Kodak ESP 7 ALL-IN-ONE PRINTER, ESP 7 User Manual

All-in-One Printer

7

User Guide

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Eastman Kodak Company

Rochester, New York 14650

© Eastman Kodak Company, 2008

Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under
license.

©1989-2007 I.R.I.S. (Image Recognition Integrated Systems), All Rights Reserved

P/N 1K3279 C

October 2008

Table of Contents

1. Getting Help 1

Help menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Getting answers to frequently-asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Contacting Kodak Customer Service & Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Support at Kodak.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2. Printer Overview 3

All-in-One printer features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Major components of the ESP 7 All-in-One printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Support for connecting digital memory devices to the printer . . . . . . . . . . 5

Memory card slots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Memory cards supported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

USB host port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Control panel layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

LCD screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using the control panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Adjusting the control panel position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using the 4-way navigation buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using the OK button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Using the Menu button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Using the Zoom buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Using the Start button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using the Cancel button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using the on-screen keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using the All-in-One printer menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Menu layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Status lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

All-in-One printer Home Center software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Home Center for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Home Center for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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3. Setting Up Your Printer 21

Selecting a printer location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Configuring printer settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Configuring basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Printer settings options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Setting your Kodak printer as the default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

For Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

For Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

For Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Configuring network settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Networking resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Configuring an Ethernet network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Ethernet setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Configuring a wireless network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

What you need to know before you connect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Configuring basic wireless (Wi-Fi) settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Network Settings options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Wi-Fi setup wizard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Connecting to a listed network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Connecting to an unlisted network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Scanning for Wireless Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Setting up an IP address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

To obtain the IP Address on a Windows operating system:. . . . 29

To obtain IP Address on a Macintosh operating system: . . . . . . 29

Verifying network configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Printing network configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Installing your printer on additional computers on the same network .30

For Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

For Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Switching the printer connection type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

For Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

USB to Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

USB to Ethernet setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Wi-Fi to Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Ethernet to Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

For Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

USB to Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

USB to Ethernet Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Wi-Fi to Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Ethernet to Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

4. Handling Paper 35

Handling paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Loading the paper trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Things to keep in mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Loading plain paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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Loading photo paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Loading envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Loading legal size paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Loading originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Loading an original for copying or scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

5. Viewing and Printing Photos 41

Viewing photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Configuring photo print settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Print Photos Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Printing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Printing photos from a PictBridge camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Printing photos from non–PictBridge digital cameras, memory

cards, and USB flash drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Printing tagged images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Printing from a Bluetooth–enabled device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Printing multiple photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Printing panoramic photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Zooming and cropping photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Transferring images to a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Transferring images to a Windows computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Transferring images to a Macintosh computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

6. Copying 51

Simple copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Adjusting copy settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Copy Document Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Copy Photo Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

7. Scanning 55

Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Simple scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Simple document scans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Simple image scans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Scanning multiple originals simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Adjusting scan settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Scan options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

8. Maintaining Your Printer 59

General care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Cleaning the scanner glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Cleaning the scanner lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Monitoring and adjusting the printer's performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Maintenance Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Replacing ink cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Replacing the printhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

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9. Troubleshooting 71

Upgrading the printer software - for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Upgrading the printer software - for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Troubleshooting “quick start”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

General troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Printer fails to power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Device not recognized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Ink cartridge not recognized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Multiple paper feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Multiple pictures not scanned properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

No communication with computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

No paper feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

One or more of the colors on the calibration sheet is missing . . . . . . . . . . 75

Paper jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Printer not responding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Transfer pictures failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

User guide on the CD is obsolete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Wrong paper size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Macintosh OS X troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Non-intel Mac only: black screen or screen freeze occurs when

applying printer settings via the Home Center software . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Windows Vista troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

WIA (Windows Image Acquisition) error: service has

stopped working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Home Center software on Windows works incorrectly following

software upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Print troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Envelope printing incorrect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Multiple-page document not printing in first-page-first order

(Macintosh only)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

PictBridge camera not detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Picture cropped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Picture print smudged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Picture will not print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Poor print quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Print skewed or slanted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Print spotted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Print too dark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Print too light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Printing slow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Printing stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

White edges on borderless prints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Copy troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Copy cut off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Scan troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

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Scan fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Scanned image blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Network troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Wired network troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Computer unable to detect the All-in-One printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

No TCP/IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Printer not found. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

No IP address with cable modem (without a router) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Wireless troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

No SSID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Weak signal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Cannot connect to network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Unsupported authentication or encryption type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Invalid WEP Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Invalid WPA Passphrase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Another device connected to the access point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

10. Product and Safety Specifications 95

Print Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Photo Printing Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Copy Document Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Copy Photo Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Scanning Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Paper Tray Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Ink Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Connectivity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Software Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Windows PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Papers Supported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Paper Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Paper Sizes for PC and Macintosh computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Safety Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Regulatory Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

FCC Compliance and Advisory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

FCC and Industry Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

IC Radiation Exposure Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Canadian DOC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

German Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

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Table of Contents

A. Glossary 105

B. If you need to call Customer Support 111

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Index 113

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Getting Help

This user guide helps you learn to operate your All-in-One printer from the control panel.
Kodak also provides online help in the Home Center software installed when you set up
your printer, and helpful information about common tasks from the LCD screen on the
printer control panel.

Help menu

Note: Home Center software must be open on your computer to access its help.

Note: The “Start Here” booklet that came in the printer box provides instructions

for setting up and configuring this All-in-One printer.

You can get instructions for performing the following tasks from the menu displayed on the
LCD screen.

Help menu options

Install Ink Cartridges

Copy a Document

Copy a Photo

Print a Photo

Scan a Document

Scan a Photo

Wi-Fi Setup

To display Help menu information on the LCD screen:

1 From the printer control panel, press

2 Press

3 As needed, press

4 Follow the prompts on the LCD screen to view the available information.

 until Help is the highlighted option on the Main menu, and then press OK.

 until the desired option is highlighted, and then press OK.

Menu.

Tip: Press  and as needed to scroll up and down to see all the available

information.

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Getting Help

Getting answers to frequently-asked questions

See “Troubleshooting” on page 71 for help resolving a number of issues about printing,
copying, scanning, and configuring the wireless service on your printer.

Contacting Kodak Customer Service & Support

Kodak provides several resources to help you answer questions about your printer.

Support at Kodak.com

Support Description Internet Address

All-in-One
printer
support

Software View online tutorials for using Home

Wi-Fi and
Ethernet

Support Center home page www.kodak.com/go/support

Get support for your product (FAQs,
troubleshooting information, etc.).

Tip: Print a test page before

contacting Kodak support (
you need to call Customer Support”
on page 111).

Purchase a full range of digital
camera and printer accessories.

Download latest printer software,
firmware, drivers, setup booklet, and
user guide for your printer.

Center software (Windows only).

Get information on Kodak EasyShare
software.

Get help with the Windows operating
system and working with digital
images.

Get help with the Wi-Fi and Ethernet. www.kodak.com/go/inkjetnetworking

see ““If

www.kodak.com

www.kodak.com/go/accessories

www.kodak.com/go/downloads

www.kodak.com/go/howto

www.kodak.com/go/easysharesw

www.kodak.com/go/pcbasics

Other

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Learn ways to use your
printer to create fun and memorable
projects

Register your printer. www.kodak.com/go/register

Locate Telephone Customer Support
numbers in various countries

All-in-One

www.kodak.com/eknec

and then click the Tips & Projects

Center

tab on the page

www.kodak.com/go/dfiswwcontacts

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Printer Overview

The Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One printer allows you to print, copy, and scan images and
documents. Although many functions can be operated directly from the control panel, you
may also print, store, and manage digital images from a Windows or Macintosh computer
connected to the printer via Kodak’s All-in-One printer Home Center software, which
installs during the printer setup process. In addition, this printer supports networking,
allowing you to access the printer over a wireless (Wi-Fi) or wired (Ethernet) network.

All-in-One printer features

This printer includes:

• A printhead system with two Kodak high-quality pigmented ink cartridges

• An integrated printing accessory that produces two-sided printing from a connected

computer

• A bottom paper tray that supports multiple media, including A4, Letter, Legal, 8x10, 5x7

4x6, 4x7, and 4x12 paper, transparencies, and envelopes

• A top paper tray that supports 4x6, 4x7, and 5x7 photo paper and engages and

disengages automatically

• A scanner capable of scanning up to A4 (length) and Letter-width originals

• Multi-format memory card support

• A Universal Serial Bus (USB) host port on the front of the printer for connecting a

variety of external devices to the printer, including Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP)
enabled digital cameras, USB flash (“thumb”) drives, and Kodak Bluetooth USB 2.0
adapters (“dongles”)

• A client USB device port on the back of the printer, for connecting the printer to host

Windows or Macintosh computers

• Energy-saving low power mode

• Networking capability, including wireless (Wi-Fi) and wired (Ethernet)

• A control panel with push buttons, light indicators, and a 3-inch LCD screen

• One network (Ethernet) port

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Printer Overview

Major components of the ESP 7 All-in-One printer

The graphics below show the main components of the printer.

Number Component name

1 Scanner lid

2 LCD display

3 Top paper tray

4 Bottom paper tray extender tab

5 Bottom paper tray

6 Paper-edge guide

7 Paper output tray

8 USB host port

9 Memory card slots

10 Control panel

11 Recessed handle for printer access door

12 Power cord connection port

13 Ports for connecting printer to the computer or Ethernet

14 Two-sided printing accessory

15 Scanner glass

16 Paper output tray extender

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Number Component name

17 Rear-access cleanout area

18 Printer access door

19 Printhead

Support for connecting digital memory devices to the printer

Your All-in-One printer allows you to connect both digital camera memory cards and USB­connected devices for previewing and printing. You can also transfer photos and document
files to your connected computer.

Caution: Connect only one external memory device to your printer at a time. If

both memory card slots, or any memory card slot and the host USB port have a
device connected to them simultaneously, the printer cannot access the photos
or documents contained on any of them. If your printer cannot recognize a device
you have connected to it, make sure that only one device is connected at a time.

Memory card slots

Chapter 2

Although this All-in-One printer has two card slots, insert and use only one memory card

at a time.

Warning: Do NOT remove the memory card while the light blinks, or you may

damage the card.

A blue light, located above the memory card slots, blinks while the card is being accessed
and stays lit while the card remains in the slot and the printer is on.

Memory cards supported

The Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One printer supports the following memory cards, used in most
digital cameras:

XD xD-Picture Card

MS Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro and Magic Gate

SD Secure Digital Card, Multi-Media Card

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Printer Overview

CF Compact Flash type I and type II, including micro drives

SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity cards

Additionally, the printer supports the following memory cards used with Memory Stick and
SD/MMC card slot adapters, which you will need to purchase separately:

• Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Duo Pro

• miniSD

• MicroSD (TransFlash)

USB host port

This All-in-One printer works with most digital cameras. Using the USB port located on the
front of the printer, you can connect one of the following devices to the printer at a time:

• PictBridge camera

• USB portable storage drive

• Kodak Bluetooth dongle

• Digital cameras

Note: This printer can read only one memory card OR one portable USB drive

OR one Kodak Bluetooth dongle at a time.

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Control panel layout

The legend describing the numbered parts of the control panel illustration is in the table
below.

Chapter 2

Number Name Description

1 On/Off button Powers the printer ON or OFF.

2 Menu button Displays the menu, and toggles between

parameters screens and preview screens.

3 Screen Displays photos, messages, status, and menus.

4 Attention light Blinks or flashes when an error occurs.

5 Cancel button Cancels the current operation and control panel

navigation, and returns you to the menu.

6 Wireless network status light When lit, signals that a wireless (Wi-Fi)

network connection is active. If the LED is
illuminated, you may not be connected to the
network yet. Go to Network Settings, View
Network Configuration, and verify that it says it
is Network and Connected.
Blinks when searching for an available Wi-Fi
network within range, or when the existing
signal is too weak to transmit or receive
wireless signals.

7 Ethernet network status light When lit, signals that an Ethernet network

connection is active.

8 Zoom buttons Lets you zoom in and out of a photo.

9 4-way navigation buttons Enable you to navigate menus and photos, and

pan around a zoomed photo.

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Printer Overview

Color ink level monitor

Black ink level monitor

Number Name Description

LCD screen

The LCD screen displays photos, messages, instructions, and menu items. Menu
navigation is accomplished with the 4-way Navigation buttons on the control panel.

The LCD Start-Up screen displays whenever the printer is ready for operation but is not
performing a task. The Start Up screen also displays the current level of black and color ink.

10 OK button Enables you to complete a menu selection or

photo print command, or allows you to continue
with the current operation.

11 Start button Starts the following operations: copy, scan,

print, and transfer.

Note: See “Adjusting the control panel position” on page 9 for instructions on

raising and lowering the control panel so that it is easier to use.

The first time you use your Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One printer and press the

Menu button

(described on page 11) on the control panel, the Main menu displays on the LCD screen.

The contents displayed in the Main menu include:

• Copy Document

• Copy Photo

• View and Print Photos

• Scan

• Network Settings

• Printer Settings

• Maintenance

• Help

To review the tasks you perform when you use the options available on the Main menu,
see “Using the All-in-One printer menus” on page 13.

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Using the control panel

Adjusting the control panel position

The position of the control panel can be adjusted from its default position (flush against
the front of the printer) to lifted upward at an angle.

