Epson XP-452 User Guide
User's Guide
NPD5905-00 EN
User's Guide
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Trademarks
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trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
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Contents
Contents
Copyright
Trademarks
About This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals...................8
Using the Manual to Search for Information. . . . . . . 8
Marks and Symbols.........................9
Descriptions Used in this Manual..............10
Operating System References.................10
Important Instructions
Safety Instructions.........................11
Printer Advisories and Warnings.............. 12
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up/
Using the Printer........................12
Advisories and Warnings for Using the
Printer with a Wireless Connection...........13
Advisories and Warnings for Using Memory
Cards................................ 13
Advisories and Warnings for Using the LCD
Screen................................13
Protecting Your Personal Information...........13
Printer Basics
Part Names and Functions...................14
Control Panel............................ 16
Buttons...............................16
Guide to the LCD Screen..................17
Network Settings
Network Connection Types.................. 19
Wi-Fi Connection....................... 19
Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection.........19
Connecting to a Computer...................20
Connecting to a Smart Device................ 21
Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Printer..........21
Making Wi-Fi Settings Manually.............22
Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup. . . . 23
Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup
(WPS)................................24
Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP)
Connection Settings......................24
Making Advanced Network Setting...........25
Checking the Network Connection Status........26
Checking the Network Status Using Network
Icon................................. 26
Checking the Network Status from the
Control Panel.......................... 26
Printing a Network Connection Report........27
Printing a Network Status Sheet.............33
Replacing or Adding New Access Points.........34
Changing the Connection Method to a Computer. . 34
Disabling Wi-Fi from the Control Panel..........35
Disconnecting Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP)
connection from the Control Panel.............35
Restoring the Network Settings from the
Control Panel............................ 36
Loading Paper
Paper Handling Precautions..................37
Available Paper and Capacities................38
List of Paper Types.......................39
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed...........39
Placing Originals
Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass. . . . . . . . . . 43
How to Place Various Originals................44
Placing Photos for Copying................ 44
Placing Multiple Photos for Scanning at the
Same Time.............................44
Inserting a Memory Card
Supported Memory Cards................... 45
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card.........45
Printing
Printing from the Control Panel...............47
Printing Photos by Selecting from a Memory
Card.................................47
Printing Lined Paper, Calendars, Original
Writing Paper, and Original Greeting Cards. . . . 48
Printing Original Envelopes................49
Printing in Various Layouts................ 51
Printing from a Slideshow................. 51
DPOF Printing......................... 52
Menu Options for Print Photos Mode.........52
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Printing from a Computer...................53
Printing Basics - Windows.................53
Printing Basics - Mac OS.................. 55
Printing on 2-Sides (for Windows only). . . . . . . .57
Printing Several Pages on One Sheet..........58
Printing to Fit the Paper Size................59
Printing Multiple Files Together (for
Windows Only).........................61
Printing One Image on Multiple Sheets to
Create a Poster (for Windows Only)..........62
Printing Using Advanced Features........... 68
Printing Photos Using Epson Easy Photo Print. . 70
Printing from Smart Devices................. 71
Using Epson iPrint.......................71
Using AirPrint..........................73
Canceling Printing.........................73
Canceling Printing - Printer Button...........73
Canceling Printing - Windows.............. 74
Canceling Printing - Mac OS............... 74
Copying
Copying Basics........................... 75
Menu Options for Copy Mode.............. 75
Copying Photos...........................77
Menu Options for Copy/Restore Photos. . . . . . . 78
Temporarily Printing with Black Ink............98
Temporarily Printing with Black Ink - Windows 100
Temporarily Printing with Black Ink - Mac OS. .101
Conserving Black Ink when the Black Ink Is
Low (for Windows Only)................... 102
Maintaining the Printer
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head.........103
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head -
Control Panel..........................103
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head -
Windows.............................104
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head - Mac
OS..................................104
Aligning the Print Head....................105
Aligning the Print Head - Control Panel. . . . . . 105
Aligning the Print Head - Windows..........105
Aligning the Print Head - Mac OS...........106
Cleaning the Paper Path....................106
Cleaning the Scanner Glass..................107
Cleaning the Translucent Film............... 107
Saving Power............................109
Saving Power - Control Panel..............109
Saving Power - Windows..................110
Saving Power - Mac OS...................110
Scanning
Scanning Using the Control Panel..............79
Scanning to a Memory Card................79
Scanning to the Cloud....................79
Scanning to a Computer...................80
Scanning to a Computer (WSD).............81
