Epson Stylus Photo R240, Stylus Photo R245, Stylus Photo R250, ME Photo 20 Service Manual
SERVICE MANUAL
Color Inkjet Printer
EPSON Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250
EPSON ME PHOTO 20
SEIJ05011
PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1)Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing
procedures preceded by DANGER Headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.
The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR
REPAIR PROCEDURES.
2. NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL
ELECTRONICS TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK.
3. WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED
TO DO SO. WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND
OTHER ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.
4. WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURIER FROM METAL PARTS WITH
SHARP EDGES.
WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF
THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER
SOURCE.
3. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC
WRIST STRAPS, WHEN ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5. REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING COMPONENTS ONLY WITH THOSE COMPONENTS BY THE MANUFACTURE; INTRODUCTION OF SECONDSOURCE ICs OR OTHER NON-APPROVED COMPONENTS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND VOID ANY APPLICABLE EPSON WARRANTY.
6. WHEN USING COMPRESSED AIR PRODUCTS; SUCH AS AIR DUSTER, FOR CLEANING DURING REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE, THE USE OF
SUCH PRODUCTS CONTAINING FLAMMABLE GAS IS PROHIBITED.
About This Manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and
procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
Manual Configuration
This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix.
CHAPTER 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Provides a general overview and specifications of the product.
CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical operations of
the product.
CHAPTER 3. TROUBLESHOOTING
Describes the step-by-step procedures for the troubleshooting.
CHAPTER 4. DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and
assembling the product.
CHAPTER 5. ADJUSTMENT
Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment.
CHAPTER 6. MAINTENANCE
Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of
Epson-approved lubricants and adhesives required for
servicing the product.
CHAPTER 7. APPENDIX
Provides the following additional information for reference:
• Connector Summary
• Exploded Diagram
• Electrical Circuits
Symbols Used in this Manual
Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional
information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a
procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and
always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages.
A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U I R E D
C A U T I O N
C H E C K
P O I N T
W A R N I N G
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or
condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or loss
of life.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or
condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to,
or destruction of, equipment.
May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or
condition that is necessary to accomplish a task efficiently. It may
also provide additional information that is related to a specific
subject, or comment on the results achieved through a previous
action.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or
condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or loss
of life.
Indicates that a particular task must be carried out according to a
certain standard after disassembly and before re-assembly,
otherwise the quality of the components in question may be
adversely affected.
Revision Status
Revision Date Item Description
A October 7, 2005 --- First Release
B March 10, 2006 5.1.2 Adjustments Required After Part
Replacement (p.129)
C October 6, 2006 All EPSON ME PHOTO 20 is added.
1.2.1.3 Paper Support (p.11) Table 1-3 “Exclusive Papers” is modified.
1.2.1.5 Ink Cartridge Specification (p.15) EPSON ME PHOTO 20 is added.
1.6.3 Control Panel Appearance (p.31) EPSON ME PHOTO 20 is added.
5.1.2 Adjustments Required After Part
Replacement (p.129)
PW Sensor Adjustment (PW Deterioration Adjustment) added after Main
Board Replacement(Read OK)
Error correction
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Contents
Chapter1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Overview........................................................................................................... 10
1.1.1 Features .................................................................................................... 10
1.2 Specifications.................................................................................................... 11
1.2.1 Printer specifications................................................................................ 11
1.2.1.1 Physical Specification....................................................................... 11
1.2.1.2 Printing Specification........................................................................ 11
1.2.1.3 Paper Support.................................................................................... 11
1.2.1.4 Printing Area..................................................................................... 13
1.2.1.5 Ink Cartridge Specification............................................................... 15
1.2.1.6 Electric Specification........................................................................ 15
1.2.1.7 Environmental Performance ............................................................. 16
1.2.1.8 Durability .......................................................................................... 16
1.2.1.9 Safety Standards: EMC..................................................................... 16
1.2.1.10 CE Marking....................................................................................... 16
1.3 Interface ............................................................................................................ 17
1.3.1 USB Interface........................................................................................... 17
1.3.2 Standard Card Slots.................................................................................. 18
1.3.2.1 Memory card..................................................................................... 18
1.3.2.2 Supported power supply voltage....................................................... 18
1.3.2.3 Multi-slot operations......................................................................... 19
1.4 Memory Card Print ........................................................................................... 20
1.4.1 Basic Specifications ................................................................................. 20
1.4.1.1 File system ........................................................................................ 20
1.4.1.2 Media format..................................................................................... 20
1.4.1.3 File formats ....................................................................................... 20
1.4.1.4 Valid image size................................................................................ 20
1.4.1.5 Maximum number of photo data files............................................... 21
1.4.1.6 Thumbnail image data....................................................................... 21
1.4.1.7 File sorting ........................................................................................ 21
1.4.1.8 File sorting rules ............................................................................... 21
1.4.1.9 Rules for acquisition of date/time data ............................................. 21
1.4.1.10 Number of sheets which can be printed in total................................ 21
1.4.2 Functions .................................................................................................. 22
1.4.2.1 List of functions ................................................................................ 22
1.4.2.2 Memory card printing mode ............................................................. 22
1.4.3 Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size ......................................................... 23
1.4.4 Trimming Function .................................................................................. 23
1.4.5 Assignment Rules for Photo Frame Numbers and Rotation .................... 24
1.4.6 Layout Drawings...................................................................................... 25
1.4.6.1 Border free ........................................................................................ 25
1.4.6.2 1-up with borders.............................................................................. 25
1.4.6.3 20-up ................................................................................................. 26
1.4.6.4 30-up ................................................................................................. 26
1.4.6.5 80-up ................................................................................................. 27
1.4.7 Relation between Paper Type and Quality............................................... 27
1.5 USB Direct-Print/PictBridge Functions ........................................................... 28
1.5.1 Supported Device..................................................................................... 28
1.5.2 Functions Available from DSC................................................................ 28
1.5.3 Operation.................................................................................................. 28
1.5.3.1 Preparation........................................................................................ 28
1.5.3.2 Standard Operations.......................................................................... 28
1.5.3.3 Display when DSC is Connected...................................................... 29
1.5.3.4 Cancel Print....................................................................................... 29
1.5.3.5 Operation when the Printing is Completed....................................... 29
1.5.3.6 Exclusive Control Specifications for Paper Type, Size, and Layout 29