To adjust the control panel position:

1 On the rear side of the control panel, locate the release tab.

2 Press the front of the control panel and the release tab toward each other with your

thumb and fingers; maintain this position and pull the control panel toward you gently.

Chapter 2

3 When you are satisfied with the position of the control panel, let go.

4 To return the control panel to its default position, squeeze the release tab and gently

push the control panel away from you. Let go when the panel is seated against the front
panel of the printer.

Using the 4-way navigation buttons

Note: The OK button is located in the center of the 4-way navigation buttons on

the control panel. Its use is described on page 10.

The 4-way navigation buttons allow you to update the content displayed on the LCD
screen.

• Pressing highlights the next row down in the visible menu. When the last row in a

menu is highlighted, pressing
following page in a multi-page menu, with the top row highlighted; in a one-page menu,

this action highlights the top item.

• Pressing  returns you to the previous page in a multi-page menu.

causes the visible page to be replaced with the

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Printer Overview

Preview Yes

• After you have initiated the process of zooming when a photo is shown on the LCD

screen, pressing
page 11)

• When there are two or more options for the

setting shown on the selected menu row,
the current value is displayed between the

and symbols. Pressing oron the control panel scrolls through the choices.

or pans the focus up or down. (See “Using the Zoom buttons” on

Tip: When you have selected a photo or document shown on the LCD screen to

be printed, pressing
have selected more than one item for printing, you can specify a different quantity
for each one. The LCD screen displays the number of copies of each selected item
to be printed. Using this feature does not change the number of files stored on
your camera or portable USB drive, however.

 or increases or decreases the output quantity. If you

• When a photo is displayed on the LCD screen, after you have pressed the Zoom+

button pressing

Note: The Zoom+ and Zoom- buttons on the control panel are discussed on

page 11.

• When you are viewing a group of photos stored on a portable memory storage device

such as a USB drive, pressing the
images.

• Continuing to press any of the 4-way navigation buttons causes them to repeat the

action until you release it.

Using the OK button

Press OK to

• Accept the setting displayed in the selected row in the current menu.

• Accept the preview on the LCD screen of something that you want to print, copy, or

scan.

,  moves the focus in the direction you have used.

 or the  button allows you to scroll through the

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• Select a photo for printing.

Zoom in

Zoom out

Tip: When previewing a group of images from a digital camera, portable USB

drive, or memory card connected to the printer, press and hold
of the images not previously selected for printing in the default quantity stored
in your printer. (Images already selected will not be affected.) Press and hold

OK again to deselect all images.

Using the Menu button

Press Menu when:

• You want to set up a new task and anything other than a menu is visible on the LCD

screen

Chapter 2

OK to select all

• You are viewing an image on the LCD screen and want to use Photo Options menu .

• You want to view the parent of the last menu displayed.

Using the Zoom buttons

Press Zoom+ when an image is displayed on the LCD screen and you want to adjust the
area to be printed, copied, or scanned. When this feature is available, the printer displays a
prompt to press

Once you have activated zoom for the selected item, you can then use both the
(zoom in) and the

Zoom on the image shown on the LCD screen.

Zoom– (zoom out) buttons.

Zoom+

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Printer Overview

Using the Start button

Press Start to initiate the print, copy, or scan task you are working on with the current
settings.

Using the Cancel button

Press Cancel when:

• You want to interrupt an operation that has already started.

• You are viewing a menu that you opened by selecting an option on a different menu,

and then decide that you want to view the previous one.

Using the on-screen keyboard

The on-screen keyboard displays in the ESP 7 All-in-One printer LCD screen for the
following tasks performed on the control panel:

• Entering authentication information, such as a security string, for connecting the printer

to a wired (Ethernet) or wireless (Wi-Fi) network, in the Network Settings menu

To maneuver around the on-screen keyboard, use the 4–way navigation buttons, described
on page 9, and the

OK button, described on page 10.

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Using the All-in-One printer menus

1 2

5

4

3

Use the menus on the LCD screen to select stand-alone tasks (that is, tasks that can be
performed without your computer), such as copying documents or photos; printing photos
stored on memory cards, USB drives, Kodak Bluetooth adapter (“dongle”), or digital
cameras plugged into the printer.

Using the appropriate menu, you can also initiate tasks that will be completed on a
computer connected to the printer, such as transferring photos from a compatible device
connected to the printer (such as a memory card, digital camera, or USB drive) to the
computer.

Your printer updates the content of the menu dynamically, according to the tasks you
perform.

Menu layout

A description of how the menus are displayed in the printer control panel is shown in the
illustration and the legend below.

Chapter 2

Number Description

1

2

3

The Menu Title displays at the top of the menu. It names the category of available
options; for example, Copy Document Options, Print Photo Options, etc.

The text displayed in the Quick instruction section, when displayed below the Menu
Title, describes how to activate the selected menu option. For example, “Press OK to
continue”, etc.

Any option in a row with a white background has not been selected. To use the
option in a white row, you must navigate to it by pressing either the

button on the control panel. See “Using the 4-way navigation buttons” on page 9.

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 or the

Printer Overview

Number Description

4

5

Menu structure

The top-level menu on your All-in-One printer is called the Main menu. When you press

OK on most Main menu items, another menu displays. You can press Start as specified in

the Quick instruction section beneath the menu title (see item 2 in the “Menu layout”
illustration and accompanying table, above) to initiate a task.

You can review details about each menu available in your All-in-One printer using the
information below:

Main menu option When you press OK:

Copy Document Displays Copy Document

The Current Value content displayed between
setting only when you have more than one setting available. For example, On/Off;
Yes/No; a number representing a quantity; etc..

The option in the row with the golden background is the selected option. Its
functionality is enabled when you press the appropriate control panel button. When



or are pressed, the selected menu option changes according to the direction

used. See “Using the 4-way navigation buttons” on page 9.

Options menu

andsymbols indicates the active

To review details about the
option:

See “Copy Document Options” on
page 52

Copy Photo Displays Copy Photo Options

menu

View and Print Photos Displays Print Photos Options

menu

Scan Displays Scan Options menu See “Scan options” on page 58

Network Settings Displays Network Settings

menu

Printer Settings Displays Printer Settings

menu

Maintenance Displays Maintenance menu See “Maintenance Options” on

Help Displays Help menu See “Help menu” on page 1

See “Copy Photo Options” on
page 53

See “Print Photos Options” on
page 43

See “Network Settings options” on
page 26

See “Printer settings options” on
page 22

page 62

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Status lights

The tables below describe the meaning of each light and condition, and offer tips on what
action to take.

Chapter 2

On/Off Light

Light Status

Off

Blinks

On



Most power supplies used with this ESP All-in-One printer are equipped with a status light which
illuminates when electricity is applied. If you cannot determine if the power supply is working properly
contact Kodak Service & Support for assistance.

Light Status Cause Action/Solution

The printer is turned off. Press On/Off to turn the printer on.

The printer does not have power
applied.

The printer is initializing or busy. None. Allow the printer to finish the

The printer is ready. None.

Cause Action/Solution

Ensure that the printer power cord is
properly plugged into the back of the
printer.

Verify that the power supply and or
power cord LED is lit.
Check that the power supply is
connected to the power cord, and that
it is properly connected to the
electrical outlet.

initialization process.

Printer Power Cord Light

Off The printer power cord is not

properly connected to the printer.

The electrical power cord is not
properly connected to your electrical
outlet.

The electrical outlet has no power. Plug a working device into the wall

The problem may lie with the power
supply.

On The power supply is supplying power

to the printer.

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Reconnect the printer power cord plug
to the printer.

Reconnect the cord to the electrical
outlet. Ensure that the electrical
power cord is fully connected to the
alternating current (AC) adapter at
the end of the printer power cord.

outlet to test it, or have it checked by
an electrician.

Check the power supply status light, if
available. As needed, visit Kodak.com
for additional troubleshooting steps,
or contact Kodak Service & Support.

None.

Printer Overview

Light Status Cause Action/Solution

Memory Card Slot Light

Off Either the memory card is not

inserted or is improperly inserted in
the card slot.

Blinks The internal card reader is

initializing or communicating with a
memory card.

On A memory card is properly inserted

in the card slot.

Attention Light

Light Status Error

Off None.

Blinks (slow)

The LCD screen
describes the
error.

Paper jam.
Paper tray empty.
Paper carriage stall.
Paper size or type mismatch.
Change ink cartridge.
Ink cartridge not readable.
Printhead not calibrated.
Unit open, scanner lid open, rear access door open.
Too many image sources.
Printhead not installed.
Unable to read memory card or USB host device.

Remove and reinsert the memory card.

None.

None.

Blinks (fast) Ink cartridge(s) inserted incorrectly.

Ink cartridge(s) not installed.

On Media sensor failure.

Printhead failure.
Scanner failure.

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Wi-Fi Status Light

Light Status Cause Action/Solution

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Off This indicates that the Wi-Fi radio

is turned off and the printer is not
connected to a wireless network.

Blinks
continuously

Blinks
intermittently

The LCD
screen
displays an
error
message

On The Wi-Fi radio is turned on and



If you acknowledge the error message by pressing OK, the light will go off. However, if the
Wi-Fi radio is not turned off and the printer cannot establish a connection to an existing Wi-Fi
network, the light will resume blinking, and the error message will display again.

The Wi-Fi radio is turned on and

the printer is searching for available
wireless networks within range.

The Wi-Fi radio is turned on and:

• The printer cannot find any

available wireless networks
within range.

or

• The Wi-Fi network connection

has been interrupted, or is too
weak to send signals to and
from the printer.

there is a working connection
between the printer and a wireless
network.

None.

None, unless you want to stop the
connection process. If so, turn the Wi-Fi
radio off.

Press OK to turn off the error message
on the LCD screen and then turn the
Wi-Fi radio off.

Run the Wi-Fi Setup Wizard to find and
connect to an available wireless network
within range.

None.

All-in-One printer Home Center software

Kodak Home Center software is installed on your computer during the setup process. The
software functionality for Windows or Macintosh users is described below.

Home Center for Windows

Once installed, Kodak All-in-One printer Home Center software allows you to print, copy,
scan, and configure your All-in-One printer from your Windows XP or Vista computer.

To open the Home Center software window on your computer, use the Home Center icon
on the Desktop or in the Start Menu.

From the All-in-One printer Home Center main menu, selecting one of the six menu items
enables you to:

• Scan pictures and documents

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• Enhance and copy pictures

• Enhance and print images

• Configure settings for printing, copying, and scanning from the control panel

• Access the Kodak Tips and Projects Center Web site

• Order supplies from the Kodak Web site

The functions of the three small icons located in the upper-right corner of the Home Center
window are shown below:

Returns you to the main Home Center window

Displays the Status Monitor

Displays a Help panel for the Home Center software

Home Center for Macintosh

After installing the software on your Macintosh OS X computer, you can select the Home
Center from the System Preference's
in the Printer List, clicking the
use the Home Center icon displayed in your Dock.

Print & Fax pane by selecting your All-in-One printer

Print Queue button, and clicking the Utility icon. Or, you can

The Home Center window displays three tabs: Select, Setup, and Maintenance.

From the
printers.

From the
settings:

AiO Printer: This option lets you:

Select tab, you can select your All-in-One printer from a list of connected

Setup tab, you can configure stand-alone printing, copying, and scanning

• Synchronize your printer’s date and time to the computer

• Select what quality you prefer for printing on plain (not photo-quality) paper

• Specify whether a date will be printed on the front of a photo printed from the

All-in-One printer

• Specify whether the printer automatically applies “scene balance” to digital pictures

it prints

• Change the name of the printer

Scan: This option lets you configure settings for scanning, saving, and specifying the

application(s) used for opening and editing scanned pictures and documents.

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From the Maintenance tab, you can:

• Print a test page

• Align the printhead

• Run a printhead nozzle correction

• Clean the printhead

• Click About this Printer to view the printer model number, its Kodak Service Number,

and the version of printer firmware used to operate the printer

From both the

Setup and Maintenance tabs you can:

• Order Supplies: This option allows you to order supplies online from the Kodak web

site.

• View/Hide Status: This option opens a drawer displaying the configuration status of

your All-in-One printer.

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Setting Up Your Printer

Use this chapter to set up and start using your Kodak All-in-One printer.

Selecting a printer location

Place your printer on a clean, flat surface in a dry, well-ventilated location, away from
direct sunlight. Avoid areas with high levels of dust and debris. Do not expose the printer
and paper to ventilation ducts, open doors, or high traffic, as airborne particles can affect
picture quality.

Allow enough space on all sides of the printer to comfortably connect and disconnect
cables, change ink cartridges, and remove or load paper.

To ensure getting good signals from your networked computer(s), minimize obstacles
between the network router and the printer (and other wireless devices, such as
Bluetooth–enabled camera phones, etc.). The printer will function best with as clear a “line
of sight” as possible between it and the router.

In addition, keep the printer away from microwaves, and away from 2.4 GHz wireless
telephone handsets.

Configuring printer settings

Printer settings can be adjusted in two ways: via the control panel or the Home Center
software that comes with your printer (see Home Center Help for more details).

Configuring basic settings

1 From the control panel, press Menu.

2 Press

3 Press

4 Press

until Printer Settings is selected, and then press OK.

until the parameter you want to configure is selected, and then press OK. To

review the available options and settings, see “Printer settings options” on page 22.

 or  to configure the Date and Time, Tagged Image Printing, Control Panel

Settings

, Language, or Reset All Settings.

