Epson SC-P407 User Manual
User's Guide
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SC-P400 Series User's Guide
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Contents
Copyrights and Trademarks
Introduction
Important Safety Instructions................. 5
When choosing a place for this product. . . . . . . . 5
When setting up this product............... 5
When using this product................... 6
Using the printer with a wireless connection. . . . 6
When handling the ink cartridges............ 6
Warning, Cautions, Notes and Tips........... 6
The symbols on the product................ 7
Printer Parts.............................. 8
Front................................. 8
Inside................................. 8
Back.................................. 9
Control panel.......................... 10
Printer Features.......................... 11
Realizing High Resolution................. 11
Superior Ease of Use..................... 11
Notes on Usage and Storage.................. 13
Installation space....................... 13
Notes when using the printer............... 13
Notes when not using the printer............ 13
Notes on handling ink cartridges............ 14
Notes on handling paper.................. 15
Introducing the Supplied Software............. 16
Contents of the Software Disc.............. 16
Summary of the Printer Driver............. 17
About Epson Easy Photo Print.............. 18
About Epson Print CD................... 18
Basic Operations
Loading Cut Sheets........................ 19
Loading Paper into the Auto Sheet Feeder. . . . . 19
Loading Fine Art Media.................. 20
Loading Thick Paper..................... 21
Loading and Removing Roll Paper............. 23
Loading Roll Paper...................... 23
Cutting Roll Paper...................... 24
Removing Roll Paper..................... 24
Ejecting Roll Paper when Paper Runs Out
During Printing........................ 24
Loading and Removing CDs and DVDs. . . . . . . . . 25
Loading CDs and DVDs.................. 25
Removing CDs and DVDs................. 26
Basic Printing Methods..................... 27
Printing (Windows)..................... 27
Printing (Mac OS X)..................... 28
Canceling Printing (Windows)............. 29
Canceling Printing (Mac OS X)............. 30
Canceling Printing (Control Panel).......... 30
Printable area............................ 31
The Printed Area for Cut Sheets............. 31
The Printed Area for Roll Paper............. 31
Printed Area for CDs and DVDs............ 32
Power Saving Settings...................... 32
Using the Printer Driver(Windows)
Displaying the Settings Screen................ 33
From the Start Button.................... 33
Displaying Help.......................... 34
Click the Help Button to Display............ 34
Right-click on the item you want to check and
display............................... 34
Customizing the Printer Driver............... 35
Saving various settings as your Select Settings
.................................... 35
Saving media settings.................... 35
Rearranging display items................. 36
Summary of the Utility Tab.................. 37
Uninstalling the printer driver................ 39
Using the Printer Driver(Mac OS X)
Displaying the Settings Screen................ 40
Displaying Help.......................... 40
Using Epson Printer Utility 4................. 40
Starting Epson Printer Utility 4............. 40
Epson Printer Utility 4 Functions............ 40
Uninstalling the printer driver................ 42
Printing Varieties
Auto Correct Color and Print Photos
(PhotoEnhance).......................... 43
Correct color and print..................... 45
Borderless printing........................ 48
Types of Borderless Printing Methods. . . . . . . . 48
Supported Media Sizes for Borderless Printing
.................................... 49
Setting Procedures for Printing............. 49
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Enlarged/Reduced Printing.................. 51
Fit to Page/Scale to fit paper size............ 52
Fit to Roll Paper Width(Windows only)....... 53
Custom Scale Setting..................... 53
Multi-Page Printing....................... 55
Manual Double-Sided Printing(Windows only)
...................................... 56
Cautions when Performing Double-Sided
Printing.............................. 56
Setting Procedures for Printing............. 56
Poster Printing (Enlarge to cover several sheets
and print - Windows only).................. 57
Setting Procedures for Printing............. 58
Joining the output paper together........... 59
User-defined Paper Sizes/Custom Paper Sizes. . . . . 62
Banner printing (on roll paper)............... 64
Layout Manager(Windows only).............. 66
Setting Procedures for Printing............. 67
Saving and Calling Layout Manager Settings. . . . 68
Printing from a Smart Device................ 69
Using Epson iPrint...................... 69
Color Management Printing
About Color Management................... 71
Color Management Print Settings............. 71
Setting profiles......................... 72
Setting color management with the applications
...................................... 72
Setting color management with the printer driver
...................................... 73
Color management printing by Host ICM
(Windows)............................ 73
Color management printing by ColorSync
(Mac OS X)............................ 74
Color management printing by Driver
ICM(Windows only)..................... 75
Maintenance
Adjusting the Print Head.................... 77
Checking for clogged nozzles............... 77
Head Cleaning......................... 78
Ink Density Optimization................. 79
Correcting Print Misalignment (Print Head
Alignment)............................ 80
Replacing Ink Cartridges.................... 80
Ink Cartridge Product Numbers............ 80
How to replace......................... 81
Cleaning the Printer....................... 84
Cleaning the Outside of the Printer.......... 84
Cleaning the Inside of the Printer............ 84
Problem Solver
Lights.................................. 85
Normal operation....................... 85
Errors................................ 86
Troubleshooting.......................... 89
You cannot print (because the printer does not
work)................................ 89
The printer sounds like it is printing, but
nothing prints.......................... 90
