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Contents

WF-5190 User's Guide............................................................................................................................... 11
Product Basics .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Using the Control Panel ..................................................................................................................... 12
Control Panel Buttons and Lights .................................................................................................. 13
Status Icons .............................................................................................................................. 13
Setting a Password and Locking the Control Panel ....................................................................... 14
Entering Characters on the LCD Screen................................................................................... 15
Product Parts Locations ..................................................................................................................... 17
Printer Parts - Top ......................................................................................................................... 18
Printer Parts - Inside...................................................................................................................... 19
Printer Parts - Back........................................................................................................................ 20
Checking for Software Updates.......................................................................................................... 20
Using Eco Mode ................................................................................................................................. 21
Changing the Power Off Timer Settings ........................................................................................ 23
Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More ......................................................... 24
Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App ................................................................................................ 25
Using AirPrint .................................................................................................................................... 26
Using Google Cloud Print................................................................................................................... 26
Wi-Fi or Wired Networking........................................................................................................................ 28
Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup......................................................................................................... 28
Selecting Wireless Network Settings From the Control Panel ....................................................... 29
Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup .................................................................................................................... 31
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)............................................................................................................. 34
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Printing a Network Status Sheet......................................................................................................... 35
Changing or Updating Network Connections ..................................................................................... 36
Accessing the Web Config Utility................................................................................................... 36
Changing a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network Connection...................................................... 37
Enabling Epson Universal Print Driver (PCL) or PostScript Printing.................................................... 40
Installing the Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows ....................................................................... 40
Installing the PostScript (PS3) Printer Software - Windows ............................................................... 44
Installing the PostScript (PS3) Printer Software - OS X...................................................................... 44
Selecting PDL (Page Description Language) Settings ....................................................................... 45
Selecting Printer Language and Interface Settings ............................................................................ 48
Printing a PS3 (PostScript) Status Sheet ........................................................................................... 50
Loading Paper ........................................................................................................................................... 52
Loading Paper for Documents in the Cassette ................................................................................... 52
Loading Paper for Photos in the Cassette .......................................................................................... 56
Loading Paper and Envelopes in the Rear Paper Feed Slot .............................................................. 60
Paper Loading Capacity ..................................................................................................................... 65
Available Epson Papers ..................................................................................................................... 66
Paper or Media Type Settings - Printing Software.............................................................................. 68
Selecting the Paper Settings for Each Source - Control Panel ........................................................... 69
Selecting Default Paper Settings - Administrator................................................................................ 70
Paper Source Settings Options................................................................................................. 71
Universal Print Settings Options ............................................................................................... 73
Installing and Enabling the Optional Second Paper Cassette ............................................................ 74
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Printing from a Computer ......................................................................................................................... 76
Printing with Windows ........................................................................................................................ 76
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows ...................................................................................... 76
Paper Source Options - Windows ............................................................................................. 79
Print Quality Options - Windows ............................................................................................... 79
Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows..................................................................................... 79
Double-sided Printing Options - Windows................................................................................. 82
Print Density Adjustments - Windows ....................................................................................... 83
Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows ............................................................. 84
Custom Color Correction Options - Windows............................................................................ 86
Image Options and Additional Settings - Windows.................................................................... 87
Header/Footer Settings - Windows ........................................................................................... 88
Selecting Extended Settings - Windows ........................................................................................ 90
Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows.................................................................................... 92
Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens ......................................................... 93
Changing Automatic Update Options ............................................................................................ 94
Printing with OS X .............................................................................................................................. 95
Selecting Basic Print Settings - OS X ........................................................................................... 96
Paper Source Options - OS X ................................................................................................. 100
Print Quality Options - OS X.................................................................................................... 100
Print Options - OS X................................................................................................................ 100
Selecting Page Setup Settings - OS X......................................................................................... 101
Selecting Print Layout Options - OS X......................................................................................... 102
Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - OS X ......................................................................... 102
Double-sided Printing Options and Adjustments - OS X ......................................................... 104
Managing Color - OS X................................................................................................................ 104
Color Matching and Color Options - OS X............................................................................... 105
Selecting Printing Preferences - OS X......................................................................................... 106
Printing Preferences - OS X.................................................................................................... 107
Printing Your Document or Photo - OS X..................................................................................... 108
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Checking Print Status - OS X .................................................................................................. 109
Printing with the Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows................................................................. 109
Synchronizing Printer Settings - Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows ................................... 110
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows .................................... 111
Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows ........... 114
Selecting Maintenance Options - Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows.................................. 116
Extended Settings - Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows ................................................. 117
Selecting Default Print Settings - Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows.................................. 118
Locking Printer Settings - Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows ............................................. 120
Epson Universal Print Driver Locked Setting Options ............................................................. 121
Adding Network Printers - Epson Universal Print Driver - Windows............................................. 122
Printing with the PostScript (PS3) Printer Software - Windows ........................................................ 125
Selecting Basic Print Settings - PostScript Printer Software - Windows ...................................... 125
Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - PostScript Printer Software - Windows ............. 128
Selecting Default Print Settings - PostScript Printer Software - Windows .................................... 129
Printing with the PostScript (PS3) Printer Software - OS X .............................................................. 130
Selecting Basic Print Settings - PostScript Printer Software - OS X ............................................ 131
Selecting Page Setup Settings - PostScript Printer Software - OS X........................................... 136
Selecting Print Layout Options - PostScript Printer Software - OS X ........................................... 137
Sizing Printed Images - PostScript Printer Software - OS X ....................................................... 138
Managing Color - PostScript Printer Software - OS X ................................................................. 138
Printing Your Document or Photo - PostScript Printer Software - OS X....................................... 139
Checking Print Status - PostScript Printer Software - OS X ................................................... 140
Cancelling Printing Using a Product Button...................................................................................... 141
Replacing Ink Cartridges and Maintenance Boxes............................................................................... 142
Check Cartridge and Maintenance Box Status................................................................................. 142
Checking Cartridge Status on the LCD Screen............................................................................ 143
Checking Cartridge and Maintenance Box Status with Windows ................................................ 143
