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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents WorkForce 545/645 Series User's Guide ....................13 Product Basics ............................14 Setting Up the Control Panel ......................14 Control Panel Buttons and Lights ....................14 Adjusting Control Panel Position ....................16 Changing LCD Screen Language....................16 Turning Off Control Panel Sounds....................17 Product Parts Locations ........................
Page 4 Copying Options..........................58 Printing From a Computer ........................60 Printing with Windows ........................60 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows ..................60 Print Quality Options - Windows ....................63 Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows..................63 Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows ..............63 Double-sided Printing Options - Windows.................
Page 5 Starting a Scan Using the Product Control Panel ................ 100 Scan to Memory Card Options....................102 Changing Default Scan Button Settings.................. 102 Starting a Scan Using the Epson Scan Icon ................103 Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program .................. 105 Selecting Epson Scan Settings ......................107 Scan Modes ..........................
Page 6 Selecting a Scan Size - Professional Mode ................130 Image Preview Guidelines......................133 Scan Resolution Guidelines ......................133 Selecting Scan File Settings ......................134 Available Scanned File Types and Optional Settings.............. 135 Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6/10.7....................136 Scanning to a PDF File........................138 Restoring Photo Colors as You Scan ....................
Page 7 Printing Your Speed Dial List ....................169 Creating Group Dial List Entries....................170 Printing Your Group Dial List....................173 Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using the Fax Utility - Windows..........174 Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using the Fax Utility - Mac OS X .......... 178 Sending Faxes ..........................
Page 8 Checking Cartridge Status on the LCD Screen ................231 Checking Cartridge Status with Windows..................232 Checking Cartridge Status with Mac OS X .................. 235 Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges......................236 Ink Cartridge Part Numbers ......................236 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges.................... 237...
Page 9 Printing With Expended Color Cartridges - Windows ..............242 Printing With Expended Color Cartridges - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 ......... 242 Conserving Low Black Ink with Windows ..................243 Adjusting Print Quality..........................245 Print Head Maintenance........................245 Print Head Nozzle Check......................245 Checking the Nozzles Using the Product Control Panel ............
Page 10 Blurry or Smeared Printout ......................300 Faint Printout or Printout Has Gaps ..................... 302 Grainy Printout..........................302 Incorrect Colors ........................... 303 Solving Scanning Problems ......................304 Scanning Software Does Not Operate Correctly ................. 304 Cannot Start Epson Scan ......................304...
Page 11 Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems ..................305 Image Consists of a Few Dots Only..................... 305 Line of Dots Appears in All Scanned Images................306 Straight Lines in an Image Appear Crooked ................306 Image is Distorted or Blurry ......................306 Image Colors are Patchy at the Edges ..................
Page 12 FCC Compliance Statement......................327 Software Notices ..........................329 Trademarks ............................333 Copyright Notice..........................333 libTIFF Software Acknowledgment....................334 A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials........... 334 Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products..........335 Copyright Attribution ........................335...
Page 13: Workforce 545/645 Series User's Guide
WorkForce 545/645 Series User's Guide Welcome to the WorkForce 545/645 Series User's Guide.
Page 14: Product Basics
Turning Off Control Panel Sounds Parent topic: Product Basics Control Panel Buttons and Lights Note: The illustrations in this manual show the WorkForce 645 Series. The instructions apply to both the WorkForce 545 Series and WorkForce 645 Series unless otherwise noted.
Page 15 The On light On button The Photo button The Display/Crop button The Copy button The Reduce/Enlarge button The Quality button The LCD screen Menu button The arrow buttons and the OK button The number pad The Auto Answer light The Fax button auto answer button, the Redial/Pause button, and the Speed Dial button...
Page 16: Adjusting Control Panel Position
The Color Start button in the Fax section of the control panel Start Scan button Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel Adjusting Control Panel Position You can adjust the position of the control panel to make it easier to use. •...
Page 17: Turning Off Control Panel Sounds
5. Press the Copy button to exit. Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel Turning Off Control Panel Sounds You can turn off the sound heard when you press buttons on the control panel. 1. Press the Setup button. 2. Press the arrow buttons to select Printer Setup and press the OK button. 3.
Page 18: Product Parts - Top
Product Parts - Top Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) Edge guide ADF paper support ADF output tray ADF cover Control panel...
Page 19 Memory card slots Memory card access light USB Type A port for external devices Scanner glass Parent topic: Product Parts Locations...
Page 20: Product Parts - Front
Product Parts - Front Output tray Output tray extension Stopper Paper cassette Edge guides Parent topic: Product Parts Locations...
Page 21: Product Parts - Inside
Product Parts - Inside Scanner unit Ink cartridge holder in home position Parent topic: Product Parts Locations...
Page 22: Product Parts - Back
Product Parts - Back Rear cover (Auto duplexer on the WorkForce 645 Series) LINE port EXT port AC inlet LAN port USB port Parent topic: Product Parts Locations Two-Sided Printing, Scanning, Copying, and Faxing You can print on both sides of the page automatically, using the product's built-in duplexer (WorkForce 645 Series only).
Page 23 • To print on both sides of the page from your computer, load plain paper or Epson Bright White Paper, and select 2-Sided Printing (Windows) or one of the Two-sided Printing settings (Mac OS X).
Page 24: Selecting Wireless Network Settings From The Control Panel
CD. The installer program guides you through network setup. Note: Breakdown or repair of this product may cause loss of fax and network data and settings. Epson is not responsible for backing up or recovering data and settings during or after the warranty period. We recommend that you make your own backup or print out your fax and network data and settings.
Page 25 5. Select the name of your wireless network (SSID) or enter the name manually. Note: To enter the wireless network name manually, press the arrow buttons to select Other SSIDs and press the OK button. Use the displayed keypad to enter your network name, as described in the next step.
Page 26 8. If you want to print a network setup report, select Yes and press the OK button. (Otherwise, select No.) 9. Press the Copy button to exit. The WiFi light should now be on, but not flashing. Note: If the WiFi light is off, you may have selected the wrong network name (SSID) or entered the password incorrectly.
Page 27: Loading Paper
Loading Paper for Documents Loading Paper for Photos Loading Envelopes Paper Loading Capacity Available Epson Papers Borderless Paper Type Compatibility Paper or Media Type Settings Loading Paper for Documents You can print documents on a variety of paper types and sizes.
Page 28 2. Pull out the paper cassette. 3. Slide the edge guides outward. Note: If you are using legal-size paper, push the tab and extend the paper cassette.
Page 29 4. Slide the edge guide shown below to your paper size.
Page 30 5. Load a stack of paper, printable side down, against the edge guide as shown. Note: Make sure the paper is loaded against the edge guide and not sticking out from the end of the cassette.
Page 31 6. Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too tight. Note: Make sure the paper fits beneath the top edges of the guide. Caution: To prevent paper feeding problems, make sure you do not load too much paper in the cassette.
Page 32 7. Gently replace the paper cassette. Note: The paper may slide forward slightly as you insert the cassette. This is normal. 8. Extend the output tray and open the paper stopper.
Page 33: Loading Paper For Photos
Note: If you are using legal-size or longer paper, do not open the paper stopper. Do not remove or insert the paper cassette during printing. Always follow these paper loading guidelines: • Load only the recommended number of sheets. • Load paper short edge first, no matter which way your document faces. •...
Page 34 2. Pull out the paper cassette. 3. Slide the edge guides outward.
Page 35 4. Slide the edge guide shown below to your paper size. 5. Load photo paper, printable side down, against the edge guide as shown. Note: Make sure the paper is loaded against the edge guide and not sticking out from the end of the cassette.
Page 36 6. Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too tight. Note: Make sure the paper fits beneath the top edges of the guide. Caution: To prevent paper feeding problems, make sure you do not load too much paper in the cassette.
Page 37 7. Gently replace the paper cassette. Note: The paper may slide forward slightly as you insert the cassette. This is normal. 8. Extend the output tray and open the paper stopper.
Page 38: Loading Envelopes
Always follow these paper loading guidelines: • Load only the recommended number of sheets. • Load paper short edge first, no matter which way your document faces. • Do not load paper above the arrow mark inside the edge guide. •...
Page 39 2. Pull out the paper cassette. 3. Slide the edge guides outward.
Page 40 4. Slide the edge guide shown below to your envelope size. 5. Load envelopes, printable side down, against the edge guide as shown. Note: Make sure the envelopes are loaded against the edge guide and not sticking out from the end of the cassette.
Page 41 6. Slide the edge guides against the envelopes, but not too tight. Note: Make sure the envelopes fit beneath the top edges of the guide. Caution: To prevent paper feeding problems, make sure you do not load too many envelopes in the cassette.
Page 42 7. Gently replace the paper cassette. Note: The paper may slide forward slightly as you insert the cassette. This is normal. 8. Extend the output tray and open the paper stopper.
Page 43: Paper Loading Capacity
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double- sided Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets 1 sheet Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper...
Page 44: Available Epson Papers
1 sheet. Parent topic: Loading Paper Available Epson Papers You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller.
Page 45 Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S042181 Glossy S042174 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm) S041945 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) S041946 Letter (8.5 ×...
Page 46: Borderless Paper Type Compatibility
Borderless Paper Type Compatibility You can print borderless photos on compatible paper types in compatible sizes: Borderless Paper Types • Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided • Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte • Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte •...
Page 47 Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double- sided Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided Envelopes Envelope Note: The settings listed here are available only when printing from your computer; they do not apply to your product's control panel settings.
Page 48: Placing Originals On The Product
Placing Originals on the Product Follow the instructions here to place your original documents or photos on the product. Caution: Do not place anything on top of your product or use its cover as a writing surface to avoid damaging it. Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass Placing Originals in the Automatic Document Feeder Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass...