Menu Options for Scanning................83
Scanning from a Computer...................83
Scanning Using Epson Scan 2...............83
Scanning from Smart Devices.................90
Installing Epson iPrint....................90
Scanning Using Epson iPrint............... 90
Replacing Ink Cartridges
Checking the Ink Levels.....................92
Checking the Ink Levels - Control Panel. . . . . . . 92
Checking the Ink Levels - Windows...........92
Checking the Ink Levels - Mac OS............92
Ink Cartridge Codes........................92
Ink Cartridge Handling Precautions............93
Replacing Ink Cartridges.................... 95
Menu Options for Setup Mode
Menu Options for Ink Levels.................111
Menu Options for Maintenance.............. 111
Menu Options for Printer Setup.............. 112
Paper Source Settings:................... 112
Quiet Mode:.......................... 112
Power O Timer:.......................112
Language:............................112
Sleep Timer:...........................112
Menu Options for Network Settings........... 112
Menu Options for Epson Connect Services......113
Menu Options for Google Cloud Print Services. . . 114
Menu Options for File Sharing Setup...........114
Menu Options for Firmware Update...........115
Menu Options for Restore Default Settings...... 115
Network Service and Software
Information
Epson Connect Service.....................116
Web Cong.............................116
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Running Web Cong on a Web Browser. . . . . . 117
Running Web Cong on Windows.......... 117
Running Web Cong on Mac OS............117
Windows Printer Driver....................118
Guide to Windows Printer Driver...........119
Making Operation Settings for the Windows
Printer Driver......................... 121
Mac OS Printer Driver.....................121
Guide to Mac OS Printer Driver............122
Making Operation Settings for the Mac OS
Printer Driver......................... 124
Epson Scan 2 (Scanner Driver)...............124
Epson Event Manager......................125
Epson Easy Photo Print....................125
E-Web Print (for Windows Only).............126
Easy Photo Scan..........................126
EPSON Soware Updater...................127
Uninstalling Applications...................127
Uninstalling Applications - Windows.........127
Uninstalling Applications - Mac OS..........128
Installing Applications.....................129
Updating Applications and Firmware.......... 129
Updating the Printer's Firmware using the
Control Panel..........................130
Solving Problems
Checking the Printer Status..................131
Checking Messages on the LCD Screen. . . . . . . 131
Checking the Printer Status - Windows.......132
Checking the Printer Status - Mac OS........132
Removing Jammed Paper...................132
Removing Jammed Paper from the Rear
Paper Feed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
Removing Jammed Paper from the Output Tray 133
Removing Jammed Paper from Inside the
Printer...............................133
Paper Does Not Feed Correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Paper Jams............................135
Paper Feeds at a Slant....................135
Several Sheets of Paper are Fed at a Time. . . . . . 136
Power and Control Panel Problems............136
Power Does Not Turn On.................136
Power Does Not Turn O.................136
LCD Screen Gets Dark...................136
Cannot Print from a Computer...............136
Checking the Connection (USB)............136
Checking the Connection (Network).........137
Checking the Soware and Data. . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Checking the Printer Status from the
Computer (Windows)....................140
Checking the Printer Status from the
Computer (Mac OS).....................140
When You Cannot Make Network Settings......141
Cannot Connect from Devices Even
Network Settings are No Problems.......... 141
Checking the SSID Connected to the Printer. . . 143
Checking the SSID for the Computer.........143
Cannot Print from an iPhone or iPad.......... 144
Printing is Paused........................ 144
Printout Problems........................144
Printout is Scued or Color is Missing........144
Banding or Unexpected Colors Appear.......145
Colored Banding Appears at Intervals of
Approximately 2.5 cm....................145
Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, or
Misalignment..........................146
Print Quality is Poor.....................146
Paper Is Smeared or Scued...............147
Printed Photos are Sticky.................148
Images or Photos are Printed in Unexpected
Colors...............................148
Colors Dier from What You See on the
Display..............................148
Cannot Print Without Margins.............148
Edges of the Image are Cropped During
Borderless Printing......................149
e Position, Size, or Margins of the Printout
Are Incorrect..........................149
Multiple Originals are Copied onto a Single
Sheet................................149
Printed Characters Are Incorrect or Garbled. . . 149
Printed Image Is Inverted..............150
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Mosaic-Like Patterns in the Prints...........150
Uneven Colors, Smears, Dots, or Straight
Lines Appear in the Copied Image...........150
Moiré (Cross-Hatch) Patterns Appear in the
Copied Image......................... 150
An Image of the Reverse Side of the Original
Appears in the Copied Image..............151
Printout Problem Could Not be Cleared. . . 151
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Other Printing Problems................... 151
Printing Is Too Slow.....................151
Printing Slows Down Dramatically During
Continuous Printing.....................152
Cannot Cancel Printing from a Computer
Running Mac OS X v10.6.8................152
Cannot Start Scanning.....................152
Cannot Start Scanning when Using the
Control Panel..........................153
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Scanned Image Problems...................153
Uneven Colors, Dirt, Spots, and so on Appear
when Scanning from the Scanner Glass.......153
e Image Quality Is Rough...............154
Oset Appears in the Background of Images. . . 154