Checking Cartridge and Maintenance Box Status with OS X....................................................... 146
Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges and Maintenance Box .................................................................... 148
Ink Cartridge and Maintenance Box Part Numbers...................................................................... 148
Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges............................................................................................ 149
Printing with Black Ink and Expended Color Cartridges ................................................................... 153
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Printing with Expended Color Cartridges - Windows ................................................................... 153
Printing with Expended Color Cartridges - OS X ......................................................................... 154
Conserving Low Black Ink with Windows ......................................................................................... 155
Replacing the Maintenance Box....................................................................................................... 156
Adjusting Print Quality............................................................................................................................ 159
Print Head Maintenance................................................................................................................... 159
Print Head Nozzle Check............................................................................................................. 159
Checking the Nozzles Using the Product Control Panel ......................................................... 160
Checking the Nozzles Using a Computer Utility...................................................................... 161
Print Head Cleaning .................................................................................................................... 163
Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel ...................................................... 164
Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility................................................................... 165
Print Head Alignment ....................................................................................................................... 167
Aligning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel ............................................................ 168
Aligning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility......................................................................... 169
Making Precise Alignment Adjustments ...................................................................................... 171
Cleaning the Paper Guide ................................................................................................................ 171
Cleaning and Transporting Your Product ............................................................................................. 173
Cleaning the Product........................................................................................................................ 173
Transporting Your Product ............................................................................................................... 173
Solving Problems .................................................................................................................................... 175
Product Status Messages ................................................................................................................ 175
Running a Product Check ................................................................................................................ 176
Resetting Control Panel Defaults ..................................................................................................... 178
Solving Setup Problems ................................................................................................................... 179
Noise After Ink Installation ........................................................................................................... 179
Software Installation Problems .................................................................................................... 179
Solving Network Problems ............................................................................................................... 180
Product Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point .................................................. 180
Network Software Cannot Find Product on a Network................................................................. 182
Product Does Not Appear in OS X Printer Window...................................................................... 183
Cannot Print Over a Network....................................................................................................... 183
Solving Paper Problems................................................................................................................... 184
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Paper Feeding Problems............................................................................................................. 185
Paper Jam Problems Inside the Product ..................................................................................... 186
Paper Jam Problems in the Cassette .......................................................................................... 187
Paper Jam Problems in the Duplexer (Rear Cover)..................................................................... 189
Paper Ejection Problems ............................................................................................................. 192
Solving PCL/PostScript Problems .................................................................................................... 192
Nothing Prints Using the PCL/Postscript Printer Software........................................................... 192
Settings Are Missing from the PCL or PostScript Printer Software .............................................. 193
Printing a PS3 (PostScript) Status Sheet..................................................................................... 193
Solving Problems Printing from a Computer..................................................................................... 193
Nothing Prints.............................................................................................................................. 193
Product Icon Does Not Appear in Windows Taskbar ................................................................... 194
Printing is Slow ............................................................................................................................ 195
Solving Page Layout and Content Problems.................................................................................... 196
Inverted Image............................................................................................................................. 196
Too Many Copies Print ................................................................................................................ 197
Blank Pages Print ........................................................................................................................ 197
Incorrect Margins on Printout....................................................................................................... 197
Incorrect Characters Print............................................................................................................ 198
Incorrect Image Size or Position.................................................................................................. 198
Slanted Printout........................................................................................................................... 199
Solving Print Quality Problems......................................................................................................... 199
White or Dark Lines in Printout .................................................................................................... 200
Blurry or Smeared Printout .......................................................................................................... 200
Faint Printout or Printout Has Gaps ............................................................................................. 202
Grainy Printout............................................................................................................................. 203
Incorrect Colors ........................................................................................................................... 204
Uninstall Your Product Software....................................................................................................... 204
Uninstalling Printing Software - Standard Epson Printer Software - Windows............................. 205
Uninstalling Product Software - OS X .......................................................................................... 205
Where to Get Help............................................................................................................................ 206
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 208
Windows System Requirements ...................................................................................................... 208
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OS X System Requirements............................................................................................................. 209
Printing Specifications...................................................................................................................... 209
Paper Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 210
Printable Area Specifications ........................................................................................................... 211
Ink Cartridge Specifications.............................................................................................................. 212
Dimension Specifications ................................................................................................................. 213
Electrical Specifications ................................................................................................................... 213
Environmental Specifications ........................................................................................................... 214
Interface Specifications .................................................................................................................... 214
Network Interface Specifications ...................................................................................................... 214
Safety and Approvals Specifications ................................................................................................ 216
PS3 Mode Fonts............................................................................................................................... 216
PCL5 Mode Fonts (Bitstream).......................................................................................................... 218
PCL6 Mode Fonts (Bitstream).......................................................................................................... 221
PCL Mode Fonts (URW)................................................................................................................... 223
Symbol Sets ..................................................................................................................................... 225
Notices ..................................................................................................................................................... 233
Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 233
General Printer Safety Instructions.............................................................................................. 233
Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions.................................................................................................. 235
LCD Screen Safety Instructions................................................................................................... 235
Wireless Connection Safety Instructions ..................................................................................... 236
FCC Compliance Statement............................................................................................................. 236
Software Notice................................................................................................................................ 237
Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 285
Copyright Notice............................................................................................................................... 286
libTIFF Software Acknowledgment.............................................................................................. 286
A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials................................................... 287
Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products ............................................... 287
Copyright Attribution.................................................................................................................... 287
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WF-5190 User's Guide
Welcome to the WF-5190 User's Guide.
For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here.
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Product Basics