Print Quality/Print Results................ 91
Unable to Feed or Eject Paper.............. 93
Paper Jams when Printing from the Auto Sheet
Feeder............................... 94
Jammed Fine Art Media.................. 95
Jammed Thick Paper, CD or DVD........... 95
Roll paper jam......................... 96
Others............................... 96
Appendix
Supported Media......................... 97
Epson Special Media..................... 97
Commercially Usable Papers. . . . . ......... 100
Transporting the Printer................... 103
Preparing the Printer for Transport......... 103
After Transport........................ 103
Specifications Table....................... 104
Standards and Approvals................. 105
Where To Get Help
Technical Support Web Site................. 107
Contacting Epson Support.................. 107
Before Contacting Epson................. 107
Help for Users in North America........... 107
Help for Users in Europe................. 108
Help for Users in Australia............... 108
Help for Users in Singapore............... 108
Help for Users in Thailand................ 108
Help for Users in Vietnam................ 109
Help for Users in Indonesia............... 109
Help for Users in Hong Kong.............. 110
Help for Users in Malaysia................ 110
Help for Users in India.................. 110
Help for Users in the Philippines........... 111
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Introduction
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before using the printer.
Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the printer.
❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches
or automatic timers.
❏ Keep the entire computer system away from
potential sources of electromagnetic interference,
such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless
telephones.
❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the
product's label.
❏ Use only the power cord that comes with this
product. Use of another cord may result in fire or
electric shock.
When choosing a place for this product
❏ Place this product on a flat, stable surface that is
larger than this product. This product will not
operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
❏ Avoid places subject to rapid changes in
temperature and humidity. Also keep it away from
direct sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
❏ Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
❏ Keep this product away from dusty areas.
❏ Place this product near a wall outlet where the plug
can be easily unplugged.
❏ When storing or transporting the printer, do not tilt
it, stand it on its side, or turn it upside down.
Otherwise, ink may leak from the cartridges.
When setting up this product
❏ Do not block or cover the openings in this product's
cabinet.
❏ Do not insert objects through the slots. Take care
not to spill liquid on this product.
❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏ If you use an extension cord with this product,
make sure the total ampere rating of the devices
plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the
cord's ampere rating. Also, make sure the total
ampere rating of all devices plugged into the wall
outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere
rating.
❏ Do not attempt to service this product yourself.
❏ Unplug this product and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has
entered the product; the product has been dropped
or the cabinet damaged; the product does not
operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
❏ If you plan to use the printer in Germany, observe
the following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for this printer, the
building installation must be protected by a 10 or 16
amp circuit breaker.
❏ If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or
consult a qualified electrician. If there are fuses in
the plug, make sure you replace them with fuses of
the correct size and rating.
❏ This product's power cord is for use with this
product only. Use with other equipment may result
in fire or electric shock.
❏ Connect all equipment to properly grounded
power outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same
circuit as copiers or air control systems that
regularly switch on and off.
❏ When connecting the printer to a computer or
other device with a cable, ensure the correct
orientation of the connectors. Each connector has
only one correct orientation. Inserting a connector
in the wrong orientation may damage both devices
connected by the cable.
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When using this product
❏ Do not put your hand inside this product or touch
the ink cartridges during printing.
❏ Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise you
may damage this product.
❏ Always turn the product off using the Power button
on the control panel. When this button is pressed,
the Power light flashes briefly then goes off. Do not
unplug the power cord or turn off the product until
the Power light stops flashing.
Using the printer with a wireless connection
❏ Do not use this product inside medical facilities or
near medical equipment. Radio waves from this
product may adversely affect the operation of
electrical medical equipment.
❏ Keep this product at least 22 cm away from cardiac
pacemakers. Radio waves from this product may
adversely affect the operation of cardiac
pacemakers.
❏ Use up the ink cartridge within six months of
installation for best results.
❏ Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill
them. This could damage the print head.
❏ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the
cartridge. This may affect normal operation and
printing.
❏ The IC chip on this ink cartridge retains a variety of
cartridge-related information, such as the ink
cartridge status, so that the cartridge may be
removed and reinserted freely. However, each time
the cartridge is inserted, some ink is consumed
because the printer automatically performs a
reliability check.
❏ If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect
the ink supply area from dirt and dust, and store it in
the same environment as this product. Note that
there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers
or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent
the ink from staining items that the cartridge
touches. Do not touch the ink supply port or
surrounding area.
❏ Do not remove or tear the label on the cartridge; this
can cause leakage.