Page 49: Placing Originals In The Automatic Document Feeder
Related topics Copying Scanning Placing Originals in the Automatic Document Feeder You can place multi-page original documents in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). Make sure the originals meet the Automatic Document Feeder specifications before loading them. Caution: Make sure your originals are not creased or folded, and do not contain holes, staples, tape, or other materials that could obstruct the feeder.
Page 50 2. Slide the ADF edge guide outward. 3. Fan your stack of originals and tap them gently on a flat surface to even the edges.
Page 51 4. Insert the originals into the ADF faceup and top-edge first. 5. Slide the ADF edge guide against the originals, but not too tightly. Note: If you're using the 2-up Copy layout, make sure the originals are loaded as shown:...
Page 52 Parent topic: Placing Originals on the Product Related topics Copying Scanning...
Page 53: Copying
Copying Options Copying Documents You can copy documents onto plain paper or Epson special papers. 1. Place your original document on the scanner glass, or place multi-page documents in the ADF. 2. Load the paper you want to print on.
Page 54: Copying Photos
Placing Originals on the Product Copying Photos You can copy color or black-and-white photos onto specific sizes and types of paper, including Epson special papers, for instant photo reprints. You can also restore the colors in faded photos as you copy.
Page 55 4. Press the Menu button, select Copy/Restore Photos, and press the OK button. You see this screen: 5. To restore colors in faded photos as you copy, select On. If your photo or photos are not faded, leave this setting off. Then press the OK button. 6.
Page 56 9. When you see your scanned image on the LCD screen, you can do one of the following: • To print more than one copy of the photo, press the + or – button to select the number (up to 99). •...
Page 57: Paper Type Settings - Copying
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided Parent topic: Copying Paper Size Settings - Copying Select the Paper Size setting that matches the paper you loaded.
Page 58: Copying Options
• 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) • Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) • A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]) Parent topic: Copying Copying Options Select the Paper and Copy Settings you want to use for your copies. Note: Not all options or settings may be available, depending on other copying settings.
Page 59 Copying option Available settings Description Binding Vertical-Long Specifies the orientation of your originals when you are Direction making 2-sided copies Vertical-Short Horizontal-Long Horizontal-Short Dry Time Standard Provides longer drying time for 2-sided copies, if smudges or marks appear on the front of the paper when you print on Long the second side Longer...
Page 60: Printing From A Computer
Before printing documents or photos from your computer, make sure you have set up your product and installed its software as described on the Start Here sheet. Note: It is a good idea to check for updates to your product software on Epson's support website. Printing with Windows Printing with Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7...
Page 61 3. If necessary, select your product name as the printer you want to use. Note: You may also need to select Properties or Preferences to view your print settings. You see the Main tab of your printer settings window: 4. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Document Size setting. Note: You can also select the User Defined setting to create a custom paper size.
Page 62 • If you are printing a document or a photo with borders, leave the Borderless checkbox deselected. 6. Select the orientation of your document or photo. Note: If you are printing an envelope, select Landscape. 7. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Paper Type setting. Note: Check the paper type settings list for details.
Page 63: Print Quality Options - Windows
Related tasks Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows Print Quality Options - Windows You can select any of the available Quality options to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settings may be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen. Fast Economy For the fastest printing with draft quality.
Page 64 Note: Some options may be pre-selected or unavailable, depending on other settings you have chosen or if you are accessing the product over a network. 1. Select the 2-Sided Printing checkbox. 2. WorkForce 645 Series only: If the Auto checkbox is not automatically selected, do one of the following: •...
Page 65 4. Select the double-sided printing options you want to use. 5. Click OK to return to the Main tab. 6. Click the Print Density button. You see this window:...
Page 66: Double-Sided Printing Options - Windows
7. Select the type of document you are printing as the Document Type setting. The software automatically sets the Adjustments options for that document type. 8. If you selected the User-Defined document type, select the Adjustments options you want to use. 9.
Page 67: Print Density Adjustments - Windows
Print Density Adjustments - Windows When you select the User-Defined setting (WorkForce 645 Series only), you can select any of the available options on the Print Density Adjustment window to adjust the print quality of your double-sided print job. Print Density Sets the level of ink coverage for double-sided printing.
Page 68: Custom Color Correction Options - Windows
1. To change the size of your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge Document checkbox and select one of these sizing options: • Select the Fit to Page option to size your image to fit the paper you loaded. Select the size of the your document or photo as the Document Size setting, and the size of your paper as the Output Paper setting.
Page 69 Color Controls Lets you select a Color Mode setting, individual settings for Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Density, and individual color tones. If you select the Adobe RGB color mode, you can also adjust the midtone density using the Gamma setting. Fix Photo Improves the color, contrast, and sharpness of flawed photos.
Page 70: Additional Settings Options - Windows
Parent topic: Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows Additional Settings Options - Windows You can select any of the Additional Settings options to customize your print. Some options may be pre- selected or unavailable, depending on other settings you have chosen. Rotate 180º...
Page 71: Printing Your Document Or Photo - Windows
2. Place your cursor over a Printing Presets option to view its list of settings. 3. Use any of the available options on the screen to control your printing presets. 4. To choose an option for printing, select it. 5. Click OK. Parent topic: Printing with Windows Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows...
Page 72: Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows
2. Click OK or Print to start printing. Parent topic: Printing with Windows Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows When you change your print settings in a program, the changes apply only while you are printing in that program session. If you want to change the print settings you use in all your Windows programs, you can select new default print settings.
Page 73: Changing The Language Of The Printer Software Screens
3. Select the print settings you want to use as defaults in all your Windows programs. 4. Click OK. These settings are now the defaults selected for printing. You can still change them as needed for printing in any program session. Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens Parent topic: Printing with Windows...
Page 74: Changing Automatic Update Options
You see the maintenance options: 4. Select the language you want to use as the Language setting. 5. Click OK to close the printer software window. The printer software screens appear in the language you selected the next time you access them. Parent topic: Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows Changing Automatic Update Options...
Page 75: Printing With Mac Os X 10.5, 10.6, Or 10.7
3. Do one of the following for each type of update: • To change how often the software checks for updates, select a setting in the Check every menu. • To disable the automatic update feature, select the Never option. 4.
Page 76: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Managing Color - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Parent topic: Printing From a Computer...
Page 77 Note: The print window may look different, depending on the version of Mac OS X and the application you are using. 5. Select the Copies and Pages settings as necessary. Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before printing.
Page 78 7. Select any application-specific settings that appear on the screen, such as those shown in the image above for the Preview application. 8. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. You see these settings:...
Page 79: Print Quality Options - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
9. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media Type setting. Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check the paper type settings list for details. 10. Select the Print Quality setting you want to use. 11.
Page 80: Print Options - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
Print Options - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 You can select any of the print options to customize your print. Some options may be unavailable, depending on other settings you have chosen. Expansion If you selected a borderless paper size setting, adjusts the image expansion settings to control printing at the edges of borderless prints.
Page 81: Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
2. Select the orientation of your document or photo as shown in the print window. Note: If you are printing an envelope, select the icon. Note: You can reduce or enlarge the size of the printed image by selecting Paper Handling from the pop-up menu and selecting a scaling option.
Page 82: Selecting Double-Sided Printing Settings - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7 Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 You can print on both sides of the paper by selecting Two-sided Printing Settings or Output Settings from the pop-up menu on the print window (WorkForce 645 Series only). Note: Some options may be pre-selected or unavailable, depending on other settings you have chosen or if you are accessing the product over a network.
Page 83: Double-Sided Printing Options And Adjustments - Mac Os X
2. Select the type of document you are printing as the Document Type setting. The software automatically sets the Adjustments options for that document type. 3. If necessary, customize the Adjustments settings as instructed on the screen. 4. Print a test copy of your double-sided document to test the selected settings. 5.
Page 84: Managing Color - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
Adjustments Print Density Sets the level of ink coverage for double-sided printing. Increased Ink Drying Time Sets the amount of time required for drying ink after printing on one side of the paper before printing the other side in double-sided printing. Parent topic: Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Managing Color - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7...
Page 85: Color Matching And Color Options - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
Color Matching and Color Options - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 You can select from these settings on the Color Matching and Color Options menus. Color Matching Settings EPSON Color Controls Lets you manage color using controls in your printer software, or turn off color management. ColorSync Prints using standard color profiles for your product and paper to help match image colors.
Page 86: Checking Print Status - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
Checking Print Status - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7 Checking Print Status - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 During printing, you can view the progress of your print job, control printing, and check ink cartridge status.
Page 87: Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
2. Select the following options as necessary: • To cancel printing, click the print job and click Delete. • To pause a print job, click the print job and click Hold. To resume a print job, click the print job marked "Hold"...
Page 88: Printing Preferences - Mac Os X 10.5/10.6/10.7
4. Select any of the available printing preferences. 5. Click OK. Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7 Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 You can select from these settings on the Driver tab. Skip Blank Page Ensures that your product does not print pages that contain no text or images.
Page 89: Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac Os X 10.4
Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X 10.4 Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Managing Color - Mac OS X 10.4 Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.4 Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac OS X 10.4 Parent topic:...
Page 90: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac Os X 10.4
4. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Paper Size setting. If you are printing a borderless photo, select a paper size with a (Borderless) option.You can also select a custom setting to create a custom paper size. Note: You must select a compatible borderless paper type and size to print borderlessly.
Page 91 2. Select your product as the Printer setting. 3. Select the Copies and Pages settings as necessary. Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before printing. In some applications, you may need to select Advanced before you can see these settings.
Page 92 4. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. 5. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media Type setting. Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check the paper type settings list for details. 6.
Page 93: Print Quality Options - Mac Os X 10.4
Print Quality Options - Mac OS X 10.4 You can select any of the available Print Quality options to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settings may be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen. Fast Economy For the fastest printing with draft quality.