1.5.3.7 Camera direct error executing other processing (error).................... 29
1.6 Control Panel .................................................................................................... 30
1.6.1 Buttons ..................................................................................................... 30
1.6.2 Indicators.................................................................................................. 30
1.6.3 Control Panel Appearance ....................................................................... 31
1.6.4 The method of changing mode................................................................. 32
1.6.5 Operations ................................................................................................ 33
1.6.5.1 Memory card mode/Setup mode/DSC direct mode.......................... 33
1.6.5.2 Memory Card Insertion/Ejection ...................................................... 35
1.6.5.3 Connection/Removal of DSC ........................................................... 35
1.6.5.4 Low Power Panel Mode.................................................................... 35
1.6.5.5 Paper Thickness Lever Function....................................................... 35
1.6.6 Printer Condition and Panel Status .......................................................... 36
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Chapter2 OPERATING PRINCIPLES
2.1 Overview........................................................................................................... 40
2.2 Printer Mechanism ............................................................................................ 40
2.2.1 Printer Mechanism ................................................................................... 40
2.2.2 Print Head................................................................................................. 41
2.2.2.1 Printing Process ................................................................................ 42
2.2.2.2 Printing Method ................................................................................ 42
2.2.3 Carriage Mechanism ................................................................................ 43
2.2.3.1 Carriage Mechanism ......................................................................... 43
2.2.3.2 Carriage Home Position Detection ................................................... 44
2.2.3.3 Sequence Used for PW Detection..................................................... 44
2.2.4 Paper Loading/Feeding Mechanism......................................................... 45
2.2.4.1 Paper Loading Mechanism ............................................................... 46
2.2.4.2 Paper Feeding Mechanism................................................................ 49
2.2.5 Ink System Mechanism............................................................................ 50
2.2.5.1 Capping Mechanism ......................................................................... 51
2.2.5.2 Pump Unit Mechanism ..................................................................... 52
2.2.6 Ink Sequence ............................................................................................ 53
2.3 Electrical Circuit Operating Principles ............................................................. 54
2.3.1 C610 PSB/PSE Board .............................................................................. 55
2.3.2 C606 Main Board..................................................................................... 56
2.3.2.1 Main Elements .................................................................................. 56
Chapter3 TROUBLESHOOTING
4.3.2 Stacker Assy............................................................................................. 86
4.3.3 Printer Cover ............................................................................................ 87
4.3.4 Panel Unit................................................................................................. 88
4.3.5 Upper Housing ......................................................................................... 90
4.3.6 Print Head ................................................................................................ 91
4.3.7 Main Board Unit ...................................................................................... 93
4.3.8 Head Cable Frame.................................................................................... 95
4.3.9 Printer Mechanism ................................................................................... 96
4.3.10 PS Board Unit .......................................................................................... 99
4.3.11 Waste Ink Pad ........................................................................................ 100
4.3.12 ASF Unit ................................................................................................ 101
4.3.13 CR Motor ............................................................................................... 103
4.3.14 PF Motor and PF Encoder Sensor .......................................................... 104
4.3.15 Carriage Unit, CR Encoder Board, PW Sensor Board, Head FFC ........ 106
4.3.16 Shaft Holder Unit ................................................................................... 110
4.3.17 Spur Gear 36.8, Extension Spring 0.143, Clutch ................................... 112
4.3.18 PE Sensor Board and PE Sensor Lever.................................................. 113
4.3.19 Upper Paper Guide Unit......................................................................... 114
4.3.20 CR Guide Frame .................................................................................... 115
4.3.21 Paper Eject Frame Unit .......................................................................... 116
4.3.22 Ink System Unit ..................................................................................... 118
4.3.23 Front Paper Guide Unit .......................................................................... 120
4.3.24 PF Scale/PG Sensor ............................................................................... 121
4.3.25 PF Roller Unit ........................................................................................ 123
3.1 Overview........................................................................................................... 59
3.2 Error Indications and Fault Occurrence Causes ............................................... 59
3.3 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 60
3.3.1 Superficial Phenomenon-Based Troubleshooting.................................... 74
Chapter4 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
4.1 Overview........................................................................................................... 82
4.1.1 Precautions ............................................................................................... 82
4.1.2 Tools......................................................................................................... 82
4.1.3 Work Completion Checklist..................................................................... 83
4.2 Cautions on Disassembly/Reassembly of Printer Mechanism & How to Ensure
Quality of Reassembled Printers 84
4.3 Disassembly Procedure..................................................................................... 85
4.3.1 Paper Support Assy. ................................................................................. 86
Chapter5 ADJUSTMENT
5.1 Adjustment Items Summary ........................................................................... 126
5.1.1 List of Adjustment Items........................................................................ 126
5.1.2 Adjustments Required After Part Replacement ..................................... 129
5.2 Adjustments by Adjustment Program............................................................. 131
5.2.1 Top margin adjustment .......................................................................... 131
5.2.2 Head Angular Adjustment ..................................................................... 131
5.2.3 Bi-D Adjustment .................................................................................... 132
5.2.4 First Dot Adjustment.............................................................................. 132
5.2.5 PW Sensor Adjustment .......................................................................... 133
5.2.6 PF Adjustment........................................................................................ 134
5.2.7 PF Band Adjustment .............................................................................. 135
5.3 Adjustment Except Adjustment Program ....................................................... 136
5.3.1 PG adjustment ........................................................................................ 136
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Chapter6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Overview......................................................................................................... 141
6.1.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................. 141
6.1.2 Service Maintenance .............................................................................. 141
6.1.3 Lubrication ............................................................................................. 143
Chapter7 APPENDIX
7.1 Connector Summary ....................................................................................... 149
7.1.1 Major Component Unit .......................................................................... 149
7.2 Exploded Diagram .......................................................................................... 150
7.3 Electrical Circuits ........................................................................................... 151
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
CHAPTER
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1.1 Overview
The major features of EPSON color inkjet dot matrix printer EPSON Stylus Photo
R240/R245/R250/ME PHOTO 20 are:
1.1.1 Features
Printer functions
As a printer, this unit achieves high-quality output at high speed on plain paper,
and uses new inks for improved light fastness, water fastness, gas fastness, rubbing
fastness. It includes the following features.
