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... Empty or Low Ink Cartridge 29 Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines 32 Aligning the Print Head 34 Cleaning the Printer 36 Transporting the Printer 37 PROBLEM SOLVING 39 Printer Parts 40 Diagnosing Printer Problems 41 Checking the Control Panel Lights 41 Running a Printer Check 42 Problems and Solutions 43 Setup and Software Installation Problems 43 Printer Problems 44...
... Empty or Low Ink Cartridge 29 Replacing a Cartridge When Print Quality Declines 32 Aligning the Print Head 34 Cleaning the Printer 36 Transporting the Printer 37 PROBLEM SOLVING 39 Printer Parts 40 Diagnosing Printer Problems 41 Checking the Control Panel Lights 41 Running a Printer Check 42 Problems and Solutions 43 Setup and Software Installation Problems 43 Printer Problems 44...
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Limited Warranty 65 INDEX 67 v INSTALLING SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 2000, 95, NT 4.X, AND MACINTOSH OS X 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x 56 Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X 57 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 59 Windows System Requirements 59 Macintosh System Requirements 60 ENERGY STAR Compliance 61 Important Safety Instructions 61 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 62 FCC Compliance Statement 63 Declaration of Conformity 64 Epson America, Inc.
Limited Warranty 65 INDEX 67 v INSTALLING SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWS 2000, 95, NT 4.X, AND MACINTOSH OS X 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 53 Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x 56 Installing Printer Software for Macintosh OS X 57 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 59 Windows System Requirements 59 Macintosh System Requirements 60 ENERGY STAR Compliance 61 Important Safety Instructions 61 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 62 FCC Compliance Statement 63 Declaration of Conformity 64 Epson America, Inc.
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...: With Exif Print, special image settings such as EPSON Software Film Factory. ■ Your EPSON Printer Information Center gives you quick, on-screen access to the EPSON PhotoCenter on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, and other tasks. and create free online postcards with your digital photo files. Your printer software installer lets you can store, organize, and share...
...: With Exif Print, special image settings such as EPSON Software Film Factory. ■ Your EPSON Printer Information Center gives you quick, on-screen access to the EPSON PhotoCenter on loading special paper, replacing ink cartridges, and other tasks. and create free online postcards with your digital photo files. Your printer software installer lets you can store, organize, and share...
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..., your warranty, and instructions on: ■ Using the EPSON Printer Information Center ■ Printing with Windows or on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems ■ Installing printer software on the Start Here sheet for installing the printer software for better printing. About Your Documentation To set up your EPSON Printer Information Center, described in the next section. Cautions...
..., your warranty, and instructions on: ■ Using the EPSON Printer Information Center ■ Printing with Windows or on a Macintosh ■ Maintaining the printer ■ Solving basic problems ■ Installing printer software on the Start Here sheet for installing the printer software for better printing. About Your Documentation To set up your EPSON Printer Information Center, described in the next section. Cautions...
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... site periodically for possible updates to your convenience. Problem Solving 39 Visit http://support.epson.com and check the section for your product to see these sections for solutions. ■ "Setup and Software Installation Problems" on page 43 ■ "Printer Problems" on page 44 ■ "Quality Problems" on page 45 ■ "Paper Problems" on...
... site periodically for possible updates to your convenience. Problem Solving 39 Visit http://support.epson.com and check the section for your product to see these sections for solutions. ■ "Setup and Software Installation Problems" on page 43 ■ "Printer Problems" on page 44 ■ "Quality Problems" on page 45 ■ "Paper Problems" on...
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...printer. 3. Then disconnect the interface cable from the printer itself or some other source. The printer prints one page showing its dots, you may not be installed correctly. Then reconnect the interface cable and turn on your dealer or EPSON...ROM version number, ink counter, and a nozzle check pattern. Try the suggestions in the power cord securely, and turn the printer off the printer, plug in "Problems...(If the pattern has gaps in your software settings, the interface cable, or your printer software may have a problem with your printer. Only the nozzle check pattern is not...