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5 Press or as needed to change the default value. The default value is displayed at

the right margin of the setting. When the setting is highlighted, the current value is
bracketed between the

andsymbols.

6 Press

OK to save the setting(s).

Printer settings options

Menu Options Options Settings

Date and Time (
below)

Tagged Image Printing

Control Panel Settings Button Sounds

see Note

Year 2007 - 2099

Month January - December

Day 1 - 31

Hour 0 - 12 or 0 - 23

Minute 00 - 59

On

Off

On

Off

Time to Low Power

1-4 hours, in .5 hour
increments

Language

Note:

Restoring the factory defaults from the Reset All Settings option will not

English (U.S.)

English (International)

Deutsch

Français

Français (Canada)

Italiano

Español

Castellano

Português

Nederlands

change the settings for any of the following:

Note: Setting the date and time via the control panel is a separate task from

stamping the date and time on photo prints. You can also synchronize the printer's
date and time using the Home Center software.

Language, Date and Time.

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Setting your Kodak printer as the default

For Windows XP

1 Click Start, point to Settings, and then double-click Printers and Faxes.

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2 Right-click the icon for the Kodak ESP 7 printer, and then select

Printer

on the shortcut menu.

For Windows Vista

1 Click Start, click Control Panel.

2 Click

3 Right-click the icon for the Kodak ESP 7 printer, and then select

Hardware and Sound and then click Printers.

Printer

on the shortcut menu.

For Macintosh

Whenever a new printer is installed on the Macintosh operating system, it becomes the
default printer. If you have more than one printer connected to your computer, use the
following steps to change your default printer.

1 Click

2 In the

3 Select the Kodak ESP 7 printer from the list of available printer as the default.

System Preferences.

Hardware section click Print & Fax.

Configuring network settings

Set as the Default

Set as the Default

You can connect your ESP All-in-One printer to a wired (Ethernet) network or to a wireless
(Wi-Fi) network. You may refer to the “Start Here” booklet that came with your printer, or

review the following sections as needed.

Networking resources

This section only covers how to setup your printer with your existing network. It presumes
you have a working understanding on how your network is configured. Additional
resources for related topics, information, and network troubleshooting are available at

www.kodak.com/go/inkjetnetworking.

If you are unsure of how your network is configured, please contact your network
administrator or your internet service provider for assistance.

Configuring an Ethernet network connection

You will need the following items to connect the All–in–One printer to a wired (Ethernet)
network:

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• A functional Ethernet network that includes a router, switch, or hub with an

Ethernet port

• A CAT-5 (or higher) Ethernet cable

Ethernet setup

1 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port located on the back of the All–

in–One printer and the other end into an available port on your Ethernet router or hub.

2 Turn on the printer, if necessary.

3 From the control panel, press

until Network Settings is selected.

Press

4 Press

5 Verify the connection.

OK.

Menu.

Configuring a wireless network connection

You can connect your printer to aN 802.11 wireless (Wi-Fi) network from the All-in-One
printer control panel.

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The wireless (Wi-Fi) network status light on your printer has the following conditions:

LED Status Description

Fully Lit When lit, signals that a wireless (Wi-Fi) network

connection has authenticated to the router, but
your connection may not be active. You can
verify the connection through the Network
Settings menu.

Blinks when

• searching for an available Wi-Fi network

within range

• existing signal is too weak to transmit

Blinking

The LED has a repetitive cycle of blinking, then
resting for 15 seconds, followed by blinking
again. The Wi-Fi radio will continue to attempt
connection to the network until a connection is
established.

What you need to know before you connect

To connect your ESP 7 All-in-One printer to a wireless network, you will need the
following:

• A laptop or desktop computer equipped with a network interface card or wireless

networking support, and the Kodak software installed

• A working 802.11 wireless network. Kodak recommends that you use a wireless access

point/router that uses Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

• Internet access (preferably Broadband access such as cable or DSL)

• Your network name (SSID). You can obtain your SSID from the wireless router or the

access point using the router’s embedded web server. See the manufacturer’s
documentation provided with your wireless system for more information.

• Your WEP key or WPA passphrase. You can obtain your WEP Key or WPA passphrase

from the wireless router or the access point using the router’s embedded web server

• Your network security string, if applicable

• Disable your firewall or accept the firewall prompts to allow installation

If you are unsure about any of the items listed above, please contact your network
administrator or your internet provider for assistance.

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Configuring basic wireless (Wi-Fi) settings

Note: You will need to know the network name (SSID) of the Wi-Fi network, and

its security string to connect your printer to the network successfully. Contact
your Internet provider or the person who helped you configure your network to
assist you.

Caution: If there is an Ethernet cable plugged into the Ethernet port on the back

of the printer, unplug it before starting this task.

1 From the control panel, press Menu.

2 Press

3 The message states

4 As needed, press

until Network Settings is selected, and then press OK.

Turn Wi-Fi Radio On, press OK. If the message states Turn Wi-Fi

Radio Off

, move to the next step.

, , or to view or configure an item, and then press OK.

Network Settings options

If the printer has not been configured to connect to the Wi-Fi network or the printer Wi-Fi
radio is turned off, the LCD screen displays the options below:

Menu Options Settings / Action

Wi-Fi Setup Wizard

Turn Wi-Fi Radio On / Off

View Network Configuration

Print Network Configuration

Manual IP Address

Press OK to start the Wizard.

Press OK to toggle between the Wi-Fi radio on or off
states.

Press OK to view the configuration on the LCD screen.

Press OK to print the network configuration.

Press OK to display the Manual IP Address menu.

Wi-Fi setup wizard

Review the procedures below and use the one that suits your network setup.

Connecting to a listed network

1 Complete Steps 1 and 2 of “Configuring basic wireless (Wi-Fi) settings” on page 26.

2

Wi-Fi Setup Wizard is the first option; press OK to select it.

Note: The Wi-Fi radio is turned on automatically when Wi-Fi Setup Wizard is

selected.

3 The printer searches for available Wi-Fi networks detected; then displays the list in

alphabetical order on the LCD screen. The illustration below shows an example list. The
row containing each <Network name> listed also shows the strength of the signal
(shown below as xx%) as a percentage between 0 and 100, where 100 is the highest
possible strength.

• For best performance the signal strength should be at least 50%.

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• If more Wi-Fi networks are detected than can be shown on the LCD screen, the

display includes the
LCD screen. As appropriate, press
network you want to use.

(page down) symbol and/or the (page up) symbol on the

 or  on the control panel until you locate the

The last two options displayed are

networks

.

Note: In your setup, instead of <Network name> as shown in the illustration

Unlisted network and Rescan for wireless

above, the LCD screen will show the actual network name (SSID), without the
brackets, and the signal strength, displayed as a percentage, of each available
Wi-Fi network within range.

4 With the desired network selected, press

OK. You may need network identification

information such as a security string, in order to authenticate your connection.

Note: You will need to know the network name (SSID) of the Wi-Fi network and

its security string to connect your printer to the network successfully. Contact
your Internet provider or the person who helped you configure your network to
assist you.

5 If you are looking for a Wi-Fi network that does not broadcast its SSID, see “Connecting

to an unlisted network” below.

Note: If your printer was last connected to an available network on the list, the

network settings are saved and the printer will automatically attempt to reconnect
you to that network.

6 If the network requires the entry of a security string, the keyboard will be shown on the

LCD screen. Press

, , orto select a key. Press OK.

7 Enter the security string. The correct upper and lower case characters and numbers are

required.

Note: To erase any letters or numbers entered in error, select <BKSP>

(backspace) and press OK.

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Key/Passphrase/

Security String

WEP Key

WPA /WPA2 phrase

5 or 13 ASCI characters; case-insensitive
or

10 or a 26 Hexidecimal digits; case-insensitive.

8-63 printable ASCI; case-sensitive characters.

Description

8 After completing your entry, select the DONE key, and then press OK.

LED Status Description

Fully Lit When lit, signals that a wireless (Wi-Fi) network

connection has authenticated to the router, but
your connection may not be active. You can
verify the connection through the Network
Settings menu.

Blinks when

• searching for an available Wi-Fi network

within range

• existing signal is too weak to transmit

Blinking

The LED has a repetitive cycle of blinking, then
resting for 15 seconds, followed by blinking
again. The Wi-Fi radio will continue to attempt
connection to the network until a connection is
established.

The LED will be continuously lit when you are connected to a wireless network. This does
not guarantee you are connected. You must verify that you are connected. See “Verifying
network configuration” on page 30.

Connecting to an unlisted network

1

Wi-Fi Setup Wizard is the first option; press OK to select it.

2 If your network does not appear in the list and is configured to not broadcast its SSID,

select

Unlisted Network and press OK.

3 Follow the prompts to enter the network name using the keyboard visible on the LCD

screen. Press

, , orto select a key. Enter the alphanumeric string accurately,

using the same upper and lower case letters as your SSID. After completing your entry,
select

DONE, and then press OK.

4 Select

WEP or WPA/WPA2 as required for your network's security setup, and then press

OK.

5 Enter the security information required using the LCD screen keyboard.

• Press , , orto select a key. Select <BKSP to erase any incorrect

characters. Then select

DONE and press OK.

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6 After the confirmation message appears on the LCD screen, press OK to display the

Network Settings menu.

Scanning for Wireless Networks

If you don’t see your network in a list or want to change your network.

1 Select

2 Press

Rescan for wireless networks.

OK.

Setting up an IP address

If you have discovered that you are connected to the access point but you are not
connected to the network, you may need to set up your IP address on the printer.

1 From the Network Settings menu, select

2 Select one of the options displayed:

• Dynamic (DHCP)

• Automatic (Private)

• Manual (Static)

3 Press

4 Depending on the IP address type specified, you may be prompted to enter an IP

OK to continue.

address, a Subnet Mask, a Gateway Address, and a DNS Server address. Press
making each entry. See your network provider for more information.

All address entries are made in the following format: 000.000.000.000. Any address
or subnet mask that has only 2 characters between stops shall have a leading zero
entered in front of that number. For example:

Manual IP Address and press OK.

OK after

Address or subnet

mask format

149.89.138.149 149.089.138.149

149.2.40.149 149.002.040.149

Printer entry format

To obtain the IP Address on a Windows operating system:

You must use a computer on your network.

a Select

b Type

c Type

Start > Run.

cmd.

ipconfig and then press Enter. If configured, IP Address, Subnet Mask and

Gateway Address (Default Gateway) are shown.

Tip: Your Gateway Address is usually the router address.

To obtain IP Address on a Macintosh operating system:

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You must use a computer on your network.

a Open

b Under

System Preferences.

Internet and Network, click Network. Select the Wireless Network. Your IP

address will be shown.

Verifying network configuration

You can verify that you are connected to a network from your ESP 7 All-in-One printer
menu.

1 Press until Network Settings is selected, and then press OK.

2 Press

3 Press

4 Look for the text

until View Network Configuration is selected, and then press OK. When you

select this menu item, the printer displays the configuration settings for both Ethernet
and Wi-Fi networks on the LCD screen.

until the second page appears.

Connected Network SSID. Your network name should be listed.

Printing network configuration

When you select this option, a print of your current network configuration settings is

generated. Settings with no values are displayed as zeros.

1 Press

2 Press until Print Network Configuration is selected, and then press OK

until Network Settings is selected, and then press OK.

Installing your printer on additional computers on the same network

For Windows

To install the printer on another computer in your network, use the following steps:

1 Install the Kodak software that came with your printer on the target computer.

2 Run the Kodak Printer Network Setup Utility. This is located on the

Programs

procedure is not necessary.

3 Select

should be detected and driver installations begin. If you have more than one printer
connected to your network, select the printer then click

4 After the driver installation completes, click Next to proceed.

The printer will be named Kodak ESP 7-XXXXwhere XXXX is a number unique to your
printer.

> Kodak >Kodak Printer Network Setup Utility. If Macintosh, this

Connect via Network - Wireless / Wi-Fi then click Next to proceed. The printer

Next.

Start > All

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For Macintosh

To install the printer on another computer in your network, use the following steps:

1 Install the Kodak software that came with your printer on the target computer.

2 Click

3 Click

4 Click the + sign to add the printer.

5 Select the Kodak ESP 7printer from the list of available printer(s).

The printer will be named Kodak ESP 7-XXXXwhere XXXX is a number unique to your
printer.

System Preferences.

Print & Fax.

Switching the printer connection type

You can change the way you connect to your All-in-One printer at anytime.

For Windows

USB to Wi-Fi

To convert the USB connection from a PC to a wireless network connection:

1 Disconnect the printer from the computer.

2 Use the Windows Control Panel to delete the printer from you computer.

3 Configure the wireless network from the printer front panel. See “Configuring a wireless

network connection” on page 24.

4 Press

5 Press until Network Settings menu is selected, and then press OK.

6 Select

7 Run the Kodak Printer Network Setup Utility. This is located on the

8 Select

9 After the driver installation completes, click Done to proceed.

10 The printer will be named Kodak ESP7-XXXX where XXXX is a number unique to your

Menu.

View Network Configuration and confirm you have an IP address.

Start > All

Programs

procedure is not necessary.

should be detected and driver installations begin. If you have more than one printer
connected to your network, select the printer then click

printer.

> Kodak >Kodak Printer Network Setup Utility. If Macintosh, this

Connect via Network - Wireless / Wi-Fi then click Next to proceed. The printer

Next.