Maximum print resolution: 5760 (H) x 1440 (V) dpi
Separate ink cartridge for each color
ASF (Auto Sheet Feeder) holds up to 100 cut sheets (64g/m
Borderless printing
Reduced noise level
Fast and thick draft mode with the combination of real black and composite
black
Card reader functions
This unit includes memory card slots that support CompactFlash, SmartMedia,
Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Microdrive, SD Memory Card,
and xD-Picture Card standards.
2
)
Easy operation panel
The unit has a simple operation panel equipped with 1.5 inch LCD and 11 buttons
including power button, 10 LEDs and provides basic functions only for easy
operation.
Exterior design
This unit has operation panel on the front side, which becomes more distinctive
but still easier to use.
Memory card print functions
This unit can print images from the memory card in memory card slots
in stand-alone mode.
USB DIRECT-PRINT/PictBridge functions
This unit can print from Digital Still Camera that is compliant with “USB
DIRECT-PRINT”/”CIPA DC-001-2003 Digital Photo Solutions for Imaging
Devices” and that is connected by USB cable.
Simultaneous use of functions
Printer functions and card reader functions are independent and can therefore be
operated simultaneously from a connected computer.
Figure 1-1. Product’s external view
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1.2 Specifications
1.2.1 Printer specifications
This section covers specifications of the printer.
1.2.1.1 Physical Specification
Weight
5.0kg (without the ink cartridges)
Dimension (Including rubber feet, not including loading tray)
435.9mm (W) x 268.2mm (D) x 171.2mm (H)
1.2.1.2 Printing Specification
Print Method
On demand ink jet
Nozzle Configuration
Black: 90 nozzles
Color: 90 nozzles x 3 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Paper Feed Direction
2.822
(40/360inch)
#A90
#A89
#A88
A row B row C row D row
#A3
#A2
#A1
8.467
(120/360inch)
#C90
#B90
#C89
#B89
#C88
#B88
#B3
#B2
#B1
#C3
#C2
#C1
2.822
(40/360inch)
#D90
#D89
#D88
#D3
#D2
#D1
BlackCyan Magenta Yellow
0.07055
(1/360inch)
0.1411
(2/360inch)
0.2117
(3/360inch)
1.2.1.3 Paper Support
Cut sheets
Table 1-1. Cut Sheets
(7.25")
(5.5")
the form.
Dimensions
266.7 mm
(10.5")
215.9 mm
(8.5")
Paper size
Width (PW) Length (PL)
A4 210 mm 297 mm
Executive 184.2 mm
B5 182 mm 257 mm
A5 148 mm 210 mm
Half Letter 139.7 mm
A6 105 mm 148 mm
User
50.8-329 mm 127-1117.6 mm
Defined
C A U T I O N
It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in
The curve of form must be 5mm or below.
Thickness Weight Paper type
0.08-0.11 mm
64-90 g/m
(17-24(lb))
2
Plain paper
Recycled paper
Carriage Moving Direction
Figure 1-2. Nozzle configuration
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Envelopes
Table 1-2. Envelopes
Paper size
*
No.10
*
DL
*
C6
220 x 132
*
Note * : Check that the flap is on the long edge and can be folded.
C A U T I O N
Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper
Dimensions
Thickness Weight Paper type
Width (PW) Length (PL)
104.8mm
(4.125")
241.3mm
(9.5")
N/A 75-90g/m
(20-24(lb))
110mm 220mm
114mm 162mm
132mm 220mm 0.1 82g/m
(22(lb))
jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a
higher grade of paper.
It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in
the form.
Don’t use the adhesive envelopes.
Don’t use sleeve insert envelopes and cellophane window
envelopes.
The curve and swell of the form must be 3mm or below
Exclusive papers
2
2
Bond paper
Air mail
PPC
Table 1-3. Exclusive Papers
Item Size
Photo Paper A4
Width
(PW)
*1
210 297 0.23 194
4" x 6" 101.6 152.4
Photo Stickers 4/16 A6 105 148 0.19 N/A
Premium Glossy Photo Paper A4 210 297 0.27 255
*1
5" x 7"
127 178
4" x 6" 101.6 152.4
*2
3R
Glossy Photo Paper A4 210 297 0.25 258
*1
5" x 7"
127 178
4" x 6" 101.6 152.4
Premium Semigloss Photo Paper A4 210 297 0.27 250
4" x 6" 101.6 152.4
Matte Paper-Heavyweight A4 210 297 0.23 167
Double-sided Matte Paper A4 210 297 0.25 178
Economy Photo Paper
*2
A4 210 297 0.23 188
Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper A4 210 297 0.14 130
Photo Quality Ink Jet paper A4 210 298 0.12 102
Length
(PL)
89 127
Thickness
(mm)
Weight
(g/m
2
)
Quality: EPSON Exclusive paper
Transparency printing is only available at normal temperature.
Note *1 : Only for Stylus Photo R240/R245.
*2: Only for Stylus Photo R250/ME PHOTO 20.
Table 1-3. Exclusive Papers
It is necessary that there is no wrinkle, nap, tear, fold, so on in
the form.
The curve of form must be 5mm or below.
Item Size
Premium Ink Jet Plain Paper
Width
(PW)
*1
A4 210 297 0.11 80
Length
(PL)
Thickness
(mm)
Weight
(g/m
Bright White Ink Jet Paper A4 210 297 0.13 92.5
Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards 8" x 10" 203.2 254 0.21 180
5" x 8" 127 203.2
A6 105 148
Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets A4 210 297 0.19 167
C A U T I O N
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)
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1.2.1.4 Printing Area
Cut sheet (standard printing)
Printable area
The print quality is guaranteed for the print area above the 3mm bottom
margin. For paper width (PW) and paper length (PL), refer to “1.2.1.3 Paper
Support” (p.11).