Page 94: Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac Os X 10.4
Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X 10.4 You can select layout options for multi-page documents by selecting Layout from the pop-up menu on the print window. • To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, select the number of pages in the Pages per Sheet pop-up menu.
Page 95 Note: Some options may be pre-selected or unavailable, depending on other settings you have chosen or if you are accessing the product over a network. 1. Select one of the Two-sided Printing options. 2. Select the type of document you are printing as the Document Type setting. The software automatically sets the Adjustments options for that document type.
Page 96: Managing Color - Mac Os X 10.4
3. If necessary, customize the Adjustments settings as instructed on the screen. 4. Print a test copy of your double-sided document to test the selected settings. 5. Follow any instructions displayed on the screen during printing. Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X 10.4 Related references Double-sided Printing Options and Adjustments - Mac OS X Managing Color - Mac OS X 10.4...
Page 97: Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac Os X 10.4
ColorSync Prints using standard color profiles for your product and paper to help match image colors. You can customize the conversion method and filter settings on the ColorSync pop-up menu in the print window. Off (No Color Adjustment) Turns off color management in your printer software so you can manage color using only your application software.
Page 98: Printing Your Document Or Photo - Mac Os X 10.4
High Speed Printing Speeds up printing, but may reduce print quality. Parent topic: Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.4 Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac OS X 10.4 Once you have selected your print settings, you are ready to print. Click Print at the bottom of the print window.
Page 99: Cancelling Printing Using A Product Button
2. Select the following options as necessary: • To cancel printing, click the print job and click Delete. • To pause printing, click the print job and click Hold. To resume printing, click the print job marked "Hold" and click Resume. •...
Page 100: Scanning
After placing your original documents or photos in your product for scanning, start scanning using one of these methods. Starting a Scan Using the Product Control Panel Starting a Scan Using the Epson Scan Icon Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program Parent topic:...
Page 101 3. Press the arrow buttons to select a scan option and press the OK button. • Scan to Memory Card saves your scan file on a memory card and lets you select the file format, quality, and other settings. • Scan to PC saves your scan as a JPEG file to your computer or as an image capture in Mac OS X 10.6/10.7.
Page 102: Scan To Memory Card Options
Parent topic: Starting a Scan Scan to Memory Card Options Select the Scan to Memory Card options you want to use. Scan to Memory Card Available options Description setting Format JPEG Select for photos Select for documents Scan Area Letter Select the page size for documents Legal Auto Cropping...
Page 103: Starting A Scan Using The Epson Scan Icon
Starting a Scan Using the Product Control Panel Starting a Scan Using the Epson Scan Icon You can start the Epson Scan program to select scan settings, scan, and save the scanned image to a file. • Windows: Double-click the EPSON Scan icon on your computer desktop.
Page 104 Parent topic: Starting a Scan Related tasks Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6/10.7 Related topics Selecting Epson Scan Settings...
Page 105: Starting A Scan From A Scanning Program
Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program You can start Epson Scan from a scanning program to select scan settings, scan, and open the scanned image in the program. Note: You cannot use Epson Scan with Mac OS X 10.6/10.7.
Page 106 Parent topic: Starting a Scan Related tasks Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6/10.7 Related topics Selecting Epson Scan Settings...
Page 107: Selecting Epson Scan Settings
You can manually customize all available settings, and preview and size your scanned image. Parent topic: Selecting Epson Scan Settings Related tasks Selecting the Scan Mode Selecting the Scan Mode Select the Epson Scan mode you want to use from the Mode box in the upper right corner of the Epson Scan window:...
Page 108: Scanning In Home Mode
Scanning in Professional Mode Scanning in Home Mode When you scan in Home Mode, Epson Scan automatically saves your scanned file in JPEG format in your operating system's Pictures or My Pictures folder, or opens it in your scanning program. You can select settings, preview, and change the scanned file settings as necessary.
Page 109 2. Select the Document Type setting that matches your original, such as Photograph or Text/Line Art. 3. Select the Image Type setting that matches your original.
Page 110 11. Change any of the necessary file save settings and click OK. Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and print the image, if desired.
Page 111: Selecting A Scan Area - Home Mode
Selecting a Scan Area - Home Mode You can select a specific area in your preview image to include in your scanned image. You can select the entire image area or a portion of it. You can even select multiple scan areas to create multiple scanned images of different areas (Normal Preview mode only).
Page 112 • Normal preview: Click the Auto Locate icon to create a marquee (dotted line) on the preview image.
Page 113 2. Do the following, as necessary, to work with the selected scan area: • If the marquee is correct, continue with the next step. • To move the marquee, click inside the scan area and drag the marquee where you want it. •...
Page 114: Available Image Adjustments - Home Mode
• To delete a marquee, click the marquee, then click the Delete Marquee icon. 3. Click inside the scan area and make any necessary settings in the Epson Scan window. Parent topic: Scanning in Home Mode Available Image Adjustments - Home Mode You can select these Image Adjustments options in Epson Scan Home Mode.
Page 115: Selecting A Scan Size - Home Mode
1. Click the Preview button to preview your image. 2. In the Epson Scan window, select the size you want your scanned image to be from the Target Size list.
Page 116 3. Adjust the scan area as necessary.
Page 117: Scanning In Office Mode
Scanning in Home Mode Scanning in Office Mode When you scan in Office Mode, Epson Scan automatically saves your scanned file in JPEG format in your operating system's Pictures or My Pictures folder, or opens it in your scanning program. You can select settings, preview, and change the scanned file settings as necessary.
Page 118 2. Select the Image Type setting that matches your original. 3. Select the Document Source setting indicating where you placed your original. To scan a 2-sided document in the ADF (WorkForce 645 Series only), select ADF - Double-sided. 4. Select the Size and Orientation settings that match your original. 5.
Page 119: Selecting A Scan Area - Office Mode
10. Change any of the necessary file save settings and click OK. Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and print the image, if desired.
Page 120 1. In the Preview window, click the Auto Locate icon to create a marquee (dotted line) on the preview image. 2. Do the following, as necessary, to work with the selected scan area: • If the marquee is correct, continue with the next step. •...
Page 121: Available Image Adjustments - Office Mode
• To delete a marquee, click the marquee, then click the Delete Marquee icon. 3. Click inside each scan area and make any necessary settings in the Epson Scan window. Parent topic: Scanning in Office Mode Available Image Adjustments - Office Mode You can select these Image Adjustments options in Epson Scan Office Mode.
Page 122: Scanning In Professional Mode
Scanning in Office Mode Scanning in Professional Mode When you scan in Professional Mode, Epson Scan automatically saves your scanned file in JPEG format in your operating system's Pictures or My Pictures folder, or opens it in your scanning program.
Page 124 12. Change any of the necessary file save settings and click OK. Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and print the image, if desired.
Page 125: Available Image Types - Professional Mode
Available Image Types - Professional Mode You can select these Image Type options in Epson Scan Professional Mode. 24-bit Color Select this setting for color photos. Color Smoothing Select this setting for color graphic images, such as charts or graphs.
Page 126 • Thumbnail preview: Your scan area is selected automatically, but you can change it. Place your cursor in one corner of the desired scan area, then click and drag the cursor to the opposite corner to create a marquee (dotted line) on the preview image.
Page 127 2. Do the following, as necessary, to work with the selected scan area: • If the marquee is correct, continue with the next step. • To move the marquee, click inside the scan area and drag the marquee where you want it. •...
Page 128: Available Image Adjustments - Professional Mode
• To delete a marquee, click the marquee, then click the Delete Marquee icon. 3. Click inside the scan area and make any necessary settings in the Epson Scan window. Parent topic: Scanning in Professional Mode Available Image Adjustments - Professional Mode You can select these Adjustments options in Epson Scan Professional Mode.
Page 129 Color Restoration Restores the colors in faded photos automatically. Backlight Correction Removes shadows from photos that have too much background light. Dust Removal Removes dust marks from your originals automatically. Auto Exposure Automatically adjusts the image exposure settings when you click the Auto Exposure icon.
Page 130: Selecting A Scan Size - Professional Mode
1. Click the Preview button to preview your image. 2. In the Epson Scan window, select the size you want your scanned image to be from the Target Size list.
Page 131 3. Adjust the scan area as necessary.
Page 132 4. To create a scanned image size that is not available in the Target Size list, click the Customize option. 5. Name the custom size, enter the size, click Save, and click OK. Then create a scan area on the preview image.
Page 133: Image Preview Guidelines
• You will enlarge the image as you scan it. If you will enlarge the image using Epson Scan's Target Size setting (Home and Professional modes only), you do not need to increase the Resolution setting.
Page 134: Selecting Scan File Settings
Epson Scan behaves when you scan and save files. The File Save Settings window may appear after you click Scan on the Epson Scan window. You can also access the window by clicking the...
Page 135: Available Scanned File Types And Optional Settings
7. Click OK. Available Scanned File Types and Optional Settings Parent topic: Selecting Epson Scan Settings Available Scanned File Types and Optional Settings You can select from a variety scanned file types and optional settings on the File Save Settings window in Epson Scan.
Page 136: Scanning With Mac Os X 10.6/10.7
PRINT Image Matching II (*.jpg or *.tif) File formats that include Epson PRINT Image Matching II data for enhanced quality and a wider color range (does not affect the way the image displays on the screen). Tiff (*.tif) A file format created for exchanging data between many programs, such as graphic and DTP software.
Page 137 4. Select your scan settings as necessary. 5. Select the folder in which you want to save your scanned file in the Scan To pop-up menu. 6. Click Scan. Your scanned file is saved in the folder you selected.
Page 138: Scanning To A Pdf File
Parent topic: Scanning Scanning to a PDF File Using Epson Scan, you can scan a multi-page document and save it in one PDF (Portable Document Format) file on your computer. 1. Place your original on your product for scanning. 2. Start Epson Scan.
