Address, Default Gateway, DNS Server Setup Mode and so
on) for Ethernet or Wi-Fi connections.
❏ Wi-Fi Direct Status
Displays the network information (Obtain IP Address, the number of connected devices, Default Gateway
and so on) for Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connections.
❏ Epson Connect Status
Displays the registered information for Epson Connect services.
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❏ Google Cloud Print Status
Displays the registered information for Google Cloud Print services and the connection status.
❏ Print Status Sheet
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Make sure that papers are set to the printer, then press the
button to print a network status sheet.
Printing a Network Connection Report
You can print a network connection report to check the status between the printer and the access point.
1. Load papers.
2.
Select Settings on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
3. Select Network Settings, and then press the OK button.
4. Select Connection Check, and then press the OK button.
connection check starts.
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5. Select Ye s , and then press the OK button.
6. Press the
If an error has occurred, check the network connection report, and then follow the printed solutions.
Related Information
& “Messages and Solutions on the Network Connection Report” on page 30
x
button to print the network connection report.
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Messages and Solutions on the Network Connection Report
Check the messages and error codes on the network connection report, and then follow the solutions.
a. Error code
b. Messages on the Network Environment
a. Error code
Code Solution
E-1 ❏ Make sure that the Ethernet cable is connected to the printer, a hub, or other network devices.
❏ Make sure that the hub or other network devices are turned on.
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