Text is Blurred.........................154
Moiré Patterns (Web-Like Shadows) Appear. . . 155
Cannot Scan the Correct Area on the
Scanner Glass..........................155
Cannot Preview in umbnail............. 155
Text is Not Recognized Correctly when
Saving as a Searchable PDF................156
Cannot Solve Problems in the Scanned Image. . 156
Other Scanning Problems...................157
Scanning Is Too Slow....................157
Scanning Stops when Scanning to PDF/
Multi-TIFF........................... 157
Other Problems..........................157
Slight Electric Shock when Touching the
Printer...............................157
Operation Sounds Are Loud...............157
Cannot Save the Data to a Memory Card......158
Application Is Blocked by a Firewall (for
Windows Only)........................158
"?" Is Displayed on the Photo Selection Screen. . 158
Appendix
Te ch n i ca l
Printer Specications....................159
Scanner Specications...................160
Interface Specications...................160
Network Function List...................161
Wi-Fi Specications.....................161
Security Protocol.......................162
Supported ird Party Services.............162
External Storage Device Specications........162
Dimensions...........................163
Electrical Specications..................163
Environmental Specications..............164
System Requirements....................164
Regulatory Information....................165
Standards and Approvals for European Model. . 165
Restrictions on Copying..................165
Transporting the Printer....................165
Accessing a Memory Card From a Computer. . . . .167
Where to Get Help........................168
Technical Support Web Site................168
Contacting Epson Support................168
Specications
....................159
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About This Manual
About This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals
e following manuals are supplied with your Epson printer. As well as the manuals, check the various types of
help information available from the printer itself or from the Epson soware applications.
❏ Start Here (paper manual)
Provides you with information on setting up the printer, installing the soware, using the printer, solving
problems, and so on.
❏ User's Guide (digital manual)
is manual. Provides overall information and instructions on using the printer, on network settings when
using the printer on a network, and on solving problems.
You can obtain the latest versions of the above manuals with the following methods.
❏ Paper manual
Visit the Epson Europe support website at http://www.epson.eu/Support, or the Epson worldwide support
website at http://support.epson.net/.
❏ Digital manual
Start EPSON Soware Updater on your computer. EPSON Soware Updater checks for available updates of
Epson soware applications and the digital manuals, and allows you to download the latest ones.
Related Information
“EPSON
&
Soware
Updater” on page 127
Using the Manual to Search for Information
e PDF manual allows you to search for information you are looking for by keyword, or jump directly to specic
sections using the bookmarks. You can also print only the pages you need. is section explains how to use a PDF
manual that has been opened in Adobe Reader X on your computer.
Searching by keyword
Click Edit > Advanced Search. Enter the keyword (text) for information you want to
and then click Search. Hits are displayed as a list. Click one of the displayed hits to jump to that page.
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Jumping directly from bookmarks
Click a title to jump to that page. Click + or > to view the lower level titles in that section. To return to the previous
page, perform the following operation on your keyboard.
❏ Wi n d o w s : Ho ld down Alt, and then press ←.
❏ Mac OS: Hold down the command key, and then press ←.
Printing only the pages you need
You can extract and print only the pages you need. Click Print in the File menu, and then specify the pages you
want to print in Pages in Pages to Print.
❏ To specify a series of pages, enter a hyphen between the start page and the end page.
Example: 20-25
❏ To specify pages that are not in series, divide the pages with commas.
Example: 5, 10, 15
Marks and Symbols
Caution:
!
Instructions that must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Important:
c
Instructions that must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note:
Provides complementary and reference information.
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Related Information
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About This Manual
Links to related sections.
Descriptions Used in this Manual
❏ Screenshots of the printer driver and the Epson Scan 2 (scanner driver) screens are from Windows 10 or macOS
High Sierra. e content displayed on the screens varies depending on the model and situation.
❏ Illustrations of the printer used in this manual are examples only. Although there may be slight
depending on the model, the method of operation is the same.
❏ Some of the menu items on the LCD screen vary depending on the model and settings.
dierences
Operating System References
Windows
In this manual, terms such as "Windows 10", "Windows 8.1", "Windows 8", "Windows 7", "Windows Vista", and
"Windows XP" refer to the following operating systems. Additionally, "Windows" is used to refer to all versions.
❏
Microso
❏ Microso
❏ Microso
❏
Microso
❏ Microso
❏ Microso
❏ Microso
Wi n d o w s® 10 operating system
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Wi n d o w s® 8.1 operating system
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Wi n d o w s® 8 operating system
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Wi n d o w s® 7 operating system
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Wi n d o w s Vis ta® operating system
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Wi n d o w s® XP operating system
®
Wi n d o w s® XP Professional x64 Edition operating system
®
Mac OS
In this manual, "Mac OS" is used to refer to macOS High Sierra, macOS Sierra, OS X El Capitan, OS X Yosemite,
OS X Mavericks, OS X Mountain Lion, Mac OS X v10.7.x, and Mac OS X v10.6.8.