See these sections to learn about the basic features of your product.
Note: Printing software instructions in this manual are intended for use with the standard Epson printer software. For more information on using the Printer Command Language (PCL) or PostScript (PS3) printer software, please see the appropriate sections.
Using the Control Panel Product Parts Locations Checking for Software Updates Using Eco Mode Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More Using AirPrint Using Google Cloud Print

Using the Control Panel

See these sections to learn about the control panel and select control panel settings.
Control Panel Buttons and Lights Setting a Password and Locking the Control Panel Changing LCD Screen Language Adjusting the Screen Contrast
Parent topic: Product Basics
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Control Panel Buttons and Lights

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The power button and light
2 The Paper Setup button
3 The Error and Data lights
4 The LCD screen
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The Back button
6 The arrow buttons and the OK button
Status Icons
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The Stop button
Status Icons
Parent topic: Using the Control Panel
Status icons may be displayed on the LCD screen depending on the product's status.
Icons Description
There is no Ethernet connection.
An Ethernet connection has been established.
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Icons Description
A Wi-Fi network error has occurred or the product is searching for a connection.
A Wi-Fi connection has been established. The number of bars indicates the connection's signal strength.
An Ad hoc connection has been established.
A Wi-Fi Direct mode connection has been established.
A Simple AP mode connection has been established.
One of the Eco Mode settings is enabled.
Parent topic: Control Panel Buttons and Lights

Setting a Password and Locking the Control Panel

You can set an administrator password to lock the following control panel settings:
• System Administration Setup settings
• Eco mode settings
When the control panel is locked, you must enter the password to access any of the locked settings.
1. Press the up and down arrow buttons, select Menu, and press the OK button.
You see a screen like this:
2. Press the down arrow button, select Admin Settings, and press the OK button.
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3. Select Admin Password and press the OK button.
4. Select Register and press the OK button.
You see a screen like this:
5. Use the control panel buttons to enter a password and press the OK button.
6. Enter your password again to confirm.
7. Press the OK button.
8. Use the arrow buttons to select Lock Setting and press the OK button.
9. Select On and press the OK button.
Note: If you forget your password, contact Epson support for assistance.
Entering Characters on the LCD Screen
Parent topic: Using the Control Panel
Entering Characters on the LCD Screen
Follow these guidelines to enter characters for passwords and other settings.
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• To enter letters or symbols, press the up or down arrow buttons to scroll through characters, and press the right arrow button to select one.
• To enter numbers or change the case of letters, press the Stop button.
• To delete the previous character, press the left arrow button.
• To enter a space, press the right arrow button.
Parent topic: Setting a Password and Locking the Control Panel

