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Contents

SureColor P600 User's Guide................................................................................................................... 11
Product Basics .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Using the Control Panel ..................................................................................................................... 12
Control Panel Buttons and Lights .................................................................................................. 12
Status Icons .............................................................................................................................. 14
Product Parts Locations ..................................................................................................................... 17
Product Parts - Front ..................................................................................................................... 18
Product Parts - Inside .................................................................................................................... 19
Product Parts - Back...................................................................................................................... 20
The Power Off and Sleep Timers ....................................................................................................... 20
Changing the Power Off Timer Setting from the Control Panel...................................................... 21
Changing the Power Off Timer Setting - Windows......................................................................... 22
Changing the Power Off Timer Setting - OS X............................................................................... 23
Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More ......................................................... 24
Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App ................................................................................................ 25
Using AirPrint .................................................................................................................................... 26
Using Google Cloud Print................................................................................................................... 26
Setting Up Google Cloud Print on a Chromebook ......................................................................... 27
Wi-Fi or Wired Networking........................................................................................................................ 29
Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup......................................................................................................... 29
Selecting Wireless Network Settings from the Control Panel ........................................................ 30
Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup .................................................................................................................... 32
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)............................................................................................................. 36
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Printing a Network Status Sheet......................................................................................................... 37
Changing or Updating Network Connections ..................................................................................... 38
Accessing the Web Config Utility................................................................................................... 38
Changing a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network Connection...................................................... 39
Loading Media ........................................................................................................................................... 41
Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder.................................................................................................... 41
Loading Fine Art Media ...................................................................................................................... 44
Loading Posterboard and Thick Media............................................................................................... 48
Loading Roll Paper............................................................................................................................. 52
Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity .................................................................................................... 57
Available Epson Papers ..................................................................................................................... 59
Borderless Paper Type Compatibility ................................................................................................. 65
Paper or Media Type Settings - Product Software.............................................................................. 66
Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel ........................................................... 68
Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel............................................................................... 68
Selecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings ................................................ 70
Printing from a Computer ......................................................................................................................... 72
Printing with Windows ........................................................................................................................ 72
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows ...................................................................................... 72
Paper Configuration Options - Windows ................................................................................... 75
Advanced B&W Photo Options - Windows................................................................................ 76
Print Quality Options - Windows ............................................................................................... 77
Color Management Options - Windows .................................................................................... 77
Advanced Color Controls - Windows ........................................................................................ 79
Paper Source Options - Windows ............................................................................................. 79
Using Layout Manager - Windows Only .................................................................................... 81
Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows..................................................................................... 87
Reduce/Enlarge Options - Windows ......................................................................................... 88
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Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows..................................................................................... 88
Double-sided Printing Options - Windows................................................................................. 89
Selecting Additional Settings - Windows ....................................................................................... 89
Checking Print Status - Windows.............................................................................................. 93
Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings ................................................................. 93
Saving and Sharing Print Settings - Windows........................................................................... 94
Saving and Sharing Media Settings - Windows......................................................................... 95
Editing Print Setting Displays - Windows .................................................................................. 96
Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows.................................................................................... 98
Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens............................................................ 100
Changing Automatic Update Options .......................................................................................... 101
Printing with OS X ............................................................................................................................ 102
Selecting Basic Print Settings - OS X .......................................................................................... 102
Advanced Color Settings - OS X ............................................................................................. 108
Output Resolution Settings - OS X.......................................................................................... 110
Print Options - OS X................................................................................................................ 110
Selecting Roll Paper Settings - OS X........................................................................................... 111
Selecting Paper Configuration Settings - OS X............................................................................ 113
Advanced Media Control Options - OS X................................................................................ 113
Selecting Print Layout Options - OS X......................................................................................... 114
Managing Color - OS X................................................................................................................ 114
Color Matching Options - OS X ............................................................................................... 115
Sizing Printed Images - OS X ...................................................................................................... 116
Selecting Printing Preferences - OS X......................................................................................... 116
Printing Preferences - OS X.................................................................................................... 117
Printing Your Document or Photo - OS X..................................................................................... 118
Checking Print Status - OS X .................................................................................................. 118
Printing on CDs/DVDs............................................................................................................................. 120
Loading a CD/DVD........................................................................................................................... 120
Removing a Printed CD/DVD ........................................................................................................... 122
Printing on CDs/DVDs from a Computer .......................................................................................... 123
Starting Epson Print CD - Windows ............................................................................................. 123
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Printing Your CD/DVD Design - Windows ................................................................................... 124
Starting Epson Print CD - OS X .................................................................................................. 125
Printing Your CD/DVD Design - OS X.......................................................................................... 126
Replacing Ink Cartridges ........................................................................................................................ 127
Check Cartridge Status .................................................................................................................... 127
Checking Cartridge Status on the LCD Screen............................................................................ 127
Checking Cartridge Status with Windows.................................................................................... 128
Checking Cartridge Status with OS X .......................................................................................... 130
Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges........................................................................................................ 131
Ink Cartridge Part Numbers ......................................................................................................... 131
Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges............................................................................................ 132
Switch Black Ink Type ...................................................................................................................... 136
Black Ink Type Media List............................................................................................................ 136
Switching the Black Ink Type....................................................................................................... 137
Adjusting Print Quality............................................................................................................................ 138
Print Head Maintenance................................................................................................................... 138
Print Head Nozzle Check............................................................................................................. 138
Checking the Nozzles Using the Product Control Panel ......................................................... 138
Checking the Nozzles Using a Computer Utility...................................................................... 140
Print Head Cleaning .................................................................................................................... 142
Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel ...................................................... 142
Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility................................................................... 144
Print Head Alignment ....................................................................................................................... 146
Aligning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel ............................................................ 147
Aligning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility......................................................................... 148
Cleaning the Paper Guide ................................................................................................................ 150
Cleaning and Transporting Your Product ............................................................................................. 151
Cleaning Your Product ..................................................................................................................... 151
Transporting Your Product ............................................................................................................... 151
Solving Problems .................................................................................................................................... 158
Checking for Software Updates........................................................................................................ 158
Product Status Messages ................................................................................................................ 159
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Running a Product Check ................................................................................................................ 160
Resetting Control Panel Defaults ..................................................................................................... 161
Solving Setup Problems ................................................................................................................... 162
Noise After Ink Installation ........................................................................................................... 163
Software Installation Problems .................................................................................................... 163
Solving Network Problems ............................................................................................................... 164
Product Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point .................................................. 164
Network Software Cannot Find Product on a Network................................................................. 165
Product Does Not Appear in OS X Printer Window...................................................................... 166
Cannot Print Over a Network....................................................................................................... 167
Solving Paper Problems................................................................................................................... 168
Paper Feeding Problems............................................................................................................. 168
Paper Jam Problems in the Sheet Feeder................................................................................... 170
Paper Jam Problems in the Front Manual Feed Tray .................................................................. 171
Paper Jam Problems - Thick Media............................................................................................. 172
Paper Jam Problems - Roll Paper ............................................................................................... 174
Paper Ejection Problems ............................................................................................................. 175
Solving Problems Printing from a Computer..................................................................................... 176
Nothing Prints.............................................................................................................................. 176
Product Icon Does Not Appear in Windows Taskbar ................................................................... 177
Error After Cartridge Replacement .............................................................................................. 177
Printing is Slow ............................................................................................................................ 178
Solving Page Layout and Content Problems.................................................................................... 179
Inverted Image............................................................................................................................. 179
Too Many Copies Print ................................................................................................................ 180
Blank Pages Print ........................................................................................................................ 180
Incorrect Margins on Printout....................................................................................................... 181
Border Appears on Borderless Prints .......................................................................................... 181
Incorrect Characters Print............................................................................................................ 181
Incorrect Image Size or Position.................................................................................................. 182
Slanted Printout........................................................................................................................... 182
Solving Print Quality Problems......................................................................................................... 183
White or Dark Lines in Printout .................................................................................................... 183
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Blurry or Smeared Printout .......................................................................................................... 184
Faint Printout or Printout Has Gaps ............................................................................................. 185
Grainy Printout............................................................................................................................. 186
Incorrect Colors ........................................................................................................................... 187
Solving CD/DVD Problems............................................................................................................... 188
CD/DVD Jam Problems............................................................................................................... 188
Image Not Centered on CD/DVD................................................................................................. 189
Image Does Not Cover Printable Area of Disc............................................................................. 189
Ink Smears on CD/DVD............................................................................................................... 189
Faint Image on CD/DVD .............................................................................................................. 189
Uninstall Your Product Software....................................................................................................... 189
Uninstalling Printing Software - Windows .................................................................................... 190
Uninstalling Product Software - OS X .......................................................................................... 190
Where to Get Help............................................................................................................................ 191
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 193
Windows System Requirements ...................................................................................................... 193
OS X System Requirements............................................................................................................. 193
Paper Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 194
Printable Area Specifications ........................................................................................................... 195
Ink Cartridge Specifications.............................................................................................................. 200
Dimension Specifications ................................................................................................................. 201
Electrical Specifications ................................................................................................................... 201
Environmental Specifications ........................................................................................................... 202
Interface Specifications .................................................................................................................... 203
Network Interface Specifications ...................................................................................................... 203
Safety and Approvals Specifications ................................................................................................ 203
Notices ..................................................................................................................................................... 205
Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 205
General Printer Safety Instructions.............................................................................................. 205
Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions.................................................................................................. 207
LCD Screen Safety Instructions................................................................................................... 207
Wireless Connection Safety Instructions ..................................................................................... 208
FCC Compliance Statement............................................................................................................. 208
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Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 209
Copyright Notice............................................................................................................................... 209
A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials................................................... 210
Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products ............................................... 210
Copyright Attribution.................................................................................................................... 210
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SureColor P600 User's Guide
Welcome to the SureColor P600 User's Guide.
For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here.
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Product Basics