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Important Instructions
Important Instructions
Safety Instructions
Read and follow these instructions to ensure safe use of this printer. Make sure you keep this manual for future
reference. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
❏ Some of the symbols used on your printer are to ensure safety and proper use of the printer. Visit the following
Web site to learn the meaning of the symbols.
http://support.epson.net/symbols
❏ Use only the power cord supplied with the printer and do not use the cord with any other equipment. Use of
other cords with this printer or the use of the supplied power cord with other equipment may result in re or
electric shock.
❏ Be sure your AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standard.
❏ Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the power cord, plug, printer unit, scanner unit, or options by
yourself, except as specically explained in the printer's manuals.
❏ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualied service personnel under the following conditions:
e power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer; the printer has been dropped or the casing
damaged; the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Do not adjust
controls that are not covered by the operating instructions.
❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.
❏ Do not place or store the printer outdoors, near excessive dirt or dust, water, heat sources, or in locations
subject to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity.
❏ Take care not to spill liquid on the printer and not to handle the printer with wet hands.
❏ Keep the printer at least 22 cm away from cardiac pacemakers. Radio waves from this printer may adversely
aect the operation of cardiac pacemakers.
❏ If the LCD screen is damaged, contact your dealer. If the liquid crystal solution gets on your hands, wash them
thoroughly with soap and water. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your eyes, ush them immediately with
water. If discomfort or vision problems remain aer a thorough ushing, see a doctor immediately.
❏ Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges, as there may be some ink around the ink supply port.
❏ If ink gets on your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water.
❏ If ink gets into your eyes, ush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems continue aer
a thorough ushing, see a doctor immediately.
❏ If ink gets into your mouth, see a doctor right away.
❏ Do not disassemble the ink cartridge; otherwise ink may get into your eyes or on your skin.
❏ Do not shake ink cartridges too vigorously and do not drop them. Also, be careful not to squeeze them or tear
their labels. Doing so may cause ink leakage.
❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.
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Important Instructions
Printer Advisories and Warnings
Read and follow these instructions to avoid damaging the printer or your property. Make sure you keep this
manual for future reference.
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up/Using the Printer
❏ Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the printer.
❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer's label.
❏ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and o.
❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers.
❏ Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as
loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.
❏ e power-supply cords should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place
objects on top of the power-supply cords and do not allow the power-supply cords to be stepped on or run over.
Be particularly careful to keep all the power-supply cords straight at the ends and the points where they enter
and leave the transformer.
❏ If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into
the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of all
devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating.
❏ If you plan to use the printer in Germany, the building installation must be protected by a 10 or 16 amp circuit
breaker to provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current protection for the printer.
❏ When connecting the printer to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the correct orientation of the
connectors. Each connector has only one correct orientation. Inserting a connector in the wrong orientation
may damage both devices connected by the cable.
❏ Place the printer on a
will not operate properly if it is tilted at an angle.
❏ When storing or transporting the printer, avoid tilting it, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down;
otherwise ink may leak.
❏ Allow space above the printer so that you can fully raise the document cover.
❏ Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be fully ejected.
❏ Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also, keep the printer away from direct
sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
stable surface that extends beyond the base of the printer in all directions. e printer
at,
❏ Do not insert objects through the slots in the printer.
❏ Do not put your hand inside the printer during printing.
❏ Do not touch the white at cable inside the printer.
❏ Do not use aerosol products that contain
❏ Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may damage the printer.
❏ Be careful not to trap your ngers when closing the scanner unit.
❏ Do not press too hard on the scanner glass when placing the originals.
❏ Always turn the printer o using the
P
until the
light stops
ashing.
ammable
P
button. Do not unplug the printer or turn o the power at the outlet
gases inside or around the printer. Doing so may cause
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Important Instructions
❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure that the print head is in the home (far right) position and the ink
cartridges are in place.
❏ If you are not going to use the printer for a long period, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
Advisories and Warnings for Using the Printer with a Wireless Connection
❏ Radio waves from this printer may negatively aect the operation of medical electronic equipment, causing
them to malfunction. When using this printer inside medical facilities or near medical equipment, follow
directions from the authorized personnel representing the medical facilities, and follow all posted warnings and
directions on the medical equipment.
❏ Radio waves from this printer may negatively aect the operation of automatically controlled devices such as
automatic doors or re alarms, and could lead to accidents due to malfunction. When using this printer near
automatically controlled devices, follow all posted warnings and directions on these devices.
Advisories and Warnings for Using Memory Cards
❏ Do not remove a memory card or turn o the printer while the memory card light is ashing.
❏ e methods for using memory cards vary according to card type. Be sure to refer to the manual packaged with
your memory card for details.
❏ Use only memory cards compatible with the printer.
