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  • Page 1 L4160 User's Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Android Printing Using the Epson Print Enabler ................27 Using Fire OS Printing ........................27 Using Windows 10 Mobile Printing ....................28 Using Epson Print and Scan App with Windows Tablets ..............28 Wi-Fi Networking ............................30 Network Security Recommendations ....................30 Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup......................
  • Page 4 Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder....................49 Paper Loading Capacity ........................53 Double-sided Printing Capacity ......................54 Compatible Epson Papers........................55 Borderless Paper Type Compatibility ....................56 Paper or Media Type Settings - Printing Software................57 Selecting the Paper Settings - Control Panel ..................58 Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel................
  • Page 5 Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens ............89 Changing Automatic Update Options .................... 90 Printing with the Built-in Epson Driver - Windows 10 S............... 91 Selecting Print Settings - Windows 10 S..................91 Printing on a Mac ..........................95 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac .....................
  • Page 6 Additional Scanning Settings - Main Settings Tab ............... 122 Additional Scanning Settings - Advanced Settings Tab ............... 122 Saving Scanned Documents as a Searchable PDF Using Epson Scan 2 ........123 Image Format Options......................... 124 Scan Resolution Guidelines ......................125 Using Memory Cards with Your Product ....................
  • Page 7 Checking Ink Levels on Your Product..................140 Checking Ink Levels - Windows....................141 Checking Ink Levels - Mac......................142 Disabling Special Offers with Windows ..................143 Purchase Epson Ink ......................... 144 Ink Bottle Part Numbers....................... 145 Refilling the Ink Tanks ........................145 Adjusting Print Quality..........................151 Print Head Maintenance........................
  • Page 8 Message Appears Prompting You to Reset Ink Levels..............177 Running a Product Check ........................ 177 Resetting Control Panel Defaults ..................... 179 Solving Setup Problems ........................180 Noise After Filling the Ink ......................180 Software Installation Problems ....................180 Control Panel Setup Problems ....................181 Solving Network Problems .......................
  • Page 9 Incorrect Colors ........................... 206 Solving Scanning Problems ......................207 Scanning Software Does Not Operate Correctly ................. 207 Cannot Start Epson Scan 2 ......................208 Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems ..................209 Image Consists of a Few Dots Only..................... 209 Line of Dots Appears in All Scanned Images................209 Straight Lines in an Image Appear Crooked ................
  • Page 10 Paper Specifications ........................219 Printable Area Specifications ......................221 Scanning Specifications ........................222 Ink Specifications ..........................223 Memory Card Specifications ......................224 Dimension Specifications ......................... 224 Electrical Specifications ........................225 Environmental Specifications ......................225 Interface Specifications ........................225 Network Interface Specifications ...................... 226 Safety and Approvals Specifications ....................

  • Page 11: L4160 User's Guide

    L4160 User's Guide Welcome to the L4160 User's Guide. For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here.

  • Page 12: Product Basics

    Android Printing Using the Epson Print Enabler Using Fire OS Printing Using Windows 10 Mobile Printing Using Epson Print and Scan App with Windows Tablets Using the Control Panel See these sections to learn about the control panel and select control panel settings.

  • Page 13: Control Panel Buttons And Lights

    Control Panel Buttons and Lights power button and light home button LCD screen help button stop button back button Arrow buttons and OK button reset button start button Status Icon Information Parent topic: Using the Control Panel Status Icon Information Your product displays status icons on the LCD screen for certain product status conditions.

  • Page 14: Entering Characters On The Lcd Screen

    Icons Description A Wi-Fi network error has occurred or the product is searching for a connection. A Wi-Fi connection is established. The number of bars indicates the connection's signal strength. No Wi-Fi Direct connection. A Wi-Fi Direct connection is established. Parent topic: Control Panel Buttons and Lights Entering Characters on the LCD Screen...
  • Page 15 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the arrow buttons to select Settings and press the OK button. 3. Select Printer Setup and press the OK button. 4. Select Language and press the OK button. 5. Select a language and press the OK button. 6.

  • Page 16: Product Parts Locations

    Product Parts Locations See these sections to identify the parts on your product. Product Parts - Front Product Parts - Inside Product Parts - Back Parent topic: Product Basics Product Parts - Front Rear paper feed Paper support Feeder guard Edge guides Output tray Parent topic:...