❏ Do not use this product near automatically
controlled devices such as automatic doors or fire
alarms. Radio waves from this product may
adversely affect these devices, and could lead to
accidents due to malfunction.
When handling the ink cartridges
❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and
do not drink.
❏ If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and
water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately
with water.
❏ Shake new ink cartridges four or five times before
opening their packages.
❏ Do not shake ink cartridges after opening their
packages; this can cause leakage.
❏ Install the ink cartridge immediately after you
remove it from its package. If you leave a cartridge
unpacked for a long time before using it, normal
printing may not be possible.
❏ Store ink cartridges with their labels facing upward.
Do not store cartridges upside down.
Warning, Cautions, Notes and Tips
Warnings must be followed to avoid
War
ning:
Caut
ion:
serious bodily injury.
Cautions must be followed to avoid
damage to this product or bodily injury.
❏ Use the ink cartridge before the date printed on its
package.
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Note:
Notes contain important information
on the operation of this product.
Tips contain useful tips or supplement
on the operation of this product.
The symbols on the product
The symbols on this Epson product are used in order to
ensure safety and proper use of the product and to
prevent danger to customers and other persons, and
property damage.
The symbols indicate the meaning below. Be sure that
you completely understand the meaning of symbols on
this product before using it.
Stand-by
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Printer Parts
Front
A Printer cover
Open in the event of a paper jam or when replacing
ink cartridges. The cover is normally closed when
the printer is in use.
B Output tray
Ejected paper is collected here. Extend the tray when
using the printer.
Inside
A Ink absorber
Absorbs ink that bleeds past the edge of the paper
during borderless printing.
B Ink check light
The light for the affected ink cartridge lights or
blinks when the cartridge is running low or needs to
be replaced, or when other ink-related errors occur.
The display is the same as the ink light in the control
panel.
C Front manual feed tray
Open when inserting thick paper or the CD/DVD
tray.
D Control panel
U “Control panel” on page 10
E Auto sheet feeder
Automatically feeds paper.
F Edge guide
Mo ve left or rig ht d epending on the size of the paper
that you want to load. This prevents paper being fed
at a slant.
G Paper support
Supports paper to prevent it from falling forward or
backward.
U “Lights” on page 85
C Cartridge cover
Open when replacing ink cartridges.
U “Replacing Ink Cartridges” on page 80
D Print head
Fires ink via high density nozzles while moving left
and right to print. Do not move the print head by
hand.
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A AC inlet
Connects the power cable.
B Airflow vents
Prevent the build-up of heat inside the printer.
C USB port
Connects the USB cable.
D LAN port
Connects the LAN cable.
E Roll paper edge guide
Move left or right to match the width of the roll being
loaded. This prevents paper being fed at a slant.
F Roll paper feeder
Paper feed slot for roll paper printing.
U “Loading Roll Paper” on page 23
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Control panel
A
P button (power button)
Turns the power on and off.
B Wi-Fi button (Wi-Fi button)
Adjust settings for connection to wireless LANs.
U Network Guide (PDF)
C button (network status sheet button)
Press for three seconds or more to print a network
status sheet.
U Network Guide (PDF)
❏ Press after printing on roll paper to print a cut line and
feed the paper to position where it can be easily cut.
Press again after cutting the paper to return the end of
the roll to the printing position.
❏ Press for three seconds or more to eject roll paper or
fine art media (rear manual feed) from the back of the
printer.
G
H light (ink light)
Lights or blinks when ink cartridges are running low
or need to be replaced, or when other ink-related
errors occur.
U “Lights” on page 85
H I light (paper light)
Lights or blinks when the printer is out of paper or a
paper jam occurs.
I
P light (power light)
The printer's operational status is indicated by a lit or
flashing light.
On : The power is on.
Flashing: An operation or a process is in progress.
U “Lights” on page 85
D I button (paper button)
❏ Feed and eject paper. There is normally no need to
press this button, as paper is fed and ejected
automatically. If the printer runs out of paper or a jam
occurs, press this button after addressing the issue to
cancel the error and resume printing.
❏ Press during printing to cancel printing.
E
H button (ink button)
❏ The print head moves to the ink cartridge replacement
position. Press again after ink cartridge replacement
to return the print head to the right-hand side of the
printer.
❏ Press for three seconds or more to start head cleaning.
F M button (roll paper button)
Off : The power is off.
J Network light
Light or blink to indicate network status or
network-related errors.
U “Lights” on page 85
If both the lights are off, the printer is not connected
to a network.
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Printer Features
This ink jet color printer supports A3+ paper.
The main features of this printer are described below.
Realizing High Resolution
Enhancing Creative Expression with Rich Color
Reproduction
Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss2 ink technology
provides high-resolution printing to meet professional
needs.
Balanced Color Reproduction Using Epson LUT
Technology
Using Epson LUT Technology realizes the following
while ensuring an excellent balance among these
parameters. This makes consistent color reproduction
possible.