...printer. 3. Then disconnect the interface cable from the printer itself or some other source. The printer prints one page showing its dots, you may not be installed correctly. Then reconnect the interface cable and turn on your dealer or EPSON...ROM version number, ink counter, and a nozzle check pattern. Try the suggestions in the power cord securely, and turn the printer off the printer, plug in "Problems...(If the pattern has gaps in your software settings, the interface cable, or your printer software may have a problem with your printer. Only the nozzle check pattern is not...
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...ink the next time you may not have software installation privileges. Contact your System Administrator. ■ If your computer. Problem Solving 43 If the printer stops moving or making noise, but the P power light is securely connected at both ends. Turn off the printer or it back on, contact EPSON...if you see an error message or your software doesn't install correctly, you have any unnecessary extensions and restart your printer icon (C82 Series) doesn't appear in the printer. Then carefully follow the installation instructions for about 90 seconds. Problems and ...
...ink the next time you may not have software installation privileges. Contact your System Administrator. ■ If your computer. Problem Solving 43 If the printer stops moving or making noise, but the P power light is securely connected at both ends. Turn off the printer or it back on, contact EPSON...if you see an error message or your software doesn't install correctly, you have any unnecessary extensions and restart your printer icon (C82 Series) doesn't appear in the printer. Then carefully follow the installation instructions for about 90 seconds. Problems and ...
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See your printer software is selected as though it 's tilted or at an angle. If the check page prints, make sure your Windows online help system for details. ■ If you need more than the minimum requirements listed. Make sure your printer for instructions. ■ The printer won't operate properly if.... select Ignore or Warn instead. ■ If you're using Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP with a USB connection, make sure your printer is installed correctly. ■ If you're printing on a network, you 're printing over a network, see page 25 for use on configuring your system ...
See your printer software is selected as though it 's tilted or at an angle. If the check page prints, make sure your Windows online help system for details. ■ If you need more than the minimum requirements listed. Make sure your printer for instructions. ■ The printer won't operate properly if.... select Ignore or Warn instead. ■ If you're using Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP with a USB connection, make sure your printer is installed correctly. ■ If you're printing on a network, you 're printing over a network, see page 25 for use on configuring your system ...
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...the Main Menu. 3. Point to open the window.) You see the Start Here sheet to reinstall your software. In the next window, make sure EPSON Stylus C82 Series is selected and click OK. Restart your computer, then see the Start Here sheet or the instructions... example, you upgrade your Windows operating system. Click Install Printer Driver. Double-click Print Center to Epson or EPSON Printers, then select EPSON Printer Software Uninstall. 3. Then follow the on -screen instructions. 4. Insert your printer software CD-ROM in the Easy Install list at the bottom and follow the on -screen...
...the Main Menu. 3. Point to open the window.) You see the Start Here sheet to reinstall your software. In the next window, make sure EPSON Stylus C82 Series is selected and click OK. Restart your computer, then see the Start Here sheet or the instructions... example, you upgrade your Windows operating system. Click Install Printer Driver. Double-click Print Center to Epson or EPSON Printers, then select EPSON Printer Software Uninstall. 3. Then follow the on -screen instructions. 4. Insert your printer software CD-ROM in the Easy Install list at the bottom and follow the on -screen...
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... drive. Installing Software for setting up your printer is still on.) 2. Wait until you begin, complete the instructions for Windows 2000, 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X 53 Turn on your computer. (Make sure your printer on page 57 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 Before you see the Found New Hardware screen. Then put the EPSON CD-ROM...
... drive. Installing Software for setting up your printer is still on.) 2. Wait until you begin, complete the instructions for Windows 2000, 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X 53 Turn on your computer. (Make sure your printer on page 57 Installing Printer Software for Windows 2000 Before you see the Found New Hardware screen. Then put the EPSON CD-ROM...
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Click Next again on the following screen. After a moment, click Next. Wait while the files are copied to your computer. 6. Click Next. 5. 3. Click Finish when you see a screen indicating that Windows has found an unknown device. 4. You see this screen: 54 Installing Software for Windows 2000, 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X
Click Next again on the following screen. After a moment, click Next. Wait while the files are copied to your computer. 6. Click Next. 5. 3. Click Finish when you see a screen indicating that Windows has found an unknown device. 4. You see this screen: 54 Installing Software for Windows 2000, 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X
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... on-screen directions to place a shortcut to install the software. 10. You see the EPSON Product Registration screen, register your desktop. 11. See the instructions beginning on your printer as instructed. Click Install Manual and Printer Movies and follow the on-screen instructions to the EPSON Printer Information Center on page 10. Installing Software for Windows 2000, 95, NT 4.x, and...