  • Page 17: Product Parts - Inside

    Product Parts - Inside Document cover Scanner glass Scanner unit Control panel...

  • Page 18: Product Parts - Back

    Memory card slot Ink tank cover Ink tanks Ink tank unit Print head Parent topic: Product Parts Locations Product Parts - Back...

  • Page 19: Checking For Software Updates

    USB port Parent topic: Product Parts Locations Checking for Software Updates It's a good idea to check Epson's support website occasionally for free updates to your product software. Visit epson.com.jm/support and select your product. • Windows: Your printer software automatically checks for updates. You can also manually update the software by selecting Software Update here: •...

  • Page 20: Changing The Sleep Timer Setting From The Control Panel

    Changing the Sleep Timer Setting from the Control Panel You can use the product's control panel to change the time period before the product enters sleep mode. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the arrow buttons to select Settings and press the OK button. 3.

  • Page 21: Changing The Power Off Timer Setting From The Control Panel

    5. Press the left or right arrow button to move the cursor and press the up or down arrow button to adjust the number of minutes of inactivity before the product enters sleep mode. Then press the OK button. 6. Press the home button to exit.

  • Page 22: Epson Connect Solutions For Smartphones, Tablets, And More

    Print from anywhere with these Epson Connect solutions: • Epson Email Print • Epson iPrint Mobile App • Epson Remote Print Scan and send a file as an email or upload it to an online service directly from your Epson product with the Epson iPrint Mobile App.

  • Page 23: Setting Up Epson Connect Services

    Using Windows 10 Mobile Printing Setting Up Epson Connect Services If you did not activate your product's email address for use with Epson Connect when you set up your product, you can activate it using the product control panel. 1. Press the home button, if necessary.

  • Page 24: Using Epson Email Print

    Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More Using Epson Email Print With Epson Email Print, you can print from any device that can send email, such as your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Just activate your product's unique email address. When you want to print, attach a PDF, Microsoft Office document, or photo to an email and send it to your product.

  • Page 25: Using Epson Remote Print

    With Epson Remote Print software, you can print from your laptop or desktop computer to an Epson Email-enabled product anywhere in the world. 1. Connect your Epson product to your wireless network. See the link below. 2. If you did not already set up an Epson Connect account when you installed your product software, visit epsonconnect.com to create your account and register your product to the Epson Connect service.

  • Page 26: Using Google Cloud Print

    Wi-Fi Networking Using Google Cloud Print With a Google Account, you can print from your Apple or Android device to your Epson product. You can also print from Chromebooks and the Google Chrome browser without drivers or cables. 1. Connect your Epson product to your wireless network. See the link below.

  • Page 27: Android Printing Using The Epson Print Enabler

    Android Printing Using the Epson Print Enabler You can wirelessly print your documents, emails, photos, and web pages right from your Android phone or tablet (Android v4.4 or later). With a few taps, your Android device will discover your nearby Epson product and print.

  • Page 28: Using Windows 10 Mobile Printing

    There is no software to download, no drivers to install, and no cables to connect. Look for the print option in your Windows 10 application to send whatever is on the screen to an Epson product. 1. Connect your Epson product to your wireless network. See the link below.
  • Page 29 Note: The Epson Print and Scan App does not support Windows 10 Mobile printing. 1. Connect your Epson product to your wireless network. See the link below. 2. Download Epson Print and Scan App from the Microsoft Windows Store. 3. Connect your Windows tablet to the same wireless network as your product.

  • Page 30: Wi-Fi Networking

    Wi-Fi Networking See these sections to use your product on a Wi-Fi network. Network Security Recommendations Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Printing a Network Status Sheet Printing a Network Connection Report Changing or Updating Network Connections Network Security Recommendations To help deter unauthorized access to your product over a network, you should protect your network environment using appropriate security measures.

  • Page 31: Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup

    You can set up your product to communicate with your computer using a wireless router or access point. The wireless router or access point can be connected to your computer over a wireless or wired network. Epson product Wireless router or access point...

