Epson R3000 User Manual
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Epson Stylus Photo R3000 Series
Basics
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Loading Fine Art Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Loading Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Loading Thick Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Available Epson Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Printing From Start to Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Printing in Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Printing With Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Selecting the Correct Paper Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Printing on CDs and DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Loading a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Printing on a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Removing Your Printed CD/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Maintaining Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Checking and Aligning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Checking the Ink Cartridge Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Switching Black Ink Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Cleaning the Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Network Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Wireless Network Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Wired (Ethernet) Network Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Checking for Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
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Introduction
Your Ep so n St yl us® Photo R3000 Series printer gives you exhibition quality prints
on a wide variety of glossy and matte papers in many sizes.
Your outstanding printouts result from these advanced features:
■ Epson UltraChrome K3
unprecedented gray balance, outstanding tonal range, and astounding color
■ Enhanced media handling of fine art paper, thick media up to 1.3 mm, and
rolls for virtually any kind of print up to 13 × 44 inches, with or without
borders
■ Resolutions up to 5760 × 1440 optimized dpi (dots per inch) with droplets as
small as 2 picoliters for the finest details
■ Direct printing onto ink jet-printable CDs and DVDs for a professional look
■ Hi-Speed USB 2.0, 100Mbps Ethernet
for fast, wireless connectivity to multiple computers
■ Downloadable Premium ICC Profiles for precise color management
Please follow these guidelines as you read your documentation:
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with Vivid Magenta ink cartridges for
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, and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ 802.11n
Warning:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Caution:
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note:
Notes contain important information about your R3000 Series.
Tip:
Tips contain hints for better printing.
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Loading Paper
You can print on a variety of paper types in the sheet feeder, or use the manual feed
tray for fine art papers (see page 8) and thick media such as poster board (see
page 14). To print multiple photos, panoramics, and banners, load roll paper
using the roll paper holders (see page 11).
Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder
You can load the following paper types and quantities in the sheet feeder. Load
other paper types in the manual feed tray (see page 8) or roll paper holders (see
page 11).
Paper type Maximum sheets by size
Plain paper Approximately 120
Epson Presentation Paper Matte 100 (Letter)
50 (B or Super B)
Bright White Paper 80
Epson
Epson Photo Paper Glossy 30
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss 30 (4 × 6 inch or Letter)
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte 30 (8 × 10 inch or Letter)
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Double-sided
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets
30 (4 × 6 inch, 8 × 10 inch, Letter,
11 × 14 inch)
20 (5 × 7 inch)
10 (B, A3, Super B)
30 (Letter)
10 (A3 or Super B)
10 (B)
10 (11 × 14 inch, A3, or Super B)
1 sheet
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1. Open the paper support and pull up the extensions.
2. Open the front cover, then extend the output tray.
3. Insert paper, glossy or printable side up, short edge first, against the right side
and beneath the tab. Then press the button on the edge guide and slide it
against the paper (but not too tightly).
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Always load paper short edge first, even for landscape printing.
Load letterhead or pre-printed paper top edge first.
Note:
The edge guide moves slightly during paper feeding and printing.
Do not adjust it while printing is in progress.
Loading Fine Art Paper
You can print professional quality photos on these paper types using the manual
feed tray (see page 16 for available sizes):
■ Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper ■ Epson Hot Press Bright
■ Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant White ■ Epson Hot Press Natural
■ Epson UltraSmooth
■ PremierArt
™
Matte Scrapbook Photo
Paper for Epson
■ Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper
1. Turn on the printer.
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Fine Art Paper ■ Epson Cold Press Bright
■ Epson Cold Press Natural
2. Remove any paper from the sheet feeder and close the paper support. Remove
roll paper if it’s currently being used.
3. Open the rear support and extend it fully.
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4. Open the front cover, then push the center of the manual feed tray to extend
it.
5. Insert a single sheet of fine art paper. Insert it short edge first with the
printable side face-up.
Note:
Load paper short edge first, no matter which way your photo faces. Check the
paper package for any additional loading instructions.
6. Feed the paper up to the line on the tray. Make sure the paper is flush against
the right.
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7. Press the OK button. The paper loads inside the printer.
8. When you see a message on the screen, close the manual feed tray. Push it in
until it latches.
9. Extend the output tray.
Note:
To eject paper, make sure the control panel shows Ready and press the + button.
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Loading Roll Paper
You can load roll paper for printing large images, panoramic images, or multiple
photos, with or without borders.
You can load 13-inch wide roll paper.
(See page 16 for a list of roll paper types and sizes.)
Tip:
It’s a good idea to check the ink status and replace cartridges, if necessary, before
printing a large print job (see page 37). If you need to replace a cartridge while printing,
you can continue to print but you might notice a color difference depending on drying
conditions.
1. Turn on the printer.
2. Remove any paper loaded in the sheet feeder.
3. Open the front cover, then extend the output tray.
4. 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,
it’s a good idea to cut the edge straight each time you reload it.
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5. 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.
6. Open the rear support but don’t extend it.
7. Attach the roll paper holders as shown. Hook the holders onto the attachment
points indicated with orange labels.
8. Feed the paper into the printer until it meets resistance. In a few seconds, the
paper loads automatically.
Note:
When loading canvas media, leave 2 to 3 inches of slack in the roll as it feeds and
prints for the best results. If you have trouble feeding canvas media, check that the
edge is straight and reload it, making sure to keep the roll slack.
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Removing Roll Paper Prints and Roll Paper
1. When printing is finished, you see this screen:
Select
Yes to print a cut line and feed the paper.