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USB to Ethernet setup

To convert the USB connection from a PC to an Ethernet connection:

1 Disconnect the printer from the computer.

2 Use the Windows Control Panel to delete the printer from you computer.

3 Connect the printer to the network (LAN port on Router) with an Ethernet cable.

4 Run the Kodak Printer Network Setup Utility. This is located on the

Programs

procedure is not necessary.

5 Select

should be detected and driver installations begin. If you have more than one printer
connected to your network, select the printer then click

6 After the driver installation completes, click Done to proceed.

7 The printer will be named Kodak ESP 7-XXXX where XXXX is a number unique to your

printer.

> Kodak >Kodak Printer Network Setup Utility. If Macintosh, this

Connect via Network - Ethernet cable, then click Next to proceed. The printer

Next.

Start > All

Wi-Fi to Ethernet

To convert the Wi-Fi connection from a PC to an Ethernet connection:

1 Connect the printer to the network (LAN port on the Router) with an Ethernet cable.

Ethernet to Wi-Fi

To convert the Ethernet connection from a PC to a Wi-Fi connection.

1 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the printer.

2 Configure the wireless network from the printer front panel. See “Configuring a wireless

network connection” on page 24.

3 Press

4 Press until Network Settings menu is selected, and then press OK.

5 Select

Menu.

View Network Configuration and confirm you have an IP address.

For Macintosh

USB to Wi-Fi

To convert the USB connection from a Macintosh to a wireless network connection:

1 Disconnect the printer from the computer.

2 Use the Windows Control Panel to delete the printer from you computer.

3 Configure the wireless network from the printer front panel. See “Configuring a wireless

network connection” on page 24.

4 Press

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5 Press until Network Settings menu is selected, and then press OK.

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6 Select

7 Open

View Network Configuration and confirm you have an IP address.

System Preferences then click Print & Fax. Click + button to view a list of

available printers that can be added. Network printers are labeled “Bonjour” under
“Kind”.

8 The printer will be named Kodak ESP 7-XXXX where XXXX is a number unique to your

printer.

9 Select your printer and click

Add.

USB to Ethernet Setup

To convert the USB connection from a Macintosh to an Ethernet connection:

1 Disconnect the printer from the computer.

2 Use the Windows Control Panel to delete the printer from you computer.

3 Connect the printer to the network (LAN port on Router) with an Ethernet cable.

4 Open

5 The printer will be named Kodak ESP 7-XXXX where XXXX is a number unique to your

System Preferences then click Print & Fax. Click + button to view a list of

available printers that can be added. Network printers are labeled “Bonjour” under
“Kind”.

printer.

6 Select your printer and click

Add.

Wi-Fi to Ethernet

To convert the Wi-Fi connection from a Macintosh to an Ethernet connection:

1 Connect the printer to the network (LAN port on the Router) with an Ethernet cable.

Ethernet to Wi-Fi

To convert the Ethernet connection from a Macintosh to a Wi-Fi connection:

1 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the printer.

2 Configure the wireless network from the printer front panel. See “Configuring a wireless

network connection” on page 24.

3 Press

4 Press until Network Settings menu is selected, and then press OK.

5 Select

Menu.

View Network Configuration and confirm you have an IP address.

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Handling Paper

Your Kodak All-in-One printer accepts print stock of various types and sizes, including
letter-and legal-size plain paper, photo paper, transparencies, T-shirt transfers, envelopes,
cards, and labels. It automatically detects the size and whether or not photo paper is loaded
into the paper tray. Kodak photo paper contains barcodes that allow your All-in-One printer
to detect the paper type that optimize your photo prints.

The bottom paper tray accepts media from 6 to 9 inches wide, and from 7 to 14 inches long
(see the Note
capacity is 40 sheets of 4X6, 4X7, or 5X7 inch paper.

Handling paper

Follow the precautions below when handling paper:

on page 36); its capacity is 100 sheets of 20 lb. plain paper. The top tray

• Hold the paper by the edges; avoid placing your fingerprints on it.

• Do not touch the glossy side of photo paper.

• Store paper flat, away from direct sunlight and heat (such as in a car parked in the sun).

Loading the paper trays

Things to keep in mind

• Before you start loading any type of media into the printer, lift the paper output tray

• Pull the paper stop (at the edge of paper output tray) until it is fully extended.

• If the paper you are going to use is less than A4 size, lift the hinged end of the paper

stop toward you until it is perpendicular to the paper stop. This prevents the printed
paper from sliding off of the paper output tray as it exits the printer.

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• If the paper you use is longer than A4 size, including Legal and panoramic photo

paper, make sure that the hinged end of the paper stop lays flat and is NOT pulled
up. The longer paper should balance on the paper output tray without sliding off.

Loading plain paper

Caution: This is crucially important when you are printing two or more

sheets of long paper. Long paper that cannot extend straight to its full
length when output from the printer can fold behind the object ahead of
it. The curl can result in a job that dissatisfies you, and it can also cause
a blockade preventing paper still being printed from exiting the printer
properly.

Although a paper curl should not interrupt a job involving just one sheet
of long paper, when a sheet’s clean exit from the printer is impeded
because the sheet before it is curled by the paper stop, the current
sheet also curls upon itself, generally behind rather than atop the sheet
that came before. This process repeats until the trapped sheets jam the
paper inside the printer.

Note: Review “Things to keep in mind” above.

1 Pull the bottom paper tray toward you.

Note: To load media that is more than A4 size, such as 4X12 inch panoramic

photo paper or legal plain paper, you must first extend the bottom paper tray to its
full length. To do so:

a Remove all paper from the tray, as needed.

b Press and hold the paper tray

extension-release, located on
the inside of the front of the
lower paper tray.

c Pull the tray extension toward

you gently until it stops moving
easily. DO NOT pull the
extension far enough to
disengage from the paper tray.

d Let go of the tray release and then load the paper in the tray.

Tip: To return the lower paper tray to its default size, press and hold the extension-

release and push the tray until the extension stops moving, and then let go.

2 As needed,

squeeze and slide the paper edge guide on the tray to the left so that it does

not block the paper from laying flat.

3 Insert the media into the paper tray, print side down with its near edge against the

paper stop.

4 As needed, squeeze and slide the paper edge guide to align it to the left edge of the

media.

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5 Lower the paper output tray.

6 Gently push the tray forward until it is aligned with the edge of the paper output tray.

Loading photo paper

Note: Review “Things to keep in mind” on page 35.

Chapter 4

1 Remove all other paper from the paper tray you plan to use.

2 Insert photo paper into the paper tray print-side down, with the short edge forward. Do

not overload the tray.

3 Slide the paper forward until it stops.

4 Squeeze the paper edge guide and slide it to the right until it just touches the loaded

paper.

5 Lower the paper output tray.

Gently push the tray forward until it is aligned with the edge of the paper output tray

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Handling Paper

Loading envelopes

Warning: Do not load envelopes with cutouts or cellophane windows in this

printer.

Note: Review “Things to keep in mind” on page 35.

1 Remove all other paper from the paper tray you plan to use.

2 Place one or more envelopes along the right edge of the paper tray, with the front side

down and the envelope flaps pointing toward the left side of the tray.

3 Squeeze the paper edge guide and move it to the right until it just touches the loaded

envelope(s).

4 Close the paper tray and lower the paper output tray.

Loading legal size paper

1 Remove all other paper from the bottom tray.

2 Press and hold the paper tray extension-

release, located on the inside of the front of
the bottom paper tray.

3 Pull the tray extension toward you gently

until it stops moving easily. DO NOT pull the
extension far enough to disengage from the
paper tray.

4 Let go of the tray release and then load the paper in the tray.

5 Squeeze the paper edge guide and move it to the right until it just touches the loaded

paper.

6 Squeeze the paper edge guide and move it towards the printer until it just touches the

loaded paper.

7 Push the paper tray in towards the printer.

8 Press the bottom paper extender tab on the front left edge of the tray while pushing the

paper tray in towards the printer.

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Loading originals

Loading an original for copying or scanning

Chapter 4

To copy or scan a document or photo, place your original directly on the scanner glass,
print side-down, against the silver arrow on the right-front corner.

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Handling Paper

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5

Viewing and Printing Photos

You can print .jpeg (.jpg) photo images directly from PictBridge cameras connected to the
front panel of your All-in-One printer. You can print virtually any file type from digital
cameras, USB flash (“thumb”) drives, and memory cards connected to the front panel on
your All-in-One printer. You can also print files from a PC or Mac computer connected to
your All-in-One printer computer.

Note: For assistance on printing from a connected computer to your printer, refer

to the instructions from the software application (such as a word-processing or
image-editing program) used to send the file to the printer or review your
computer’s operating system instructions.

Although your printer is compatible with the Kodak 8-in-1 USB card reader (sold
separately) as well as other Kodak USB card readers, it may not be compatible with other
manufacturers’ card readers.

Warning: Do not remove a storage device (memory card, USB drive, or digital

camera) from the printer while it is being accessed, or you may damage the files on
it. Safely remove or disconnect the device.

You can safely remove the storage device when the blue status light located
above the memory card slots stops blinking.

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Viewing and Printing Photos

Viewing photos

Insert one of the following devices into the appropriate opening:

Note: Always use the USB host port on the front of the printer. To avoid an error,

use only one slot or port at a time.

Device Type Printer Slot

Memory Card Memory Card Reader

Portable Storage Drive USB port

Digital Camera USB port

Kodak Bluetooth dongle USB port

Note: If Tagged Image Printing is enabled on this printer (see “Configuring printer

settings” on page 21), it detects a Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) file when you
insert a memory card. The printer LCD screen prompts you to verify that you want
to print tagged images. See “Printing tagged images ” on page 46.

Most memory cards will work with this printer. When you insert a memory card, connect a
camera, or portable flash drive to the printer, the last photo taken is displayed first.

Caution: Do not insert more than one device, such as a USB thumb drive or

memory card, into the printer at a time, or you will get an error message. Also,
never remove or disconnect a memory card from its slot unless the blue light
near the slot is not blinking.

Note: Photos stored on a PictBridge camera are displayed on the camera’s LCD

screen only. See “Printing photos from a PictBridge camera ” on page 44, as
needed.

Configuring photo print settings

You can change the factory default print settings for your printer using the control panel.
Windows users may adjust some settings using Home Center software (see Home Center
Help, discussed on page 17, for information on using Home Center).

1 Insert a memory card into the appropriate slot, or plug a USB flash drive or digital

camera to the front panel USB port. The last photo is displayed first.

2 From the control panel, press

3 Press

until the option you want to configure is selected, and then press OK.

Menu.

4 As needed, press

5 Press

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OK to save the setting for the current print job.

orto change the setting.

6 To save the setting as the default value, select Save as Default and press OK.

Chapter 5

7 As needed, press

then press

OK to return to viewing and selecting photos for printing. Or, press Start to

print the selected photo(s) with the selected settings.

Print Photos Options

.

Menu Options View Settings / Select Settings

View Photos OK

Transfer All to PC OK

Rotate This Photo OK

Quantity

Tray Selection

Print Size

 or until View Photos is selected in the Print Photos menu, and

or

or

or

1- 99

Top Tray

Bottom Tray

3.5x5

4x6

4x7 (High Def)

Quality

Color

Scene Balance

Add Date to Prints

Save as Defaults OK







or

or

or

or No

4x12 (Panoramic)

5x7

8x10

8.5x11

(2x3) Wallet

Normal

Best

Draft

Color

Black & White

On

Off

Yes



Your All-in-One printer automatically adjusts the print output to the best available
quality for images printed on photo paper. You need to set
Normal or Best only when printing images or documents on plain printer paper.

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Plain Paper Quality to Draft,

Viewing and Printing Photos



This printer is capable of automatically adjusting scene balance improvements (or the
brightness) of photos printed from camera cards and USB connected devices. The default
is

On.



The default setting does not print the date on the photo print.

Printing photos

Printing photos from a PictBridge camera

You can print photos directly from a PictBridge camera, which controls photo selection and
printing.

1 Load the desired paper tray with photo paper, print side down.

2 Connect a PictBridge camera to the USB port located on the front panel of your printer.

3 Use your PictBridge camera to select and print the photos.

Printing photos from non–PictBridge digital cameras, memory cards,
and USB flash drives

Caution: This printer does not support portable USB “flash” drives that:

• Require third party access software

• Are encrypted

• Contain multiple partitions

• Were formatted using any of the following file storage systems:

• New Technology File System (NTFS)

• Mac OS Standard (HFS) or Mac OS Extended (HFS Plus)

The printer can read data stored on USB flash drives formatted using only the
File Allocation Table (FAT) system.

If a flash drive is plugged into the USB port on the front panel that the printer
cannot read, the printer does not display photos, makes an audible sound
(“beep”), and displays an error message on the LCD screen.

See the first Tip on the following page for a work–around if your flash drive
cannot be read by your printer.

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Chapter 5

Tip: If you would like your printer to print photos stored on a non–FAT

formatted device, or stored as non–.jpeg files, you must first send the files to
your computer to be read.

• Windows computers can read NTFS–formatted drives

• Macintosh computers can read HFS– and HFS Plus–formatted drives

• Third–party applications which run on either Windows or Macintosh

computers can read many different image file types

Use your computer to explore the files stored on the flash drive while it is still
plugged in. Navigate to and open the file in the computer, or transfer the file(s)
to the computer hard drive. Then, print the file from your computer.

1 Connect a digital camera or portable USB drive to the front panel USB port or insert a

memory card to the appropriate card reader on the front panel.

The printer displays the photos on the LCD screen, last photo first.

2 Load the paper tray with photo paper, print side down.

3 On the control panel, press

oruntil a photo you want to print is displayed on the

LCD screen.