(1) Reduces color inconsistencies due to differences in
lighting
(2) Reproduces fine gradations
Superior Ease of Use
Equipped for Wireless LANs
The wireless LAN feature that comes standard with the
printer allows wireless printing from computers and
compatible Wi-Fi devices.
Note:
You may find print speeds to be insufficient on some
wireless networks or when printing at A3 or other sizes
that involve large volumes of data. A physical connection
is recommended if consistent print speeds are required.
Borderless printing function
You can print with no margins for all directions with
both auto expand or retain size print settings.
U “Borderless printing” on page 48
Also included is a poster printing function that allows
you to join the output paper together when performing
borderless printing in order to create large posters and
calendars.
U “Poster Printing (Enlarge to cover several sheets
and print - Windows only)” on page 57
(3) Reduces graininess
(4) Increases the gamut of colors for rich color
reproduction
5760 × 1440 dpi Maximum Resolution, 1.5 pl
Minimum Ink Dot Size
Print beautiful photographs with little graininess.
Long life prints
Pigment inks maintain more beautiful and more vibrant
prints over a long period of time since their high water
and ozone resistance and high light fastness prevent the
inks from being broken down by light and ozone in the
air.
Consistent color reproduction
The Ink Density Optimization feature periodically
operates to eliminate inconsistencies in ink density
within each cartridge. Consistent color reproduction is
consequently possible even with ink cartridges that have
been left unused for extended periods.
U “Ink Density Optimization” on page 79
Freely placing print data made by various
applications using Layout Manager
This function allows you to place multiple print data
made by different applications freely on one sheet to
create posters and display articles.
U “Layout Manager(Windows only)” on page 66
Support for a Wide Variety of Paper Types
EPSON offers a wide variety of special media for
high-quality printing. The printer can also print on
thick paper, roll paper, and inkjet-compatible CDs and
DVDs. These media types can be loaded as described
below.
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❏ Cut sheet
Cut sheets are fed into the printer from the auto
sheet feeder.
U “Loading Paper into the Auto Sheet Feeder” on
page 19
❏ Cut sheet (fine art media)
Load using the supplied rear manual feed guide.
U “Loading Fine Art Media” on page 20
❏ Roll paper
Fed from the supplied roll paper holder, which is
installed on the back of the printer.
U “Loading and Removing Roll Paper” on
page 23
❏ CD/DVD
Use the supplied CD/DVD tray to load CDs and
DVDs from the front manual feed tray.
U “Loading and Removing CDs and DVDs” on
page 25
❏ Cut sheet (thick paper)
Load from the front manual feed tray.
U “Loading Thick Paper” on page 21
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Notes on Usage and Storage
Installation space
Make sure that you secure the following space, clear of
any other objects, so that paper ejection and
consumable replacement are not obstructed.
See the "Specifications Table" for the external
dimensions of the printer.
U “Specifications Table” on page 104
requirements are met. For more details, see the
manual supplied with the paper.
Also, when operating in dry areas, air conditioned
environment, or under direct sunlight, maintain
the appropriate humidity.
❏ Capping may not occur (the print head is not
positioned on the right-hand side) if the printer is
turned off during a paper jam or when an error
occurs. Capping is a function for automatically
covering the print head with a cap (lid) to prevent
the print head from drying out. In this case, turn on
the power and wait a while until capping is
performed automatically.
❏ When the power is on, do not remove the power
plug or cut the power at the breaker. The print head
may not be capped properly. In this case, turn on the
power and wait a while until capping is performed
automatically.
❏ Do not open the printer cover or the front manual
feed tray while the printer is operating (while the P
light is flashing). Failure to observe this precaution
could damage the printer.
* When printing on thick paper, leave a space of at
least 320 mm behind the printer.
Notes when using the printer
Note the following points when using this printer to
avoid breakdowns, malfunctions, and print quality
decline.
❏ When using the printer, observe the operating
temperature and humidity range described in the
"Specifications Table". U “Specifications Table”
on page 104
Even when the conditions above are met, you may
not be able to print properly if the environmental
conditions are not suitable for the paper. Be sure to
use the printer in an environment where the paper's
Notes when not using the printer
If you are not using it, note the following points when
storing the printer. If it is not stored correctly, you may
not be able to print properly the next time it is used.
❏ When storing the printer leave the ink cartridges
installed and keep the printer level. Do not tilt or
invert the printer or stand it on end.
❏ If you do not print for a long time, the print head
nozzles may become clogged. We recommend that
you use the printer periodically to prevent the print
head from clogging.
❏ If the paper is left in the printer, the roller of the
paper presser may leave a mark on the surface of the
paper. This can also cause wavy or curled paper
resulting in paper feeding problems or the print
head could be scratched. Remove any paper when
storing.