Refer to the following table.
As for each margin area, refer to Figure 1-3 (p.13).
Table 1-4. Printing Area
Left Margin Right Margin Top Margin Bottom Margin
3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12")
NOTE: Printouts may get dirt with a bottom margin of less than 28.3mm or a top
margin of less than 32.1mm because of an unexpected contact of the
Printhead.
In addition, with a bottom margin of less than 28.3mm, printed image
near the bottom may be distorted.
PW
LM RM
TM
Cut sheet (border-free printing)
Printable area
For paper width (PW) and paper length (PL), refer to “1.2.1.3 Paper Support ”
(p.11).
Refer to the following table.
As for each overhang area, refer to Figure 1-4 (p.13).
Table 1-5. Printing Area
Paper size Left Overhang Right Overhang Top Overhang Bottom Overhang
Photo card 1.83 mm 1.83 mm 2.54 mm 3.53 mm
4hx6h/10x15 2.54 mm 2.54 mm 1.34 mm 2.54 mm
Other 2.54 mm 2.54 mm 2.96 mm 4.02 mm
LO RO
PW
TO
PL
Printable area
PL
Paper size
Paper Feed Direction
Paper Feed Direction
BM
Paper size
Figure 1-3. Printable area Cut sheet (standard printing)
Printable area
Figure 1-4. Printable area for Cut sheet (border-free printing)
BO
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Envelopes
Printable area
For paper width (PW) and paper length (PL), refer to “ 1.2.1.3 Paper Support ”
(p.11).
Refer to the following table.
As for each margin area, refer to Figure 1-5 (p.14).
Table 1-6. Printing Area
Left Margin Right Margin Top Margin Bottom Margin
3mm (0.12") 3mm (0.12") 5mm (0.20") 20mm (0.79")
NOTE: Printouts may get dirt with a bottom margin of less than 20.0mm or a top
margin of less than 32.1mm because of an unexpected contact of the
Printhead.
In addition, with a bottom margin of less than 20.0mm, printed image
near the bottom may be distorted.
PW
LM
RM
TM
Printable area
PL
Paper Feed Direction
BM
Paper size
Figure 1-5. Printable area for envelopes
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1.2.1.5 Ink Cartridge Specification
Type/color: EPSON-brand special ink cartridges
Table 1-7. Ink Cartridge
Color Stylus Photo R240/R245 Stylus Photo R250 ME PHOTO 20
Black T0551 T0561 T0841
Cyan T0552 T0562 T0842
Magenta T0553 T0563 T0843
Yellow T0554 T0564 T0844
Shelf life: After packing is opened, it is assumed 6 months, and
assumes two years including this.
Storage Temperature
Table 1-8. Storage Temperature
Situation Storage Temperature Limit
When stored in individual boxes -30 oC ~ 40 oC 1 month max. at 40 oC
When installed in main unit -20 oC ~ 40 oC
Dimension: 12.7mm (W) x 73.46mm (D) x 55.25mm (H)
12.7mm
C A U T I O N
The ink in the ink cartridge freezes when leaving it in the
environment of -16°C or under. It takes 3 hours that the frozen ink
becomes usable when moving it from the environment of -20°C to
the environment of 25°C.
1.2.1.6 Electric Specification
Primary power input
Table 1-9. Primary power input
100-120V model 220-240V model
Rated power supply voltage (VAC) 100 ~ 120 220 ~ 240
Input voltage range (VAC) 90 ~ 132 198 ~ 264
Rated current (A) 0.4 (Max. 0.7) 0.2 (Max. 0.3)
Rated frequency (Hz) 50 ~ 60
Input frequency range (Hz) 49.5 ~ 60.5
Power consumption (W) Approx. 10W
(Standalone copying, ISO10561 Letter Patter,
Plain Paper - Text)
Approx. 1.5W
(Sleep Mode)
Approx. 0.2W
(Power Off Mode)
Approx. 0.4W
(Power Off Mode)
NOTE 1: This product complies with the “Energy Star” standards.
2: If the printer is not operated at all for at least three minutes, the standby function
reduces the current to the motor to conserve power.
3: If the panel button is not operated at all for at least 13 minutes, the LCD panel is go
out.s
Base View
73.46mm
Figure 1-6. Ink cartridge
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1.2.1.7 Environmental Performance
Table 1-10. Environmental Performance
Condition Temperature Humidity
Operating 10 ~ 35°C
Not operating
Note *1 : After unpacking (storage)
*2: No condensation
*3: Under the following conditions
*4: One month when at 40°C
Humidity (%)
*1
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
-20 ~ 40°C
10
Temperature (°C)
Figure 1-7. Temperature/Humidity range
1.2.1.8 Durability
Total print life: 10,000 pages (black only, A4), or five years
*2
*3
*4
20 ~ 80%
5 ~ 85%
*3
Print Head Life: Six billion shots (per nozzle) or five years
(whichever comes first)
(whichever comes first)
1.2.1.9 Safety Standards: EMC
220-240V model
Safety standards: EN 60950
EMI: EN 55022(CISPR Pub.22) class B
AS/NZS CISPR22 class B
1.2.1.10 CE Marking
220-240V model
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC: EN60950
20
27
35
30
40
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC: EN55022 Class B
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-3-3
EN55024
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1.3 Interface
The EPSON Stylus Photo R240/R245/R250/ME PHOTO 20 provides the following
interface.
1.3.1 USB Interface
Standards
“Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 2.0”
“Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for Printing Devices Version
1.1” (printer unit)
“Universal Serial Bus Mass Storage Class Bulk-Only Transport Revision 1.0”
(storage unit)
Transfer rate: 480 Mbps (High Speed Device)
Data format: NRZI
Compatible connector: USB Series B
Recommended cable length: 2 [m] or less
Connector signal layout
Table 1-11. Connector pin assignment and signals
Pin No. Signal name I/O Function description
1 VCC --- Cable power. Max. power consumption is 2mA.
2 -Data Bi-D Data
3 +Data Bi-D Data, pull up to +3.3V via 1.5K ohm resistor.