See these sections to learn about the basic features of your product.
Using the Control Panel Product Parts Locations The Power Off and Sleep Timers Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More Using AirPrint Using Google Cloud Print

Using the Control Panel

See these sections to learn about the control panel and select control panel settings.
Control Panel Buttons and Lights The Touch Screen Adjusting Control Panel Position Changing Touch Screen Language Adjusting the Screen Brightness
Parent topic: Product Basics

Control Panel Buttons and Lights

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1
The power light
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The home button
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The power button
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The back button
5 The touch screen
6 The up and down arrow buttons
Parent topic: Using the Control Panel

The Touch Screen

1 Status icons
2 Load Guide displays when no paper is loaded; Media Setup displays when paper is loaded
3 Opens the ink cartridge menu
4 Changes the black ink type
5 Opens the networking menu
6 Opens the setup menu
7 Ejects paper
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Status Icons
Status Icons
Parent topic: Using the Control Panel
Status icons may be displayed on the touch screen depending on the product's status.
Icons Description
Photo Black ink is selected.
Matte Black ink is selected.
Ink is low.
Displays the status of the Ethernet connection.
Wired or wireless network connection has been established.
Wi-Fi connection has been established. The number of lit bars indicates the connection's signal strength.
Ad hoc connection has been established.
Wi-Fi Direct mode connection has been established.
Simple AP mode connection has been established.
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Icons Description
Auto Sheet Feeder setting is selected (displays in Load Guide).
Fine Art Media setting is selected (displays in Load Guide).
Poster Board setting is selected (displays in Load Guide).
CD/DVD setting is selected (displays in Load Guide).
Roll Paper setting is selected (displays in Load Guide).
Thick Paper setting is set to On.
Parent topic: The Touch Screen

Adjusting Control Panel Position

You can adjust the position of the control panel to make it easier to access. Raise or lower it to the desired angle as shown.
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Parent topic: Using the Control Panel

Changing Touch Screen Language

You can change the language used on the touch screen.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the setup button.
You see a screen like this:
3. Select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.
4. Select Common Settings.
5. Press the down arrow button and select Language.
6. Select a language.
Parent topic: Using the Control Panel

Adjusting the Screen Brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the setup button.
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You see a screen like this:
3. Select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.
4. Select Common Settings.
5. Select LCD Brightness.
6. Tap the left or right arrows to adjust the screen brightness.
7. Select OK to exit.
Parent topic: Using the Control Panel

Product Parts Locations

See these sections to identify the parts on your product.
Product Parts - Front Product Parts - Inside Product Parts - Back
Parent topic: Product Basics
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Product Parts - Front

1 Printer cover
2 Front cover
3 Output tray
4 Front manual feed tray
5 Control panel
6 Sheet feeder
7 Edge guide
8 Paper support and extensions
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9 CD tray
10 Roll paper holders
Parent topic: Product Parts Locations

Product Parts - Inside

1 Ink cartridge cover
2 Ink pad
3 Print head
Parent topic: Product Parts Locations
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Product Parts - Back

1 AC inlet
2 Vent
3 USB port
4 LAN port
5 Roll paper feed slot
6 Rear paper support and extension
Parent topic: Product Parts Locations

The Power Off and Sleep Timers

The product enters sleep mode or turns off automatically if it is not used for a period of time. You can adjust the time period before power management, but increasing the time reduces the product's energy efficiency.
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Changing the Power Off Timer Setting from the Control Panel Changing the Sleep Timer Setting from the Control Panel Changing the Power Off Timer Setting - Windows Changing the Power Off Timer Setting - OS X
Parent topic: Product Basics

Changing the Power Off Timer Setting from the Control Panel

You can use the product's control panel to change the time period before the printer turns off automatically.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the setup button.
You see a screen like this:
3. Select System Administration.
4. Select Common Settings.
5. Select Power Off Timer.
6. Select the length of time after which you want the product to automatically turn off when it is not in use.
Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers
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Changing the Sleep Timer Setting from the Control Panel

You can use the product's control panel to change the time period before the product enters sleep mode.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the setup button.
You see a screen like this:
3. Select System Administration.
4. Select Common Settings.
5. Select Sleep Timer.
6. Select + or – to select the time period you want before the product goes to sleep. Then select OK.
Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers

Changing the Power Off Timer Setting - Windows

You can use the printer software to change the time period before the printer turns off automatically.
1. Access the Windows Desktop, right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar, and select Printer Settings.
2. Click the Utility tab and select Printer and Option Information.
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You see this window:
3. In the drop-down menu, select the length of time after which you want the product to automatically turn off when it is not in use.
4. Click Send.
5. When you see the time you selected listed as the Current Printer Setting, click OK.
Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers

Changing the Power Off Timer Setting - OS X

You can use the printer software to change the time period before the printer turns off automatically.
1. In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax, Print & Scan, or
Printers & Scanners, select your product, and select Options & Supplies. Select Utility and select Open Printer Utility.
2. Select Printer Settings.
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You see this window:
3. Select the length of time after which you want the product to automatically turn off when it is not in use as the Power Off Timer setting.
4. Click Apply.
5. Close the Printer Settings window.
Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers

Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More

You can print documents, photos, and web pages from your home or office. You can use your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Epson offers these solutions to print from anywhere: Epson iPrint Mobile App and Epson Remote Print.
Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App Using Epson Remote Print
Parent topic: Product Basics
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Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App

Use this free Apple and Android app to print to nearby Epson networked products. The Epson iPrint Mobile App lets you print PDFs, Microsoft Office documents, photos, and web pages over a wireless network.
1. Set up your product on a network. See the link below.
2. Visit epson.com/connect to learn more about Epson iPrint and check the compatibility of your mobile device.
3. Download Epson iPrint from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
4. Connect your mobile device to the same wireless network that your product is using.
5. Print from your mobile device to your Epson product.
Parent topic: Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
Related topics
Wi-Fi or Wired Networking

Using Epson Remote Print

With Epson Remote Print software on your Windows computer or laptop, you can print to an Epson Email-enabled product anywhere in the world.
1. Set up your product for network printing. See the link below.
2. Visit epson.com/connect to learn more about Remote Print and how to download the software.
3. Download and install the Remote Print software.
4. Obtain the email address and optional access key of the Epson product you want to use for printing, and enter this address during Remote Print setup.
5. Select the print command in your application and choose the Remote Print driver for your Epson product.
Parent topic: Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
Related topics
Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
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Using AirPrint

AirPrint enables instant wireless printing from iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with the latest version of iOS, and Mac with the latest version of OS X.
Note: If you disabled paper configuration messages on your product control panel, you cannot use AirPrint. See the link below to enable the messages, if necessary.
1. Load paper in your product.
2. Set up your product for wireless printing. See the link below.
3. Connect your Apple device to the same wireless network that your product is using.
4. Print from your device to your product.
Note: For details, see the AirPrint page on the Apple website.
Parent topic: Product Basics
Related topics
Wi-Fi or Wired Networking Loading Media

Using Google Cloud Print

With a Google Account, you can print from your Apple or Android device to your Epson product. You can also print from Chromebooks and the Google Chrome browser without drivers or cables.
Set up your Epson product for network printing. See the link below.
Note: Make sure your Epson printer and computer are connected to the same network before starting the Google Cloud Print setup.
1. Connect your device to the same network that your Epson product is using.
2. Print a network status sheet.
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3. Locate your product's IP address on the network status sheet.
4. Enter the IP address into the address bar of a web browser.
5. Select the Google Cloud Print Services option.
Note: If you don't see the Google Cloud Print Services option, turn your product off and back on. If the option still doesn't appear, select the Firmware Update option and follow the on-screen instructions to update your product.
6. Click Register.
7. Select the checkbox to agree to the Usage Advisory and click Next.
8. Click OK to launch the sign-in page.
A separate browser window opens.
9. Enter your Google Account username and password and click Sign in, or, if you don't have an account, click Sign up for a new Google Account and follow the on-screen instructions.
10. Click Finish printer registration to complete setup and print a test page.
Your product is now linked to your Google Account and can be accessed from any Chromebook, computer, Apple or Android device with Internet access. Visit Epson Support for more information on using Google Cloud Print, or the Google Cloud Print website for a list of supported apps.

Setting Up Google Cloud Print on a Chromebook

Parent topic: Product Basics
Related topics
Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Setting Up Google Cloud Print on a Chromebook
With a Google Account, you can print from a Chromebook without drivers or cables.
Set up your Epson product for network printing. See the link below.
Note: Make sure your Epson product is connected to your wireless network before starting the Google Cloud Print setup.
1. Turn on your Chromebook and connect it to the same wireless network as your product.
Note: See your Chromebook's documentation for details on connecting to a network.
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2. Do one of the following:
• Click Add to Cloud Print in the notification that appears in the corner of your Chromebook
screen.
Note: If you do not see a notification, check to see if a number appears in the status area at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click this number to open the notifications menu, then click Add to Cloud Print.
• Open a web browser and enter chrome://devices in the address bar. Skip to step 4.
3. Click Add Device.
4. Click the Register button that appears next to your product.
5. Click Register on the confirmation screen. Your product's LCD screen displays a confirmation message.
6. Select OK or press the OK button on your product to confirm the Google Cloud Print connection and print a test page.
Your product is now linked to your Google Account and can be accessed from any Chromebook, iPhone, or Android phone with Internet access. For more information on using Google Cloud Print, visit Epson Support.
Parent topic: Using Google Cloud Print
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Wi-Fi or Wired Networking

See these sections to use your product on a Wi-Fi or wired network.
Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Printing a Network Status Sheet Changing or Updating Network Connections

Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup

You can set up your product to communicate with your computer using a wireless router or access point. The wireless router or access point can be connected to your computer over a wireless or wired network.
1 Epson product
2 Wireless router or access point
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3 Computer with a wireless interface
4 Computer
5 Internet
6 Ethernet cable (used only for wired connection to the wireless router or access point)

Selecting Wireless Network Settings from the Control Panel

Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Selecting Wireless Network Settings from the Control Panel
You can select or change wireless network settings using your product control panel.
To install your product on a wireless network, follow the instructions on the Start Here sheet and install the necessary software. The installer program guides you through network setup.
Note: Breakdown or repair of this product may cause loss of network data and settings. Epson is not responsible for backing up or recovering data and settings during or after the warranty period. We recommend that you make your own backup or print out your network data and settings.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the network status icon.
3. Select Wi-Fi Setup.
You see a screen like this:
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4. Select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard.
Note: If you need to disable the wireless network to set up your product on an Ethernet network,
press the down arrow button, select Disable Wi-Fi, and press the OK button. Then follow the instructions on changing to a wired network connection.
5. Select the name of your wireless network or enter the name manually.
Note: To enter the wireless network name manually, select Other Networks and select the Network (SSID) field. Use the displayed keypad to enter your network name.
6. Select the Password field and enter your wireless password using the displayed keypad.
Note: The network name and password are case sensitive. Be sure to correctly enter uppercase and
lowercase letters, and numeric or special characters.
• Press or to move the cursor.
• Press to change the case of letters.
• Press to delete the previous character.
• Press to enter numbers and symbols.
• Press to enter a space.
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7. Press when you finish entering your password and select Proceed.
8. Confirm the displayed network settings and select OK to save them.
Note: If you need to change a setting, press the back button.
9. If you want to print a network setup report, select Print. (Otherwise, select Done.)
10. Press the home button to exit.
Your product should now be connected to the network.
Note: If the WiFi connection symbol does not appear lit on the touch screen, you may have selected the wrong network name or entered the password incorrectly. Repeat these steps to try again.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup

Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup

You can set up your product to communicate directly with your computer or another device without requiring a wireless router or access point.
1 Epson product
2 Computer with a wireless interface
3 Other wireless device
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You can select one of these modes to communicate with your computer or device:
Access point mode
The product itself acts as the network access point for up to 4 devices. When operating in this mode, your product displays an AP connection symbol on the LCD screen.
Peer-to-peer mode
The product communicates one-to-one with another Wi-Fi Direct capable device. When operating in this mode, your product displays a Direct or D connection symbol on the LCD screen.
To disconnect a peer-to-peer mode connection, release the connection to your product from your computer or other device.
To enable peer-to-peer mode, you must select it from the Web Config Utility, under WiFi/Network Settings > Services > Wi-Fi Direct.