  • Page 32: Selecting Wireless Network Settings From The Control Panel

    The installer program guides you through network setup. Note: Breakdown or repair of this product may cause loss of 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 network data and settings.
  • Page 33 6. Enter your wireless password (or network name and then password). • To scroll through the characters, press the up or down arrow button. • To move the cursor to the right, press the right arrow button. • To change the character case or type, press the reset button.

  • Page 34: Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup

    You can set up your product to communicate directly with your computer or another device without requiring a wireless router or access point. In Wi-Fi Direct Mode, the product itself acts as a network access point for up to 4 devices. Epson product Computer with a wireless interface Other wireless device...
  • Page 35 You see this screen: 3. Press the arrow buttons to select Wi-Fi Direct and press the OK button. 4. Press the OK button until you see the network name and password on the LCD screen. 5. Press the down arrow button and press the OK button to change the Wi-Fi Direct password. Note: If you have already connected devices or computers to your product via Wi-Fi Direct, they will be disconnected when you change the password.
  • Page 36 6. Enter your Wi-Fi Direct password. Note: Your password must be at least 8 and no more than 22 characters long. • To scroll through the characters, press the up or down arrow button. • To move the cursor to the right, press the right arrow button. •...

  • Page 37: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Wps)

    Parent topic: Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) If your network uses a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can quickly connect your product to the network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Note: To check if your router is WPS-enabled, look for a button labeled WPS on your router or access point.

  • Page 38: Printing A Network Status Sheet

    If the network connection is successful, the icon is displayed on the LCD screen. Note: If the icon is not displayed on the LCD screen, repeat these steps to try again. Parent topic: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Printing a Network Status Sheet You can print a network status sheet for detailed information about your product's network status.

  • Page 39: Printing A Network Connection Report

    You see this screen: 5. Press the start button to print the network status sheet. If you want to cancel the operation, press the stop button. Examine the settings shown on the network status sheet to diagnose any problems you have. Parent topic: Wi-Fi Networking Printing a Network Connection Report...
  • Page 40 You see a screen like this: 3. Press the arrow buttons to select Network Settings and press the OK button. 4. Press the arrow buttons to select Connection Check and press the OK button. 5. Press the start button to print the network connection report. Examine the error codes and solutions shown on the network connection report.

  • Page 41: Network Connection Report Codes And Messages

    Network Connection Report Codes and Messages Check the error codes and messages on the network connection report to solve problems you may encounter with network connections. The tables here list solutions to problems based on the error codes and messages that may appear on the top of the report. Error code Message Note: Error codes and messages listed here may not all apply to your product.
  • Page 42 Error code and message Solution E2, E3, or E7 Check the following: No wireless network names (SSID) found. • Make sure your router or access point is turned on, and Confirm that the router/access point is is correctly connected to your computer or network turned on and the wireless network (SSID) device.
  • Page 43 Error code and message Solution If the security on your router or access point is not one of the following types, change the type of security on your Security mode (e.g. WEP, WPA) does not router or access point and reset your product's network match the current setting of the printer.
  • Page 44 Error code and message Solution Make sure your computer or network device are turned on. Also make sure that you can access the internet and Confirm the connection and network setup other devices on the same network from the devices you of the PC or other device.
  • Page 45 Error code and message Solution Make sure other devices on the network are turned on and do the following: Confirm the following • Make sure the IP address, subnet mask, and default -Entered security key/password is correct gateway addresses are correct, if you are entering them -Index of the security key/password is set to manually.

  • Page 46: Changing Or Updating Network Connections

    Network Environment Messages Message Solution The same SSID may be set on several Check the settings on your router and other access points access points. to make sure each one uses a different SSID. The Wi-Fi environment needs to be Move your product closer to your router or access point, improved.

  • Page 47: Changing A Usb Connection To A Wi-Fi Connection

    Wi-Fi connection. 1. Disconnect the USB cable from your product. 2. Uninstall your product software. 3. Download and install your product software from the Epson website using the instructions on the Start Here sheet. Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections...

  • Page 48: Disabling Wi-Fi Features

    Note: Before disabling Wi-Fi features, make a note of your product's SSID (network name) and password, and any network settings selected for the Epson Connect services you may use. 1. Press the home button, if necessary.