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❏ Store the printer after confirming that the print
head has been capped (the print head is positioned
at the far right). If the print head is left uncapped for
a long time, the print quality may decline.
Note:
If the print head is not capped, turn the printer on, and
then turn it off.
❏ Before storing the printer, close the printer cover,
output tray and paper support. If you are not using
the printer for a long time, put an anti-static cloth or
cover on the printer to prevent dust. The print head
nozzles are very small. They can become clogged
easily if fine dust gets on the print head, and you
may not be able to print properly.
❏ If the printer has been left unused for an extended
period, check that the print head nozzles are not
clogged before resuming printing. Perform head
cleaning if the print head is clogged.
U “Checking for clogged nozzles” on page 77
Notes on handling ink cartridges
Note the following points when handling ink cartridges
to maintain good print quality.
❏ Do not touch the IC chip in the ink cartridge. You
may not be able to print properly.
U “Replacing Ink Cartridges” on page 80
❏ Install ink cartridges into all slots. You cannot print
if any slot is empty.
❏ Do not replace ink cartridges when the printer is off.
Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, the
printer may be damaged.
❏ Do not turn off the printer during ink charging. Ink
charging may not complete normally, making the
printer unable to print.
❏ Do not leave the printer without ink cartridges
installed or turn the printer off during ink cartridge
replacement. If the print head (nozzles) dries, you
may not be able to print.
❏ Because the green IC chip contains the cartridge's
own information such as the remaining ink level,
you can still reinstall and use the ink cartridge after
removing it from the printer. Note, however, that
you may not be able to reuse ink cartridges that
contained very little ink when they were removed
from the printer. Some ink may also be used to
ensure reliable operation when the cartridges are
reinserted.
❏ As part of the initial ink charging process
performed after purchase, some ink is used to fill
the print head nozzles to the tips and ready them for
printing. As a result, the first ink cartridges installed
after purchase will print fewer pages than
subsequent cartridges.
❏ We recommend storing ink cartridges in a cool,
dark place, and using them before the expiry date on
the package. Use cartridges within six months of
opening.
❏ Do not open the ink cartridge package until you are
ready to install it in the printer. The cartridge is
vacuum packed to maintain its reliability.
❏ If you move ink cartridges from a cold place to a
warm place, leave them at room temperature for
more than three hours before using the ink
cartridge.
❏ Make sure you remove the yellow tape before
installing. If you install without removing the tape,
you may not be able to print properly. Do not
remove any other film or labels. Otherwise, ink
could leak.
❏ Removed ink cartridges may have ink around the
ink supply port, so be careful not to get any ink on
the surrounding area when removing the
cartridges.
❏ To maintain the quality of the print head, this
printer stops printing before ink cartridges are
completely expended.
❏ Although the ink cartridges may contain recycled
materials, this does not effect printer function or
performance.
❏ Do not dismantle or remodel ink cartridges. You
may not be able to print properly.
❏ All colors of ink are used during ink cartridge
replacement, head cleaning, and other
non-printing maintenance operations to ensure
that the print head remain in good condition.
❏ Depending on the paper type and print quality
settings, colored inks may also be used for
high-density blacks in monochrome or grayscale
printing.
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❏ You cannot use the cartridges that came with the
printer for replacement.
Notes on handling paper
Note the following points when handling and storing
the paper. If the paper is not in good condition, print
quality may decline.
Check the manuals supplied with each paper.
Notes on Handling
❏ Use Epson special media under normal room
conditions (temperature: 15 to 25C; humidity: 40 to
60%).
❏ Do not fold the paper or scratch the surface of the
paper.
❏ Avoid touching the printable surface of the paper
with your bare hands. Moisture and oils from your
hands can affect print quality.
❏ Paper may be wavy or curled if the temperature and
humidity change. Be careful not to scratch or soil
the paper, and flatten it before loading it in the
printer.
❏ Do not wet the paper.
❏ Do not throw away the paper packaging as you can
use it for storing the paper.
❏ Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight,
excessive heat, or humidity.
❏ Keep paper in their original package after opening,
and keep them in a flat place.
❏ Make sure the print outs are completely dry before
folding or stacking; otherwise, the color may
change where they touch (leaves a mark). These
marks will disappear if they are separated
immediately and dried; however, they will remain if
not separated.
❏ If you put the print outs in an album before they are
completely dry, they may be blurred.
❏ Do not use a dryer to dry the print outs.
❏ Avoid direct sunlight.
❏ Prevent color distortion while displaying or storing
the print outs by following the instructions in the
paper's manual.
❏ To keep your printouts from discoloring, store
them in a dark place, away from high temperatures,
high humidity, and direct sunlight.
Note:
Typically, print outs and photos fade over time (color
distortion) due to the effects of light and various
constituents in the air. This also applies to Epson special
media. However, with the correct storage method, the
degree of color distortion can be minimized.