(If you select
No, you return to the Ready screen. Select this option to
continue printing on the same roll.)
2. Use scissors to cut the paper along the cut line.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to unload the paper. Turn the knobs on
the roll paper holders backward as the paper unloads, then remove the paper
and holders from the printer.
Store unused roll paper in its original package away from high temperatures,
humidity, and direct sunlight.
Note:
You can also unload roll paper whenever the control panel shows Ready by pressing
the + button.
Loading Paper 13
Loading Thick Media
Use the manual feed tray to load 13 × 19-inch media that is 0.7 to 1.3 mm thick.
Note:
Be sure to leave at least 13 inches (32 cm) of space behind the printer for the media to
feed through.
1. Turn on the printer.
2. Remove any roll paper or paper loaded in the sheet feeder. Close the rear
support if it’s open.
3. Open the front cover, then push the center of the manual feed tray to extend
it.
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4. Insert a single sheet of thick media. Insert it short edge first with the printable
side face-up.
Note:
Never try to load media from the rear, or you could damage the printer.
5. Feed the paper up to the line on the tray. Make sure the paper is flush against
the right.
6. Select
Poster Board on the printer’s control panel. The paper loads inside the
printer.
7. When you see a message on the screen, close the manual feed tray. Push it in
until it latches.
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8. Extend the output tray.
Note:
To eject paper, make sure the control panel shows Ready and press the + button. Do
not extend the manual feed tray while printing, or you may damage the printer.
Available Epson Papers
Epson offers a wide array of high quality papers, making it easy to maximize the
impact of your photos, presentations, and creative projects.
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You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central
www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can
also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one,
call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
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Paper name Size
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper
Glossy
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Part
number
4 × 6 inches S041934
S042181
S042174
5 × 7 inches S041945 20
8 × 10 inches S041946 20
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041935
S042182
S042175
Sheet
count
50
60
100
20
25
50
Paper name Size
Part
number
Sheet
count
Epson Premium Photo Paper
Glossy
Epson Photo Paper Glossy 4 × 6 inches S041809
4 × 6 inches S041808
S041727
S042119
5 × 7 inches S041464
S04212020250
8 × 10 inches S041465
S04212120250
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041286
S041283
S041667
11 × 14 inches S041466 20
B (11 × 17 inches) S041290 20
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches) S041288 20
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041289 20
13 inches × 32 feet S041378 Roll
S04203850100
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041141
S041649
S041271
40
100
250
20
25
50
20
50
100
Epson Premium Photo Paper
Semi-gloss
B (11 × 17 inches) S041156 20
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041143 20
4 × 6 inches S041982
S04212240250
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041331 20
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041327 20
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Paper name Size
Part
number
Sheet
count
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper
Luster
Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S045033 25
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation
Paper Matte
Epson Premium Presentation
Paper Matte
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041405
S04191350250
A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches) S041602 250
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches) S041406 50
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041407
S04160450100
13 inches × 32.8 feet S041409 Roll
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S045037 25
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041341
S04191450250
A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches) S041603 250
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches) S041343 50
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041339
S04160550100
8 × 10 inches S041467 50
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041257
S04218050100
11 × 14 inches S041468 50
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches) S041260 50
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041263 50
Epson Premium Presentation
Paper Matte Double-sided
Epson Presentation Paper Matte Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041062 100
Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041636 20
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041568 50
Legal (8.5 × 14 inches) S041067 100
B (11 × 17 inches) S041070 100
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041069 100
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041637 20
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Paper name Size
Part
number
Sheet
count
Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant
White
Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper
325 gsm
PremierArt Matte Scrapbook Photo
Paper for Epson
Epson Exhibition Canvas Satin 13 inches × 20 feet S045248 Roll
Epson Exhibition Canvas Matte 13 inches × 20 feet S045255 Roll
Epson Bright White Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041586 500
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive
Sheets
Epson Hot Press Bright Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S042327 25
Epson Hot Press Natural Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S042317 25
Epson Cold Press Bright Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S042307 25
Epson Cold Press Natural Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S042297 25
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041351 20
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041896 25
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) SCR1002 20
12 × 12 inches SCR1003 10
A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches) S041106 10
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S042330 25
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S042320 25
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S042310 25
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S042300 25
Loading Paper 19
Printing From Start to Finish
This section describes basic printing from your Windows® or Macintosh®
computer. For detailed instructions, see the online User’s Guide.
You can also print label designs directly onto ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs. See
page 30 and the online User’s Guide for details.
To print photos directly from a PictBridge
to the R3000 Series, see the online User’s Guide.
Tip:
It’s a good idea to check for updates to your Epson Stylus Photo R3000 Series
software. See “Checking for Software Updates” on page 57 for instructions.
Printing in Windows
1. Open a photo or document in a printing program, and select the print option.
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-compatible digital camera connected
2. Select your product, then click the
Note:
If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Preferences or
Properties on the next screen.
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Select your Epson
product
Click here to open
your printer software
Preferences or Properties button.
3. On the Main tab, select the
Media Type setting that matches the paper you
loaded (see page 28).
Note:
The available media types vary depending on the type of black ink currently
selected as the Ink setting. To avoid changing black ink more often than necessary,
switch the printer to the type of black ink you usually use (see page 43).
4. For the Color setting, select Color for any type of photographic printing. To
print black-and-white photos using
Advanced B&W Photo mode, see your
online User’s Guide for instructions.
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