Page 139 7. Select PDF as the Type setting. 8. Select any other settings you want to use on the File Save Settings window. 9. Click OK. Epson Scan scans your document and you see this window:...
Page 140 11. Click Close to exit the Epson Scan window, if necessary. Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the PDF file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and print the document, if desired.
Page 141: Restoring Photo Colors As You Scan
9. Click Close to exit the Epson Scan window, if necessary. Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the color-restored file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and print the image, if desired.
Page 142: Convert Scanned Documents To Editable Text (Ocr)
ABBYY FineReader, open the Get Images From pop-up menu and select File. Select the conversion option you want to use, then select your scanned file and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: ABBYY FineReader is not supported on Mac OS X 10.7. Check the Epson support site at www.epson.com/support/lion (U.S.) or...
Page 143 3. Select the language used in the document you are going to scan as the Document Language setting. 4. Click the Scan to Other Formats icon. You see the Select Scanner window. 5. Select your product and click OK. Note: Do not select a WIA option for your product; it will not work correctly. You see the scan settings window.
Page 144: Scanning Using Ocr - Mac Os X 10.4 Or 10.5
Your document is scanned and processed into editable text, then you see the Save As window. 10. Select a name and a file format for your document and click Save. The file is saved and then opened in an application associated with the file type you selected, if available on your system.
Page 145 Epson Scan starts in the last scan mode you used. 6. Select your scan settings and click Scan. Your document is scanned and you see the Epson Scan window while your document is converted to editable text. 7. Click Close to close the Epson Scan window and Preview window, if necessary.
Page 146 You see the Save Converted File As window: 8. Click the Save button. The file is saved and then opened in an application associated with the file type you selected, if available on your system. Parent topic: Convert Scanned Documents to Editable Text (OCR)
Page 147: Faxing
Faxing See these sections to fax using your product. Note: This product allows you to store names, telephone numbers, and fax data in its memory even when the power is turned off. Make sure you restore all of the default settings if you give away or dispose of the product.
Page 148 1. Connect the phone cable to your telephone wall jack and to the LINE port on your product. Note: If your telephone line included a DSL Internet connection, you must connect a DSL filter to the wall jack to be able to use the line for faxing or voice calls using your product. Contact your DSL provider for the necessary filter.
Page 149 Telephone wall jack DSL filter DSL modem 2. If you are connecting a telephone or answering machine to your product using a second phone cable, remove the cap from the EXT port on your product.
Page 150: Setting Up Fax Features
Any phone or answering machine must be connected to the EXT port for your product to detect an incoming fax call when the phone is picked up. Epson cannot guarantee compatibility with VoIP, cable phone systems, or fiberoptic digital services such as FIOS.
Page 151: Setting Up Fax Features Using The Product Control Panel
Parent topic: Faxing Setting Up Fax Features Using the Product Control Panel See these sections to set up fax features using the product control panel. Selecting Your Country or Region Selecting the Date and Time Entering Fax Header Information Entering Numbers and Characters for Faxing Selecting Fax Send and Receive Settings Selecting Fax Communication Settings Printing Fax Reports...
Page 152: Selecting The Date And Time
3. Select Country/Region and press the OK button. 4. Select your country or region and press the OK button. You see a confirmation screen. 5. If the setting is correct, select Yes and press the OK button. (If not, select No and retry.) Note: Changing the country or region will restore the fax settings to the default settings.
Page 153 3. Select Date/Time and press the OK button. You see this screen: 4. Select the date format you want to use and press the OK button. 5. Use the number buttons on the control panel to enter the current date, then press the OK button. 6.
Page 154: Entering Fax Header Information
9. Select one of the following settings for the current conditions in your area and press the OK button: • Summer: it is spring or summer and your region uses Daylight Saving Time (DST) • Winter: it is fall or winter or your region does not use Daylight Saving Time (DST) After making a selection, you return to the Printer Setup screen.
Page 155: Entering Numbers And Characters For Faxing
5. Use the keypad to enter the sender name for your fax source, such as your name or a business name. You can enter up to 40 characters. 6. Select Done and press the OK button to return to the Header menu. 7.
Page 156: Selecting Fax Send And Receive Settings
• Press the arrow buttons to highlight a character or a function button displayed on the keypad. Then press the OK button to select it. • To change the case of letters or select symbols, select AB12 (uppercase), ab12 (lowercase), or !#%@ and press the OK button.
Page 157: Selecting Fax Communication Settings
3. Select Fax Send Settings or Fax Print Settings and press the OK button. 4. Change any of the available settings. 5. Press the Copy button to exit. Parent topic: Setting Up Fax Features Using the Product Control Panel Related references Fax Sending Options Fax Printing Options Selecting Fax Communication Settings...
Page 158: Printing Fax Reports
3. Select Communication and press the OK button. 4. Change any of the available settings. 5. Press the Copy button to exit. Parent topic: Setting Up Fax Features Using the Product Control Panel Related references Fax Communications Options Printing Fax Reports You can run a variety of reports on your fax transmissions and print your speed and group dial lists.
Page 159: Restoring Default Fax Settings
5. Select one of the available reports and press the OK button. 6. Press one of the Start buttons in the Fax section of the control panel to print the report. Parent topic: Setting Up Fax Features Using the Product Control Panel Related references Fax Report Options Restoring Default Fax Settings...
Page 160: Fax Sending Options
3. Select one of the available options and press the OK button. You see a confirmation screen. 4. Select Yes or No and press the OK button. Parent topic: Setting Up Fax Features Using the Product Control Panel Related references Restore Default Settings Options Fax Sending Options Select the Fax Send Settings options you want to use for outgoing faxes.
Page 161: Fax Printing Options
Setting Options Description 2-Sided Scanning Lets you fax 2-sided originals placed in the ADF. (WorkForce 645 Series only) Parent topic: Setting Up Fax Features Using the Product Control Panel Fax Printing Options Select the Fax Print Settings options you want to use for faxes. Setting Options Description...
Page 162: Fax Report Options
Setting Options Description If you are using a Distinctive Ring Service on your phone line, your telephone company can assign two Single or more phone numbers to the same line and assign Double different ring patterns to each. If you use this service, select the number of rings for your fax number as the Triple DRD setting so your product can receive faxes on the...
Page 163: Restore Default Settings Options
Setting Up Fax Features Using the Fax Utility - Windows You can set up your fax header and select your fax settings using the Fax Utility for Windows. 1. Click Start or 2. Select Programs or All Programs. 3. Select Epson Software. 4. Select Fax Utility.
Page 164 You see this window: 5. Select Fax Settings for Printer. You see this window:...
Page 165: Setting Up Fax Features Using The Fax Utility - Mac Os X
6. Select your product, if necessary. 7. Select Fax Settings. 8. Follow the prompts that appear on the screen to enter your fax header information and select your fax settings. Note: For detailed information, select the Fax Utility Help option. Parent topic: Setting Up Fax Features Setting Up Fax Features Using the Fax Utility - Mac OS X...
Page 166: Setting Up Speed Dial And Group Dial Lists
2. Double-click FAX Utility. You see this window: 3. Select your FAX product in the Printer list. 4. Select Fax Settings. 5. Follow the prompts that appear on the screen to enter your fax header information and select your fax settings. Note: For detailed information, select the Fax Utility ? icon.
Page 167: Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using The Product Control Panel
Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using the Product Control Panel You can set up your speed dial and group dial lists using the control panel on your product. Creating Speed Dial List Entries Printing Your Speed Dial List Creating Group Dial List Entries Printing Your Group Dial List Parent topic: Setting Up Speed Dial and Group Dial Lists...
Page 168 5. Select the number you want to use for the fax number you are adding and press the OK button. 6. Use the numeric buttons on the control panel to enter the fax number. You can enter up to 64 characters.
Page 169: Printing Your Speed Dial List
10. Do the following as necessary: • To create additional entries, select Create and repeat the steps above. • To edit an existing entry, select Edit, select the entry, press the OK button, and change the information. • To delete an entry, select Delete, select the entry, press the OK button, and confirm the deletion. Parent topic: Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using the Product Control Panel Related tasks...
Page 170: Creating Group Dial List Entries
5. Select Speed Dial List and press the OK button. 6. Press one of the Start buttons in the Fax section of the control panel to print the report. Parent topic: Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using the Product Control Panel Creating Group Dial List Entries You can create a group dial list after creating a speed dial list.
Page 171 3. Press the arrow buttons to select Group Dial Setup and press the OK button. 4. Select Create. You see this screen: 5. Select the number you want to use for the group dial entry you are adding and press the OK button. You see this screen:...
Page 172 6. Use the keypad to enter a name for the group dial entry. You can enter up to 30 characters. 7. Select Done and press the OK button. You see a screen similar to this: 8. Select the speed dial entry you want to add to the group and press the right arrow to select it. 9.
Page 173: Printing Your Group Dial List
11. Do the following as necessary: • To create additional entries, select Create and repeat the steps above. • To edit an existing entry, select Edit, select the entry, press the OK button, and change the information. • To delete an entry, select Delete, select the entry, press the OK button, and confirm the deletion. Parent topic: Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using the Product Control Panel Related tasks...
Page 174: Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using The Fax Utility - Windows
Windows Address Book and back up fax numbers stored in your product's memory. Note: You can create up to 60 speed dial and group dial entries combined. 1. Click Start or 2. Select Programs or All Programs. 3. Select Epson Software. 4. Select Fax Utility. You see this window:...
Page 175 5. Select Fax Settings for Printer. You see this window:...
Page 176 6. Select your product, if necessary. 7. Select Speed Dial/Group Dial List. You see this window:...
Page 177 8. Select an empty entry and click the icon. Note: To edit an entry, select it and click the icon. To delete an entry, select it and click the icon. 9. Do one of the following: • To create a speed dial entry, select Speed Dial, enter a name and fax number, and click OK. •...