4 Ground --- Cable ground
Pin #2
Pin #3
Figure 1-8. USB pin Assignment
Pin #1
Pin #4
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1.3.2 Standard Card Slots
1.3.2.1 Memory card
Table 1-12. Memory card
Memory card standards Slots Supported memory cards
Compact
Flash
SmartMedia SmartMedia Standard 2003
Memory
Stick
Memory
Stick PRO
SD SD Memory Card
MultiMedia
Card
xD-Picture
Card
CF+ and CompactFlash
Specification Revision 1.4
compliant
compliant
Memory Stick Standard
version 1.3 compliant
MemoryStick Standard
Memory Stick PRO Format
Specifications version 1.0
compliant
Specifications/PART1.
Physical Layer Specification
Version 1.0 compliant
MultiMediaCard Standard
compliant
xD-Picture CardTM Card
Specification Version 1.20
Type M compliant
CF Type II slot • CompactFlash
(memory card only)
• Microdrive
SmartMedia slot •SmartMedia
(maximum capacity: 128 MB)
Memory Stick/
Memory Stick
PRO slot
SD/MMC slot • SD (Secure Digital) memory
xD-Picture Card
slot
• Memory Stick
(maximum capacity: 128 MB,
including versions with
memory select function)
• MagicGate Memory Stick
(maximum capacity: 128 MB,
copy protection function is not
supported)
• Memory Stick Duo
(requires Memory Stick Duo
adapter)
• MagicGate Memory Stick Duo
• Memory Stick PRO
(copy protection function is not
supported)
• Memory Stick PRO Duo
(requires Memory Stick Duo
adapter)
card
•miniSD card
(requires SD adapter)
MultiMediaCard
• xD-Picture Card
• xD-Picture Card Type M
C A U T I O N
Note the following caution points when handling the memory card.
Since the SD card and Memory Stick share the same slot, only
one can be inserted at a time.
Since the SmartMedia and xD-Picture Card share the same
slot, only one can be inserted at a time.
When a memory card is being accessed, be sure to keep the
memory card slot’s cover closed and do not touch the memory
card.
1.3.2.2 Supported power supply voltage
3.3V/5V (both)
3.3V (only)
NOTE 1: 3.3V power is supplied to media that support both 3.3V and 5V.
2: Maximum current to memory card is 500mA.
3: 5V type memory cards are not supported.
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1.3.2.3 Multi-slot operations
Overview
There is only one type of card that can be used to simultaneously access both
a connected computer and the direct printing function.
The slots have assigned priority to determine which slot will be accessed first
when cards are inserted in several slots at once.
To select a card that has been inserted in a non-active slot, the card in the
active slot must first be removed.
• Direct printing
Only the image files in the active slot are valid and have assigned frame
numbers. The number of images will not change if a card is also inserted in
a non-selected slot.
• Connection to computer (Windows)
Only one drive is displayed at a time as a “removable disk” and only the
card that is in the active slot can be accessed via the removable disk. A card
that has been inserted into a non-selected slot cannot be accessed.
• Connection to computer (Macintosh)
Only the card in the active slot can be mounted on the desktop. A card that
has been inserted into a non-selected slot cannot be mounted on the desktop.
Details
Access priority
The access priority among slots is assigned as:
1: CF (Microdrive)
2: SmartMedia/xD-Picture Card
3: Memory Stick (Memory Stick PRO)/SD (MMC)
Slot selection when power is turned on
If cards are inserted in several slots when the power is turned on, the active
slot is determined by the priority ranks listed above.
Example: If Smart Media and Memory Stick are both inserted at power-on,
the SmartMedia slot becomes the active slot.
Slot selection after power is turned on
When a card is removed from the active slot, the slot with the next-highest
priority becomes the active slot (if a card has been inserted into it). There is no
need to re-insert any card before accessing it. If no slots contain any cards, the
highest-priority slot (CF Microdrive) again becomes the active slot.
Cards can be removed from non-selected slots in any order.
Example: If a memory stick and CF card are inserted while SmartMedia is
selected, CF becomes selected (active) once SmartMedia is
removed.
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1.4 Memory Card Print
1.4.1 Basic Specifications
1.4.1.1 File system
DCF Version 1.0 or 2.0 is the file system that can be used with this unit’s stand-alone
printing functions. Operation is not guaranteed when any other file system is used.
The file system used by the card reader function depends on the host’s specifications.
For a detailed description of the DCF specifications, see the “Design Rule for Camera
File System Standard, DCF Version 2.0, JEIDA-CP-3461”.
1.4.1.2 Media format
Media must be formatted according to the DCF Version 1.0 or 2.0 standard.
DOS FAT formats (FAT12, FAT16) and single partition (basic partition)
1.4.1.3 File formats
The file formats supported by this unit are described below.
JPEG files (*.JPG)
These are photo data files that comply with the Exif Version 2.21 standard. (Exif
version 1.0/2.0/2.1/2.2/2.21)
Camera specification files (*.MRK)
These are definition files used when in camera specification mode. An
“AUTOPRINT.MRK” file whose full path name is no longer than 32 characters is
valid.
PRINT Image Framer (P.I.F.) definition file (*.USD)
File to define the layout in accordance with the PRINT Image Framer
specifications. Files only in the “¥EPUDL¥” directory are available. Compatible
with Print Image Framer Rev.2.1.
PRINT Image Framer (P.I.F.) definition file (*.FD2)
File to define the layout in accordance with the PRINT Image Framer
specifications. All files in the memory card are targeted for search.
Compatible with Print Image Framer Rev 3.1.
File contents are divided into complete type and template type.
Template type: The frame only on which image data is printed is specified.
Provides nearly identical functions as those supported with
the current P.I.F. Rev.3.1.