Related Information
“Supported Memory Card
&
Specications
” on page 162
Advisories and Warnings for Using the LCD Screen
❏ e LCD screen may contain a few small bright or dark spots, and because of its features it may have an uneven
brightness. ese are normal and do not indicate that it is damaged in any way.
❏ Only use a dry,
❏ e exterior cover of the LCD screen could break if it receives a heavy impact. Contact your dealer if the
screen's surface chips or cracks, and do not touch or attempt to remove the broken pieces.
cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or chemical cleaners.
so
Protecting Your Personal Information
When you give the printer to someone else or dispose of it, erase all the personal information stored in the printer's
memory by selecting Setup > Restore Default Settings > All Settings on the control panel.
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Printer Basics
Printer Basics
Part Names and Functions
Edge guide Feeds the paper straight into the printer. Slide to the edges of the paper.
A
Rear paper feed Loads paper.
B
Paper support Supports loaded paper.
C
Feeder guard Prevents foreign substance from entering the printer. Usually keep this guard
D
closed.
Output tray Holds the ejected paper. Before printing, raise the stopper to prevent the
E
ejected paper from falling o the tray.
Control panel Operates the printer.
F
B
A
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Memory card slot Insert a memory card.
A
Ink cartridge holder Install the ink cartridges. Ink is ejected from the print head nozzles underneath.
B
Printer Basics
Document cover Blocks external light while scanning.
A
Scanner glass Place the originals.
B
Scanner unit Scans placed originals. Open when replacing ink cartridges or removing
C
jammed paper inside the printer.
A
B
AC inlet Connects the power cord.
A
USB port Connects a USB cable.
B
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Control Panel
You can change the angle of the control panel.
To lower the control panel, squeeze the lever on the back of the panel as shown below.
Buttons
A
B
C
Turns the printer on or o.
Do not turn o while the power light is ashing (while the printer is operating or processing
data).
Unplug the power cord when the power light is o.
Displays the home screen.
Returns to the previous screen.
D
E
F
G
u d l r
OK Use the u d l r buttons to select a menu, and press the OK button to run the selected menu.
Selects the number of pages to print.
Stops the current operation.
Starts an operation such as printing or copying.
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Guide to the LCD Screen
Menus and messages are displayed on the LCD screen. Select a menu or setting by pressing the u d l r buttons.
Guide to the Home Screen
e following icons and menus are displayed on the home screen.
Icons that show the network status are displayed. You can learn the meaning of the icons in the Help menu. Enter
A
Help from the home screen using the
d
button, and then press the OK button.
Function icons and names are displayed as mode icons.
B
Copy
Print Photos
Scan
More Functions
Quiet Mode
Setup
Help Displays help information on basic operations, meaning of the icons displayed on the LCD
Enters Copy mode that allows you to copy a document.
Enters Print Photos mode that allows you to print photos on your memory card.
Enters Scan mode that allows you to scan a document or a photo.
Enters More Functions mode that oers you various printing functions such as copying
photos and printing original ruled paper or calendars using the photos on your memory card.
Displays Quiet Mode setting that allows you to reduce the noise the printer makes. However,
enabling this may reduce print speed. Depending on the paper type and print quality settings
you selected, there may be no dierence in the printer's noise level.
This is a shortcut to the following menu.
Setup > Printer Setup > Quiet Mode
Enters Setup mode that allows you to make maintenance, printer setup, and network settings.
screen, and troubleshooting information.
l
or r button, and then press the OK button. Select Icon List using the u or
Wi-Fi Setup Displays menus that allow you to set up the printer for use on a wireless network. This is a
shortcut to the following menu.
Setup > Network Settings > Wi-Fi Setup
C
When l and r are displayed, you can scroll right or left.
Available buttons are displayed. In this example, you can proceed to the selected menu by pressing the OK button.
D
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Entering Characters
To enter characters and symbols for network settings from the control panel, use the u, d, l, and r buttons and
the soware keyboard on the LCD screen. Press the
u, d, l
button on the keyboard, and then press the OK button to conrm. When you have nished entering characters,
highlight Done, and then press the OK button.
e displayed screen varies depending on the settings items. e following is the screen for entering the password
for your Wi-Fi network.
, or r button to highlight a character or function
Icons Descriptions
AB12 Changes letters to uppercase.
ab12 Changes letters to lowercase.
Symbol Displays symbols.
l r
Space Enters a space to the right of the cursor.
Done Closes the software keyboard screen and displays a conrmation screen, or moves to the next screen.
Moves the cursor to the left or right.
Deletes a character to the left (backspace).
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Network Settings
Network Connection Types
You can use the following connection methods.
Wi-Fi Connection
Connect the printer and the computer or smart device to the access point. is is the typical connection method
for home or oce networks where computers are connected by Wi-Fi through the access point.