  • Page 49: Loading Paper

    Before you print, load paper for the type of printing you will do. Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Paper Loading Capacity Double-sided Printing Capacity Compatible Epson Papers Borderless Paper Type Compatibility Paper or Media Type Settings - Printing Software Selecting the Paper Settings - Control Panel...
  • Page 50 2. Pull out the output tray. 3. Slide the edge guides out all the way. 4. If you are inserting a stack of paper, fan the sheets first and tap the stack on a flat surface to even the edges. Note: Do not fan or curl photo paper.
  • Page 51 5. Do one of the following: • Insert paper, glossy or printable side up and short edge first, at the center of the paper support. • Load up to 10 envelopes in the center of the paper support. Load them printable side up and flap edge left.
  • Page 52 • To load a sheet of paper longer than legal size, close the paper support and output tray, then flatten the leading edge of the paper as shown. 6. Slide the edge guide against the paper, but not too tightly. Then flip the feeder guard back. 7.

  • Page 53: Paper Loading Capacity

    Epson Bright White Paper Up to the line indicated by the arrow mark Epson Presentation Paper Matte 80 sheets Epson High Quality Ink Jet Paper Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte 20 sheets Epson Photo Paper Glossy If paper feeds incorrectly, or printing is uneven or smeared, load 1 sheet at a time.

  • Page 54: Double-Sided Printing Capacity

    • Epson Presentation Paper Matte • Epson Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss • Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte • Envelopes Parent topic: Loading Paper...

  • Page 55: Compatible Epson Papers

    Compatible Epson Papers You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, visit epson.com.jm or call your nearest Epson sales office. Note: Paper/media availability varies by country. Paper Type Size Part number...

  • Page 56: Borderless Paper Type Compatibility

    8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) S041465 Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S042183 [216 × 279 mm]) S041667 Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S042181 Glossy S042174 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm) S041945 8 ×...

  • Page 57: Paper Or Media Type Settings - Printing Software

    • Epson Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss • Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte • Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided Borderless Paper Sizes •...

  • Page 58: Selecting The Paper Settings - Control Panel

    Note: The settings listed here are available only when printing from your computer; they do not apply to your product's control panel settings. Parent topic: Loading Paper Selecting the Paper Settings - Control Panel You can change the default paper size and paper type using the control panel on the product. Note: These settings appear automatically when paper is inserted when you set the Paper Setup Auto Display setting to On.

  • Page 59: Paper Or Media Type Settings - Control Panel

    Select this Paper Type setting Plain paper Plain Paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Prem. Glossy Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Ultra Glossy Epson Photo Paper Glossy Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Prem. Semi-Gloss Epson Presentation Paper Matte Prem.

  • Page 60: Paper Source Settings Options

    3. Select Auto Error Solverand select one of these options: • Turn on this setting to display a warning and print single-sided when a 2-sided printing error occurs, or to print only what the printer could process when a memory full error occurs. •...
  • Page 61 Paper Source Available settings Description Settings option Paper Setup Select On to automatically display a menu that lets you Auto Display select the paper size and type when you load paper in the product. Note: If this setting is disabled, you cannot print using AirPrint.

  • Page 62: 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 on the Scanner Glass You can place originals up to this size on the scanner glass: Letter (8.5 ×...
  • Page 63 Related topics Copying Scanning...

  • Page 64: Copying

    Copying Documents or Photos You can copy color or black-and-white documents or photos onto various sizes and types of paper, including Epson special papers. 1. Place your original document or photo on the scanner glass. 2. Load the paper you want to print on in the product.
  • Page 65 6. Press the left or right arrow button to select one of the following: • Color: for color copies • B&W: for black-and-white copies 7. Press the OK button to view the print settings for the copies. You see this screen: 8.

  • Page 66: Copying Options

    9. To change the print settings, press the left or right arrow button and select the necessary settings. When you are finished, press the OK button. 10. When you are ready to copy, press the start button. Note: To cancel copying, press the stop button.
  • Page 67 Copying option Available settings Description Multi-Page Single Page Copies each page of the original onto an individual sheet 2-up Copies multiple page documents onto one sheet. Scroll down and select the document orientation and layout order settings as necessary. Quality Draft Adjusts the quality of your copies Standard...