Changing LCD Screen Language

You can change the language used on the LCD screen.
Note: This setting can be locked by an administrator. If you cannot access or change this setting, contact your administrator for assistance.
1. Press the up or down arrow buttons, select Menu, and press the OK button.
2. Press the down arrow button, select System Administration, and press the OK button. Enter the
administrator password, if necessary.
You see a screen like this:
3. Select Common Settings and press the OK button.
4. Press the down arrow button, select Language, and press the OK button.
5. Select a language and press the OK button.
Parent topic: Using the Control Panel
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Adjusting the Screen Contrast

You can adjust the contrast of the LCD screen.
1. Press the up or down arrow buttons, select Menu, and press the OK button.
2. Press the down arrow button, select System Administration, and press the OK button. Enter the
administrator password, if necessary.
You see a screen like this:
3. Select Common Settings and press the OK button.
4. Select LCD Contrast and press the OK button.
5. Press the up or down arrow buttons to adjust the screen contrast.
6. Press the OK button to exit.
Parent topic: Using the Control Panel

Product Parts Locations

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

1 Cassette edge guides
2 Paper stopper
3 Output tray extension
4 Output tray
5 Sheet feeder edge guides
6 Rear paper feed tray extension
7 Rear paper feed cover
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1 Paper cassette 1
2 Paper cassette unit (optional)
3 Paper cassette 2 (optional)
4 Paper cassette cover (optional)
Parent topic: Product Parts Locations

Printer Parts - Inside

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1 Cartridge holder
2 Front cover (opened)
3 Print head (do not remove)
Parent topic: Product Parts Locations

Printer Parts - Back

1 USB port
2 Ethernet LAN port
3 Service USB port
4 Maintenance box
5 Rear cover
6 AC inlet
Parent topic: Product Parts Locations

Checking for Software Updates

Periodically, it's a good idea to check Epson's support website for free updates to your product software. You can select Download the Latest Software from the Home screen of this manual or visit Epson's driver download site (U.S. downloads or Canadian downloads).
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• Windows: Your printer software automatically checks for updates. You can also manually update the software by selecting Software Update here:
• Accessing the Windows Desktop and right-clicking the product icon in the Windows taskbar
• On the Maintenance tab in the printer settings window
You can also update the software by selecting EPSON Software Updater in the EPSON or EPSON Software program group, accessible by the Start button, or on the Start or Apps screens, depending on your version of Windows.
• OS X: You can manually update the software by opening the Applications > Epson Software folder and selecting EPSON Software Updater.
Parent topic: Product Basics

Using Eco Mode

Your product enters sleep mode automatically and turns off the LCD screen if it is not used for a period of time. You can make the time period shorter and select other options to save energy and resources.
Changing the Eco Settings Changing the Sleep Timer Settings Changing the Power Off Timer Settings
Parent topic: Product Basics

Changing the Eco Settings

You can use the product control panel to change the Eco settings.
Note: The Sleep Timer setting in Eco Mode overrides the Sleep Timer setting in Common Settings. This setting can be locked by an administrator. If you cannot access or change this setting, contact your administrator for assistance.
1. Press the up or down arrow buttons, select Menu, and press the OK button.
2. Press the up or down arrow buttons, select System Administration, and press the OK button. Enter
the administrator password, if necessary.
3. Press the up or down arrow buttons, select Eco Mode, and press the OK button.
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You see a screen like this:
4. Select On and press the OK button.
5. Press the up arrow button.
6. Change settings as necessary.
7. Press the OK button to exit.
You see the icon on the LCD screen to indicate that Eco settings are enabled.
Parent topic: Using Eco Mode

Changing the Sleep Timer Settings

You can adjust the time period before your product enters sleep mode and turns off the LCD screen.
Note: The Sleep Timer setting in Eco Mode overrides the Sleep Timer setting in Common Settings. This setting can be locked by an administrator. If you cannot access or change this setting, contact your administrator for assistance.
1. Press the up or down arrow buttons, select Menu, and press the OK button.
2. Press the up or down arrow buttons, select System Administration, and press the OK button. Enter
the administrator password, if necessary.
3. Press the down arrow button, select Common Settings, and press the OK button.
4. Press the down arrow button, select Sleep Timer, and press the OK button.
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You see a screen like this:
5. Press the up or down arrow buttons to increase or reduce the number of minutes.
6. Press the left or right arrow buttons to move the cursor.
7. Press the OK button.
Parent topic: Using Eco Mode