Page 178: Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using The Fax Utility - Mac Os X
Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using the Fax Utility - Mac OS X You can set up your speed dial and group dial lists using the Fax Utility. The utility also lets you import fax numbers from the MacAddress Book and back up fax numbers to your product's memory. Note: You can create up to 60 speed dial and group dial entries combined.
Page 179: Sending Faxes
5. To add an entry, double-click an empty entry. Note: To edit an entry, select it and change the information. To delete an entry, select it and press the Delete key on your keyboard. 6. Do one of the following: •...
Page 180: Sending Faxes From The Product Control Panel
Sending Faxes Using the Fax Utility - Mac OS X Parent topic: Faxing Sending Faxes from the Product Control Panel See these sections to send faxes using the product's control panel. Manually Dialing or Redialing Fax Numbers Selecting Fax Numbers From Speed or Group Dial Lists Dialing Fax Numbers from a Connected Telephone Fax Send Options Parent topic:...
Page 181: Selecting Fax Numbers From Speed Or Group Dial Lists
4. If you need to change any fax settings, press the Menu button, select Fax Send Settings, press the OK button, and select your settings. When you finish selecting settings, press the Menu button. 5. Press one of the Start buttons in the Fax section of the control panel. If prompted, select where you placed your document (Automatic Document Feeder or scanner glass).
Page 182: Dialing Fax Numbers From A Connected Telephone
4. If you want to select a group dial entry, press the Menu button. 5. Select the speed dial or group dial entry you want to fax, then press the OK button. 6. If you need to change any fax settings, press the Menu button, select Fax Send Settings, press the OK button, and select your settings.
Page 183 3. Dial the fax number from the connected telephone. You see this screen: 4. Using your product control panel, select Send and press the OK button. Note: You product now communicates with the recipient's fax machine. Do not hang up the telephone.
Page 184: Fax Send Options
Fax Send Options When you press the Menu button and select Fax Send Settings while sending a fax, you can select these options. Setting Options Description Resolution Standard Provides good scan resolution and print quality for most faxes. Fine Provides best scan resolution and print quality for faxes of small print and line art.
Page 185 2. Select your product with the FAX option as the printer. 3. To change the Paper Size, Orientation, Color, Image Quality, or Character Density settings, click the Preferences or Properties button. Note: If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Preferences or Properties on the next screen.
Page 186: Sending Faxes Using The Fax Utility - Mac Os X
7. Add a cover sheet, input a fax number, or set up a phone book of numbers for future use, then click Next. Note: For detailed instructions on using the Epson FAX Utility, click Help. 8. If you added a cover sheet to your fax, select a cover sheet style, enter your subject and comment information, then click Next.
Page 187 1. Open a photo or document for faxing. 2. Select the print command in your application. Note: You may need to select a print icon on your screen, the Print option in the File menu, or another command. See your application's help utility for details. 3.
Page 188 6. Do one of the following to choose your recipient: • Select a name or group from the Recipient List. • Enter a name, company, and fax number and click the + button. • Click the icon and select a recipient from your address book. 7.
Page 189: Receiving Faxes
8. Select the Color and Image Quality settings you want to use for your fax. 9. Click Fax. Parent topic: Sending Faxes Receiving Faxes See these sections to receive faxes with your product. Fax Reception Receiving Faxes Automatically (Auto Answer) Receiving Faxes Manually Parent topic: Faxing...
Page 190: Fax Reception
Fax Reception Your product will automatically receive and print faxes when you set fax reception mode to Auto Answer. If you connected a telephone to your product so you can use the same phone line for faxes and voice calls, you can also set your product to receive faxes manually. This allows you to check for a fax tone using the telephone and press a button on your product to receive the fax.
Page 191 2. If you hear a fax tone, select the Receive option and press the OK button. Note: Leave the answered call active as you receive the fax transmission. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to receive the fax. When fax transmission is finished, you see the previous LCD screen. 4.
Page 192: Using Memory Cards With Your Product
Using Memory Cards With Your Product Follow the instructions here to work with a memory card inserted into your product. Inserting a Memory Card Printing from a Memory Card Transferring Photos on a Memory Card Inserting a Memory Card Insert only one memory card at a time in one of your product's memory card slots. 1.
Page 193 2. Insert your memory card into the correct slot, making sure the card is oriented correctly.
Page 194 Note: Do not force the card all the way into the slot. Insert it only until it meets resistance. The memory card access light flashes and then stays lit. Caution: Do not remove a memory card or turn off your product while the memory card access light is flashing or you may lose data from the memory card.
Page 195: Memory Card Types
Removing a Memory Card Parent topic: Using Memory Cards With Your Product Memory Card Types You can insert these types of memory cards in your product. Note: Cards marked with an asterisk (*) require an adapter; consult your adapter documentation for details on using it.
Page 196: Memory Card File Specifications
• xD-Picture Card Type M+ • xD-Picture Card Type H Right Slot • CompactFlash • Microdrive Parent topic: Inserting a Memory Card Memory Card File Specifications You can insert memory cards in your product containing files that meet these specifications. File format JPEG with the Exif version 2.3 standard Image size...
Page 197: Printing From A Memory Card
1. Make sure the memory card access light is not flashing. 2. If your product is connected to your computer using a USB cable, do one of the following: • Windows: Open the My Computer, Computer, or Windows Explorer utility. Then right-click the name of your memory card (listed as a removable disk) and select Eject.
Page 198: Viewing And Printing Individual Photos
Viewing and Printing Photos From a Slide Show Cropping Photos Displayed on the LCD Screen Modifying Photos Displayed on the LCD Screen Photo Adjustment Options Selecting Print Settings for Photos Displayed on the LCD Screen Print Setting Options - Photo Mode Parent topic: Printing from a Memory Card Viewing and Printing Individual Photos...
Page 199 • To view additional photos and select others for printing, press the arrow buttons and repeat the selections above. 5. Press the OK button to see a preview of the photos that will print. You see a screen like this: 6.
Page 200: Printing All Photos
• Press the Print Photo button to immediately print one copy of all the photos on Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy or Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss in this size: 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm). • To print one copy of all the photos on a different size or type of paper, continue with the next step.
Page 201: Printing Photos By Date
5. Do either of the following as necessary: • To change any of the print settings displayed on the LCD screen, press the Menu button, select Print Settings, press the OK button, and select the necessary settings. • To modify any of the previewed photos, press the Menu button, select Photo Adjustments, press the OK button, and select the necessary settings.
Page 202 You see a screen like this: 3. Press the Menu button, select Select Photos, and press the OK button. You see this screen: 4. Select the Select by Date option and press the OK button. You see a screen like this:...
Page 203 5. Select any date shown and press the right arrow button, then press the OK button. 6. To print more than one copy of all the photos taken on that date, press the + or – button to select the number (up to 99).
Page 204: Viewing And Printing Photos From A Slide Show
10. Do either of the following as necessary: • To change any of the print settings displayed on the LCD screen, press the Menu button, select Print Settings, press the OK button, and select the necessary settings. • To modify any of the previewed photos, press the Menu button, select Photo Adjustments, press the OK button, and select the necessary settings.
Page 205: Cropping Photos Displayed On The Lcd Screen
5. Do either of the following as necessary: • To change any of the print settings displayed on the LCD screen, press the Menu button, select Print Settings, press the OK button, and select the necessary settings. • To modify any of the previewed photos, press the Menu button, select Photo Adjustments, press the OK button, and select the necessary settings.
Page 206: Modifying Photos Displayed On The Lcd Screen
• To move the crop area, press the arrow buttons. • To rotate the image, press the Menu button. • To check the cropped image, press the OK button. Parent topic: Viewing and Printing Photos Modifying Photos Displayed on the LCD Screen You can modify the quality and appearance of photos displayed on the LCD screen.
Page 207: Photo Adjustment Options
Photo Adjustment Options Select the Photo Adjustments options you want to use when viewing and printing photos displayed on the LCD screen. Photo Available options Description adjustment settings Fix Photo Fix Photo On Automatically adjusts the brightness, contrast, and saturation of the photo based on the Scene Detection setting that is selected.
Page 208: Selecting Print Settings For Photos Displayed On The Lcd Screen
Parent topic: Viewing and Printing Photos Selecting Print Settings for Photos Displayed on the LCD Screen You can change the settings used for printing photos displayed on the LCD screen. 1. Press the Menu button. 2. Press the arrow buttons to select Print Settings and press the OK button. You see this screen: 3.
Page 209: Printing Photo Layouts
Print settings Available options Description Paper Size Various paper sizes Indicates the size of paper you have loaded Paper Type Various paper types Indicates the type of paper you have loaded; see the list of paper types for copying (available options depend on the selected Paper Size setting) Borderless Expands the image to the edge of the paper (slight cropping...
Page 210 3. Press the arrow buttons to select one of the layout options and press the OK button. 4. Press the arrow buttons to select the paper size setting that matches the paper you loaded. Then press the OK button. 5. Press the arrow buttons to select the paper type setting that matches the paper you loaded. Then press the OK button.
Page 211: Photo Layout Options
• To place photos in the layout manually, select Place photos manually and follow the instructions displayed on the screen. 7. Press the arrow buttons to select the photos you want to print. 8. Press the + or – button to select one or more copies of each photo (up to 99). 9.
Page 212: Creating And Printing A Greeting Card Template
Parent topic: Printing from a Memory Card Creating and Printing a Greeting Card Template Before you start, make sure plain paper is loaded and your memory card or other device is inserted. 1. Press the Photo button. 2. Press the arrow buttons to select Print Photo Greeting Card and press the OK button. You see this screen: 3.
