Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Epson, Exceed Your Vision, MicroPiezo, AcuPhoto Halftoning, Claria, Epson UltraChrome K3, Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss, and PictureMate are for optional cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Additionally, unlike competitive printers tht require special or optional inks, with Epson papers. Epson papers are designed in conjunction with stellar image...
... to as halftoning, that produces fast, high-quality, color-accurate output. Epson, Exceed Your Vision, MicroPiezo, AcuPhoto Halftoning, Claria, Epson UltraChrome K3, Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss, and PictureMate are for optional cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Additionally, unlike competitive printers tht require special or optional inks, with Epson papers. Epson papers are designed in conjunction with stellar image...
EPSON Software Installation Instructions
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... wait for instructions on the paper support, install ink cartridges, load paper, and connect the printer to unpack your printer, put on installing your printer software. 2. You can't install your printer software this screen, click Cancel. CPD-11390 EPSON® Stylus® Color 777/777i Printer Software Update s Installing your printer software on . 6. Don't follow the steps below to turn it stops...
... wait for instructions on the paper support, install ink cartridges, load paper, and connect the printer to unpack your printer, put on installing your printer software. 2. You can't install your printer software this screen, click Cancel. CPD-11390 EPSON® Stylus® Color 777/777i Printer Software Update s Installing your printer software on . 6. Don't follow the steps below to turn it stops...
Printer Basics
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Heavyweight EPSON Photo Paper Selecting the Correct Media Type Maintaining Your Printer Cleaning the Print Head Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Precautions Determining Which Cartridge to Finish Printing with Windows Loading Paper Opening the Printer Software Selecting Printer Software Settings Controlling Printing Printing on a Macintosh Loading Paper Opening the Printer Software Selecting Printer Software Settings Controlling...
Heavyweight EPSON Photo Paper Selecting the Correct Media Type Maintaining Your Printer Cleaning the Print Head Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Precautions Determining Which Cartridge to Finish Printing with Windows Loading Paper Opening the Printer Software Selecting Printer Software Settings Controlling Printing Printing on a Macintosh Loading Paper Opening the Printer Software Selecting Printer Software Settings Controlling...
Printer Basics
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... iv Aligning the Print Head 24 Cleaning the Printer 25 Transporting the Printer 26 Problem Solving 27 Identifying Printer Parts 27 Diagnosing Printer Problems 28 Checking the Control Panel Lights 28 Running a Printer Check 29 Problems and Solutions 30 Setup and Software... Reinstalling Printer Software 36 Where To Get Help 37 EPSON Technical Support 37 Creative Software Technical Support 38 Requirements and Notices 39 Windows System Requirements 39 Macintosh System Requirements 40 ENERGY STAR Compliance 40 Important Safety Instructions 41 Ink Cartridge Safety...
... iv Aligning the Print Head 24 Cleaning the Printer 25 Transporting the Printer 26 Problem Solving 27 Identifying Printer Parts 27 Diagnosing Printer Problems 28 Checking the Control Panel Lights 28 Running a Printer Check 29 Problems and Solutions 30 Setup and Software... Reinstalling Printer Software 36 Where To Get Help 37 EPSON Technical Support 37 Creative Software Technical Support 38 Requirements and Notices 39 Windows System Requirements 39 Macintosh System Requirements 40 ENERGY STAR Compliance 40 Important Safety Instructions 41 Ink Cartridge Safety...
Printer Basics
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... Fix-it FlixSM movies that explain these steps to see. Macintosh: Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon, then double-click the EPSON icon. Watching Printer Movies Need help loading plain or special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? Your printer software CD-ROM includes helpful Fix-it Flix screen appears: Click here 4.
... Fix-it FlixSM movies that explain these steps to see. Macintosh: Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon, then double-click the EPSON icon. Watching Printer Movies Need help loading plain or special paper, replacing ink cartridges, or cleaning the print head? Your printer software CD-ROM includes helpful Fix-it Flix screen appears: Click here 4.
Printer Basics
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... the image, you may need to keep your printer for : s cleaning the print head (below) s replacing an ink cartridge (on page 21) s aligning the print head (on page 24) s cleaning the printer (on page 25) s transporting the printer (on your printer working at least once a month to replace the ink cartridge; If you may need to maintain good...
... the image, you may need to keep your printer for : s cleaning the print head (below) s replacing an ink cartridge (on page 21) s aligning the print head (on page 24) s cleaning the printer (on page 25) s transporting the printer (on your printer working at least once a month to replace the ink cartridge; If you may need to maintain good...
Printer Basics
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... your printer not covered by EPSON's warranty. When the b error light stays on, a cartridge is a good time to replace it if printouts don't look their best. When an installed cartridge is more than six months old, you can replace the cartridge even if the b error light is low on the package: s Black ink cartridge: T017201 (U.S.), T017311 (Canada) s Color ink cartridge...
... your printer not covered by EPSON's warranty. When the b error light stays on, a cartridge is a good time to replace it if printouts don't look their best. When an installed cartridge is more than six months old, you can replace the cartridge even if the b error light is low on the package: s Black ink cartridge: T017201 (U.S.), T017311 (Canada) s Color ink cartridge...