4 Press

OK to select the photo. A check mark displays on the LCD screen to indicate your

action. If you change your mind and want to de-select the photo from printing, press

OK again; the check mark is removed.

Tip: To select and print all the photos on a memory card or portable USB device

which has not yet been selected, hold down the
down the

OK button again for 2 seconds de-selects all the photos.

OK button for 2 seconds. Holding

5 If you are satisfied with the image shown, you can modify the quantity of copies to be

printed by pressing
decrease any quantity greater than 1, press

6 If you want to specify different print parameters for the photo, press

Print Photos Options menu. A sample of the menu is shown in the illustration

the

 until the number you want is shown on the LCD screen. To

 until the number you want displays.

Menu to display

below.

7 Here you can press

displayed between the
you want.

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until the parameter you want to adjust is selected. If a value is

and symbols in the row, pressor to select the value

Viewing and Printing Photos

8 Press Start to print the selected photo, or press until View Photos is selected.

9 Press

10 Repeat this process as needed.

oruntil you view another photo you want to print.

Note: Each photo is automatically deselected after it has been printed.

Printing tagged images

The Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) is an industry-standard file that can be created by
some digital cameras. Camera selected photos are photos you tag for printing with your
digital camera. When you select photos with your camera, the camera creates a DPOF file
that identifies which photos have been tagged for printing. Your Kodak All-in-One printer
can read the DPOF file from the memory card so you do not have to re-select the photos to
print.

Note: Not all digital cameras support tagging or the creation of tagged image files.

Refer to your camera’s user guide to ensure it supports this function.

When you print tagged photos, the selected layout is applied unless your camera allows
selection of sizes. If not specified by the DPOF information, the current default print photo
size and other settings will be used.

Printing from a Bluetooth–enabled device

Bluetooth wireless technology allows wireless connectivity between compatible electronic
devices.Your printer allows you to print .jpeg images from a Bluetooth–enabled device,
using an optional Kodak USB Bluetooth 2.0 USB adapter.You can purchase the Kodak
Bluetooth adapter from Kodak at www.kodak.com/go/accessories.

The Kodak Bluetooth adapter (shown below) supports connectivity between your All–in–
One printer and the following Bluetooth–enabled devices:

• Mobile camera phones

• Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs)

• Digital still cameras

• Computers

The Bluetooth adapter will not work when plugged directly into
computers, Kodak printer-docks, other types of Kodak printers or
devices made by other manufacturers. This adapter works exclusively
with Kodak All-in-One printers.

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Chapter 5

To enable Bluetooth wireless connectivity, plug the Kodak Bluetooth adapter into the USB
port located on the front panel of your printer.

Note: Before you can transmit photos to your printer from a Bluetooth–enabled

device, you must first “pair” the printer and the device so that they can
communicate. This “pairing” is performed from your device’s interface. Review the
instructions for pairing that came with you Bluetooth–enabled device, as needed.

When the device is searching for other Bluetooth enabled devices to pair with and
if your printer is within range of the device (see “Range” below), your printer will
appear in the list, with a name starting with
rename it, as appropriate.)

If your device prompts you for the printer’s personal identification number (PIN) to
authenticate and initiate the connection, enter

Bluetooth devices do not use a Print command. You must use the device’s Send function to
transmit an image stored on it to the All–in–One printer. Only one file can be sent from the
device at a time. Once received, your printer will print the image automatically, using the
default settings.

ESP. (Your device may allow you to

1111.

Range

When the device and the printer are connected, you can send photos from your Bluetooth
device to the printer. Your printer supports connectivity to one Bluetooth device at a time.

For the highest transfer speed, Kodak recommends keeping a maximum distance of 10
meters (32.8 feet) between Bluetooth devices, as they may not work reliably beyond this
range.

Printing multiple photos

When you select a print size that is smaller than the paper size, this printer automatically
lays out multiple photos using the least amount of space, minimizing paper waste when
separating the photos.

Printing panoramic photos

You can print a panoramic photo on 4 x 12 paper, or two panoramic photos on U.S. letter or
A4 paper; some cropping will occur.

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Viewing and Printing Photos

Zooming and cropping photos

Your printer enables you to zoom in or out on a specific area of a photo. When you print
the photo, the photo is cropped so only the area bounded by the crop boundaries is
printed.

Caution: You cannot use the zoom or crop functions of this printer on photos

located on a PictBridge camera connected to the printer. All changes made to
photos stored on PictBridge camera are conducted on the camera.

Note: The changes you make to the photo apply only to viewing and printing the

photo, and will not be saved on the memory card or storage device.

1 Select an image from the display. As needed, see “Printing photos from non–PictBridge

digital cameras, memory cards, and USB flash drives” on page 44.

2 As desired, press

Print Size. Press the

Menu to display the Print Photos Options menu. The first option is

andnavigation buttons on the control panel to change the size

of the output that you want for the image, which will affect the zoom and crop displays.
Press

OK when you are satisfied.

3 Press

Zoom + to enable the zoom and crop function. You can enlarge the photo in .25X

increments, up to a 5X magnification. Press

Zoom – to decrease the magnification in

.25X increments, to 1X.

Note: The changes you make to the photo apply only to viewing and printing the

photo; they are not saved on the memory card or storage device.

4 Use the

,

, andnavigation buttons on the control panel to display the part of



the picture you want to print.

5 Press

OK when finished. The photo is displayed with the original view, and a border

(“crop box”) is displayed around the area you want to use.

Tip: You can make more precise zoom and crop adjustments to your photos on

your computer using photo editing software. To send a photo from the All-in-One
printer to your computer, see “Transferring images to a computer” below.

6 If you are satisfied with the image shown, press

crop box. If you want to specify additional print parameters for the photo, press
to display the
illustration below.

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Start to print the area displayed in the

Menu

Print Photos Options menu. A sample of the menu is shown in the

Chapter 5

7 Here you can press until the parameter you want to adjust is selected. If a value is

displayed between the
want.

andsymbols in the row, pressorto select the value you

8 Press

9 Press

10 Repeat this process as needed.

Start to print the selected photo, or press

OK.

oruntil you view another photo you want to print.

Note: If you want to print multiple copies of a photo is displayed on the LCD

screen, you can press
quantity greater than 1 shown, press

 until the number you want is shown. To decrease any

Transferring images to a computer

You can transfer .jpg, .mov, or .wav files to your Windows or Macintosh computer from a
digital camera, memory card, device connected to your printer via a Kodak Bluetooth
dongle, and portable (USB) thumb drive connected to this All-in-One printer.

Note: To transfer large files, such as video files, from a memory card to a

computer, Kodak recommends using a card reader attached directly to the
computer instead of transferring the file(s) via the All-in-One printer.

Likewise, Kodak recommends transferring large groups of image files (400 or
more) stored on a memory card to a computer via a card reader connected to the
computer.

until View Photos is selected. Press



 until the number you want displays.

Transferring images to a Windows computer

1 Connect the device to the appropriate slot on the front panel of your printer.

2 From the control panel press

screen.

3 Press

4 Press

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until Transfer All to PC is highlighted, and click OK.

Start.

Menu to display the Print Photos menu on the LCD

Viewing and Printing Photos

5 Follow the prompt on the computer.

Transferring images to a Macintosh computer

1 Connect the device to the appropriate slot on the front panel of your printer.

2 From the control panel, press

Menu to display the options on the computer monitor (for

a PictBridge camera) or the printer LCD screen (all other devices).

3 Press

4 Press

5 Press

until Transfer All to PC is highlighted.

OK.

Start.

6 Use iPhoto or Image Capture to complete the transfer.

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6

Copy Document 1

Copying

You can copy both images and documents directly from the control panel of your Kodak
ESP All-in-One printer. The printer produces high–quality color or black and–white copies
on a variety of paper types, including transparencies.

Note: Before using your All-in-One printer to copy a document or photo for the

first time, review the procedures for loading paper and originals in Chapter 4 on
page35.

Simple copying

Note: Copy Document is the first setting on your Kodak All–in–One printer. This

enables you to place a one–page document on the scanner glass, and, if you have no
need to change the default quantity, press
initiate a copying job.

1 Place the original (document or photo) face down at the right front corner of the

scanner glass.

Start from the Main menu to quickly

2 From the control panel, press

3

Copy Document is the first menu option. As

needed, press

4 Modify the quantity of copies to be printed by pressing

number you want is between the
decrease any quantity greater than 1 shown, press
displays.

5 Press

Start to initiate copying the document or photo.

 to select Copy Photo.

Adjusting copy settings

You can change the default copy document settings for your printer using the control panel.
Depending on whether you are copying a photo or a document, select the appropriate
option submenu from the main menu.

1 From the control panel, press

Copy Document is the first option. As needed, press  to select Copy Photo.

2

Menu.

on the control panel until the

andsymbols is displayed in the menu. To

until the number you want

Menu.

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Copying

3 Press OK to display the Copy Document Options (or Copy Photo Options) menu. A

sample view from the Copy Photo Options menu is shown in the illustration below.

4 You can press

between the

until the option you want to adjust is selected. If a value is displayed

andsymbols in the row, pressorto select the value you want.

5 Any changes you make to the copy settings apply only to the current copy operation

unless you save them as your default settings. To keep the settings as permanent, press

until Save as Defaults is selected; press OK, and then select Yes and press OK to

save the change(s) as the new default settings.

6 Press

Start to initiate copying the document (or photo).

The available copy settings are shown in the table below.

Copy Document Options

Menu Options

Quantity

Copy Size

Photo Paper
Quality



View Settings /

Select

 or 

 or 

Settings

1–99

Same Size

20%–500%

Automatic

Plain Paper
Quality

Color

Brightness

Save As Defaults OK

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

 or 

 or 

 or 

Normal

Best

Draft

Color

Black & White

−3 to +3

Chapter 6



Scaling is anchored to the upper left corner of the original.

Same Size The copy is the same size as the original. Cropping occurs if the original is

larger than the paper size. The copy will contain white space if the original
is smaller than the paper size.

Scaling Press theorto set the scaling for your image. The choices are Same

Size

, which is 100% or Fit-to-Page to enlarge or reduce the image to fit on

Same Size is the default copy setting.

the page.



Plain paper quality output:

Draft Produces the fastest print speed, but the lowest quality.

Normal

Best

Copy Photo Options

Menu Options

Quantity

Copy Size

Delivers high-quality output and is the default setting. Normal prints
faster than

Best.

Produces the highest quality for all paper and eliminates the banding
(striping) effect that sometimes occurs in

Draft and Normal modes. Best

is the slowest print speed. If Kodak photo paper is loaded in the paper
tray, this setting is used.

View Settings /

Select

 or 

 or 

1–99

4x6

4x7 (High Def)

4x12 (Panoramic)

5x7

8x10

Settings

Photo Paper Quality

Plain Paper Quality

Color

Brightness

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8.5x11

(Wallet) 2x3





 or 

 or 

Automatic

Normal

Best

Draft

Color

 or 

Black & White

 or 

−3 to +3

Copying

Menu Options

Preview

View Settings /

Select

Settings

No

 or 

Yes

Save As Defaults OK



You need to specify a quality only for plain paper. If photo paper is loaded in the paper
tray, the printer will output the best available quality using the
the settings for plain paper copying, see "

Plain paper quality output

Automatic

setting. To review

" on

page 53

.

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Scanning

Scanning converts text and images from documents and pictures placed on the scanner
glass into electronic data; then sends the data to your computer. To scan using the
ESP 7 All-in-One printer, the printer must be connected to a computer. You can scan to the
following destinations:

• Kodak Home Center

• Memory card or USB flash drive connected to the printer using the appropriate opening

on the front panel of the computer

• Third–party scanner software application

• As a file on your computer

Before you start

Before you start scanning with this All-in-One printer, Kodak recommends that you use the
Home Center software to configure the default scan settings. This way, you can easily
manage the scan in your computer. See “All-in-One printer Home Center software” on
page 17 for additional information.

Using the Home Center software, you can adjust the following default settings for scanned
photos and documents:

• Applications used for file destination(s).

Caution: If you save a document scan to an application, the scan cannot

be later accessed by optical character recognition (OCR) software. If you
want to be able to edit the text of the document after scanning it, save
the scanned document as a file.

• File type used to save the scan.

• The default setting for saved documents is .pdf (Portable Document Format).

With third–party .pdf viewer software installed, this type of file can be viewed
on Web pages or computers. You may also save a scanned document as .rtf
(Rich Text Format). This is a standard file type which can be opened and edited
in standard word–processing software applications.

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Scanning

• The default setting for image files is .jpeg (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

format. This standard file type can be opened and edited in standard image
editing software applications, and can be viewed on Web pages.

• File storage location for saved scans.

• Windows: Document scans are saved by default in the My Documents folder,

and images are saved in the My Pictures folder. They are stored by default in
these locations in a folder titled with the current date.

• Rule for naming scan files.

• By default, scans are named “scan1”, “scan2”, etc.

• Default scan resolution and photo enhancement preferences.

• Color or black-and-white (Windows only).

• Print quality for scanning documents.

Before initiating a scan, you can also preview the scan in Home Center, and crop the output
as desired. When you are satisfied with the intended results, you can initiate the scan
directly from Home Center. See Home Center Help for instructions. To review how to
access Home Center help, see “All-in-One printer Home Center software” on page 17.

Scanning with Macintosh computers is accomplished by using the twain driver available
with your Kodak software. Scanning is supported with any twain-enabled software
application.