Changing the Power Off Timer Settings

You can have the product turn off automatically if it is not used for a specified period of time.
Note: This setting can be locked by an administrator. If you cannot access or change this setting, contact your administrator for assistance.
1. Press the up or down arrow buttons, select Menu, and press the OK button.
2. Press the down arrow button, select System Administration, and press the OK button. Enter the
administrator password, if necessary.
You see a screen like this:
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3. Press the down arrow button, select Common Settings, and press the OK button.
4. Press the down arrow button, select Power Off Timer, and press the OK button.
5. Select a time period between 30minutes and 12h (12 hours), and press the OK button.
Parent topic: Using Eco Mode

Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More

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

Using Epson Email Print

With Epson Email Print, you can print from any device that can send email, such as your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Just activate your product's unique email address. When you want to print, attach a PDF, Microsoft Office document, or photo to an email and send it to your product.
1. Set up your product for network printing. See the link below.
2. If you did not already set up Email Print when you installed your product software, visit
epson.com/connect to learn more about Email Print, check compatibility, and get detailed setup
instructions.
3. Send an email with attachments to your product's Email Print address.
Note: Both the email and any attachments print by default. You can change these printing options by logging into your Epson Connect account.
Parent topic: Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
Related topics
Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
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Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App

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

Using Epson Remote Print

With Epson Remote Print software, you can print from your laptop or desktop computer to an Epson Email-enabled product anywhere in the world.
1. Connect your Epson product to your wireless network. See the link below.
2. If you did not already set up an Epson Connect account when you installed your product software,
visit epsonconnect.com to create your account and register your product to the Epson Connect service.
Note: Make a note of your product's email address.
3. Visit epsonconnect.com to learn more about Remote Print and how to download the Remote Print
Driver software.
4. Download and install the Remote Print software.
5. Enter the email address and optional access key of your Epson product during Remote Print setup.
6. Now you are ready to print remotely. Select the print command in your laptop or desktop computer
application and choose the Remote Print option for your Epson product.
Parent topic: Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
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Related topics
Wi-Fi or Wired Networking

Using AirPrint

AirPrint enables instant wireless printing from iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with the latest version of iOS, and Mac with the latest version of OS X.
1. Load paper in your product.
2. Set up your product for wireless printing. See the link below.
3. Connect your Apple device to the same wireless network that your product is using.
4. Print from your device to your product.
Note: For details, see the AirPrint page on the Apple website.
Parent topic: Product Basics
Related topics
Wi-Fi or Wired Networking

Using Google Cloud Print

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

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

Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup

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

Selecting Wireless Network Settings From the Control Panel

Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Selecting Wireless Network Settings From the Control Panel
You can select or change wireless network settings using your product control panel.
To install your product on a wireless network, follow the instructions on the Start Here sheet and install the necessary software. The installer program guides you through network setup.
Note: Breakdown or repair of this product may cause loss of network data and settings. Epson is not responsible for backing up or recovering data and settings during or after the warranty period. We recommend that you make your own backup or print out your network data and settings.
1. Press the up or down arrow buttons, select Wi-Fi Setup, and press the OK button.
You see this screen:
2. Select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard and press the OK button.
Note: If you need to disable the wireless network to set up your product on an Ethernet network, press the down arrow button, select Disable Wi-Fi, and press the OK button. Then follow the instructions on changing to a wired network connection in this guide.
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3. Select the name of your wireless network and press the OK button.
Note: To enter the wireless network name manually, select Other Networks and press the OK
button. Use the printer's buttons to enter your network name.
4. Enter your wireless password using the control panel buttons.
Note: The network name and password are case sensitive. Be sure to correctly enter uppercase and lowercase letters, and numeric or special characters.
• To enter letters or symbols, press the up or down arrow buttons to scroll through characters, and press the right arrow button to select one.
• To enter numbers or change the case of letters, press the Stop button.
• To delete the previous character, press the left arrow button.
• To enter a space, press the right arrow button.
5. Press the OK button when you’re finished entering your password.
6. Confirm the displayed network settings and press the OK button to save them.
Note: If you need to change a setting, press the Back button.
7. If you want to print a network setup report, press the down arrow button, select Print connection report, and press the OK button. (Otherwise, press the OK button.)
If the network connection is successful, the Wi-Fi icon ( ) appears in the upper-right corner of the LCD screen.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup
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