Page 213: Printing A Greeting Card From A Template
5. Select Letter to print three cards on one letter-size sheet or 4x6in to print one card, then press the OK button. 6. Select the type of paper you plan to use, then press the OK button. 7. Follow the instructions on the LCD screen to select your layout and frame settings. 8.
Page 214 Tip: When adding text, place it in the direction that your photo faces. 3. Load Epson photo paper in the paper cassette. 4. Select Print Greeting Cards from Template and press the OK button. 5. Follow the instructions on the LCD screen to place the template facedown on the scanner glass, with the blue triangle facing into the back left corner.
Page 215: Printing Photo Proofsheets
7. To print more than one copy, press the + or – button to select the number. 8. When you are ready to print, press the Print Photo button. Note: To cancel printing, press the Stop button. When you finish printing, cut your greeting cards apart, if necessary. Parent topic: Printing Photo Greeting Cards Printing Photo Proofsheets...
Page 216: Transferring Photos On A Memory Card
Transferring Photos on a Memory Card You can transfer photos to and from a memory card inserted into your product's memory card slots. Transferring Photos from a Memory Card to Your Computer Setting Up File Sharing for Photo Transfers From Your Computer Transferring Photos From a Memory Card to an External Device Parent topic: Using Memory Cards With Your Product...
Page 217: Setting Up File Sharing For Photo Transfers From Your Computer
You can back up photos from your memory card to an external storage device connected to the product, such as a USB flash drive, external hard drive, or external CD or DVD burner. Note: Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of your storage device. 1. Insert a memory card in one of the memory card slots.
Page 218 2. Insert your USB flash drive or the USB cable for your external drive into the USB port on the front of your product. 3. Insert storage media (such as a CD) into your drive, if necessary. 4. Press the Photo button. 5.
Page 219: Using An External Device With Your Product
Check your camera manual to see if it is compatible. Note: Your photos must be in JPG format and sized from 80 × 80 to 9200 × 9200 pixels. Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of your camera. Some combinations of paper type, size, and layout may not be supported, depending on your camera and the product settings.
Page 220: Selecting Print Settings For Printing From A Camera
Selecting Print Settings for Printing From a Camera Before printing from your camera, you can select the print settings you will use for printing your photos. 1. Press the Setup button. You see this screen: 2. Use the arrow buttons to select External Device Setup and press the OK button. 3.
Page 221: Print Settings - Camera
4. Select the print settings you want to use, then press the Back button. 5. Select Photo Adjustments and press the OK button. You see this screen: 6. Select the photo adjustments you want to use, then press the Back button to exit. After you select settings, you are ready to connect your camera and print your photos.
Page 222: Photo Adjustments - Camera
Print settings Available options Description Layout Borderless Expands the image to the edge of the paper (slight cropping may occur) With Border Leaves a small margin around the image 2-up, 4-up, 8-up, or Print 2, 4, 8, or 20 photos on one sheet 20-up Upper ½...
Page 223: Connecting And Printing From A Camera
Photo Available options Description adjustment settings Fix Photo Fix Photo On Automatically adjusts the brightness, contrast, and saturation of the photo based on the Scene Detection setting that is selected Fix Photo Off Turns off automatic adjustments; see Note below P.I.M Uses your camera's PRINT Image Matching or Exif Print adjustments...
Page 224 2. Load the paper you want to use for printing. 3. Connect the USB cable that came with your camera to the USB port on the front of your product. Note: You cannot use the USB port to transfer images from your camera to your computer. 4.
Page 225: Viewing Or Printing From A Usb Flash Drive Or External Device
Connecting and Using a USB Flash Drive or External Device Before you connect your thumb drive or device, make sure the product is turned on but not printing. Note: Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of your drive. 1. Remove any memory cards from the product.
Page 226 3. Insert your USB thumb drive or the USB cable that came with your device into the USB port on the front of your product. 4. Insert storage media (such as a CD) into your drive, if necessary. 5. If there are folders on your storage media, select the folder you want and press the OK button. You can view and print your photos from the LCD screen.
Page 227: Charging A Usb Device Using Your Product
All you need is a user-supplied USB cable that is designed to work with your device. Caution: Make sure your portable device complies with USB 2.0 standards. Devices that draw more than 500 mA may damage your Epson product. Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of your device. Contact the device manufacturer for more information.
Page 228: Printing Personalized Projects
Printing Personalized Projects You can print lined paper, graph paper, or stationery with a photo background. Printing Personalized Note Paper Printing Lined Paper and Graph Paper Printing Personalized Note Paper You can print lined or unlined note paper with one of your own photos in the background. 1.
Page 229: Printing Lined Paper And Graph Paper
7. Press the arrow buttons to scroll through your photos and display the one you want to use for your note paper. 8. To rotate the layout, press the down arrow button. Then press the OK button. 9. When you see a message asking you to load paper, press the OK button. 10.
Page 230 3. Press the arrow buttons to select Print Ruled Papers and press the OK button. You see this screen: 4. Press the arrow buttons and select one of the following in either Letter or A4 size: • Notebook Paper - Wide Rule •...
Page 231: Replacing Ink Cartridges
Note: Please dispose of your used Epson branded ink cartridges responsibly and in accordance with local requirements. If you would like to return your used ink cartridges to Epson for proper disposal, please go to www.epson.com/recycle...
Page 232: Checking Cartridge Status With Windows
Note: The display is different depending on which ink cartridges are low or expended, if any. Displayed ink levels are approximate. 3. Press the Copy button to exit. Parent topic: Check Cartridge Status Related tasks Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Checking Cartridge Status with Windows A low ink reminder appears if you try to print when ink is low, and you can check your cartridge status at any time using a utility on your Windows computer.
Page 233 Note: If any of the cartridges installed in the product is broken, incompatible with the product model, or improperly installed, Epson Status Monitor will not display an accurate cartridge status. 3. To disable the low ink reminder, right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar and select Monitoring Preferences.
Page 234 4. Deselect the See Low Ink Reminder alerts checkbox at the bottom of the screen. 5. To disable promotional offers, deselect the Display Epson Offers checkbox. Parent topic: Check Cartridge Status Related tasks Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges...
Page 235: Checking Cartridge Status With Mac Os X
• Mac OS X 10.4/10.5: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax, select your product, and select Open Print Queue or Print Queue. Select Utility. 2. Select EPSON Status Monitor. You see this window:...
Page 236: Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges
To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Note: We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage.
Page 237: Removing And Installing Ink Cartridges
Extra High-capacity Magenta Yellow Parent topic: Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Make sure you have your replacement cartridges handy before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones. Caution: Leave your old cartridges in the printer until you are ready to replace them to prevent the print head nozzles from drying out.
Page 238 3. Open the cartridge cover. 4. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift the cartridge straight up to remove it. Note: Dispose of used cartridges carefully. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it. Warning: If ink gets on your skin, wash it thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
Page 239 5. Before opening the new cartridge package, shake it gently four or five times. Caution: Do not shake the cartridges after opening the packages, or ink may leak. 6. Remove the cartridge from the package. Caution: Do not touch the green chip on the cartridge. Install the new cartridge immediately after removing the old one;...
Page 240 8. Insert the new cartridge into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place. 9. Close the cardtridge cover and push it down until it clicks into place.
Page 241 The valve in the ink supply port is designed to contain any excess ink, but do not touch the ink supply port or surrounding area. Always store ink cartridges with the label facing up; do not store cartridges upside-down. Parent topic: Replacing Ink Cartridges Related concepts Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges...
Page 242: Printing With Black Ink And Expended Color Cartridges
5. Select Plain Paper/Bright White Paper or Envelope as the paper type setting. 6. Select the Black/Grayscale checkbox. 7. Click OK. 8. Print your document. EPSON Status Monitor 3 displays a print message. 9. Click Print in Black to print your document. Parent topic: Printing With Black Ink and Expended Color Cartridges Printing With Expended Color Cartridges - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7...
Page 243: Conserving Low Black Ink With Windows
Note: This feature is not available with Mac OS X 10.4. 1. Click the printer icon in the Dock. 2. If you see a message telling you that you can temporarily print with only black ink, click the Delete icon to cancel your print job. Note: If the message screen appears on another computer on a network, you may need to cancel the print job using the product control panel.
Page 244 Note: The window appears only when you have selected Plain Paper/Bright White Paper as the paper type setting, depending on other selected print settings. • Click Yes to use a mixture of color inks to create black, or No to continue using the remaining black ink for the document you are printing.
Page 245: Adjusting Print Quality
Adjusting Print Quality If your print quality declines, you may need to run a utility to clean or align the print head. If running these utilities does not solve the problem, you may need to replace the ink cartridges. Print Head Maintenance Print Head Alignment Cleaning the Paper Path Print Head Maintenance...
Page 246 3. Press the arrow buttons to select Maintenance and press the OK button. You see this screen: 4. Select Nozzle Check and press the OK button. You see this screen: 5. Press one of the Start buttons. After the nozzle pattern prints, you see this screen:...
Page 247 6. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning 7. Do one of the following: • If there are no gaps, select Finish Nozzle Check and press the OK button. Press the Copy button to exit.
Page 248: Checking The Nozzles Using A Computer Utility
8. Follow the instructions on the screen to clean the print head, check the nozzles, and repeat the process as necessary. If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 4 times, leave the product turned on and wait at least 6 hours.
Page 250 4. Click Print. 5. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning...
Page 251: Print Head Cleaning
6. If there are no gaps, click Finish. If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, clean the print head. Parent topic: Print Head Nozzle Check Related concepts Print Head Cleaning Print Head Cleaning If print quality has declined and the nozzle check pattern indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean the print head.
Page 252 4. Select Head Cleaning and press the OK button. You see this screen: 5. Press the OK button. 6. Select the cleaning cycle you want to run, then press one of the Start buttons to clean the print head. You see a message on the LCD screen during the cleaning cycle. Caution: Never turn off the product during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it.