Complete type: Print layout information, image data and frame data is
contained in one package. Printing is performed using this file
only without specifying photos.
Note: As a general rule, this unit will support up to level 1 of P.I.F. Rev.3.1
Note, however, any file that is saved in the following directories or their sub-directories
cannot be included as files to be printed.
Directories containing system properties or hidden properties
“RECYCLED”
Windows directory for deleted files
“PREVIEW”
Directories containing CASIO’s DSC thumbnail images
“SCENE”
Directories containing data for CASIO’s DSC Best Shot function
“MSSONY”
Directories containing SONY’s DSC e-mail image data, voice memos, video files,
or non-compressed images
“DCIM¥ALBUM¥IMAGE”
CASIO DSC album data save directory
1.4.1.4 Valid image size
The maximum image size handled by this unit is:
Horizontal: 80 ≤ X ≤ 9200 (pixels)
Vertical: 80 ≤ Y ≤ 9200 (pixels)
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1.4.1.5 Maximum number of photo data files
This unit can handle up to 999 photo data files. If the amount of photo data to be
recorded exceeds the capacity of one memory card, this unit uses file sorting rules to
sort the photo data into valid photo data in frames numbered from 1 to 999. Although it
is possible to print photo data files with frame numbers over 999 that have been
specified for printing by camera specification files, the maximum number of frames
that can be specified is 999 frames.
If you insert a memory card that contains over 999 photo data files, only files up to 999
will be printed by the “Print All” or “Print index sheet” functions.
1.4.1.6 Thumbnail image data
This unit handles thumbnail image data in the DCF Version 1.0 or 2.0 format (Exif
format, 160 x 120 pixels).
During this unit’s Index sheet and memory card printing modes, the layout is 80
thumbnails per sheet (when using plain paper or special paper in high-speed print
mode).
1.4.1.7 File sorting
This unit stores all photo data files in the memory, using the photo data files’ full-path
file names (for example, “¥DCIM¥100EPSON¥EPSN0000.JPG”), and assigned photo
frame numbers. Since photo frame numbers are assigned based on this unit’s own
proprietary file sorting rules, the assigned frame numbers do not necessarily match
those indicated by digital cameras.
1.4.1.9 Rules for acquisition of date/time data
The following priorities are used to fetch date and time information from photo data
files.
1. Date/time data that complies with the standard format (Exif) for digital
cameras
2. Date/time data that complies with the DOS standard file system (file time
stamps)
3. Fixed values (01/01/1980, 00:00:00)
Note that the date/time data assigned to individual photo data files does not necessarily
match the date/time when the photo was actually taken. The photo date/time may be
modified due to the digital camera’s calendar settings (presence/absence of functions,
incorrect date/time settings, etc.), processing of the photo data after the photo was
taken, or subsequent saving of data. In such cases, this unit performs the relevant
processing based on the most recently modified date/time data.
1.4.1.10 Number of sheets which can be printed in total
Printing sum total number of sheets presupposes that it is possible to 999 sheets.
Moreover, the printing sum total number of sheets per sheet is possible to 99 sheets.
1.4.1.8 File sorting rules
This unit sorts photo data files based on the following prioritization rule.
File name is sorted in ASCII order as full path name.
Note: Sorting results are not guaranteed if two files have matching full-
path file names. (Matching full-path file names are not allowed
under the DOS specification.)
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1.4.2 Functions
1.4.2.1 List of functions
The memory card print menu and its settings are listed in the following table. The
values shown in this table indicate the total number of options and the number of pages
or copies that can be printed consecutively.
Table 1-13. List of functions
Memory card
printing
Print selected
*1
image
Print all images Print All/
*2
DPOF
Print index sheet Print Index Sheet None Plain Paper 1 1
Note *1 : “Print selected image” will be selected as default function of Memory Card Print.
*2: It is available only “DPOF” file exists in the memory card.
Mode selection Layout Paper type
Print Select • Standard
• Border free
• Border free
• Standard
PictBridge
Print Select • Standard
• Border free
• Border free
• Border free
• Border free
• Plain Paper
• Photo Paper
• Matte Paper
• Plain Paper
• Photo Paper
• Matte Paper
• Plain Paper
• Photo Paper
• Matte Paper
1.4.2.2 Memory card printing mode
Print selected image
This function prints selected image file stored in the memory card. As shown
below, the number of printed pages depends on the number of copies to be printed.
Print all images
This function prints all of the image files stored in the memory card. As shown
below, the number of printed pages depends on the number of copies to be printed.
DPOF printing
In this mode, the photo frame numbers previously specified via the camera are
printed in the number of pages specified via the camera. Only the paper type and
layout are specified on the printer side. If the layout assigned multiple photos per
output sheet, photos that have different frame sizes are automatically assigned in
the specified number of pages in numerical order (of the specified photo frame
Paper
size
3 1
3 1
3 1 to 99
Page/
copies
numbers). If index print mode was set via the camera, this unit will print in DPOF
index layout. (When in DPOF print mode, the mode cannot be switched by writing
the print file specification from the host after inserting the memory card.)
Print index sheet printing
This function prints thumbnail images (stored in the memory card) onto an order
sheet (form) that is marked for selecting images.
Table 1-14. Memory card printing mode
Setting Memory card printing mode Description Option, setting range, etc.
Layout
(no menu)
Paper type • Print selected image
Paper size • Print selected image
Pages/
copies
Quality • Print selected image
• Print selected image
• Print all images
• DPOF printing
• Print all images
• DPOF printing
Print index sheet printing Fixed Plain Paper
• Print all images
• DPOF printing
Print index sheet printing Fixed A4
Print selected image Sets number
Print all images 1
DPOF printing The number of copies specified via
Print index sheet printing Fixed Fixed as 1 page (can vary according
• Print all images
• DPOF printing
Print index sheet printing Fixed Prints it by the quality of Plain Paper.