❏ See the manuals supplied with Epson special media
for detailed information on handling the paper after
printing.
❏ The colors of photos, posters, and other printed
materials appear different under different lighting
*
conditions (light sources
from this printer may also appear different under
different light sources.
* Light sources include sunlight, fluorescent light,
incandescent light, and other types.
). The colors of print outs
Notes on handling printed paper
To maintain long lasting, high quality print results, note
the following points.
❏ Do not rub or scratch the printed surface. If they are
rubbed or scratched, the ink may peel off.
❏ Do not touch the printed surface; the ink may peel
off.
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Introduction
Introducing the Supplied Software
Contents of the Software Disc
The following Windows only software can be found on the supplied software disc.
See http://epson.sn for Mac OS X or if you do not have a disk drive.
You need to install the printer driver to use this printer.
For details on each software see Network Guide (PDF) or the online help.
Software Name Summary
Printer Driver U “Summary of the Printer Driver” on page 17
Adobe ICC profiles Use as input profiles when required for color management.
Epson Easy Photo Print Print selected photos quickly and easily.
U “About Epson Easy Photo Print” on page 18
Epson Print CD With this software, you can design labels for music, photo, or movie CDs and DVDs and print them
directly on the discs. You can also design and print CD and DVD jackets.
U “About Epson Print CD” on page 18
EpsonNet Setup With this software, you can configure various network settings for the printer from your computer.
EpsonNet Print With this software, you can perform direct TCP/IP printing when the computer and the printer are
connected via a network.
EPSON Software Updater This software connects to the Internet and checks if there are any updates available and installs
them.
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Summary of the Printer Driver
The main functions of the printer driver are described
below.
❏ Converts print data received from applications into
printable data and sends it to the printer.
❏ Allows the user to specify print settings such as the
media type and paper size.
Windows
❏ Allows the user to execute printer maintenance
functions to maintain print quality, and check the
printer's status and so on.
Windows
You can easily import or export printer driver
settings.
U “Summary of the Utility Tab” on page 37
Mac OS X
You can save these settings. This allows you to easily
import or export these saved settings.
U “Customizing the Printer Driver” on
page 35
Mac OS X
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About Epson Easy Photo Print
Epson Easy Photo Print allows you to easily print photos
in a variety of layouts. You can correct or adjust images
while viewing the print preview. You can also add
frames to photos and then print. See the help provided
with the software for details on usage.
Note:
You need to install the printer driver to use this software.
Starting in Windows
❏ Windows 8.1/Windows 8
Enter the software name in the search charm, and
then select the icon displayed.
❏ Except for Windows 8.1/Windows 8
Click the start button, and then select All Programs
(or Programs) - Epson Software - Easy Photo
Print.
Starting in Mac OS X
Select Go - Applications - Epson Software - Easy Photo
Print.
About Epson Print CD
Epson Print CD allows you to design labels for music,
photo, or movie CDs and DVDs and print them directly
on the discs. You can also print jackets for CD and DVD
cases. See the help provided with the software for details
on usage.
Note:
You need to install the printer driver to use this software.
Starting in Windows
❏ Windows 8.1/Windows 8
Enter the software name in the search charm, and
then select the icon displayed.
❏ Except for Windows 8.1/Windows 8
Click the start button, and then select All Programs
(or Programs) - Epson Software - Print CD.
Starting in Mac OS X
Select Go - Applications - Epson Software - Print CD Print CD.
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Basic Operations
Basic Operations
Loading Cut Sheets
The method for loading cut sheets varies with the
thickness of the paper. Three methods are available.
❏ Auto sheet feeder: 0.08 to 0.3 mm
❏ Rear manual feed (fine art media): 0.3 to 0.7 mm
❏ Front manual feed (poster board): 0.7 to 1.3 mm
See below for information on the paper that can be
loaded using each method.
Open and fully extend the paper support.
B
U “Supported Media” on page 97
Important:
c
If the paper is wavy or curled, flatten the paper
before loading it in the printer, or use new paper. If
wavy or curled paper is loaded, this printer may not
be able to recognize the paper size, feed the paper, or
print correctly.
We recommend that you return the paper to its
original package and store it flat, and take it out of
the package just before you use it.
Loading Paper into the Auto Sheet Feeder
Turn on the printer.
A
Open and fully extend the output tray.
C
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Load the paper vertically with the printable side
D
face up.
Grasp and slide the edge guide to fit it to the width
E
of the paper.
Paper is fed when you send a print job.
Open and fully extend the output tray.
B
Move the rear roll paper edge guide all the way to
C
the right.
Loading Fine Art Media
Use the supplied rear manual feed guide to load fine art
media.
Turn on the printer.
A
Note:
If the roll paper holder is currently in place at the
rear of the printer, remove it before proceeding.
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Attach the supplied rear manual feed guide to the
D
back of the printer.
Align the triangles on the rear manual feed guide
with the triangles on the printer and insert the
tabs into the matching slots.