Related Information
& “Connecting to a Computer” on page 20
& “Connecting to a Smart Device” on page 21
& “Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Printer” on page 21
Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection
Use this connection method when you are not using Wi-Fi at home or at the oce, or when you want to connect
the printer and the computer or smart device directly. In this mode, the printer acts as an access point and you can
connect up to four devices to the printer without having to use a standard access point. However, devices directly
connected to the printer cannot communicate with each other through the printer.
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Note:
Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection is a connection method designed to replace Ad Hoc mode.
e printer can be connected by Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection simultaneously. However, if you
start a network connection in Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection when the printer is connected by Wi-Fi, the
Wi-Fi is temporarily disconnected.
Related Information
& “Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection Settings” on page 24
Connecting to a Computer
We recommend using the installer to connect the printer to a computer. You can run the installer using one of the
following methods.
❏ Setting up from the website
Access the following website, and then enter the product name. Go to Setup, and then start setting up.
http://epson.sn
❏ Setting up using the
with disc drives.)
Insert the soware disc into the computer, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Selecting the Connection Methods
Follow the on-screen instructions until the following screen is displayed, and then select the connection method of
the printer to the computer.
soware
disc (only for the models that come with a
soware
disc and users with computers
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Select the connection type and then click Next.
Network Settings
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Connecting to a Smart Device
You can use the printer from a smart device when you connect the printer to the same Wi-Fi network (SSID) as the
smart device. To use the printer from a smart device, set up from the following website. Access to the website from
the smart device that you want to connect to the printer.
http://epson.sn > Setup
Note:
If you want to connect a computer and a smart device to the printer at the same time, we recommend connecting the
computer
rst.
Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Printer
You can make network settings from the printer's control panel in several ways. Choose the connection method
that matches the environment and conditions that you are using.
If you know the information for the access point such as SSID and password, you can make settings manually.
If the access point supports WPS, you can make settings by using push button setup.
Aer connecting the printer to the network, connect to the printer from the device that you want to use (computer,
smart device, tablet, and so on.)
Make advanced network settings to use a static IP address.
Related Information
& “Making Wi-Fi Settings Manually” on page 22
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& “Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup” on page 23
& “Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup (WPS)” on page 24
& “Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection Settings” on page 24
& “Making Advanced Network Setting” on page 25
Making Wi-Fi Settings Manually
You can manually set up the information necessary to connect to an access point from the printer's control panel.
To set up manually, you need the SSID and password for an access point.
Note:
If you are using an access point with its default settings, the SSID and password are on the label. If you do not know the SSID
and password, contact the person who set up the access point, or see the documentation provided with the access point.
1.
Select Wi-Fi S e tu p on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
2. Select Wi-Fi (Recommended), and then press the OK button.
3. Press the OK button.
4. Select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard, and then press the OK button.
5. Select the SSID for the access point from printer's control panel, and then press the OK button.
Note:
❏ If the SSID you want to connect to is not displayed on the printer's control panel, select Search Again to update the
list. If it is still not displayed, select Other SSIDs, and then enter the SSID directly.
❏ If you do not know the SSID, check if it is written on the label of the access point. If you are using the access point
with its default settings, use the SSID written on the label.
6. Enter the password, and then select Done. Press the OK button.
Note:
❏ e password is case-sensitive.
❏ If you do not know the password, check if it is written on the label of the access point. If you are using the access point
with its default settings, use the password written on the label. e password may also be called a "Key", a
"Passphrase", and so on.
❏ If you do not know the password for the access point, see the documentation provided with the access point, or
contact the person who set it up.
7. Check the settings, and then press the OK button.
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8. Select whether or not you print a network connection report aer nishing the settings.
Note:
If you fail to connect, load papers, and then press the
Related Information
& “Entering Characters” on page 18
& “Checking the Network Connection Status” on page 26
& “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 141
button to print a network connection report.
Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup
You can automatically set up a Wi-Fi network by pressing a button on the access point. If the following conditions
are met, you can set up by using this method.
❏
access point is compatible with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).
e
❏ e current Wi-Fi connection was established by pressing a button on the access point.
Note:
If you cannot nd the button or you are setting up using the soware, see the documentation provided with the access point.
1. Select Wi - F i S etup on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
2. Select Wi-Fi (Recommended), and then press the OK button.
3. Press the OK button.
4. Select Push Button Setup (WPS), and then press the OK button.
5. Hold down the [WPS] button on the access point until the security light ashes.
If you do not know where the [WPS] button is, or there are no buttons on the access point, see the
documentation provided with your access point for details.
6. Press the OK button on the printer's control panel. Follow the on-screen instruction hereaer.
Note:
If connection fails, restart the access point, move it closer to the printer, and try again. If it still does not work, print a
network connection report and check the solution.
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Related Information
& “Checking the Network Connection Status” on page 26
& “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 141
Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup (WPS)
You can connect to an access point by using a PIN code. You can use this method to set up if an access point is
capable of WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Use a computer to enter a PIN code into the access point.