Sets print
layout
Sets paper
type
Sets paper
size
of printout
Sets print
quality
Fixed in combination with paper type
and paper size (refer to “1.4.3 Layout
and Paper Type, Paper Size” (p.23))
Plain Paper, Photo Paper or Matte
paper
A4, 10x15/4”x6” or 13x18/5”x7”
1 to 99 copies (default is 1 copy).
the camera is used.
The setting range is 1 to 99 copies
(default is 1 copy).
to the number of image files)
Fixed according to paper type (refer
to “1.4.7 Relation between Paper
Type and Quality” (p.27))
Only the Color print is
supported.
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1.4.3 Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size
The layout/paper type and size combinations that can be selected are listed below.
Table 1-15. Layout and Paper Type, Paper Size
Layout Paper type Paper size Description
Border free Photo Paper A4
10x15
13x18
1-up with
borders
20-up --- 10x15
30-up --- 13x18 Prints 30 frames per page, laid out in 5 columns and
80-up --- 10x15
Plain Paper A4
10x15
13x18
13x18
13x18
Prints with no margins along top, bottom and both
sides
Prints with 3mm margins along top, bottom and
both sides
Prints 20 frames per page, laid out in 5 columns and
4 rows (For DPOF index print only)
4 rows (For DPOF index print only)
Prints 80 frames per page, laid out in 10 columns
and 8 rows (For DPOF index print only)
1.4.4 Trimming Function
A trimming function is provided as a means of coordinating photo data with the types
of photo frames handled by this unit. This function is always activated so that printing
photo data is in shapes that fit these photo frames.
This function is described briefly below.
The printed photo frame and the photo to be printed are matched in length along one
side and the photo is resized along the perpendicular side to fit the frame on that side.
Any part of the photo that does not fit within the photo frame is trimmed away (not
printed).
The image below shows an example in which the photo data is aligned vertically
with the photo frame.
These parts are
trimmed.
The image below shows an example in which the photo data is aligned
horizontally with the photo frame.
Photo frame
(print area)
Photo frame
(print area)
These parts are trimmed.
Figure 1-9. Trimming Function
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1.4.5 Assignment Rules for Photo Frame Numbers and Rotation
Top edge
The rules concerning photo frame numbers that are referenced when assigning photos
are described below. The numbers shown in each diagram and photo frame below
indicate the photo frame numbers used for various types of layout.
The direction of the number shown in each photo frame matches the direction of the
printed photo to which the horizontal photo data was allocated. When there are more
pixels vertically than horizontally, the vertical photo data is allocated instead, and the
number shown in the figure below is then rotated 90° before being printed. In Index
printing mode, the numbers are printed as they are shown below, regardless of the
shape of the photo data.
However, when the photo data has an equal number of pixels vertically and
horizontally the photos are printed without rotation, regardless of the layout.
NOTE: The vertical photo data refers to when the photo data file itself is set for a
vertical (portrait) orientation. Photo data is defined as the vertical photo
data if it is taken by a digital camera with a portrait position detecting
function.)
<Border-free> <1 sheet with borders>
12345
678910
11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25
25 26 27 28 30
<20-up>
12345678
9 10 111213141516
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48
49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56
57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64
65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72
73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80
<80-up>
<30-up>
Figure 1-10. Assignment Rules for Photo Frame Numbers and Rotation
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1.4.6 Layout Drawings
1.4.6.1 Border free
BD
H
C
A
Paper
Figure 1-11. Border free
Table 1-16. Border free (unit: mm)
FEG
Printable
area
1.4.6.2 1-up with borders
DB
H
Figure 1-12. 1-up with borders
Table 1-17. 1-up with borders (unit: mm)
A
C
Printable area
FEG
Paper type A B C D E F G H
A4 210 297 215.08 305.04 2.54 2.54 2.96 4.02
10x15 101.6 152.4 106.68 160.53 2.54 2.54 2.82 3.6
13x18 127 178 132.08 186.04 2.54 2.54 2.96 4.02
Paper type A B C D E F G H
A4 210 297 204 291 3 3 3 3
10x15 101.6 152.4 95.6 146.4 3 3 3 3
13x18 127 178 121 172 3 3 3 3
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1.4.6.3 20-up
A
K
LB
H
IIIC
Figure 1-13. 20-up
Table 1-18. 20-up (unit: mm)
Paper
type
10x15 101.6 152.4 20 20 6.1 6.3 19.8 20.3 3 3 89.3 112.3
13x18 127 178 29 24.6 3 3 5 10 1.7 10 121 163
A B C D E F G H I J K L
FEG
J
J
J
J
D
1.4.6.4 30-up
A
B
H
Figure 1-14. 30-up
Table 1-19. 30-up (unit: mm)
Paper
type
13x18 127 178 20 20 4.5 4.5 14 14 4.5 6
A B C D E F G H I J
IC
FEG
J
D
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1.4.6.5 80-up
N
O
P
B
1.4.7 Relation between Paper Type and Quality
A
J
I
H
KGL
M
F
D
Q
EC
Figure 1-15. 80-up
Table 1-20. 80-up (unit: mm)
In this mode, printing is always in color (CMYK), not black ink only.
Table 1-21. Relation between Paper Type and Quality
Paper type Print resolution (H x V dpi) Dot size
Plain Paper 720 x 720 VSD3
Photo Paper 1440 x 720 VSD3
Matte Paper 1440 x 720 VSD3
Index sheet (Plain Paper) 360 x 360 VSD1
Paper
A4 210 297 20 20 2 5 18 62 106 150 18 26 76 126 176 226 26
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q
type
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1.5 USB Direct-Print/PictBridge Functions
The printer can print from Digital Still Camera that is compliant with the following
specifications.
1.5.1 Supported Device
USB DIRECT-PRINT
The device that is compliant with “USB DIRECT-PRINT” specification.
CIPA DC-001-2003 Digital Photo Solutions for Imaging Device
The device that is compliant with “CIPA DC-001-2003 Digital Photo Solutions for
Imaging Devices” specification.
1.5.2 Functions Available from DSC
Following functions are available.
Implementation of each function depends on the DSC.