Simple scanning

Simple document scans

1 Place the original document at the right front corner of the scanner glass.

2 From the control panel, press

3 Press

4 Press

5 Note that the default

6 Press

 until Scan is selected. Press OK.

 until Scan To is selected. Note that, if your printer is connected to a local

computer, the default setting is
network, all of the available computers are listed in alphabetical order.

 until Scan Destination is selected. As needed, press or to specify which

application on the computer will open the file. Kodak Home Center software appears on
the list by default.

Menu.

USB Connected Computer. If you are connected to a

Scan What setting is Document.

7 Press

8 When the Scanner dialog window displays on your computer, follow the prompts to

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Start.

finish the scanning process.

Simple image scans

1 Complete Steps 1–4 from “Simple document scans” on page 56.

Chapter 7

2 Press

3 Complete Steps 6–8 from “Simple document scans” on page 56.

 until Scan What is selected. Press to specify Photo.

Caution: Although you can scan a document using the Photo option and save

it as an image (.jpeg) file, you will not be able to edit the text later in your
computer. If you want to edit a scanned document later, make sure that you
scan it as a Document, not as a Photo.

Scanning multiple originals simultaneously

When the Scan What option is set to Photo in the Home Center software, your All-in-One
printer can detect multiple photos placed on the scanner glass. Allow some space on the
scanner glass between each item, and use the Home Center software to save each photo as
a separate file. Any images on the scanner glass that overlap are interpreted by the
software as a single image file.

Caution: Home Center cannot interpret two or more documents, photos, or a

combination of documents and photos, as separate scanned items when the

Scan What option is set to Document.

Adjusting scan settings

You can change the default scan settings for your printer using the control panel. When you
change scan settings from the control panel, the settings apply only to the current scan job.
To apply scan settings to all future scan jobs, you can save your changes.

1 From the control panel, press

2 Press

3 Press

4 Here you can press

 until Scan is selected.

OK to display the Scan Options menu. A sample of the menu is shown in the

illustration below.

until the option you want to adjust is selected. If a value is

displayed between the
you want.

Menu.

and symbols in the row, pressor to select the value

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Scanning

5 Any changes you make to the scan settings apply only to the current scan operation. To

keep the settings as permanent, press
press

OK.

 until Save as Defaults is selected, and then

6 Press

The available scan settings are in the following table:

Scan options

Scan What

Scan To

Scan Destination

Save As Defaults



If you select
or .rtf) file, even if the original is a photo. If you select
scanned as an image file, and cannot be read by optical character recognition (OCR)
software.



If your printer is connected to a network, more than one computer name will appear in
this list. If your printer is connected to a printer by the USB cable, the computer name in the
menu is called



You must create a list of one or more applications using Home Center software for any
to display by name in the
separate setting in the display. (Kodak Home Center software is displayed by default; you
do not need to configure your destinations to include it.)

Start to initiate the scan.

Menu Options







Document

USB Connected Computer

and save the scan to a

View Settings /

Select

 or 

 or 

 or 

OK

Scan Destination

Settings

Document

Photo

Computer

Memory Card

File

[Application Name]

, the scan is saved as a document (.pdf

File

Photo, a text document will be

.

settings. Each application will appear as a

In addition, before using a
location where the files will be saved and with the file naming setting. This will prevent
problems later in finding the scan file on your computer.

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Scan Destination

setting of

, familiarize yourself with the

File

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Maintaining Your Printer

Your Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One printer requires little maintenance. However, Kodak
recommends cleaning the scanner glass and lid backing regularly to remove dust and
fingerprints. Fingerprints and other debris on the glass or lid backing could slow down the
printer’s performance, and affect the quality and accuracy of scanning.

Service agreements are available in some countries. Contact dealers for Kodak products
for more information.

For recycling and or disposal information, contact your local authorities. In the U.S., visit
the Electronics Industry Alliance Web site at www.eiae.org

General care

.

Caution: Always disconnect the power on the All-in-One printer before cleaning

it. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or organic solvents on the printer or any
of its parts.

• To clean the printer, wipe the outside with a clean, dry cloth.

• Keep the surrounding area vacuumed and litter-free.

• Protect the printer from tobacco smoke, dust, sand, other small particles (such as

crumbs), and liquid spills.

• Avoid placing objects on the printer.

• Keep the printer supplies away from direct sunlight and out of high-temperature

environments.

• Do not allow chemicals, such as suntan lotion, to come into contact with the painted

surface of the printer.

• If the printer has been exposed to bad weather or has water inside it, turn it off and let it

dry completely. If this does not solve the problem, contact customer support (see
“Contacting Kodak Customer Service & Support” on page 2).

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Cleaning the scanner glass

For good copies and scans, ensure the printer's scanner glass and lid backing are clean;
dust the exterior as needed.

Warning: Do not use abrasives, acetone, benzene, or carbon tetrachloride on the

glass, as they can damage it. Do not place or spray liquid directly on the glass. The
liquid might seep under the glass and damage the device.

1 Unplug the printer and raise the lid.

2 Clean the glass with a soft cloth or sponge slightly moistened with a nonabrasive glass

cleaner.

3 Dry the glass with a lint-free cloth.

4 When finished cleaning, plug in the printer.

Cleaning the scanner lid

Minor debris can accumulate on the document backing located underneath the scanner lid
of the Kodak printer.

Warning: Do not use paper-based wipes, as these might scratch the underside of

the scanner lid. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or organic solvents on the
printer or any of its parts.

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1 Unplug the printer and raise the lid.

2 Clean the underside with a soft cloth or sponge, slightly moistened with a mild soap and

warm water.

3 Wipe the underside gently to loosen debris. Do not scrub.

4 Dry the underside with a chamois or soft cloth.

5 If further cleaning is needed, repeat the previous steps using isopropyl (rubbing)

alcohol, and wipe the underside thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any residual
alcohol.

6 When finished cleaning, plug in the printer.

Monitoring and adjusting the printer's performance

From the control panel, you can perform many tasks to keep this printer in good working
order. For example, you can check the status of the printer’s inkjet nozzle to ensure high­quality prints. Kodak recommends that you run a nozzle check if you are experiencing
changes in image quality. You can also use the
degradation in print quality.

1 Make sure that there are 5

2 Press

3 Press

4 As needed, press

5 Press

6 Follow the prompts on the LCD display to initiate or cancel the task.

Menu to display the main menu.

 until Maintenance is selected.

 until the desired option is selected.

OK.

These available maintenance options are shown in the following table.

–10 sheets of plain paper loaded in the bottom paper tray.

Printhead Alignment function if you see

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Maintenance Options

Check Ink Levels OK

Menu Options Select

Check Paper Levels

Nozzle Check

Printhead Alignment

Clean Printhead

Print Test Page

Format Memory Card

Warning: Formatting will erase all the data on a memory card.

Tip: A printhead alignment and a check of the inkjet nozzle can also be initiated

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

OK

from the Home Center software.

Windows: Open the Home Center Help panel by clicking Help on the Home

Center window, as needed. Click

Printhead Alignment.

Macintosh: Open Home Center window from the dock, and click Maintenance,

and then click

Nozzle Correction or Printhead Alignment.

Maintenance, and then click Nozzle Check or

Replacing ink cartridges

Your Kodak printer uses separate black and color ink cartridges. The ink levels are shown
on the control panel and in the printer software.

Caution: For the best quality prints, store ink cartridges in locations where the

temperature does not exceed 85°F (30°C).

Warning: Use genuine Kodak ink cartridges to ensure best results and avoid

printhead damage not covered under warranty. Third-party ink cartridges may not
work with your printer.

1 Make sure the printer is turned on.

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1 Printhead

2 Color ink cartridge

3 Black ink cartridge

2 Open the printer access door by lifting from the recessed hand-holds on the sides of the

unit. .

The printhead moves to an accessible position for handling the ink cartridges. The ink
cartridges are seated in the printhead.

3 Wait until the printhead stops moving, then pinch the latch on the old ink cartridge with

your thumb and forefinger and lift it out of the printhead.

Note: You can take your used ink cartridges to most office supply or electronics

stores for safe disposal.

4 Open the box containing the new ink cartridge.

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5 Remove the bagged ink cartridge from the box, tear open the bag at the notch, and

remove the ink cartridge.

Caution: Insert the ink cartridge immediately to prevent any drying of the ink.

6 Remove the orange cap from the cartridge by grasping the top edge and pulling/

rotating it off the ink cartridge. Discard the orange cap.

7 Insert the ink cartridge into the printhead.

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8 Press down on the tab until you hear a click and feel the latch snap into position.

Note: Listen carefully during this step; make sure you hear the ink cartridges click

into place in the printhead. This seats the cartridges properly, and prevents ink from
being dispensed incompletely during your print or copy jobs.

9 Close the printer access door. The printhead moves to its ready position and prepares

the new ink cartridge for use (this could take up to a minute).

Replacing the printhead

If your printhead is damaged or broken, you may replace it yourself.

1 Make sure your printer is turned on.

2 Open the printer access door by lifting from the recessed hand-holds on the sides of the

unit.

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1 Printhead

2 Color ink cartridge

3 Black ink cartridge

The printhead moves to an accessible position for handling the ink cartridges. The ink
cartridges are seated in the printhead.

3 Pinch the latch on the ink cartridge with your thumb and forefinger and lift it out of the

print head. Remove both ink cartridges.

Caution: Insert the ink cartridges into the newly installed printhead as soon as

possible to prevent any drying of the ink.

4 Unlatch the printhead by lifting the rectangular latch on the top of the printhead.

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5 Remove the old printhead from the carriage.

6 Remove the new printhead from its bag.

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Caution: Do not touch copper contacts on the printhead, as this may damage it.

7 Remove and discard the black plastic casing and the orange protective cap.

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Listen carefully during this step; make
sure you hear the ink cartridges click
into place in the printhead. This seats
the cartridges properly, and prevents ink
from being dispensed incompletely on
your print or copy jobs.

8 Place the new printhead into the carriage.

9 Push firmly against the target label on the printhead until you hear it click into place.

10 Reinstall the ink cartridges. As needed, see “Replacing ink cartridges” on page 62.

11 Close the printer access door. The printer should now complete a printhead calibration

to ensure that it is ready for normal operation.

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Upgrading the printer software - for Windows

You can upgrade the software and firmware in your All-in-One printer with the most
recent release available. This requires an Internet connection.

Note: The firmware cannot be upgraded when your All-in-One printer is

connected via a network or Wi-Fi. Your All-in-One printer must be connected to
the computer with a USB cable in order to perform a firmware upgrade.

1 If your connection is via Ethernet, disconnect the Ethernet cable. If your connection is

via Wi-Fi, press

Radio off

2 Connect the printer to the computer with a USB cable. The computer must be

connected to the internet.

3 A pop-up window appears at the bottom right corner of your computer monitor stating

“Found New Hardware KODAK ESP 7 AIO, then it will change to “Found New
Hardware. Your new hardware is installed and ready to use.”

4 Open the Kodak AiO HomeCenter.

Menu. Navigate to Network Settings menu and press OK. Select WIFI

.

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5 Click the

6 Under the General Links, click

receive a pop-up window, or you can click on

7 Click

Help button to open the Help Panel.

Maintenance. If there is an update available, you will

Firmware Upgrade.

OK to upgrade. The printer software will begin to load. Do not turn off your printer

while the update is in progress.

8 When the update is complete click

OK.

9 Close the maintenance window. The printer firmware is updated.

10 Next you will update the Home Center software, as well as the printer and scanner

drivers.

11 Under the

Web Links on the Help Panel, click on Check for updates.

12 If an update is available, download it to your computer.

13 When the update is complete, disconnect the USB cable and reconnect your printer to

the Ethernet or Wi-Fi network.

14 Use the

Windows Control Panel to delete the printer from your computer. The USB

printer is named: Kodak ESP7 AiO This will remove the USB drivers.

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Upgrading the printer software - for Macintosh

You can upgrade the software and firmware for in your All-in-One printer with the most
recent release available. This requires an Internet connection.

Note: The firmware cannot be upgraded when your All-in-One printer is

connected via a network or Wi-Fi. Your All-in-One printer must be connected to
the computer with a USB cable in order to perform a firmware upgrade.

1 If your connection is via Ethernet, disconnect the Ethernet cable. If your connection is

via Wi-Fi, press

Radio off

2 Connect the printer to the computer with a USB cable. The computer must be

connected to the internet.

3 Open a browser window and enter the following URL:

http://www.kodak.com/go/aiosupport.

4 Select your printer model.

Menu. Navigate to Network Settings menu and press OK. Select WIFI

.

5 Under

Downloads, select Software Driver and Firmware Downloads.

6 Select your operating system from the drop down list.

7 Download the software.

8 Double-click on the *.dmg file.

9 Double-click on

Install Software.

10 Follow the onscreen prompts on the installer.

11 Upon completion of the install, click

Restart. The Home Center software and the printer

and scanner drivers are updated.

12 Next you will update printer firmware.

13 Open a browser window and enter the following URL:

http://www.kodak.com/go/aiosupport.

14 Select your printer model.

15 Under

Downloads, select Software Driver and Firmware Downloads.

16 Select your operating system from the drop down list.

17 Download the firmware.

18 Double-click on the *.dmg file.

19 Double-click on

20 Upon completion of the install, click

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Kodak AiO Updater.

Quit. The printer firmware is updated.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting “quick start”

Kodak provides several methods to help you troubleshoot your All-in-One printer issues.
Here are some quick tips:

• Turn off your printer and then unplug it. Wait five seconds, and then plug the power

cord back into the printer. Finally, turn the printer back on.