1. Select Setup on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
2. Select Network Settings and then press the OK button.
3.
Select Wi-Fi S e tu p on the home screen and then press the OK button.
4. Select PIN Code Setup (WPS) and then press the OK button.
5. Use your computer to enter the PIN code (an eight digit number) displayed on the printer's control panel into
the access point within two minutes.
Note:
See the documentation provided with your access point for details on entering a PIN code.
6. Press the OK button.
Setup is complete when the setup completion message is displayed.
Note:
If connection fails, restart the access point, move it closer to the printer, and try again. If it still does not work, print a
connection report and check the solution.
Related Information
& “Checking the Network Connection Status” on page 26
& “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 141
Making Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Connection Settings
is method allows you to connect the printer directly to computer or smart devices without an access point. e
printer acts as an access point.
Important:
c
When you connect from a computer or smart device to the printer using the Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection,
the printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network (SSID) as the computer or smart device and the communication
is established between them. Since the computer or smart device is automatically connected to the other connectable
Wi-Fi network if the printer is turned
turned on. Connect to the printer's SSID for Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection from the computer or smart
device again. If you do not want to connect every time you turn the printer on or o, we recommend using Wi-Fi
network by connecting the printer to an access point.
1.
Select Wi-Fi S e tu p on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
it is not connected to the previous Wi-Fi network again if the printer is
o,
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2. Select Wi - F i D irec t , and then press the OK button.
3. Press the OK button.
4.
Press the OK button to start the setup.
5. Press the OK button.
6. Check the SSID and password displayed on the printer's control panel. On the network connection screen of
the computer or smart device, select the SSID shown on the printer's control panel to connect.
7. Enter the password displayed on the printer's control panel on the computer or smart device.
8.
Aer the connection is established, press the OK button on the printer's control panel.
9. Press the OK button.
Related Information
& “Checking the Network Connection Status” on page 26
& “When You Cannot Make Network Settings” on page 141
Making Advanced Network Setting
You can change the network device name, TCP/IP setup, DNS server and so on. Check your network environment
before making changes.
1. Select Setup on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
2.
Select Network Settings, and then press the OK button.
3.
Select Manual Network Setup, and then press the OK button.
4. Enter the device name.
You can enter the following characters. To x the device name, move the cursor on the Done, and then press
the OK button.
❏ Character limits: 2 to 15 (you must enter at least 2 characters)
❏ Usable characters: A to Z, a to z, 0 to 9, -.
❏ Characters you cannot use at the top: 0 to 9, -.
❏ Characters you cannot use at the bottom: -
Note:
If you press the OK button without entering the device name, the default device name (EPSON and the last six digits of
the device's MAC address) are set.
5. Select the method for acquiring the IP address (TCP/IP Setup).
❏ Auto
Select when you are using an access point at home or you are allowing the IP address to be acquired
automatically by DHCP.
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❏ Manual
Select when you do not want the device's IP address to be changed. Enter the IP address, subnet mask,
default gateway, primary DNS server, and secondary DNS server according to your network environment.
Press the OK button, and go to step 7.
6. Select the method for setting the DNS server.
❏ Auto
Select when you want to acquire the IP address automatically.
❏ Manual
Select when you want to set a unique DNS server address to the device. Enter the addresses for the primary
DNS server and the secondary DNS server.
7. Select whether or not to use a proxy server.
❏ Do Not Use
Select when you are using the printer in a home network environment.
Network Settings
❏ Us e
Select when you are using a proxy server in your network environment and you want to set it to the printer.
Enter the proxy server address and port number.
8. Check the settings and press the OK button.
A message is displayed on the LCD screen when the network settings are complete, and you are returned to
the home screen aer a short period of time.
Checking the Network Connection Status
You can check the network connection status in the following way.
Checking the Network Status Using Network Icon
You can check the network connection status using the network icon on the printer's home screen. e icon
changes depending on the connection type and strength of the radio wave. For more information, select Help >
Icon List on the printer's control panel.
Checking the Network Status from the Control Panel
You can also view other network-related information by pressing the network menus you want to check.
1. Select Setup on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
2. Select Network Settings, and then press the OK button.
3. Select Network Status, and then press the OK button.
Displays the Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connection status. You can check if the printer is connected
to the network, or how many devices are connected when the printer is connected by Wi-Fi Direct (Simple
AP) connection.
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4. To check other information, press the l or r button and then select the menus that you want to check.
❏ Wi -Fi Status
Displays the network information (Obtain IP Address, Default Gateway, DNS Server Setup Mode and so
on) for Wi-Fi connections.
❏ Wi-Fi Direct Status
Displays the network information (Obtain IP Address, the number of connected devices, Default Gateway
and so on) for Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) connections.
❏ Epson Connect Status
Displays the registered information for Epson Connect services.