... on-screen directions to place a shortcut to install the software. 10. You see the EPSON Product Registration screen, register your desktop. 11. See the instructions beginning on your printer as instructed. Click Install Manual and Printer Movies and follow the on-screen instructions to the EPSON Printer Information Center on page 10. Installing Software for Windows 2000, 95, NT 4.x, and...
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... Install Printer Driver. Optionally, click Install EPSON Software Film Factory and follow the on the Start Here sheet for setting up your computer. 5. Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x Before you see the Add New Hardware Wizard, click Cancel. When you see a message that way. 3. Note: Use a parallel cable to connect the printer to install the software. 56 Installing Software for...
... Install Printer Driver. Optionally, click Install EPSON Software Film Factory and follow the on the Start Here sheet for setting up your computer. 5. Installing Printer Software for Windows 95 and NT 4.x Before you see the Add New Hardware Wizard, click Cancel. When you see a message that way. 3. Note: Use a parallel cable to connect the printer to install the software. 56 Installing Software for...
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..., 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X 57 Then double-click C82Series. 3. Click here Installing Software for setting up an administrator password when you installed OS X, you see the EPSON Product Registration screen, register your printer. 1. When you set up your printer as instructed. 9. You're ready to the EPSON Printer Information Center on , then start printing! Double-click the...
..., 95, NT 4.x, and Macintosh OS X 57 Then double-click C82Series. 3. Click here Installing Software for setting up an administrator password when you installed OS X, you see the EPSON Product Registration screen, register your printer. 1. When you set up your printer as instructed. 9. You're ready to the EPSON Printer Information Center on , then start printing! Double-click the...
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... desktop. (You may have no printers available, click Add. 9. Then select EPSON USB in the Printer List, close the Film Factory window to see a message that you 're ready to print! 4. Double-click the Printer Movies and Manual icon and follow the on -screen instructions to install the OS 9 printer software. 58 Installing Software for Windows 2000, 95, NT...
... desktop. (You may have no printers available, click Add. 9. Then select EPSON USB in the Printer List, close the Film Factory window to see a message that you 're ready to print! 4. Double-click the Printer Movies and Manual icon and follow the on -screen instructions to install the OS 9 printer software. 58 Installing Software for Windows 2000, 95, NT...
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Requirements and Notices 59 Windows System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your computer, and a 36-pin, Centronics® compatible connector for installing the printer software ■ Parallel connection: a high-speed, bidirectional IEEE-1284 compliant parallel cable, up to malfunction. USB ...adapter and monitor (SVGA for Windows XP) ■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for the printer. Caution: Using an improperly shielded USB cable may cause the printer to 10 feet long (3 meters); Requirements and Notices This chapter includes system requirements, safety instructions...
Requirements and Notices 59 Windows System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your computer, and a 36-pin, Centronics® compatible connector for installing the printer software ■ Parallel connection: a high-speed, bidirectional IEEE-1284 compliant parallel cable, up to malfunction. USB ...adapter and monitor (SVGA for Windows XP) ■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for the printer. Caution: Using an improperly shielded USB cable may cause the printer to 10 feet long (3 meters); Requirements and Notices This chapter includes system requirements, safety instructions...
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OS X 10.1 or later (Mac OS 9.1 or better recommended) ■ For Mac OS 8.6 through 9.x; Macintosh System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your system should have: ■ An Apple® iMac™ series or Power Macintosh® G3 or G4 with built-in USB port ■ Mac... OS X: 128MB RAM (256MB recommended) ■ 100MB free hard disk space (200MB recommended) ■ VGA display or better ■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software ■ A shielded USB "AB" cable. Caution: Using an improperly shielded USB cable may cause the...