Printer Basics
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... empty cartridge installed in the EPSON Status Monitor 3 (Windows) or EPSON StatusMonitor (Macintosh) window that automatically appears on , but not flashing), then open the printer cover. 2. s Press the e ink cartridge replacement button and check the flash pattern of the cartridge or ...replace color cartridge Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you have obtained a replacement. Follow these steps to remove the clear seal underneath the cartridge. Otherwise the ink remaining in one of the cartridge; To avoid damaging the printer, ...
... empty cartridge installed in the EPSON Status Monitor 3 (Windows) or EPSON StatusMonitor (Macintosh) window that automatically appears on , but not flashing), then open the printer cover. 2. s Press the e ink cartridge replacement button and check the flash pattern of the cartridge or ...replace color cartridge Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you have obtained a replacement. Follow these steps to remove the clear seal underneath the cartridge. Otherwise the ink remaining in one of the cartridge; To avoid damaging the printer, ...
Printer Basics
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Unwrap the new ink cartridge. black cartridge color cartridge Don't place the cartridge under the hooks; you may damage the clamp when you place it . 23 The cartridge rises up the ink cartridge clamp. Tilt the new cartridge forward slightly as you close it in the holder clamps. Pull up from its... holder. Hang the tabs at the back of it carefully. 5. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of the cartridge ...
Unwrap the new ink cartridge. black cartridge color cartridge Don't place the cartridge under the hooks; you may damage the clamp when you place it . 23 The cartridge rises up the ink cartridge clamp. Tilt the new cartridge forward slightly as you close it in the holder clamps. Pull up from its... holder. Hang the tabs at the back of it carefully. 5. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of the cartridge ...
Printer Basics
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... paper is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. Never turn off the printer while the Ppower light is loaded. Right-click the EPSON Stylus Color 777 icon, then select Properties (Windows...alignment. 2. Or, with Windows, click Start, point to replace the other ink cartridge, repeat steps 3 through 7 before continuing with step 9. 9. 7. Press the e ink cartridge replacement button and close the printer cover. Windows: Click the Utility tab. Charging takes about one minute. Aligning...
... paper is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. Never turn off the printer while the Ppower light is loaded. Right-click the EPSON Stylus Color 777 icon, then select Properties (Windows...alignment. 2. Or, with Windows, click Start, point to replace the other ink cartridge, repeat steps 3 through 7 before continuing with step 9. 9. 7. Press the e ink cartridge replacement button and close the printer cover. Windows: Click the Utility tab. Charging takes about one minute. Aligning...
Printer Basics
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...Here sheet. Remove any paper from the electrical outlet. Follow these steps: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Turn on the printer, wait until the print head locks in its new location. 1. Unplug the power cord from the... Be sure to the printer case 5. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with them. Keep the printer level as shown, then close the tray. 6. If you transport it. Open the printer cover. Tape the ink cartridge holder to remove the tape used in step 4 after installing the printer in the far right...
...Here sheet. Remove any paper from the electrical outlet. Follow these steps: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Turn on the printer, wait until the print head locks in its new location. 1. Unplug the power cord from the... Be sure to the printer case 5. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with them. Keep the printer level as shown, then close the tray. 6. If you transport it. Open the printer cover. Tape the ink cartridge holder to remove the tape used in step 4 after installing the printer in the far right...
Printer Basics
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... illustrations: sheet feeder left edge guide paper support printer cover output tray output tray extension ink cartridge holders (do not remove) control panel 27 Problem Solving This section gives you need help determine what the cause of the printer, refer to your printer driver. Visit www.epson.com and check the section for possible updates to...
... illustrations: sheet feeder left edge guide paper support printer cover output tray output tray extension ink cartridge holders (do not remove) control panel 27 Problem Solving This section gives you need help determine what the cause of the printer, refer to your printer driver. Visit www.epson.com and check the section for possible updates to...
Printer Basics
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... print. see page 37 for any jammed paper. If paper is jammed, press the b maintenance button to try to replace an ink cartridge. If that doesn't work, turn the printer back on. Turn off the printer and gently pull out all the paper. If the lights are still in the same state, contact your... b error light is on page 29. If necessary, load or reload paper and press the b maintenance button. When the b error light flashes, your dealer or EPSON; Then turn off the printer, open the cover, and check inside for contact information. 28
... print. see page 37 for any jammed paper. If paper is jammed, press the b maintenance button to try to replace an ink cartridge. If that doesn't work, turn the printer back on. Turn off the printer and gently pull out all the paper. If the lights are still in the same state, contact your... b error light is on page 29. If necessary, load or reload paper and press the b maintenance button. When the b error light flashes, your dealer or EPSON; Then turn off the printer, open the cover, and check inside for contact information. 28
Printer Basics
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...is not controlled by a switch or timer. The printer prints one page showing its dots, you 're replacing an ink cartridge, the flash pattern indicates which cartridge is low on ink, as you need to determine whether a problem comes from the printer. 3. see page 37 for contact information. If...until the Ppower light starts to work, contact your printer may have an internal error. P and b flash P and b are turned off. 2. If you may have a problem with your dealer or EPSON; Follow these solutions: s Make sure the printer is not receiving power. If the check page prints...