Table 1-22. Functions Available from DSC
Function USB Direct-Print Functions PictBridge Functions
Specify picture OK
(single picture or DPOF)OK(single picture, multiple pictures
or DPOF)
Specify paper type OK
(Plain paper, Photo paper,
Glossy paper and Matte paper)
Specify paper size OK
(A4, 5x7in., 4x6in., 8x10in. and Letter)
Specify layout OK
(borderless, Single. 2up, 4up,
8up are available for DPOF)
Specify date print OK
(Enable or Disable)
Specify print quality NG OK
Automatic correction OK
(Enable or Disable)
Cropping OK
(Any area of rectangle. This
function is available for Single
picture print only)
(Plain paper and Glossy paper)
(borderless, Single, 2up, 4up,
8up, 20up and Index)
(Any area of rectangle)
OK
OK
OK
NG
OK
Table 1-22. Functions Available from DSC
Function USB Direct-Print Functions PictBridge Functions
PRINT Image Framer OK
(Enable or Disable)
Status acquisition OK
Start print OK
Stop print immediately OK
Stop print at the end of page OK
Reset printer OK ---
---
1.5.3 Operation
1.5.3.1 Preparation
Conditions described below are required before starting printing.
The printer is not printing from the PC.
The printer is not printing from the memory card slot.
The printer is not performing the backup of the memory card.
The error (paper empty, ink end, etc.) is cleared.
Note *: PictBridge only.
1.5.3.2 Standard Operations
Standard operations are described below. These operations depends on the DSC.
1. Preparation at the printer
Some settings are required before connecting with the DSC. If your DSC can set
these settings, preparation at the printer is not required.
1-1. Choose the Paper Type, Paper Size and Layout to the desired setting.
1-2. Change More Options if necessary (e.g. Automatic Correction, Filter and
Date print)
2. Preparation at the DSC
Some operations are necessary before connecting to the printer.
2-1. Set the DPOF (or select pictures*) if printing multiple picture.
*
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2-2. Choose the picture when Single picture print and set area to crop if
necessary.
2-3. Choose the Paper Type, Paper Size, Quality and Layout if these settings can
be specified from DSC.
Note *: PictBridge only.
3. Start printing
3-1. Connect the DSC to the printer with a USB cable. The cable that works well
with the DSC is recommended.
3-2. Start print by operating form the DSC.
3-3. The Printer print by printing conditions from DSC, if the DSC dose not
designate the printing parameter, the printer prints it by using the printing
condition that is registered to the printer.
When this unit is connected to a DSC that supports the USB DIRECT-PRINT protocol
(Revision 1.0), print settings, image selection, status monitoring, and print start/stop
commands can be controlled from the DSC.
Note *1: USB Direct-Print only.
*2: PictBridge only.
*1
*2
1.5.3.3 Display when DSC is Connected
When DSC is connected with the above conditions, “Camera Connected” icon will be
displayed on the LCD and the “Print All” LED will be turned on.
1.5.3.6 Exclusive Control Specifications for Paper Type, Size, and
Layout
Depending upon the DSC and printer settings, there may be some combinations of
paper type, size, and layout settings that are not supported by this printer.
In such a case, the paper type is given priority; paper size and layout are changed to
settings that will allow printing (the initial settings made on the printer’s operation
panel for the paper type given priority) and the document is printed.
1.5.3.7 Camera direct error executing other processing (error)
When unsupport equipment are connected during the other processing is executed
(error), the camera direct error is displayed after other processing execution (error).
When the unsupport equipment is connected and other processing ends, it doesn't
become a camera direct mode and the camera direct error is not displayed.
1.5.3.4 Cancel Print
This unit can be canceled from the DSC. The “Stop” button of the printer is also
available.
1.5.3.5 Operation when the Printing is Completed
Disconnect the USB cable after the printing is completed if you’d like to print from the
memory card
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1.6 Control Panel
1.6.1 Buttons
The control panel contains following 11 buttons, which are used to set and execute
various operations.
All of them are non-lock type buttons.
Table 1-23. Buttons
Button Function
Power Button Execute turning on/off this unit.
Mode Button Selects one of memory card print mode.
Setup/Utilities Button Make transition from “Memory Card mode” to “Setup mode”.
Up/Down Button sets number of copies.
Left/Right Button Select print image.
Paper Type Button Select paper type.
Paper Size Button Select paper size.
Start Button Start card print.
Stop/Clear Button Stop job of printing or sometimes work at the printing.
Clear the setting value at the non-printing
Refer to “1.6.5.1 Memory card mode/Setup mode/DSC direct mode ” (p.33) for details
about each button.
1.6.2 Indicators
The control panel contains 1.5” LCD and 10 LEDs, and one LED is located near the
card slot, which are used to indicate various status.
Table 1-24.
LED Function
Power LED [Green] Light at stand-by. Blink while some operation is proceeding.
Mode LED 1-3 Light one of them while some memory card print function
showing below is ready or proceeding.
1st [Green] Print Select
2nd [Green] Print All/PictBridge
3rd [Green] Print Index Sheet
Paper Type LED 1-3 Light one of them showing which paper type below is selected.
1st [Green] Plain Paper
2nd [Green] Photo Paper
3rd [Green] Matte paper
Paper Size LED 1-3 Light one of them showing which paper size below is selected.
1st [Green] A4
2nd [Green] 10x15/4"x6"
3rd [Green] 13x18/5"x7"
1.5inch LCD Display photo, print number, error, setting, etc.
Card Access LED [Green]* Light when available memory card is in a slot. Blink when
accessing to the card.
Note * : An another LED is located near the memory card slot and the printer status is
indicated with the LED.
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1.6.3 Control Panel Appearance
Paper Type LED 1-3
Standard version
Power LED
1.5inch LCD
Up/Down Button
Setup/Utilities Button
Premium version
ME PHOTO 20
Power Button
Mode LED 1-3
Mode Button
Left/Right Button
Paper Size LED 1-3
Asia version
Stop/Clear Button
Paper Type Button
Start Button
Paper Size Button
Figure 1-16. Control panel
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