Page 253: Cleaning The Print Head Using A Computer Utility
7. Select Nozzle Check and press the OK button. 8. Press one of the Start buttons to confirm that the print head is clean. If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 4 times, leave the product turned on and wait at least 6 hours.
Page 255 4. Select the cleaning cycle you want to run, based on the nozzle check pattern. 5. Click Start to begin the cleaning cycle. The On light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and stays on when the cleaning cycle is finished. Caution: Never turn off the product during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it.
Page 256: Print Head Alignment
Print head needs cleaning • If there are no gaps, click Finish. • If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, click Clean to clean the print head again. If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 4 times, leave the product turned on and wait at least 6 hours.
Page 257: Aligning The Print Head Using The Product Control Panel
Aligning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel You can align the print head using the control panel on your product. 1. Make sure plain paper is loaded in the product. 2. Press the Setup button. 3. Press the arrow buttons to select Maintenance and press the OK button. You see this screen: 4.
Page 258: Aligning The Print Head Using A Computer Utility
5. Press one of the Start buttons to print an alignment sheet. Note: Do not cancel printing while you are printing a head alignment pattern. You see this screen: 6. Check the printed pattern and press the arrow buttons to choose the number representing the best printed pattern for each set.
Page 259 4. Click Next, then click Print to print an alignment sheet. Note: Do not cancel printing while you are printing a head alignment pattern. You see one of these windows:...
Page 260 5. Check the printed pattern and follow the instructions on the screen to choose the number representing the best printed pattern for each set. • After choosing each pattern number, click Next. • If no patterns are aligned in one or more of the sets, choose the closest one in each set and click Realignment.
Page 261: Cleaning The Paper Path
Cleaning the Paper Path If you see ink on the back of a printout, you can clean the paper path to remove any excess ink. 1. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 2. Use the product control panel to make a copy, but without placing a document on the scanner glass. 3.
Page 262: Cleaning And Transporting Your Product
Cleaning and Transporting Your Product See these sections if you need to clean or transport your product. Cleaning Your Product Transporting Your Product Cleaning Your Product To keep your product working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Close the output tray and Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper support when you are not using the product to protect it from dust.
Page 263 4. Clean the top of the plastic strip (left area highlighted below) with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth (microfiber is recommended). Caution: Do not use liquid or chemical cleansers on the strip. 5. Clean the scanner glass with a soft, lint-free cloth, moistened with a little glass cleaner. Caution: Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the glass and do not press the glass surface with any force.
Page 264: Transporting Your Product
6. Open the ADF cover and use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth to clean the rollers and the interior of the ADF. 7. Close the ADF, then clean the outer case and control panel with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use liquid or chemical cleansers.
Page 265 2. Lift up the scanner unit and check to see if the print head is in the far right position (the home position). If not, turn on the product, wait for the print head to move, then turn the product off again. 3.
Page 266 7. Lower the control panel by squeezing the release bar and gently pushing the panel down. Caution: Do not lower the control panel without first squeezing the release bar or you may damage your product. 8. Place the product in its original packing materials, if possible, or use equivalent materials with cushioning around the product.
Page 267: Solving Problems
Where to Get Help Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it's a good idea to check Epson's support website for free updates to your product software. You can select Download the Latest Software from the Home screen of this manual or visit Epson's driver download site (U.S.
Page 268: Product Status Messages
Epson for support. A printer's ink pad is The ink pads are near the end of their service life. Contact Epson for support. nearing the end of its (To continue printing, press one of the Start buttons.)
Page 269: Running A Product Check
A fatal error has occurred. Turn the product off and then back on again. If the error continues, make sure there is no paper jammed in the product. If jammed paper is removed and the error continues, contact Epson for support.
Page 270 5. Select Nozzle Check and press the OK button. You see this screen: 6. Press one of the Start buttons. After the nozzle pattern prints, you see this screen:...
Page 271: Resetting Control Panel Defaults
• If the page prints but the nozzle check pattern has gaps, clean or align the print head. • If the page does not print, the product may have a problem. Check the other solutions in this manual. If they do not work, contact Epson. Parent topic:...
Page 272: Solving Setup Problems
You see this screen: 3. Select one of these options and press the OK button: • Reset Fax Send/Receive Settings: Resets all settings for sending and receiving faxes • Reset Fax Data Settings: Deletes the speed and group dial lists, header, and fax log •...
Page 273: Noise After Ink Installation
• If the product's print head stops moving or making noise, and the charging process has not finished after 5 minutes, turn off your product. Turn it back on and check to see if charging is still in progress. If it is still in progress, contact Epson for help. Parent topic:...
Page 274: Control Panel Setup Problems
Check these solutions if you have problems setting up or using your product on a network. Note: Breakdown or repair of this product may cause loss of fax and network data and settings. Epson is not responsible for backing up or recovering data and settings during or after the warranty period. We recommend that you make your own backup or print out your fax and network data and settings.
Page 275: Network Software Cannot Find Product On A Network
• Verify that your router or access point is operating correctly by connecting to it from your computer or another device. • You may need to disable the firewall and any anti-virus software on your wireless router or access point. •...
Page 276: Cannot Print Over A Network
Printing a Network Status Sheet Cannot Scan Over a Network If you cannot start Epson Scan for scanning over a network, try these solutions: • If you are scanning a large original at a high resolution, a network communication error may occur. Try...
Page 277: Printing A Network Status Sheet
• If network communication was interrupted while starting Epson Scan, exit Epson Scan, wait a few seconds, and restart it. If Epson Scan cannot restart, turn off your product, turn it back on, and try restarting Epson Scan again. • Make sure the option selected as the Timeout Setting in the Epson Scan Setting program is long enough to complete scanning over a network.
Page 278: Solving Copying Problems
4. Press one of the Start buttons to print the network status sheet. (Press the Stop button if you want to cancel the operation.) Examine the settings shown on the network status sheet to diagnose any problems you have. Parent topic: Solving Network Problems Solving Copying Problems Check these solutions if you have problems copying with your product.
Page 279: Paper Feeding Problems
Paper Jam Problems in the Main Tray Paper Jam Problems in the Automatic Document Feeder Paper Ejection Problems Parent topic: Solving Problems Paper Feeding Problems If you have problems feeding paper, try these solutions: • If paper does not feed for printing, remove it from the cassette. Reload it and adjust the edge guides. Make sure the paper stack is not above the tab on the edge guides inside the cassette.
Page 280 3. Lift up the scanner unit and remove any jammed paper. Caution: Do not touch the flat white cable inside the printer. 4. Squeeze the buttons to release the rear cover and remove it from your product.
Page 281 5. Remove any jammed paper from the rear cover. 6. Open the rear cover and remove any additional jammed paper.
Page 282 7. Remove any paper jammed in the rear of your product. Avoid touching the paper feed rollers.
Page 283 8. Reattach the rear cover. 9. Lower the scanner unit. 10. Press one of the Start buttons to resume printing. If you still see a paper jam message, check the other paper jam solutions. 11. Carefully follow all paper loading instructions when you load new paper. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems...
Page 284: Paper Jam Problems In The Main Tray
Related references Paper Jam Problems in the Main Tray Paper Jam Problems in the Automatic Document Feeder Paper Jam Problems in the Main Tray If you see a message that paper has jammed in the main tray, try these solutions: 1.
Page 285 3. Remove any jammed paper inside the cassette. 4. Remove any paper jammed inside the paper cassette slot.
Page 286 5. Carefully follow all paper loading instructions when you load new paper. 6. Replace the paper cassette.
Page 287 7. Press one of the Start buttons to resume printing. If you still see a paper jam message, continue with these steps. 8. Turn off the product and unplug it from the electrical outlet. 9. Close the output tray. 10. Pull out the paper cassette. 11.
Page 288: Paper Jam Problems In The Automatic Document Feeder
Paper Jam Problems in the Automatic Document Feeder If you have problems with document jams in the automatic document feeder (ADF), try these solutions: 1. Remove your originals from the ADF. 2. Open the ADF cover. 3. Remove any jammed paper.
Page 289 Caution: Do not remove paper jammed inside the ADF without opening the cover or you could damage the ADF. 4. Leave the ADF cover open, then raise the document cover. 5. Remove any jammed paper.
Page 290 6. Lower the document cover. 7. Raise the ADF input tray. 8. Carefully remove the jammed paper.
Page 291: Paper Ejection Problems
9. Lower the ADF input tray and reload your originals. Caution: Make sure you do not load the ADF beyond its capacity for your paper size. Also make sure your originals are not creased or folded, and do not contain holes, staples, tape, or other materials that could obstruct the feeder.
Page 292: Solving Problems Printing From A Computer
Paper Jam Problems in the Main Tray Paper Jam Problems in the Automatic Document Feeder Paper or Media Type Settings Related tasks Cancelling Printing Using a Product Button Related topics Loading Paper Solving Problems Printing from a Computer Check these sections if you have problems while printing from your computer. Nothing Prints Product Icon Does Not Appear in Windows Taskbar Error After Cartridge Replacement...
Page 293: Product Icon Does Not Appear In Windows Taskbar
3. Click the Maintenance tab. 4. Click the Extended Settings button. 5. Select Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3, then click OK. 6. Click the Monitoring Preferences button. 7. Click the Shortcut Icon box. 8. Click OK to close the open program windows.
Page 294: Error After Cartridge Replacement
Error After Cartridge Replacement If you see an error light or error message after you replace an ink cartridge, try this solution: 1. Make sure the print head is in the ink cartridge replacement position. (The ink cartridge holder should be beneath the cutout in the product case, allowing access to the cartridges.) Note: If the print head is not in the correct position, press the Stop button to move it to the ink...