Enabling Wi-Fi Direct Mode

Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Enabling Wi-Fi Direct Mode
You can enable Wi-Fi Direct mode to allow direct communication between your product and a computer or other devices without a wireless router or access point.
Note: You may need to enable the Wi-Fi Direct setting in the Advanced Setup menu before you can enable Wi-Fi Direct mode.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the network status icon.
3. Select Wi-Fi Setup.
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You see a screen like this:
4. Scroll down and select Wi-Fi Direct Setup.
5. Select Connection Setup.
6. Select Change Password and select Yes.
Note: If you have already connected devices or computers to your product via Wi-Fi Direct, they are disconnected when you change the password.
7. Enter your new Wi-Fi Direct password.
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Note: Your password must be at least 8 and no more than 22 characters long.
• Press or to move the cursor.
• Press to change the case of letters.
• Press to delete the previous character.
• Press to enter numbers and symbols.
• Press to enter a space.
8. Press when you finish entering your password.
You see a screen like this:
9. Scroll down to view the SSID (Wi-Fi network name) and password.
10. Use your computer or wireless device to select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) displayed on the LCD screen, then enter the password shown.
11. Press the home button to exit.
You see either an AP or Direct connection symbol on the LCD screen and should be able to print directly to your product from your computer or device.
Note: If the AP or Direct connection symbol is not displayed on the LCD screen, Wi-Fi Direct mode is not enabled. Repeat these steps to try again.
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Parent topic: Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

If your network uses a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can quickly connect your product to the network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
Note: To check if your router is WPS-enabled, look for a button labeled WPS on your router or access point. If there is no hardware button, there may be a virtual WPS button in the software for the device. Check your network product documentation for details.

Using WPS to Connect to a Network

Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Using WPS to Connect to a Network
If you have a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect your product to the network.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the network status icon.
3. Select Wi-Fi Setup.
You see a screen like this:
4. Select Push Button Setup (WPS) and select Proceed.
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5. Follow the instructions on the LCD screen to complete WPS setup.
6. Press the home button to exit.
Your product should now be connected to the network.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

Printing a Network Status Sheet

You can print a network status sheet to help you determine the causes of any problems you may have using your product on a network.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the setup button.
3. Select Network Status.
4. Select Wi-Fi/Network Status.
You see a screen like this:
Note: If you are connected to a wireless network, the signal strength is also displayed.
5. Select Print.
6. Select Print again to print the network status sheet.
Examine the settings shown on the network status sheet to diagnose any problems you have.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
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Changing or Updating Network Connections

See these sections to change or update how your product connects to a network.
Accessing the Web Config Utility Changing a USB Connection to a Wi-Fi Connection Changing a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network Connection Connecting to a New Wi-Fi Router Disabling Wi-Fi Features
Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking

Accessing the Web Config Utility

You can select your product's network settings and confirm its operating status using a web browser. You do this by accessing your product's built-in Web Config utility from a computer or other device that is connected to the same network as your product.
1. Print a network status sheet.
2. Locate the IP Address for your product that is listed on the network status sheet.
3. On a computer or other device connected to the same network as your product, open a web browser.
4. Enter your product's IP address into the address bar.
You see the available Web Config utility options.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
Related tasks
Printing a Network Status Sheet

Changing a USB Connection to a Wi-Fi Connection

If you have already connected your product to your computer using a USB connection, you can change to a Wi-Fi connection.
1. Disconnect the USB cable from your product.
2. Uninstall your product software.
3. Download and install your product software from the Epson website using the instructions on the Start Here sheet.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
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Changing a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network Connection

If you have already connected your product to your computer wirelessly, you can change to a wired network connection if necessary.
1. Disable your product's Wi-Fi features.
2. Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to the product's LAN port.
3. Connect the other end to any available LAN port on your router or access point.
4. Uninstall your product software.
5. Download and install your product software from the Epson website.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
7. When you see the Select Your Connection screen, select Wired network connection.
8. If you see a Select Setup Option screen, select Set up printer for the first time.
9. Continue following the rest of the on-screen instructions.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
Related tasks
Disabling Wi-Fi Features

Connecting to a New Wi-Fi Router

If you change the wireless router you have been using on your network, you need to update your product's Wi-Fi connection to the new router.
Note: If you switch to a 5 GHz wireless router, set the router to operate in dual band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) mode. See your router documentation for instructions.
1. Do one of the following:
• Windows: Uninstall your product software.
• OS X: Go to the next step.
2. Download and install your product software from the Epson website using the instructions on the Start Here sheet.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
Related tasks
Uninstalling Printing Software - Windows
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Disabling Wi-Fi Features

You may need to disable your product's Wi-Fi features if you change your network connection type or need to solve a problem with your network connection.
Note: Before disabling Wi-Fi features, make a note of your product's SSID (network name) and password, and any network settings selected for the Epson Connect services you may use.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the network status icon.
3. Select Wi-Fi Setup.
You see this screen:
4. Scroll down and select Disable Wi-Fi.
5. Select Yes to disable Wi-Fi.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
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Loading Media

Before you print, load media for the type of printing you will do.
Note: Loading media automatically displays the setup screen for media type and size. To turn this display off, press the setup button, select System Administration > Printer Settings > Paper
Source Settings > Paper Setup Display > Off.
Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Loading Fine Art Media Loading Posterboard and Thick Media Loading Roll Paper Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity Available Epson Papers Borderless Paper Type Compatibility Paper or Media Type Settings - Product Software Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel Selecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings

Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder

You can print on a variety of paper types and sizes from paper loaded in the sheet feeder.
1. Turn on your product.
2. Open the paper support and pull up the extensions.
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3. Open the front cover.
4. Extend the output tray.
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5. Insert paper, glossy or printable side up, short edge first, against the right edge and behind the tab.
6. Press the button on the edge guide and slide it to the edge of the paper.
7. When prompted by the product's LCD screen, select the size and type of the paper you loaded and select OK.
Always follow these paper loading guidelines:
• Load only the recommended number of sheets.
• Load paper short edge first, no matter which way your document faces.
• Load the printable side faceup.
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• Load letterhead or pre-printed paper top edge first.
• Do not load paper above the arrow mark inside the edge guide.
• Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions.
Parent topic: Loading Media
Related references
Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity
Related tasks
Loading Fine Art Media Loading Posterboard and Thick Media Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel Selecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings

Loading Fine Art Media

Use the front manual feed tray and the rear paper support to load fine art media.
Note: You can load fine art media with a thickness of 0.012 to 0.028 inch (0.3 to 0.7 mm).
1. Turn on your product.
2. Remove any paper from the sheet feeder and close the paper support.
3. Remove any roll paper and the roll paper holders.
4. Open the rear paper support.
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5. Pull out the rear paper support extensions.
6. Open the front cover.
7. Press the center of the manual feed tray and release it to extend the tray.
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8. Insert a single sheet of fine art paper into the manual feed tray. Insert it short edge first with the printable side up.
9. Feed the paper up to the line near the end of the tray. Make sure the paper is flush against the right side.
10. Select Load on the touch screen. The paper loads into your product.
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11. When you see a message telling you to extend the output tray, pull out and extend the tray fully.
12. When prompted by the product's touch screen, select the size and type of the paper you loaded and select OK.
13. Push in the manual feed tray until it latches.
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Note: To eject paper, select Eject on the touch screen and select Yes to confirm.
Always follow these paper loading guidelines:
• Load only one sheet at a time.
• Load fine art media short edge first, no matter which way your document faces.
• Load the printable side faceup.
• Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions.
Parent topic: Loading Media
Related references
Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity
Related tasks
Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Loading Posterboard and Thick Media Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel Selecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings

Loading Posterboard and Thick Media

Use the front manual feed tray to load media with a thickness of 0.028 to 0.051 inch (0.7 to 1.3 mm).
Note: Be sure to leave at least 13 inches (32 cm) of space behind your product for the media to feed through.
1. Turn on your product.
2. Remove any paper from the sheet feeder and close the paper support.
3. Remove any roll paper and the roll paper holders.
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4. Close the rear paper support.
5. Open the front cover.
6. Press the center of the manual feed tray and release it to extend the tray.
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7. Insert a single sheet of posterboard or thick media into the manual feed tray. Insert it short edge first with the printable side up.
Note: Never try to load media from the rear, or you could damage your product.
8. Feed the paper up to the line near the end of the tray. Make sure the paper is flush against the right side.
9. Select Poster Board - Load on the touch screen. The paper loads into your product.
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10. When you see a message on the screen, push in the manual feed tray until it latches.
11. Fully extend the output tray.
Note: To eject paper, select Eject on the touch screen and follow the displayed instructions. Do not extend the manual feed tray during printing, or you may damage your product.
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Parent topic: Loading Media
Related references
Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity
Related tasks
Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Loading Fine Art Media Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel Selecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings

Loading Roll Paper

You can load 13-inch (330 mm) wide roll paper for printing large or panoramic images, or multiple photos (with or without borders).
Note: It’s a good idea to check the ink status and replace cartridges, if necessary, before printing a large print job. If you need to replace a cartridge during printing, you can continue to print but you might notice a color difference in your printout depending on drying conditions.
1. Turn on your product.
2. Remove any paper from the sheet feeder and close the paper support.
3. Open the front cover.
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4. Fully extend the output tray.
5. Remove any tape and protective paper from the end of the roll. Make sure the paper is cut straight across to avoid paper feeding problems.
Note: Avoid touching the surface of your paper. With canvas media that you have previously loaded, cut the edge straight each time you reload it for best results.
6. Place the roll paper holders on each end of the paper roll as shown. The holders are labeled L and R (for left and right), as viewed from the front of the printer.
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7. Open the rear paper support but do not extend it.
8. Attach the roll paper holders as shown. Hook the holders onto the attachment points marked with orange labels.
Note: Make sure the roll paper holders are firmly secured to your product.
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9. Feed the paper into your product until it meets resistance. In a few seconds, the paper loads automatically.
Note: When loading canvas media, leave slack in the roll as it feeds and prints for the best results.
10. When prompted by the product's touch screen, select the size and type of the paper you loaded and select OK.

Cutting and Removing Roll Paper

Parent topic: Loading Media
Related references
Borderless Paper Type Compatibility
Related tasks
Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel
Cutting and Removing Roll Paper
After printing on roll paper, use scissors as described here to cut the roll paper from your printout.
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1. When printing is finished, you see this screen:
2. Select Cut to print a cut line and feed the paper.
Note: If you select No Cut, you return to the main screen.
3. Use scissors to cut the paper along the cut line.
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4. Follow the instructions on the screen to unload the roll paper. Turn the knobs on the roll paper holders backward as the paper unloads, then remove the paper and holders from your product.
Note: You can also unload roll paper by selecting Cut/Eject > Eject on the touch screen.
Parent topic: Loading Roll Paper

Cut Sheet Media Loading Capacity

You can load cut sheet media in the paper types and quantities listed here into your product.
Sheet Feeder
Paper type Loading capacity
Plain paper 120 sheets
Epson Presentation Paper Matte 100 sheets Letter (8.5 × 11 inches
[216 × 279 mm])
50 sheets B4 (13.9 × 9.84 inches [353 × 250 mm]), B5 (7.2 × 10.1 inches [182 × 257 mm]), 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Bright White Paper 80 sheets
Epson Photo Paper Glossy 30 sheets
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Paper type Loading capacity
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy 30 sheets 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm), 8 × 10
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy
inches (203 × 254 mm), Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]), 11 × 14 inches (279 × 356 mm)
20 sheets 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm)
10 sheets A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm]), B4 (13.9 × 9.84 inches [353 × 250 mm]), B5 (7.2 × 10.1 inches [182 × 257 mm]), 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster 30 sheets Letter (8.5 × 11 inches
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
[216 × 279 mm])
10 sheets A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm]), 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Glossy 30 sheets Letter (8.5 × 11 inches
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Luster
[216 × 279 mm])
10 sheets 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss 30 sheets 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm), Letter
(8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm])
10 sheets 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte 30 sheets 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm),
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm])
sided 10 sheets 11 × 14 inches (279 × 356 mm), A3
(11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm]), 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets 1 sheet
Manual Feed Tray
You can load one sheet of posterboard or other thick media 0.028 to 0.051 inch (0.7 to 1.3 mm) thick in this size in the front manual feed tray: 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm).You can also load one sheet of the following types of media:
• Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper
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• Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper
• Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant White
• Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper
• Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured
• Epson Hot Press Bright
• Epson Hot Press Natural
• Epson Cold Press Bright
• Epson Cold Press Natural
• Epson Exhibition Canvas Matte
Parent topic: Loading Media

Available Epson Papers

You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
Note: Paper/media availability varies by country.
Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Bright White Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041586 500
[216 × 279 mm])
Epson High Quality Ink Jet Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041111 100
[216 × 279 mm])
Epson Cold Press Bright Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S042307 25
[216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S042310 25 (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Cold Press Natural Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S042297 25
[216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S042300 25 (330 × 483 mm)
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041636 20
[216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S041637 20 (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S045033 25
[216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S045037 25 (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Hot Press Bright Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S042327 25
[216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S042330 25 (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Hot Press Natural Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S042317 25
[216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S042320 25 (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S045486 25 Textured [216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S045487 20 (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S042384 150 Matte Double-sided [216 × 279 mm])
Epson (Consumer) Sample Media Various sizes SMP603 Various Pack quantities
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches S041106 10 Sheets [210 × 297 mm])
Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches S041054 50
[105 × 148 mm])
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S042175 20 Glossy [216 × 279 mm])
8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) S041946 20
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Premium Luster Photo 8.3 inches (211 mm) × 32 feet S041408 1 roll Paper (260) (9.8 m)
13 inches (330 mm) × 32 feet S041409 1 roll (9.8 m)
10 inches (254 mm) × 100 feet S042077 1 roll (30.5 m)
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S045589 25 Glossy [216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S045590 25 (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Luster Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S045516 25
[216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S045517 25 (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Photo Paper Glossy Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041649 50
[216 × 279 mm])
11 × 17 inches S041156 20 (279 × 432 mm)
13 × 19 inches S041143 20 (330 × 483 mm)
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041271 100 [216 × 279 mm])
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Premium Photo Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041286 20 Glossy [216 × 279 mm])
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches S041288 20 [297 × 420 mm])
13 × 19 inches S041289 20 (330 × 483 mm)
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041667 50 [216 × 279 mm])
11 × 17 inches S041290 20 (279 × 432 mm)
4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S041727 100
5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm) S041464 20
8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) S041465 20
11 × 14 inches S041466 20 (279 × 356 mm)
Epson Premium Photo Paper 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S041982 40 Semi-gloss
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041331 20 [216 × 279 mm])
13 × 19 inches S041327 20 (330 × 483 mm)
8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) S041467 50
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041257 50 [216 × 279 mm])
11 × 14 inches S041468 50 (279 × 356 mm)
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches S041260 50 [297 × 420 mm])
13 × 19 inches S041263 50 (330 × 483 mm)
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Premium Presentation Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041568 50 Paper Matte Double-sided [216 × 279 mm])
Epson Premium Presentation Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041062 100 Paper Matte [216 × 279 mm])
Legal (8.5 × 14 inches S041067 100 [216 × 356 mm])
11 × 17 inches S041070 100 (279 × 432 mm)
13 × 19 inches S041069 100 (330 × 483 mm)
16.5 × 23.4 inches (420 × 594 S041079 30 mm)
17 × 22 inches S041171 100 (432 × 559 mm)
Epson Proofing Paper White 13 × 19 inches S045115 100 Semimatte (330 × 483 mm)
13 inches (300 mm) × 100 feet S042002 1 roll (30.5 m)
Epson Standard Proofing Paper 13 inches (300 mm) × 100 feet S041996 1 roll Publication (30.5 m)
Epson Standard Proofing Paper 13 inches (300 mm) × 100 feet S042144 1 roll Commercial (30.5 m)
Epson Signature Worthy Sample Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S045234 14 Pack [216 × 279 mm])
Epson Standard Proofing Paper 13 × 19 inches S045115 100 (240) (330 × 483 mm)
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041405 50 Luster [216 × 279 mm])
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches S041406 50 [297 × 420 mm])
13 × 19 inches S041407 50 (330 × 483 mm)
13 × 19 inches S041604 100 (330 × 483 mm)
17 × 22 inches S042084 25 (432 × 559 mm)
13 inches S041409 1 roll (330 mm) × 32.8 feet (10 m)
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041341 50 Paper Matte [216 × 279 mm])
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches S041343 50 [297 × 420 mm])
13 × 19 inches S041339 50 (330 × 483 mm)
13 × 19 inches S041605 100 (330 × 483 mm)
17 × 22 inches S041908 100 (432 × 559 mm)
Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper 13 × 19 inches S041896 25
(330 × 483 mm)
17 × 22 inches S041897 25 (432 × 559 mm)
Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant 13 × 19 inches S041351 20 White (330 × 483 mm)
Epson Exhibition Canvas Matte 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet S045255 1 roll
(6.1 m)
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Exhibition Canvas Satin 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet S045248 1 roll
(6.1 m)
Epson Exhibition Canvas Gloss 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet S045241 1 roll
(6.1 m)
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet S045241 1 roll Matte (6.1 m)
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet S045396 1 roll Satin (6.1 m)
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet S045410 1 roll Gloss (6.1 m)
Parent topic: Loading Media