...is not controlled by a switch or timer. The printer prints one page showing its dots, you 're replacing an ink cartridge, the flash pattern indicates which cartridge is low on ink, as you need to determine whether a problem comes from the printer. 3. see page 37 for contact information. If...until the Ppower light starts to work, contact your printer may have an internal error. P and b flash P and b are turned off. 2. If you may have a problem with your dealer or EPSON; Follow these solutions: s Make sure the printer is not receiving power. If the check page prints...
Printer Basics
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... see your Start Here sheet. 30 Turn off the printer, wait a moment, then turn off the printer. You're having problems installing the printer software. If the light is still flashing after ink cartridge installation. s Make sure your printer is turned on page 39. s If your system ... Corel Print House,™ you turn it is securely connected at both ends. Also make sure your printer icon (SC 777) doesn't appear in the Macintosh Chooser, you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its ink delivery system for instructions on the Start Here sheet.
... see your Start Here sheet. 30 Turn off the printer, wait a moment, then turn off the printer. You're having problems installing the printer software. If the light is still flashing after ink cartridge installation. s Make sure your printer is turned on page 39. s If your system ... Corel Print House,™ you turn it is securely connected at both ends. Also make sure your printer icon (SC 777) doesn't appear in the Macintosh Chooser, you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its ink delivery system for instructions on the Start Here sheet.
Printer Basics
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s Make sure the Media Type setting matches the paper you 're using Automatic mode. It is face up ). s The ink cartridges may need cleaning; See page 7 (Windows) or page 11 (Macintosh) for instructions. s Make sure your paper isn't damp, curled, or loaded face down ... paper meets the specifications listed in your paper one sheet at a time. See page 24 for instructions. see page 19 for instructions. To replace an ink cartridge, see banding (light lines). s Run the Print Head Alignment utility. Print Quality Problems You see page 21. s Try using transparencies. 32 See page...
s Make sure the Media Type setting matches the paper you 're using Automatic mode. It is face up ). s The ink cartridges may need cleaning; See page 7 (Windows) or page 11 (Macintosh) for instructions. s Make sure your paper isn't damp, curled, or loaded face down ... paper meets the specifications listed in your paper one sheet at a time. See page 24 for instructions. see page 19 for instructions. To replace an ink cartridge, see banding (light lines). s Run the Print Head Alignment utility. Print Quality Problems You see page 21. s Try using transparencies. 32 See page...
Printer Basics
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s The print head nozzles may need cleaning; To replace an ink cartridge, see your software documentation. s Try using Automatic mode. s The ink cartridges may be old or low on -screen colors. s Your printed colors can use a color management system to increase the image resolution or print it in a smaller size; For information, see page 7 (Windows) or page 11...
s The print head nozzles may need cleaning; To replace an ink cartridge, see your software documentation. s Try using Automatic mode. s The ink cartridges may be old or low on -screen colors. s Your printed colors can use a color management system to increase the image resolution or print it in a smaller size; For information, see page 7 (Windows) or page 11...
Printer Basics
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...the following information ready: s Product name (EPSON Stylus Color 777 or EPSON Stylus Color 777i) s Product serial number (located on the back of your Start Here sheet. 38 sales only). Before you need help with the creative software on the printer software CD-ROM, please contact the manufacturer,...titled "Install the Creative Software and View EPSON Documentation" on the back of the printer) s Proof of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store at www.epson.com (U.S. To speak to a technical ...
...the following information ready: s Product name (EPSON Stylus Color 777 or EPSON Stylus Color 777i) s Product serial number (located on the back of your Start Here sheet. 38 sales only). Before you need help with the creative software on the printer software CD-ROM, please contact the manufacturer,...titled "Install the Creative Software and View EPSON Documentation" on the back of the printer) s Proof of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store at www.epson.com (U.S. To speak to a technical ...
Printer Basics
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... that there is a valve in place. 42 s After bringing an ink cartridge inside the printer or touch the cartridge during printing. s Do not shake an ink cartridge; However, each time a cartridge is inserted, some ink is capped in the far right position and the ink cartridges are in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed...
... that there is a valve in place. 42 s After bringing an ink cartridge inside the printer or touch the cartridge during printing. s Do not shake an ink cartridge; However, each time a cartridge is inserted, some ink is capped in the far right position and the ink cartridges are in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed...
Printer Basics
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... back to determine whether the unit requires repair. An Epson service technician will ship a replacement printer to you . You are responsible for the EPSON printer. Exchange products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the replacement printer in the event that the consumable ink cartridges enclosed with non-Epson products, or service other rights which vary from...
... back to determine whether the unit requires repair. An Epson service technician will ship a replacement printer to you . You are responsible for the EPSON printer. Exchange products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the replacement printer in the event that the consumable ink cartridges enclosed with non-Epson products, or service other rights which vary from...