• Confirm that you are using a 2.0 USB cable to connect the printer to your computer. If

you need to buy one, they are available online at www.kodak.com/go/aio
local electronics and printer retailer.

• Make sure that you have the most up-to-date All-in-One printer software and Help files

from the Internet. Visit www.kodak.com/go/support

, or from your

to download the latest files.

• View the troubleshooting information found in Kodak Home Center software on your

computer. After opening Home Center, click the question mark (

• Macintosh: The button is located at the lower-left of the Home Center window.

• Windows: The button is located at the upper-right of the Home Center window.

Use the Help window to view troubleshooting topics. (Windows users can also select

Troubleshoot from the Help panel on the main Home Center window.)

• You can also get troubleshooting help at the Kodak Web site. Visit www.kodak.com/

go/support for support for your Kodak printer.

Note: Many issues with degradation in performance or print quality can be

resolved by meeting or exceeding the recommended system requirements. See
Chapter 10 on page 71.

General troubleshooting

Printer fails to power on

Probable Cause

The power supply is not properly connected.

?) button:

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Troubleshooting

Corrective Action

• Make sure the electrical power cord is connected to the alternating current power

adapter and is plugged into a grounded power outlet or power strip.

• If using a power strip, make sure it is turned on.

• If using a switched power outlet, make sure the switch is on.

• Make sure the power outlet is supplying power.

• Verify the light on the Kodak printer power cord plug is lit.

Probable Cause 2

The USB cable was unplugged from the printer and then reconnected; or, power to the
printer is interrupted.

Corrective Action

Restart the computer.

Probable Cause 3

The USB cable is not 2.0 compliant.

Corrective Action

1 Replace the USB cable with a USB 2.0 compliant cable.

Note: For optimal quality and performance, use a good-quality high speed USB 2.0

cable. When connecting to the Kodak All-in-One printer, use the USB ports located
in the back of the computer. Any USB 2.0 hubs that are used should be self­powered.

2 Restart the computer.

If none of the above corrects the problem, contact Kodak support.

Device not recognized

Probable Cause

Any of the following can prevent your Kodak All-in-One printer from reading a connected
device (digital camera, USB drive, or memory card).

• The camera is turned OFF.

• The USB connector on a USB drive is not fully inserted into the USB port.

• The memory card is not completely inserted, or is not inserted into the correct card slot.

• The file system on the device is corrupt.

• More than one device is inserted at a time.

• The USB device is not supported.

• The USB cable is faulty.

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Corrective Action

• Correct any connection problems and try again.

• If the file system is corrupt, reformat it.

• Disconnect the unsupported device.

Note: If the USB drive uses an NTFS or HFS formatting system, the printer may not

be able to read it. Macintosh users may need to transfer these files directly to their
computer, and then print to the printer from there.

Ink cartridge not recognized

Probable Cause 1

The color or black ink cartridge installed was not recognized.

Warning: Generic or non-Kodak ink cartridges may not function with the

All-in-One printer. Kodak recommends using genuine Kodak ink cartridges.

Corrective Action

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Install a genuine Kodak ink cartridge.

Probable Cause 2

One of the ink cartridges needs to be replaced.

Corrective Action

Replace the ink cartridge.

Multiple paper feed

Probable Cause

Multiple sheets of paper were pulled through printer.

Corrective Action

Caution: Kodak Inkjet paper is recommended for your Kodak All-in-One printer.

1 Remove the paper from the paper tray.

2 Carefully “fan” the paper to keep the sheets from sticking together.

3 Reload the paper tray. Do not overfill.

4 Press

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OK.

Troubleshooting

Multiple pictures not scanned properly

When scanning or copying, the Kodak printer can detect multiple images on the scanner
glass, straighten them, and create individual files. If you are having trouble with this
feature, check the following:

Probable Cause 1

Your photos are not placed optimally on the scanner glass.

Corrective Action

• Make sure that your photos do not overlap.

• Place photos away from the edges of the scanner glass.

• Some images do not scan well. Light-colored images may not be detected as separate

images.

• You may need to make adjustments to the scanning area using the Preview feature in

the Kodak Home Center.

Probable Cause 2

The scanner glass is dirty.

Corrective Action

Make sure the scanner glass is completely clean or the photos might not scan properly (see
“Cleaning the scanner glass” on page 60).

Probable Cause 3

The scanner lid is dirty.

Corrective Action

Clean the scanner lid (see “Cleaning the scanner lid” on page 60).

Probable Cause 4

The

Scan What Document option on the Scan menu was selected, instead of the

Scan What Photo option.

Corrective Action

Scan the photos again in the appropriate format.

No communication with computer

Probable Cause

Your Kodak printer is not connected to your computer.

Corrective Action

• Make sure your printer is plugged in and turned on.

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• Make sure you are using the proper USB cable (USB 2.0).

• If you are using a USB hub to connect the USB cable to the computer, make sure that it

has power. Use a self-powered (connected to an electrical outlet) USB hub instead of
one that uses the computer’s internal power.

• Check the connection from your computer to your printer. Ensure that the square end of

the USB cable is plugged in to the USB port on the back of your printer, and the flat end
into a USB port on your computer.

• You may need to disconnect other printers or scanners from your computer.

• After checking connections, restart your computer.

• Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements, otherwise

upgrade your system if necessary.

For more information on connecting your printer to your computer, see the
booklet that came with your printer.

No paper feed

Probable Cause

The paper tray may be empty, or there may be a problem with the paper in the tray.

Corrective Action

If the tray is empty, load paper into the paper tray, then resume printing. Check for a
message from the printer status monitor (Windows) or the printer queue window
(Macintosh) on your computer. Check for a problem with the paper in the tray.

To check the paper

1 Inspect the paper and make sure no paper sheets are damaged in any way. Reload with

new paper, if necessary.

2 Carefully “fan” the paper to keep the sheets from sticking together.

3 Reload the paper tray. Do not overfill.

Start Here

Caution: Kodak Inkjet paper is recommended for your Kodak All-in-One printer.

4 Press

OK.

One or more of the colors on the calibration sheet is missing

Probable Cause

The printhead is not installed correctly. If the printhead has been working properly, it may
have come loose.

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Corrective Action

If the printhead has come loose:

1 Open the printer access door, then remove the black and color ink cartridges.

2 Press the printhead release button.

3 Lift the printhead out.

4 Reinsert the printhead and ink cartridges.

Note: See “Replacing the printhead” on page 65 for illustrated instructions for

performing this procedure.

Paper jam

Probable Cause

The paper did not advance, was not picked up properly from the paper tray, or is lodged
inside the printer.

Corrective Action

1 Remove the paper from the tray used when the jam occurred.

2 Turn off the printer.

3 Open the rear access area and pull the paper out from the rollers without tearing it.

4 Reload the paper tray, but do not overfill it.

If this does not resolve your printing issue, contact Kodak Service and Support

Caution: Kodak Inkjet paper is recommended for your Kodak All-in-One printer.

Caution: If the paper tears while removing it, make sure you remove all the torn

pieces. More jams are likely to occur when torn pieces are left in the printer.

.

5 Turn the printer on.

6 Press

OK.

Printer not responding

Probable Cause

The firmware or software is not in a ready state.

Corrective Action

• Turn the printer off and turn it back on.

• If the problem persists, unplug the power cord from the power supply and plug it back

in.

• If the problem continues to persist, restart your computer.

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Transfer pictures failure

Problem

Nothing happens when you try to transfer photos to the computer.

Corrective Action

• Remove the memory card or USB device and reinsert it.

• Check the power connection to the computer.

• If you are trying to transfer photos from a memory card and a PictBridge camera is

connected, disconnect the camera.

• Close any unnecessary software applications, and minimize any remaining application

windows. Follow any messages on the screen that may have been hidden by other
windows.

• Disconnect, then reconnect the USB cable from the printer to the computer.

• Make sure you are using a high-quality USB cable which is communicating with the

computer. (See “No communication with computer” on page 74.)

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• If the pictures are on a USB device, make sure it uses a supported file system (see

“Device not recognized” on page 72).

• Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements for using your

printer (see “General troubleshooting” on page 71). Upgrade your system if necessary.

User guide on the CD is obsolete

Probable Cause

The User Guide has been updated since the software CD was released.

Corrective Action

• Download the most recent version of the User Guide from Kodak.com.

Wrong paper size

Probable Cause

The print size or paper size you selected may be larger or smaller than the paper found in
the paper tray.

Corrective Action

1 Replace the paper in the paper tray with the correct size.

2 Press

If the situation continues, contact Kodak support.

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OK.

Troubleshooting

Macintosh OS X troubleshooting

Non-intel Mac only: black screen or screen freeze occurs when

applying printer settings via the Home Center software

Probable Cause

This error only occurs with non-Intel Macintosh computers running Leopard OS version

10.5. Apple has confirmed that there are problems running the latest version (Leopard) on
G5 processors.

Corrective Action

Upgrade to Macintosh OS 10.5.2.

Windows Vista troubleshooting

WIA (Windows Image Acquisition) error: service has

stopped working

This results in the inability to connect a camera and transfer pictures from the camera.
Neither the camera nor the printer is visible through the
the Print Photo Options menu.

Transfer All to My PC option on

Probable Cause 1

The USB cable is unplugged and reconnected to the printer.

Probable Cause 2

When a printer-terminated error occurs.

Probable Cause 3

Power is interrupted.

Corrective Action

Restart the computer and printer.

Home Center software on Windows works incorrectly following
software upgrade

Probable Cause

Some changes in the Home Center software on Windows systems may have been affected
by enabled Security and/or User Account Control settings.

Corrective Action

1 Right-click on the Home Center icon (shortcut) on the Desktop.

2 Select

3 Select the Compatibility tab.

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Properties.

4 Check the box that says “Run the program as an administrator”.

Print troubleshooting

Use this section to resolve print problems.

Envelope printing incorrect

Probable Cause

The envelopes are not loaded correctly.

Corrective Action

1 Remove the envelopes from the paper tray.

2 Straighten the stack of envelopes against a flat surface. Reload the stack into the paper

tray print side down, with the envelope flap aligned to the left.

3 Squeeze the paper guide and slide it to the right until it touches the edge of the

envelopes.

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Multiple-page document not printing in reverse order
(Windows only)

Note: On a Macintosh, Reverse Page Order printing is the default setting. See “To

set a Macintosh to print the first page of a document first:” below.

Probable Cause

The print settings on your computer are set to print the first page of your document first.

Corrective Action

Configure the printer to print the document in reverse order, so the pages are in the correct
order when printing is complete.

To set a Windows PC to print in reverse order:

1 On the Windows Desktop, click

2 In the Control Panel window, open Printers or Printers and Faxes.

3 In the Windows Explorer window, Right-click on the Kodak All-in-One printer in the

Name column, and then select Printing Preferences.

4 On the Printing Preferences window, select

Start > Settings > Control Panel.

Print last page first on the General tab.

Multiple-page document not printing in first-page-first order

(Macintosh only)

Probable Cause

The print settings on your computer are set to print the document in reverse order.

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Corrective Action

Configure the printer to print the document first-page first.

To set a Macintosh to print the first page of a document first:

1 On the File menu, select

2 On the Print dialog, select

3 Select the

Normal Page Order option.

Print.

Paper Handling.

PictBridge camera not detected

Probable Cause

The camera is not communicating with the printer.

Corrective Action

• Make sure the camera is turned on.

• Check the USB connections from the PictBridge camera to the printer.

• If disconnected, reconnect the USB cable from the PictBridge camera to the printer.

• Make sure the connected camera is PictBridge-compatible. See your camera or device

user’s guide for details.

• Check the camera batteries.

Picture cropped

• Change the picture quality setting (or resolution) on your digital camera to 3:2. See your

camera user’s guide for details.

• Adjust cropped photos using the Kodak Home Center software (Windows only) or

other image editing software on your computer.

• If you are printing from an application on your computer, select the proper paper size

from the printer options.

Note: Cropping may vary, depending on the selected picture size and size of the

output paper.
from each paper size so a portion will be cropped to fit perfectly on whatever paper
size was selected.

Picture print smudged

Probable Cause

Fingerprints are on the glossy side of paper.

Corrective Action

Handle paper by the edges.

The dimensions of the photo on the camera are slightly different

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Picture will not print

A selected picture does not print.

Probable Cause 1

The image file may be corrupt.

Corrective Action

Review the picture on the camera or computer and delete it if necessary.

Probable Cause 2

The image file may not be in JPEG format.

Corrective Action

The Kodak printer can print only JPEG files in stand-alone mode. Connect the printer to a
computer and use software to print other image formats.

Poor print quality

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Probable Cause

Low resolution image file or the printer may need maintenance.

Corrective Action

• Align the printhead (see “Monitoring and adjusting the printer's performance” on

page 61).

• Perform a nozzle check with the Home Center software.

• Clean the printhead from Home Center, or from the Maintenance menu on the printer

control panel. If the printhead is clogged, the printouts should begin to improve with
two or three cleanings. Repeat the cleaning cycle until the printout stops improving.

• If the problem still persists, you may need to replace the printhead (see “Replacing the

printhead” on page 65).

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Troubleshooting

Print skewed or slanted

Probable Cause 1

The paper is not properly loaded in the tray.

Caution: Kodak Inkjet paper is recommended for your Kodak All-in-One printer.

Corrective Action

Realign the paper in the paper tray.