❏ Google Cloud Print Status
Displays the registered information for Google Cloud Print services and the connection status.
❏ Print Status Sheet
Make sure that papers are set to the printer, then press the
x
button to print a network status sheet.
Printing a Network Connection Report
You can print a network connection report to check the status between the printer and the access point.
1. Load papers.
2.
Select Setup on the home screen, and then press the OK button.
3. Select Network Settings, and then press the OK button.
4. Select Connection Check, and then press the OK button.
connection check starts.
e
5. Select Ye s , and then press the OK button.
6. Press the
If an error has occurred, check the network connection report, and then follow the printed solutions.
x
button to print the network connection report.
Related Information
& “Messages and Solutions on the Network Connection Report” on page 28
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Messages and Solutions on the Network Connection Report
Check the messages and error codes on the network connection report, and then follow the solutions.
a. Error code
b. Messages on the Network Environment
Related Information
& “E-1” on page 29
& “E-2, E-3, E-7” on page 29
& “E-5” on page 30
& “E-6” on page 30
& “E-8” on page 31
& “E-9” on page 31
“E-10” on page 31
&
“E-11” on page 32
&
“E-12” on page 32
&
“E-13” on page 33
&
“Message on the Network Environment” on page 33
&
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E-1
Message:
Conrm that the network cable is connected and network devices such as hub, router, or access point are turned
on.
Solutions:
❏ Make sure the Ethernet cable is securely connected to your printer and to your hub or other network device.
❏ Make sure your hub or other network device is turned on.
❏ If you want to connect the printer by Wi-Fi, make Wi-Fi settings for the printer again because it is disabled.
E-2, E-3, E-7
Message:
No wireless network names (SSID) found. Conrm that the router/access point is turned on and the wireless
network (SSID) is set up correctly. Contact your network administrator for assistance.
No wireless network names (SSID) found.
connect is set up correctly. Contact your network administrator for assistance.
Entered security key/password does not match the one set for your router/access point. Conrm security key/
password. Contact your network administrator for assistance.
Solutions:
❏ Make sure your access point is turned on.
❏ Conrm that your computer or device is connected correctly to the access point.
❏ Turn o the access point. Wait for about 10 seconds, and then turn it on.
❏ Place the printer closer to your access point and remove any obstacles between them.
❏ If you have entered the SSID manually, check if it is correct. Check the SSID from the Network Status part on
the network connection report.
❏ If an access point has multiple SSIDs, select the SSID that is displayed. When the SSID is using a non-compliant
frequency, the printer does not display them.
❏ If you are using push button setup to establish a network connection, make sure your access point supports
WPS. You cannot use push button setup if your access point does not support WPS.
❏ Makes sure your SSID uses only ASCII characters (alphanumeric characters and symbols). e printer cannot
display an SSID that contains non-ASCII characters.
Conrm
that the wireless network name (SSID) of the PC you wish to
❏ Makes sure you know your SSID and password before connecting to the access point. If you are using an access
point with its default settings, the SSID and password are located on a label on the access point. If you do not
know your SSID and password, contact the person who set up the access point, or see the documentation
provided with the access point.
❏ If you are connecting to an SSID generated from a tethering smart device, check for the SSID and password in
the documentation provided with the smart device.
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❏ If your Wi-Fi connection suddenly disconnects, check for the conditions below. If any of these conditions are
applicable, reset your network settings by downloading and running the
soware
from the following website.
http://epson.sn > Setup
❏ Another smart device was added to the network using push button setup.
❏ e Wi-Fi network was set up using any method other than push button setup.
E-5
Message:
Security mode (e.g. WEP, WPA) does not match the current setting of the printer. Conrm security mode. Contact
your network administrator for assistance.
Solutions:
Make sure the access point's security type is set to one of the following. If it is not, change the security type on the
access point, and then reset the printer's network settings.
❏ WEP-64 bit (40 bit)
❏ WEP-128 bit (104 bit)
❏ WPA PSK (TKIP/AES)
❏ WPA2 PSK (TKIP/AES)
*
*
❏ WPA (TKIP/AES)
❏ WPA2 (TKIP/AES)
* WPA PSK is also known as WPA Personal. WPA2 PSK is also known as WPA2 Personal.
E-6
Message:
MAC address of your printer may be ltered. Check whether your router/access point has restrictions such as
MAC address ltering. See the documentation of the router/access point or contact your network administrator for
assistance.
Solutions:
❏ Check if MAC address ltering is disabled. If it is enabled, register the printer's MAC address so that it is not
ltered.
address from the Network Status part on the network connection report.
See the documentation provided with the access point for details. You can check the printer's MAC
❏ If your access point is using shared authentication with WEP security, make sure the authentication key and
index are correct.
❏ If the number of connectable devices on the access point is less than the number of network devices that you
want to connect, make settings on the access point to increase the number of connectable devices. See the
documentation provided with the access point to make settings.
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