Slide the paper in until it stops and keep it lightly
F
held in this position for about three seconds.
The paper will be fed into the printer
automatically.
Note:
To eject the paper from the rear of the printer
without printing, press the M button for three
seconds or more. Remove the paper and press the M
button again to clear the flashing (error) of the I
light.
Match the edge guide to the width of the paper
E
and insert one sheet.
Load the paper vertically with the printable side
face up.
Loading Thick Paper
Thick paper is ejected from the rear of the printer once
during loading. Leave a space of at least 320 mm
between the rear of the printer and the nearest wall.
Turn on the printer.
A
Important:
c
Do not open the front manual feed tray or load
thick paper while the printer is operating.
Failure to observe this precaution could
damage the printer.
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Open the output tray.
B
Do not pull out the tray extension.
Open the front manual feed tray.
C
Move the edge guide all the way to the left.
D
Match the edge guide to the width of the paper
F
and align the trailing edge with the triangles at
the left and right sides of the tray.
Paper is fed when you send a print job.
Insert one sheet of thick paper.
E
Load the paper vertically with the printable side
face up.
Important:
c
Be sure to load the paper from the front.
Loading paper from the rear could damage the
printer or cause a malfunction.
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Loading and Removing Roll Paper
Loading Roll Paper
Using the supplied roll paper holder, position the paper
at the rear of the printer.
Turn on the printer.
A
Open the output tray.
B
Do not pull out the tray extension.
Attach the roll paper holder to the rear of the
E
printer.
Align the triangles on the roll paper holder with
the triangles on the printer and insert the tabs
into the matching slots.
After confirming that the end of the roll paper is
C
cut straight across, insert the supplied roll paper
holder into the ends of the roll.
If the end of the roll paper is not cut straight
across, trim it straight before proceeding.
Move the roll paper edge guide at the back of the
D
printer all the way to the right.
Lightly insert the roll paper into the rear roll
F
paper feeder and match the edge guide to the
width of the paper.
Slide the roll paper in until it stops and keep it
G
lightly held in this position for about three
seconds.
The paper will be fed into the printer
automatically.
Note:
Remove the rear manual feed guide if it is currently
in place at the rear of the printer.
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Open the printer cover and look down into the
H
printer to check that the paper is not being fed at a
slant.
If the roll paper is fed at a slant, remove the roll
paper and then load it again.
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U “Removing Roll Paper” on page 24
Cutting Roll Paper
Use scissors or other cutters to cut the print results from
the roll when printing is complete.
Press the M button when printing is complete.
A
The printer will print a cut line and feed the
paper.
Press the M button again to return the end of the
roll to the printing position.
To remove the roll paper:
Press the M button for three seconds or more to
eject the roll paper from the rear of the printer.
Turn the knob on the roll paper holder to take up
the excess paper, and then remove the paper and
press the M button again to clear the flashing
(error) of the I light.
Removing Roll Paper
Press the M button for three seconds or more.
A
The roll paper is ejected from the rear of the
printer.
Turn the knob on the roll paper holder to take up
B
the ejected paper.
Cut the paper along the cut line.
B
Do one of the following.
C
To continue printing on roll paper:
Press the M button to clear the flashing of the I
C
light.
Ejecting Roll Paper when Paper Runs Out During Printing
To prevent roll paper from falling to the floor it is not
automatically ejected when the roll paper runs out
during printing.
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Hold the roll paper, and then press the I button.
Since the data currently being printed is deleted, you need
to reprint this job.
Loading and Removing CDs and DVDs
A special application is required to print on CDs and
DVDs. Use the supplied Epson Print CD application.
Loading CDs and DVDs
Use the supplied CD/DVD tray to load CDs and DVDs.
Turn on the printer.
A
Important:
c
Do not open the front manual feed tray or load
the CD/DVD tray while the printer is
operating. Failure to observe this precaution
could damage the printer.
Open the output tray.
B
Do not pull out the tray extension.
Open the front manual feed tray.
C
Move the edge guide to the left.
D
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Place a disc on the CD/DVD tray supplied with
E
printable side up.
Press the disc down in the center to secure it in
place.
Important:
c
Use the CD/DVD tray supplied with the
printer. Using a different tray could damage
the printer, tray, or disc or cause printer
malfunction.
Place the leading edge of the CD/DVD tray in the
F
front manual feed tray and adjust the edge guide
to match the width of the CD/DVD tray.
Slide the CD/DVD tray in straight and align the
G
triangles on the CD/DVD tray with those on the
front manual feed tray.
Paper is fed when you send a print job.
Removing CDs and DVDs
Remove the CD/DVD tray when printing is
A
complete.
Important:
c
❏ If the edge guide is not adjusted before the
CD/DVD tray is fed into the printer, the
tray may not be fed straight and the rollers
may touch the surface of the disc. Note
that data stored on the disc may not be
readable if the surface of the disc is
damaged.