1 Remove paper and check for wrinkles and tears.

2 Slide the paper edge guide away from the paper.

3 Straighten the stack of paper against a flat surface, and reload it into the paper tray.

4 Slide the paper edge guide up against the edge of the paper.

Probable Cause 2

More than one type or size of paper is loaded.

Corrective Action

Load only one type or size of paper at a time.

Print spotted

Probable Cause

Paper may be dirty.

Corrective Action

Use a dry, lint-free cloth to wipe clean. For excessive dirt or debris, thoroughly clean the
paper tray, and load new paper.

Print too dark

• Try taking the picture again with the flash on, or move within the flash range of the

camera. Refer to your camera user’s guide for details.

• Adjust the exposure compensation on your camera and try taking the picture again.

Refer to your camera user’s guide for details.

Note: When you are not using the printer, keep paper tray covers closed to keep

dust and debris from collecting on the paper or inside the printer.

• Edit the picture using Kodak Home Center (Windows only) or other image editing

software.

• Make sure the printer is not placed in direct sunlight or is not operating in a high-

temperature environment.

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Print too light

.

• Make sure the paper is loaded with the print side face down. Reload it if necessary.

• Try taking the picture again with the flash off. Refer to your camera user’s guide for

details.

• Adjust the exposure compensation on your camera and try taking the picture again.

Refer to your camera user’s guide for details.

• Edit the picture on your computer.

Printing slow

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Caution: For best results, use Kodak paper and ink cartridges for your Kodak

All-in-One printer.

Note: When printing a large number of prints, printing may slow down to prevent

the printhead from overheating.

• Make sure the printer is not placed in direct sunlight or is not operating in a high-

temperature environment (higher than 95° Fahrenheit or 35° Celsius).

• Close any unnecessary software applications.

• Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements. Upgrade your

system if necessary.

Printing stops

Printing stops during mid-print. Paper stops feeding, and status light may blink.

To check the paper:

1 Remove any loose paper from the printer. Check the paper access door in the rear of the

printer.

2 Inspect the paper supplies and reload with new paper if necessary.

3 Carefully “fan” the paper to keep the sheets from sticking together.

4 Reload the paper tray. Do not overload.

Caution: For best results, use Kodak paper and ink cartridges for your Kodak

All-in-One printer.

5 Press

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Start to continue.

Troubleshooting

White edges on borderless prints

Probable Cause 1

White edges can appear when there are slight misalignments between the printer and
paper. Some software applications are able to “hide” these small misalignments so that the
prints look borderless.

Corrective Action

• Realign the paper in the tray.

• Use the application's Fit to Page/Fill Page option, or resize the picture so it is slightly

larger than the paper size.

Probable Cause 2

If the image's proportions or dimensions are not compatible with the selected paper size,
the print usually will not be borderless. For example, if a square image is printed on 4 x 6­inch paper, it will often print as a 4 x 4 inch image, with white edges on each side of the
print job.

Corrective Action 2

Crop the image so it is compatible with the selected paper size.

Copy troubleshooting

Copy cut off

Probable Cause

The original is larger than the paper loaded.

Corrective Action

When the original is larger than the paper loaded, use the
copy size to fit the size of the paper loaded.

Scan troubleshooting

Scan fails

Probable Cause 1

Your computer is not turned ON.

Fit to Page feature to reduce

Corrective Action

Turn on your computer.

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Probable Cause 2

Your Kodak printer is not connected to your computer.

Corrective Action

Connect your Kodak printer to your computer with a standard USB cable.

Probable Cause 3

The Kodak Home Center software is not installed.

Corrective Action

Insert the Kodak printer installation CD and install the software.

Probable Cause 4

Your computer system resources may be low.

Corrective Action

• Turn off your computer and the printer, and then turn them back on.

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• If the problem still persists, try scanning at a lower resolution.

Probable cause 5

The memory card to which you are scanning does not have enough free space to save the
scanned photo.

Corrective action

Remove some files from the memory card to free up some space.

Scanned image blank

Probable Cause

Your original is not placed correctly on the scanner glass.

Corrective Action

Place your original face down in the proper corner of the scanner glass.

Network troubleshooting

Wired network troubleshooting

Computer unable to detect the All-in-One printer

Probable Cause 1

Cables are not connected properly.

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Troubleshooting

Corrective Action

Check the following cables to ensure they are properly connected.

• Cables between the hub or router and your computer

• Cables between the All-in-One printer and the hub or router

• Cables to and from your modem or printer Internet connection (if applicable)

Probable Cause 2

Your Local Area Network card (LAN card) is not set up properly.

Corrective Action

Verify the setup of your LAN card.

To check your LAN card (Windows)

1 Open the Control Panel.

2 Double-click

3 In the

4 Click

System Properties dialog box, click the Hardware tab.

Device Manager.

System.

5 Make sure your card shows up under Network Adapters.

6 Refer to the documentation that came with your card.

To check your LAN card (Macintosh)

1 Click the Apple icon on the Menu bar.

2 Select

3 In the System Profiler, click

About This Mac and then click More Info. The System Profiler is displayed.

Network.

4 Make sure your LAN card appears in the list.

Probable Cause 3

You do not have an active network connection.

Corrective Action

Check to see if you have an active network connection.

To see if you have an active network connection

Check the two Ethernet indicator lights on the top and bottom of the RJ-45 Ethernet jack
on the back of the printer. The lights indicate the following:

Top light If this light is a solid green, the device is properly connected to the

network, and communications have been established. If the top light is
off, there is no network connection.

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Bottom light This yellow light flashes when data is being sent or received by the

device over the network.

To establish an active network connection

1 Check the cable connections from the All-in-One printer to your gateway, router, or hub

to ensure connections are secure.

2 If the connections are secure, turn off the power on the All-in-One printer, and then turn

it on again. Press the

On/Off button on the control panel to turn the printer off, and

press it again to turn it back on. Also, turn off the power on your router or hub, and then
turn it on again.

No TCP/IP

Probable Cause

Your Local Area Network (LAN) card is not installed properly.

Corrective Action

Make sure your LAN card is installed properly and set up for TCP/IP. See the instructions
that came with your LAN card.

Printer not found

Probable Cause 1

The All-in-One printer is not turned on.

Corrective Action

Turn on the printer.

Probable Cause 2

You do not have an active network connection.

Corrective Action

Make sure you have an active network connection.

To make sure your network connection is active

1 If the connections are secure, turn off the power on the All-in-One printer, and then turn

it on again. Press the
press it again to turn it back on. Also, turn off the power on your router or hub, and then
turn it on again.

2 Check the cable connections from the printer to your gateway, router, or hub to ensure

connections are secure.

On/Off button on the control panel to turn the printer off, and

3 Make sure the printer is connected to the network with a CAT-5 or better Ethernet

cable.

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Troubleshooting

Probable Cause 3

Cables are not connected properly.

Corrective Action

Check the following cables to ensure they are connected properly.

• Cables between the All-in-One printer and the hub or router

• Cables between the hub or router and your computer

• Cables to and from your modem or printer Internet connection (if applicable)

Probable Cause 4

A firewall, anti-virus, or anti-spyware application is preventing the printer from accessing
your computer.

Corrective Action

Many firewall security programs have different levels of firewall security (Block All, High,
Medium, Low), and some high levels of protection may prevent certain software
applications and/or services from being permitted to operate through the network with
enabled firewall security.

Via the firewall security program on your PC, manually allow inbound and outbound
application permission through the firewall for the following services required for the
wireless All-in-One operations:

Bonjour Service
(C:\Program Files\Bonjour\mDNSResponder.exe)

Kodak AiO Network Discovery Service
(C:\Program Files\Kodak\Printer\Center\EKDiscovery.exe)

Kodak AiO Device Service
(C:\Program Files\Kodak\Printer\Center\KodakSvc.exe)

Kodak AiO Home Center
(C:\Program Files\Kodak\Printer\Center\AiOHomeCenter.exe)

Please visit http://www.kodak.com/go/inkjetnetworking for detailed instructions on
adding these firewall permissions for the Kodak printer network services for 20 of the top
rated firewall security programs on the market. Please also visit your firewall
Manufacturer’s online help website if necessary.

More advanced network users may also choose to allow inbound and outbound port
permission through their firewall for the following ports associated with the wireless
printer:
Port 5353 (UDP)
Port 9322 (TCP)

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Probable Cause 5

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is preventing the printer from accessing your computer.

Corrective Action

Try temporarily disabling the VPN before proceeding with the installation.

Note: The All-in-One printer functionality will be limited during VPN sessions.

Probable Cause 6

The Ethernet cable is not plugged in to the router, switch, or hub. The cable may also be
defective.

Corrective Action

Try reinserting the cables. Or, if necessary, try a different cable.

Probable Cause 7

The All-in-One printer is assigned an AutoIP address instead of DHCP.

Corrective Action

This indicates that the printer is not connected properly to the network. Check the
following:

• Make sure all cables are connected properly and securely.

• If the cables are connected properly, your access point, router, or home gateway might

not be sending an address. If this is the case, you might need to reset the device.

• Make sure the All-in-One printer is on the correct network.

• Restart your All-in-One printer.

Probable Cause 8

The printer is on the wrong Subnet or gateway.

Corrective Action

Print a network configuration page, and verify that the router and printer are on the same
subnet and gateway.

To print the network configuration page

1 On the control panel of the printer, press

2 Press

 until Network Settings is highlighted, and then press OK.

Menu.

3 Press

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 until Print Network Configuration is highlighted, and then press OK.

Troubleshooting

No IP address with cable modem (without a router)

Probable Cause

If you have a computer with a cable modem, a separate Local Area Network (LAN) for your
other computers, and no DHCP or router, you must use
the other computers and to the printer.

Corrective Action

To obtain an IP address for the computer with the cable modem

Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) assigns either a static or dynamic IP address to the
computer with the cable modem.

To assign IP addresses to the remaining computers and the All-in-One printer

Use

AutoIP to assign IP addresses to the remaining computers and the printer. Do not

assign a static IP address.

Wireless troubleshooting

AutoIP to assign IP addresses to

No SSID

Probable Cause 1

Your access point is not broadcasting its network name (SSID) because the

SSID

option is turned off.

Corrective Action

Access the Embedded Web Server and turn on the

Probable Cause 2

The access point (infrastructure) or computer (ad hoc) is out of range.

Corrective Action

In order to establish a good signal between the printer and access point (infrastructure) or
computer (ad hoc), try doing the following things separately or in combination.

Broadcast SSID option.

• If there is a long distance between your computer or access point and the printer, move

them closer together.

• If there are metal objects (such as a metal bookcase or refrigerator) in the transmission

path, clear the path between the printer and the computer or access point.

• If a cordless telephone, microwave, or other device that emits radio signals transmitting

at 2.4 GHz is nearby, move it farther away to reduce radio interference.

Broadcast

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Note: Devices like wireless speakers or wireless gaming accessories can emit

radio interference at 2.4 GHz. You can verify this on your wireless desktop or
laptop computer by viewing sporadic signal bars in your Wi-Fi status utility.

Repositioning your computer away from these sources of signal interference can
improve your computer network performance. For example:

• Do place the AP/router in a central room.

• Do not place wireless entertainment devices between the AP/router and

wireless computer.

• Do not place wireless entertainment devices between the AP/router and Wi-Fi

All-in-One printer.

Probable Cause 3

The SSID is not visible because it is at the bottom of the list.

Corrective Action

 to scroll to the bottom of the list. Infrastructure entries are listed first and ad hoc

Press
entries last.

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Probable Cause 4

The access point firmware needs updating.

Corrective Action

Check for firmware updates for your access point on the manufacturer's web site. Update
the firmware on the access point.

Probable Cause 5

Your wireless adapter on your computer is not broadcasting the SSID (ad hoc).

Corrective Action

Verify that the wireless adapter is broadcasting the SSID. Print a network configuration
page from the All-in-One printer, and verify that the SSID for the wireless adapter appears
on the network configuration page. If the wireless adapter is not broadcasting the SSID, see
the documentation that came with your computer.

Probable Cause 6

The firmware for the wireless adapter on your computer needs updating (ad hoc).

Corrective Action

Check for firmware updates for your wireless adapter on the manufacturer's Web site, and
then update the firmware.

Probable Cause 7

An Ethernet cable is connected to the printer.

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Troubleshooting

Corrective Action

Unplug the Ethernet cable.

Weak signal

Probable Cause

The access point is too far away or there is interference.

Corrective Action

• If there is a long distance between your computer or access point and the printer, move

them closer together.

• If there are metal objects (such as a metal bookcase or refrigerator) in the transmission

path, clear the path between the printer and the computer or access point.

• If a cordless telephone, microwave, or other device that emits radio signals transmitting

at 2.4 GHz is nearby, move it farther away to reduce radio interference. See Note
page 94.

Cannot connect to network

on

Probable Cause 1

The equipment is not turned on.

Corrective Action

Turn on the networked devices, such as the access point for an infrastructure network, or
the computer for an ad hoc network. For more information on how to turn on the access
point, see the documentation that came with your access point.

Probable Cause 2

The All-in-One printer is not receiving a signal.

Corrective Action

Move the access point and the printer closer together. Then go through setup again.

Probable Cause 3

You have entered the SSID incorrectly.

Corrective Action

Enter the SSID correctly. Remember that the SSID is case-sensitive.

Probable Cause 4

You have entered the WEP key incorrectly.

Corrective Action

Enter the WEP key correctly. Remember that the WEP key is case-sensitive.

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