Page 295: Solving Page Layout And Content Problems
• Always spool RAW datatype • Page Rendering Mode • Print as Bitmap Parent topic: Solving Problems Printing from a Computer Related references Windows System Requirements Mac System Requirements Paper or Media Type Settings Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Solving Page Layout and Content Problems...
Page 296: Too Many Copies Print
Note: Leave these options turned on when you print on Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper, if available for your product. Parent topic: Solving Page Layout and Content Problems Related tasks Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.4...
Page 297: Incorrect Margins On Printout
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac OS X 10.4 Incorrect Margins on Printout If your printed page has incorrect margins, try these solutions: •...
Page 298: Incorrect Characters Print
Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Incorrect Characters Print If incorrect characters appear in your prints, try these solutions before reprinting: •...
Page 299: Slanted Printout
Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7 Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X 10.4 Related topics Loading Paper Slanted Printout...
Page 300: White Or Dark Lines In Printout
Parent topic: Solving Problems Related topics Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems White or Dark Lines in Printout If you notice white or dark lines in your prints (also called banding), try these solutions before you reprint: • Clean the print head. •...
Page 301 • Make sure your paper meets the specifications for your product. • Use Epson papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine Epson inks. • Make sure the paper type setting in your product software matches the type of paper you loaded.
Page 302: Faint Printout Or Printout Has Gaps
Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X 10.4 Cleaning the Paper Path Related topics Loading Paper Faint Printout or Printout Has Gaps If your printouts are faint or have gaps, try these solutions: • Clean the print head. • The ink cartridges may be old or low on ink, and you may need to replace them. •...
Page 303: Incorrect Colors
• Your printed colors can never exactly match your on-screen colors. However, you can use a color management system to get as close as possible. Try using the color management options in your printer software. • For best results, use genuine Epson ink and paper. Parent topic: Solving Print Quality Problems...
Page 304: Solving Scanning Problems
• If you upgraded your operating system but did not reinstall your scanning software, try reinstalling it. Note: Epson Scan is not available for Mac OS X 10.6/10.7. Parent topic: Solving Scanning Problems...
Page 305: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems
• Make sure your computer is not running in a power-saving mode, such as sleep or standby. If so, wake your system and restart Epson Scan. • Make sure you do not have multiple versions of Epson Scan installed. If you do, uninstall both versions and install one version.
Page 306: Line Of Dots Appears In All Scanned Images
• If you are scanning using the Epson Scan Black & White setting, adjust the Threshold setting and scan again. Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related topics Placing Originals on the Product Line of Dots Appears in All Scanned Images If a line of dots appears in all your scanned images, clean the scanner glass with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth or use a small amount of glass cleaner on the cloth, if necessary.
Page 307: Image Colors Are Patchy At The Edges
You may see a ripple pattern (called a moiré) in scanned images of printed documents. This is caused by interference from differing pitches in the scanner's screen and your original's halftone screen. To reduce this effect, adjust these Epson Scan settings (if available) and try scanning again: • Select the Descreening setting.
Page 308: Image Is Scanned Upside-Down
Scan Area is Not Adjustable in Thumbnail Preview If you cannot adjust the scan area while viewing a Thumbnail preview in Epson Scan, try these solutions: • Create a scan area by drawing a marquee on your preview image and adjusting it as necessary.
Page 309: Scanned Image Edges Are Cropped
Related tasks Selecting a Scan Area - Home Mode Selecting a Scan Area - Professional Mode Scanned Image Edges are Cropped If the edges of a scanned image are cropped, make sure your original is placed correctly for scanning. If necessary, move your original away from the edges of the scanner glass slightly.
Page 310: Cannot Transfer Photos To Or From A Memory Card
• If you have too many photos on your memory card, you may not see all the photos you expect or may be prompted to select a group of photos by date. Reduce the number of photos on your card or select one group of photos at a time.
Page 311: Cannot Send Or Receive Faxes
Note: If your product is connected to a VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phone line, keep in mind that fax machines are designed to work over analog phone lines. Epson cannot guarantee that fax transmission will work when using VoIP.
Page 312: When To Uninstall Your Product Software
5. In the next window, select your product and click OK. Then follow any on-screen instructions. 6. Open the Windows Control Panel utility. 7. Do one of the following to uninstall Epson Event Manager, then follow any on-screen instructions: • Windows 7 or Windows Vista: Select Programs and Features. (In Classic view, select Programs and click Uninstall a program.) Select Epson Event Manager and click...
Page 313: Uninstalling Product Software - Mac Os X
• Windows XP: Select Epson Scan and click Change/Remove. 9. Restart your computer, then see the Start Here sheet to re-install your software. Note: If you find that re-installing your product software does not solve a problem, contact Epson. Parent topic:...
Page 314 Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long distance charges may apply. Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Page 315: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications These sections list the technical specifications for your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to www.epson.com/recycle information on how to return your products for proper disposal. Windows System Requirements Mac System Requirements...
Page 316: Mac System Requirements
Note: Visit Epson's support website at www.epson.com/support (U.S.) or www.epson.ca/support (Canada) for the latest in compatibility and drivers for your product. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Mac System Requirements To use your product and its software, your Mac should use one of these operating systems: •...
Page 317: Automatic Document Feeder (Adf) Specifications
Scanning resolution 2400 dpi (main scan) 2400 dpi (sub scan) Output resolution 50 to 4800, 7200, and 9600 dpi (50 to 4800 dpi in 1 dpi increments) Image data 16 bits per pixel per color internal 8 bits per pixel per color internal Light source Parent topic: Technical Specifications...
Page 318: Paper Specifications
Note: Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, Epson cannot guarantee the quality of any non-Epson brand or type of paper. Always test a sample of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
Page 319: Printable Area Specifications
8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) 3.5 × 5 inches (89 × 127 mm) 16:9 wide (4 × 17.1 inches [102 × 434 mm]) Paper types Plain paper and paper distributed by Epson Thickness 0.003 to 0.004 inch (0.08 to 0.11 mm) Weight...
Page 320 Single sheets Top: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum Left: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum Right: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum Bottom: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum Envelopes...
Page 321: Ink Cartridge Specifications
Technical Specifications Ink Cartridge Specifications Note: We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage. The printer ships with full cartridges and part of the ink from this first set of cartridges is used for priming the printer.
Page 322: Memory Card Specifications
Memory Card Specifications Note: Cards marked with an asterisk (*) require an adapter; consult your adapter documentation for details on using it. Compatible types CompactFlash Microdrive Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick Duo* Memory Stick PRO Duo* Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo* Memory Stick Micro* MagicGate Memory Stick MagicGate Memory Stick Duo*...
Page 323: Dimension Specifications
Media format DCF DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) version 1.0 or 2.0 compliant Voltage requirements 3.3 V Maximum current: 500 mA Parent topic: Technical Specifications Related references Memory Card File Specifications Dimension Specifications Height Stored: 8.9 inches (226 mm) Printing: 9.4 inches (238 mm) Width Stored: 17.6 inches (446 mm)
Page 324: Environmental Specifications
Interface type Hi-Speed USB (Device class for computers) Hi-Speed USB (for PictBridge-compliant devices/mass storage class for external storage) Note: Epson cannot guarantee the operation of externally connected devices. Parent topic: Technical Specifications External USB Device Specifications Note: Use only external storage devices with independent AC power sources. External storage devices...
Page 325: Network Interface Specifications
CD-R drive CD-R 650MB, CD-R 700MB CD-RW is not supported DVD-R drive DVD-R 4.7GB DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW are not supported Magneto-optical drive 128MB, 230MB, 640MB, 1.3GB Hard disk and USB flash Formatted in FAT, FAT32, or exFAT. drives Parent topic: Technical Specifications Network Interface Specifications Wireless LAN standard...
Page 326 • Manufacturer: Marvell Semiconductor Inc. • Type: SP88W8786-MD0-2C2T00 This product conforms to Part 15 of FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the IC Rules. Epson cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 327: Notices
Notices Check these sections for important notices about your product. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to www.epson.com/recycle information on how to return your products for proper disposal. FCC Compliance Statement Software Notices...
Page 328 This product is not intended to be repaired. If you experience trouble with this equipment, please contact: Name: Epson America, Inc. Address: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way, Long Beach, CA 90806 U.S.A. Telephone: (562) 981-3840 The telephone company may ask that you disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.
Page 329: Software Notices
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification or Declaration of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment.
Page 330 3. The open source software programs are WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the license agreements of each open source software program for more details, which are described in OSS.pdf on your Printer Software CD.
Page 331 usb8786 GNU LGPL This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the GNU Lesser General Public License Version 2 or later version ("LGPL Programs"). The list of LGPL Programs: uclibc-0.9.29 libusb-libs-0.1.12 zeroconf 0.6.1-1 Apple Public Source License This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the Apple Public Source License Version1.2 or its latest version ("Apple Public Source License Programs").
Page 332 Sun RPC License This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the Sun RPC License ("Sun RPC Programs"). The list of Sun RPC Programs: busybox- 1 .2.2.1 netkit-inetd-0.17 portmap-5beta TCP Wrappers license This printer product includes the open source software program "TCP Wrappers" which applies the terms and conditions provided by owner of the copyright to the "TCP Wrappers".
Page 333: Trademarks
Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products.
Page 334: Libtiff Software Acknowledgment
Copyright Notice A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials Epson encourages each user to be responsible and respectful of the copyright laws when using any Epson product. While some countries' laws permit limited copying or reuse of copyrighted material in certain circumstances, those circumstances may not be as broad as some people assume.
Page 335: Default Delay Times For Power Management For Epson Products
Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products This product will enter sleep mode after a period of nonuse. The time interval has been set at the factory to ensure that the product meets Energy Star standards of energy efficiency, and cannot be modified by the consumer.

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