Borderless Paper Type Compatibility

You can print borderless photos on compatible paper types in compatible sizes.
Borderless Paper Types
• Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided
• Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
• Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte
• Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided
• Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy
• Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss
• Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
• Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper
• Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant White
• Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper 325 gsm
• Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy
• Epson Photo Paper Glossy
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Borderless Paper Sizes
• 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm)
• 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm)
• 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm)
• Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm])
• 11 × 14 inches (279 × 356 mm)
• A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm])
• A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm])
• 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm)
Parent topic: Loading Media

Paper or Media Type Settings - Product Software

For this paper Select this Paper Type or Media Type setting
Plain paper Plain Paper/Bright White Paper
Epson Bright White Paper
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Photo Paper Glossy Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Presentation Paper Matte Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Premium Photo Paper Semigloss
Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) UltraPremium Photo Paper Luster
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double­sided
Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets
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For this paper Select this Paper Type or Media Type setting
Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper Velvet Fine Art Paper
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Glossy Metallic Photo Glossy
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Luster Metallic Photo Luster
Epson Hot Press Bright Hot Press Bright
Epson Hot Press Natural Hot Press Natural
Epson Cold Press Bright Cold Press Bright
Epson Cold Press Natural Cold Press Natural
Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper Exhibition Fiber Paper
Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured Exhibition Watercolor Textured
Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant White Watercolor Paper - Radiant White
Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper
Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper 325 gsm
Standard Proofing Paper (240) UltraPremium Photo Paper Luster
Proofing Paper White Semimatte
Standard Proofing Paper Publication
Standard Proofing Paper Commercial
Epson Exhibition Canvas Matte Exhibition Canvas Matte
Epson Exhibition Canvas Satin Exhibition Canvas Satin
Epson Exhibition Canvas Gloss Exhibition Canvas Gloss
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Matte Exhibition Canvas Natural Matte
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Satin Exhibition Canvas Natural Satin
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Gloss Exhibition Canvas Natural Gloss
Ink jet printable CD or DVD CD/DVD or CD/DVD Premium Surface (front
manual feed tray only)
Posterboard Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte (front
manual feed tray only)
Parent topic: Loading Media
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Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel

You can change the default paper size and paper type for each source using the control panel on the product.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Select Load Guide.
3. Select the paper source you want to change.
4. Select Paper Size.
5. Select the paper size you loaded.
6. Select Paper Type.
7. Select the paper type for the paper you loaded following the guidelines in the link here.
8. Select OK.
9. Repeat these steps to select another paper source to change.

Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel

Parent topic: Loading Media
Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel
For this paper Select this Paper Type setting
Plain paper Plain Paper
Epson Bright White Paper
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Prem. Glossy
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Photo Paper Glossy Glossy
Epson Presentation Paper Matte Presentation Matte
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Prem. Semigloss
Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Luster
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Ultra Premium Matte
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For this paper Select this Paper Type setting
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Presentation Matte
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double­sided
Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets
Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper Velvet Fine Art
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Glossy Prem. Glossy
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Luster Premium Luster
Epson Hot Press Bright UltraSmooth Fine Art
Epson Hot Press Natural
Epson Cold Press Bright
Epson Cold Press Natural
Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper Premium Luster
Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured Watercolor Paper
Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant White
Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper UltraSmooth Fine Art
Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper 325 gsm
Standard Proofing Paper (240) Prem. Semigloss
Proofing Paper White Semimatte
Standard Proofing Paper Publication
Standard Proofing Paper Commercial
Epson Exhibition Canvas Matte UltraSmooth Fine Art
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Matte
Epson Exhibition Canvas Satin Premium Luster
Epson Exhibition Canvas Gloss
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Satin
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Gloss
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For this paper Select this Paper Type setting
Ink jet printable CD or DVD CD/DVD
Posterboard UltraSmooth Fine Art
Parent topic: Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel

Selecting the Default Paper Setup Display and Error Notice Settings

You can select default paper setup display and error notice settings that apply to all print jobs using the control panel on your product.
Note: These settings can be locked by an administrator. If you cannot access these settings, contact your administrator for assistance.
1. Press the home button, if necessary.
2. Press the setup button.
You see a screen like this:
3. Select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.
4. Select Printer Settings.
5. Select Paper Source Settings.
6. Select Paper Setup Display.
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7. Select one of these options:
• Select On to display the media setup screen when paper is loaded.
• Select Off if you do not want the media setup screen displayed when paper is loaded.
Note: When this setting is off, AirPrint is unavailable.
8. Select Error Notice.
9. Select one of these options:
• Select On to display an error if the loaded paper size or paper type differs from the product
settings.
• Select Off if you do not want an error to display.
Note: This setting is turned off automatically if you set the Paper Setup Display setting to Off.
10. When you are finished, press the home button to exit.
Parent topic: Loading Media
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Printing from a Computer

Before printing from your computer, make sure you have set up your product and installed its software as described on the Start Here sheet.
Note: If you have an Internet connection, it is a good idea to check for updates to your product software on Epson's support website. If you see a Software Update screen, select Enable automatic checking and click OK. The update scans your system to see if you have the latest product software. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Printing with Windows Printing with OS X

Printing with Windows

You can print with your product using any Windows application, as described in these sections.
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows Selecting Additional Settings - Windows Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens Changing Automatic Update Options
Parent topic: Printing from a Computer

Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows

Select the basic settings for the photo or document you want to print.
1. Open a photo or document for printing.
2. Select the print command in your application.
Note: You may need to select a print icon on your screen, the Print option in the File menu, or another command. See your application's help utility for details.
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3. If necessary, select your product name as the printer you want to use.
Note: You may also need to select Properties or Preferences to view your print settings.
You see the Main tab of your printer settings window:
4. Select the Media Type setting that matches the paper you loaded.
5. If you are using non-Epson paper or media and you need to fine-tune its performance, click the
Paper Config button and adjust paper configuration options as necessary.
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6. When using plain paper, select an Ink option:
• To print using the previous print job's setting, select Last-Used.
• Select the Photo Black Ink or Matte Black Ink setting according to the media type you are using.
Note: To avoid changing black ink more often than necessary, you can set the default black ink type to the one you usually use. See the link at the end of these steps.
7. Select a Color option:
• To print a color document or photo, select the Color setting.
• To print text and graphics in black or shades of gray, select the Advanced B&W Photo or
Grayscale setting.
Note: The Grayscale setting is only available when plain paper is selected as the Media Type.
8. For the Print Quality setting, select Speed, Quality, or Max Quality, or select Quality Options and choose the quality option that matches the print quality you want to use.
9. Select the desired color management option as the Mode setting.
10. Select the Source setting that matches the paper feeding method you are using.
11. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Size setting.
Note: You can also select the User-Defined setting to create a custom paper size.
12. If you want to print a photo without borders, select Borderless.
Note: You must select a compatible borderless paper type and size to print without borders. Check the borderless paper compatibility list for details.
13. To see a preview of how your document or photo will print, select Print Preview. (The preview appears after you click Print but before printing starts.)
14. To layout multiple print jobs for printing all at once, select Layout Manager.
Paper Configuration Options - Windows Advanced B&W Photo Options - Windows Print Quality Options - Windows Color Management Options - Windows
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Advanced Color Controls - Windows Paper Source Options - Windows Using Layout Manager - Windows Only
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Related concepts
Switch Black Ink Type
Related references
Double-sided Printing Options - Windows Black Ink Type Media List
Related tasks
Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows
Paper Configuration Options - Windows
Select any of the available Paper Configuration options to fine-tune the quality of your print.
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Color Density
Adjusts the ink saturation level.
Drying Time per Print Head Pass
Pauses print head movement for up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry. This lets you print with non-Epson media and avoid smearing the ink.
Paper Thickness
Lets you select the thickness of your paper or media.
Platen Gap
Adjusts the distance from the paper to the print head. (Use a wider setting if you are seeing edge marks or scuffs on your prints.)
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Advanced B&W Photo Options - Windows
If you select Advanced B&W Photo as the Color option, you can easily produce neutral and toned black-and-white prints. Whether your photo is color or grayscale, you can use this screening and color management technology to create stunning black-and-white prints. You can select any of the available options.
Color Toning
Adds tone (hue) to your black-and-white output. The default is Neutral, which provides a neutral tonal scale print. You can also choose other popular presets such as Cool, Warm, and Sepia. Note that the presets affect the target found in the tone color circle.
Tone
Changes the entire tonal scale of your black-and-white output. While Darker is the default setting, you may see better results if you choose Dark. The tone color circle adjusts the hue of your black-and­white print. Click on any portion of the color wheel or enter corresponding values to customize the tone (hue) to add to your print. The closer you select to the edge of the wheel, the more color you add.
Brightness
Adjusts the overall lightness and darkness of your image.
Contrast
Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of your image.
Shadow Tonality
Controls tonality only in the shadow areas of your image.
Highlight Tonality
Controls tonality only in the highlight areas of your image.
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Max Optical Density
Adjusts the overall density or focus of the print. Create a soft focus print by lowering the density setting.
Highlight Point Shift
Helps reduce gloss differential on glossy media by adding density to the highlights of your image.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Print Quality Options - Windows
You can use the Speed/Quality slider to set the desired quality level, and select any of the available Quality options to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settings may be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen.
High Speed
Speeds up printing but may reduce print quality.
Edge Smoothing
Smooths jagged edges in low-resolution images such as screen captures or images from the Web.
Finest Detail
Sharpens edges on vector-based data including text, graphics, and line art. (This setting does not affect photographs.)
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Color Management Options - Windows
You can adjust the Mode setting to fine-tune the colors in your printout, or turn off color management in your printer software.
EPSON Standard (sRGB)
Increases the contrast in images. Click the Advanced button to use advanced color controls.
Adobe RGB
Matches image colors to the Adobe RGB color standard. Use this setting if your source file was captured in Adobe RGB. Click the Advanced button to use advanced color controls.
PhotoEnhance
Lets you choose from various Scene Correction settings to automatically analyze your photos.
Note: PhotoEnhance uses a sophisticated face recognition technology to optimize photos that include faces. For this to work, both eyes and the nose must be visible in the subject's face. If your photo includes a face with an intentional color cast, such as a statue, you may want to turn off
PhotoEnhance to retain the special color effects.
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ICM
Automatically adjusts colors based on the printer’s ICC profile and the selected Media Type setting, using the Image Color Matching system. Click the Advanced button to choose the input profile and other settings.
Note: In most cases, you get better results by applying color management in your application, rather than in the printer driver.
Off (No Color Adjustment)
Turns off color management in your printer software so you can manage color using only your application software.
Note: An ICC profile is required if color management is turned off.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
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Advanced Color Controls - Windows
If you selected EPSON Standard (RGB) or Adobe RGB as the Mode setting, you can click the Advanced button to select detailed settings.
The Color Controls screen lets you specify values for adjusting brightness, contrast, saturation, and individual Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow color tones. You can choose from two Printer Color Adjustment modes and two Gamma settings, and use either a color circle or slide bar to adjust color.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Paper Source Options - Windows
You can select any of the available options in the paper Source menu to print on the paper loaded in that source.
Sheet
Selects sheets of paper loaded in the sheet feeder.
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Roll Paper
Selects roll paper loaded in the roll paper holder for photos or panoramics up to 27 inches (68.6 cm) long. Click Print page frame to print a cutting guideline around each photo.
Roll Paper (Banner)
Selects roll paper loaded in the roll paper holder for photos or banners over 27 inches (68.6 cm) long.
Front - Fine Art
Selects fine art paper loaded in the front manual feed tray.
Front - Poster Board
Selects poster board or other thick media loaded in the front manual feed tray.
CD/DVD
Selects the CD or DVD loaded as the source.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
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Using Layout Manager - Windows Only
Layout Manager lets you create a poster or display by dragging multiple pieces of print data created in different applications onto one sheet of paper for printing.
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You can also place the same print data multiple times as shown here.
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You can place print data in different sizes and orientations to maximize media usage, as shown here.
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You can place print data on roll paper as shown here.
1. Open the file you want to print in your application.
2. Select the print command in your application.
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3. Select Layout Manager on the Main tab and choose an option for the Size setting that matches the size of the document in the application.
Note: You select the size of the paper you are printing on in a later step.
4. Click OK and then click Print, if necessary.
The Layout Manager screen opens and displays one page in the layout.
5. Leave the Layout Manager screen open and repeat steps 1 to 4 to arrange additional print data. The pages are added to the Layout Manager screen.
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6. Do the following to arrange objects on the Layout Manager screen:
• Drag pages to move and resize them.
• Use the tool buttons and the Object menu to align and rotate pages.
• Resize and replace whole pages in the Preference or Arrangement Settings screens.
Note: See the Layout Manager screen help for more details.
7. Click File > Properties, then select your print settings on the Main tab.
8. Click the File menu on the Layout Manager screen and click Print.
Note: To save the current job to a file, click the File menu on the Layout Manager screen, save the file, and close the Layout Manager screen. To open the saved file later for editing or reprinting, right­click the printer icon in the Windows taskbar, select Layout Manager, and open the file.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
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Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows

You can select a variety of sizing and layout options for your document or photo on the Page Layout tab.
• To change the orientation of your printed document or photo, select the Portrait or Landscape
checkbox.
• To rotate or flip the printed image, select the Rotate 180° or Mirror Image checkbox.
• To select multiple copies and their print order, select the Copies, Collate, and Reverse Order
options.
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• To change the size of your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge checkbox and
select sizing options.
• To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, or print one image on multiple sheets of paper, select
the Multi-Page checkbox and select the options you want.
• To print on both sides of your paper, select the Double-Sided Printing options.
Note: Your product software prompts you to reinsert your paper when it is time to print on the reverse side.
• To enlarge your image beyond the limits of your application program, select Optimize Enlargement.
Note: The driver can increase the image size up to 650% and decrease the output resolution to stay within the pixel limitations. Depending on the resolution of the original image and the print size, you may see reduced print quality.
• To print a color background on the page, select Print Bckg Color and click Color Settings to select
the color you want to use.
• To print the time, date, and other information about your print job at the top or bottom of the page,
select Job Settings and click Details to select the settings you want to use.
Reduce/Enlarge Options - Windows Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows Double-sided Printing Options - Windows
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Reduce/Enlarge Options - Windows
You can select any of the Reduce/Enlarge options to size your printed image.
Fit to Page
Sizes your printed image to fit on the paper you loaded and selected as the Output Paper setting.
Fit to Roll Paper Width
Sizes your printed image to fit the width of the roll paper you loaded.
Custom
Sizes your printed image by the percentage you select as the Scale to setting.
Parent topic: Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows
Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows
You can select these Multi-Page options to set up your multi-page print job.
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N-up
Prints 2 (2-up) or 4 (4-up) pages on one sheet of paper.
Poster
Prints one image on multiple sheets of paper to create a large poster with or without borders. Click the
Settings button to select the layout and guideline options.
Parent topic: Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows
Double-sided Printing Options - Windows
You can select any of the double-sided options to set up your double-sided print job.
Margins
Click Margins to customize the margins used during double-sided printing.
Binding Edge Options
Select a setting that orients double-sided print binding in the desired direction.
Binding Margin Options
Select options that define a wider margin to allow for binding.
Folded Booklet Option
Select a binding option to use when creating a folded booklet.
Parent topic: Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows

Selecting Additional Settings - Windows

You can run maintenance utilities and select additional settings that apply to all the print jobs you send to your product.
1. Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar.
2. Select Printer Settings.
3. Click the Utility tab.
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You see a window like this:
4. Select any of the following options, as necessary:
• Nozzle Check to print a nozzle check pattern to check whether the print head nozzles are
clogged.
• Head Cleaning to clean the print head if you notice banding or gaps in your printouts.
• Print Head Alignment to align the print head if printouts appear grainy or out of focus.
• Epson Status Monitor 3 to check the printer's status.
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• Monitoring Preferences to select the error notifications displayed on the Epson Status Monitor 3
screen, or add a shortcut to the utility in the Windows taskbar.
• Print Queue to display a list of all waiting print jobs, view information on the data waiting to be
printed, and delete or reprint the jobs.
• Language to select the language you want to use for the printer software screens.
• Printer and Option Information to set the time to turn off the printer automatically.
• Speed and Progress to select various printing options.
• Menu Arrangement to arrange the Setting, Media Type, and Paper Size options by frequency of
use.
• Export or Import to save the print settings to a file or import them from a file. This is useful when
you want to select the same print settings on multiple computers.
• Driver Update to check the Epson website for any available printer software updates and install
them automatically.
5. Click OK to close the printer software window.
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
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Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows

Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows
Once you have selected your print settings, you are ready to save your settings and print.
1. Click OK to save your settings.
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You see your application's Print window, such as this one:
2. Click OK or Print to start printing.
Checking Print Status - Windows
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
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Checking Print Status - Windows
During printing, you see this window showing the progress of your print job. It allows you to control printing and check ink cartridge status.
• To cancel printing, click Cancel.
• To see print jobs waiting to print, click Print Queue.
Parent topic: Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows

Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings

You can save groups of print settings or media settings so you can reuse them for future print jobs. You can export these settings as a file so you can share them with other users. You can also edit the settings displayed in the printer software screens.
Saving and Sharing Print Settings - Windows Saving and Sharing Media Settings - Windows Editing Print Setting Displays - Windows
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
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Saving and Sharing Print Settings - Windows
You can save your print settings so you can use them for future print jobs.
1. Select the print settings you want to save.
2. Click Save/Del at the top of the Main or Page Layout tab in your printer software.
You see a window like this:
3. Verify that your settings are correct, enter a name for the group of settings in the Name field, and click Save.
Note: If you need to delete a group of settings you have created, select the name of the group of settings from the list and click Delete.
4. Do the following as necessary:
• Select the name of the group of settings from the Select Setting list and use them to print.
• To export the settings, click Save/Del, select the name of the group of settings, click Export,
select a location, and enter a file name.
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• To import a group of settings, click Save/Del, click Import, select the file you want to use, and
click Open. Then use the settings to print.
Parent topic: Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings
Saving and Sharing Media Settings - Windows
You can save and share settings you have selected for a particular media type so you can use them for future print jobs.
1. Select the Media Settings you want to save on the Main tab, as necessary.
2. Click Custom Settings.
You see a window like this:
3. Verify that your settings are correct, enter a name for the media settings in the Name field, and click
Save.
Note: If you need to delete a group of settings you have created, select the name of the settings from the list and click Delete.
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4. Do the following as necessary:
• Select the name of a media setting as the Media Type setting and use it to print.
• To export the settings, click Custom Settings, select the name of the media settings, click
Export, select a location, and enter a file name.
• To import settings, click Custom Settings, select the name of the media settings, click Import,
select the file you want to use, and click Open. Then use these settings to print.
Parent topic: Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings
Editing Print Setting Displays - Windows
You can arrange the displayed print settings so you can easily select the settings you use most often.
1. Click the Utility tab in the printer software.
2. Select Menu Arrangement.
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You see this window:
3. Select the item you want to edit.
4. Order or group items in the List box.
• To move and reorder items, drag and drop them in the list.
• To add a new group (folder), click Add Group.
• To delete a group (folder), select the group and click Delete Group.
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• To hide a group, drag and drop it to Not Display.
Note: If you delete a group, the group folder is deleted but the items within the folder remain.
5. Click Save.
Parent topic: Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings

Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows

When you change your print settings in a program, the changes apply only while you are printing in that program session. If you want to change the print settings you use in all your Windows programs, you can select new default print settings.
1. Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar.
2. Select Printer Settings.
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You see the printer settings window:
3. Select the print settings you want to use as defaults in all your Windows programs.
4. Click OK.
These settings are now the defaults selected for printing. You can still change them as needed for printing in any program session.
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
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Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens

You can change the language used on the Windows printer software screens.
1. Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar.
2. Select Printer Settings.
You see the printer settings window.
3. Click the Utility tab.
You see these options:
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