❏ Be sure to load the paper from the front.
Loading paper from the rear could
damage the printer or cause a
malfunction.
Close the front manual feed tray.
B
Important:
c
❏ Do not turn the printer on or off while the
CD/DVD tray is inserted. Failure to
observe this precaution could damage the
printer.
❏ Store the CD/DVD tray flat. Malfunction
could result if the tray is curled or
deformed.
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Basic Printing Methods
This section explains how to print and how to cancel
printing.
Printing (Windows)
You can make print settings such as paper size and paper
feed from the connected computer and then print.
Turn on the printer, and load the paper.
A
U “Loading Cut Sheets” on page 19
U “Loading Roll Paper” on page 23
U “Loading CDs and DVDs” on page 25
When you have created the data, click Print from
B
the File menu (or click Print).
Set the Media Type, Color, Print Quality,
D
Source and other settings according to the paper
loaded in the printer.
Make sure you select the same Page Size or Size
E
as you set in the application.
Ma ke sure y our prin ter is se lected, a nd then click
C
Preferences or Properties to display the settings
screen.
After making the settings, click OK.
When settings are complete, click Print.
F
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The Progress Bar is displayed, and printing starts.
Screen while printing
The following screen is displayed when you start
printing, and the Progress Bar (the computer's
processing status) is displayed. On this screen you can
check the remaining ink level, product numbers for the
ink cartridges, and so on.
An error message is displayed if an error occurs or an ink
cartridge needs replacing while printing.
When you have created the data, from the File
B
menu of the application, click Print and so on.
Click Show Details at the bottom of the screen.
C
Printing (Mac OS X)
Turn on the printer, and load the paper.
A
U “Loading Cut Sheets” on page 19
U “Loading Roll Paper” on page 23
U “Loading CDs and DVDs” on page 25
For Mac OS X 10.6.8, click the arrow ( ) to
make settings on the Page Setup screen.
Note:
If items on the Page Setup screen are not displayed
on the Print screen, click the File menu - Page
Setup and so on in the application being used.
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Check that this printer is selected, and then set
D
the paper size.
Select the paper size, borderless printing options,
and paper source in the Paper Size menu.
Select Print Settings from the list, and then set
E
each item.
You can also cancel a print job. Also, if an error occurs
while printing, a notification message is displayed.
Canceling Printing (Windows)
When the computer has finished sending data to the
printer, you cannot cancel the print job from the
computer. Cancel on the printer.
When the Progress Bar is displayed
Click Cancel.
Set the Media Type, Color, Print Quality and
other settings according to the paper loaded in
the printer. Normally, you can print correctly
just by setting items in the Print Settings screen.
When settings are complete, click Print.
F
The printer icon is displayed in the Dock while printing.
Click the printer icon to display the status. You can
check the progress of the current print job and the
printer status information.
When the Progress Bar is not displayed
Click the printer icon on the Taskbar.
A
Select the job you want to cancel, and then select
B
Cancel from the Document menu.
When you want to cancel all jobs, select Cancel
All Documents from the Printer menu.
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If the job has been sent to the printer, print data is
not displayed on the following screen.
When printing on thick paper, CDs and DVDs, or roll
paper, perform the following operations.
When printing on anything else, operations are now
complete.
Select the job you want to cancel, and then click
B
Delete.
If the job has been sent to the printer, print data is
not displayed on the following screen.
When printing on thick paper, CDs and DVDs, or roll
paper, perform the following operations.
When printing on anything else, operations are now
complete.
❏ Thick paper, CD or DVD
When the I light flashes, remove the thick paper,
CD or DVD, and then press the I button.
❏ Thick paper, CD or DVD
When the I light flashes, remove the thick paper,
CD or DVD, and then press the I button.
❏ Roll paper
To prevent the canceled print image and the next
print image from overlapping, press the M button.
A cut line is printed, and the roll paper is fed
forward.
Canceling Printing (Mac OS X)
When the computer has finished sending data to the
printer, you cannot cancel the print job from the
computer. Cancel on the printer.
Click the printer icon in the Dock.
A
❏ Roll paper
To prevent the canceled print image and the next
print image from overlapping, press the M button.
A cut line is printed, and the roll paper is fed
forward.
Canceling Printing (Control Panel)
Note:
You cannot delete print jobs which are in the print queue
on the computer. See "Canceling Printing (Windows)" or
"Canceling Printing (Mac OS X)" for information on
deleting print jobs from the print queue.
When printing from the auto sheet feeder or when
printing on fine art media
Press the I button.
The print job is canceled even in the middle of printing.
It may take a while before the printer returns to ready
status after canceling a job.
When printing on thick paper, CD or DVD
Press the I button.
The print job is canceled even in the middle of printing.
It may take a while before the printer returns to ready
status after canceling a job.
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