OS X 10.1 or later (Mac OS 9.1 or better recommended) ■ For Mac OS 8.6 through 9.x; Macintosh System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your system should have: ■ An Apple® iMac™ series or Power Macintosh® G3 or G4 with built-in USB port ■ Mac... OS X: 128MB RAM (256MB recommended) ■ 100MB free hard disk space (200MB recommended) ■ VGA display or better ■ CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software ■ A shielded USB "AB" cable. Caution: Using an improperly shielded USB cable may cause the...
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..., 40, 45, 46 Type setting, 11, 23 Paper out light, 41 Paper Size setting, 11, 15, 18 Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper, 23 Photo RPM setting, 14, 22 Photo setting, 11 PhotoCenter, EPSON, 2 PhotoEnhance setting, 12, 16, 22 Premium Bright White Paper, 23 Previewing printout, 12, 17, 19 Print Center, 20 ..., 40 problems, 41 to 42, 44 to 45 status, 13, 20 transporting, 37 Printer Information Center, 2, 4 to 5 Printing controlling, 13, 20 Macintosh, 15 to 23 on envelopes, 8 to 9 slow, 44 Windows, 10 to 14 Problems installing software, 43 to 44 miscellaneous, 48 to 49 paper feeding, 48 print quality, 45 to ...
..., 40, 45, 46 Type setting, 11, 23 Paper out light, 41 Paper Size setting, 11, 15, 18 Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper, 23 Photo RPM setting, 14, 22 Photo setting, 11 PhotoCenter, EPSON, 2 PhotoEnhance setting, 12, 16, 22 Premium Bright White Paper, 23 Previewing printout, 12, 17, 19 Print Center, 20 ..., 40 problems, 41 to 42, 44 to 45 status, 13, 20 transporting, 37 Printer Information Center, 2, 4 to 5 Printing controlling, 13, 20 Macintosh, 15 to 23 on envelopes, 8 to 9 slow, 44 Windows, 10 to 14 Problems installing software, 43 to 44 miscellaneous, 48 to 49 paper feeding, 48 print quality, 45 to ...
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T Technical support, 51 to 52 Text & Image setting, 11 Text setting, 11 Text/Graph setting, 21 Thickness lever, 45, 46 Transparencies, 23 Transporting printer, 37 Troubleshooting, 39 to 48 U Uninstalling software, 50 to 51 USB, 59, 60 Utilities Head Cleaning, 25 to 26 Print Head Alignment, 34 to 35 W Warranty, 65 Windows customizing settings, 14 default settings, 13 installing software, 53 to 57 layout settings, 12 paper Type, 11, 23 previewing printout, 12 printer status, 13 printing with, 10 to 14 system requirements, 59 USB, 59 World Wide Web, 51 70 Index
T Technical support, 51 to 52 Text & Image setting, 11 Text setting, 11 Text/Graph setting, 21 Thickness lever, 45, 46 Transparencies, 23 Transporting printer, 37 Troubleshooting, 39 to 48 U Uninstalling software, 50 to 51 USB, 59, 60 Utilities Head Cleaning, 25 to 26 Print Head Alignment, 34 to 35 W Warranty, 65 Windows customizing settings, 14 default settings, 13 installing software, 53 to 57 layout settings, 12 paper Type, 11, 23 previewing printout, 12 printer status, 13 printing with, 10 to 14 system requirements, 59 USB, 59 World Wide Web, 51 70 Index
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...the EPSON Product Registration screen, register your printer as instructed. 6 Open the Chooser and select your C82 Series printer icon. 7 Select your USB port and turn on your software installation. You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, and accessories from your printer. Printed...EPSON and EPSON Stylus are service marks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. Continue with the instructions below to install the printer software on recycled paper. Click CD-ROM drive. Then put the EPSON CD-ROM in your drive. 2 Double-click EPSON in your CD-ROM window 9 Click Install Manual and Printer...
...the EPSON Product Registration screen, register your printer as instructed. 6 Open the Chooser and select your C82 Series printer icon. 7 Select your USB port and turn on your software installation. You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, and accessories from your printer. Printed...EPSON and EPSON Stylus are service marks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. Continue with the instructions below to install the printer software on recycled paper. Click CD-ROM drive. Then put the EPSON CD-ROM in your drive. 2 Double-click EPSON in your CD-ROM window 9 Click Install Manual and Printer...