  • Page 68: Printing From A Computer

    You can print with your product using any Windows application, as described in these sections. Note: If you are using your Epson product with the Windows 10 S operating system, you cannot use the software described in this section. You also cannot download and install any Epson product software from the Epson website for use with Windows 10 S;...

  • Page 69: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows

    Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Select the basic settings for the document or photo you want to print. 1. Open a photo or document for printing. 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.
  • Page 70 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, but you cannot use the Borderless setting and the Quality setting will be set to Standard. 5.

  • Page 71: Print Quality Options - Windows

    15. To reduce noise during printing when you select Plain Paper/Bright White Paper, select On in the Quiet Mode menu. Note: Enabling Quiet Mode may reduce printing speed. Print Quality Options - Windows Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows Parent topic: Printing with Windows Related references Paper or Media Type Settings - Printing Software...

  • Page 72: Selecting Double-Sided Printing Settings - Windows

    2×1 Poster, 2×2 Poster, 3×3 Poster, 4×4 Poster Prints one image on multiple sheets of paper to create a larger poster. Click the Settings button to select image layout and guideline options. Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows You can print on both sides of the paper by selecting one of the 2-Sided Printing options on the Main tab.
  • Page 73 You see this window: 3. Select the double-sided printing options you want to use. 4. Click OK to return to the Main tab.

  • Page 74: Double-Sided Printing Options - Windows

    5. Click the Print Density button. You see this window: 6. Select the type of document you are printing as the Document Type setting. The software automatically sets the Adjustments options for that document type. 7. If necessary, select the Adjustments options you want to use. 8.

  • Page 75: Print Density Adjustments - Windows

    Binding Edge Options Select a setting that orients double-sided print binding in the desired direction. Binding Margin Options Select options that define a wider margin to allow for binding. Start Page Selects whether printing starts on the front or back page. Create Folded Booklet Options Select the Booklet checkbox and a binding option to print double-sided pages as a booklet.

  • Page 76: Selecting Additional Layout And Print Options - Windows

    Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows You can select a variety of additional layout and printing options for your document or photo on the More Options tab. 1. To change the size of your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge Document checkbox and select one of these sizing options: •...
  • Page 77 • Select Custom and click the Advanced button to manually adjust the color correction settings or turn off color management in your printer software. • Select Image Options to access additional settings for improving printed images. Note: You can also select Color Universal Print settings. 3.

  • Page 78: Custom Color Correction Options - Windows

    Custom Color Correction Options - Windows You can select any of the available options in the Color Correction window to customize the image colors for your print job. Color Controls Lets you select a Color Mode setting, individual settings for Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Density, and individual color tones.

  • Page 79: Image Options And Additional Settings - Windows

    Lets you manage color using installed color printing profiles. No Color Adjustment Turns off color management in your printer software so you can manage color using only your application software. Parent topic: Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows Image Options and Additional Settings - Windows You can select any of the Image Options and Additional Settings to customize your print.

  • Page 80: Header/Footer Settings - Windows

    High Speed Speeds up printing but may reduce print quality. Mirror Image Flips the printed image left to right. Parent topic: Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows Header/Footer Settings - Windows You can select any of the Header/Footer Settings options to add headers or footers when you print. The items are available to print at the top or bottom of your pages, in either the left, right, or center of the page.

  • Page 81: Selecting A Printing Preset - Windows

    Parent topic: Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows Selecting a Printing Preset - Windows For quick access to common groups of print settings, you can select a printing preset on the Main or More Options tab. Note: You can create your own preset by clicking the Add/Remove Presets button. 1.

  • Page 82: Selecting Extended Settings - Windows

    3. Click on a preset to change its settings, or use any of the available options on the screen to control your printing presets. 4. To choose a preset for printing, select it. 5. Click OK. Parent topic: Printing with Windows Selecting Extended Settings - Windows You can select additional settings that apply to all the print jobs you send to your product.

  • Page 83: Extended Settings - Windows

    Printing with Windows Extended Settings - Windows You can select from these settings on the Extended Settings window. Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3 Enables product monitoring for ink and paper supplies and other issues. Separator Page Before each document, prints a separator page containing the title, user, date, and time.

  • Page 84: Printing Your Document Or Photo - Windows

    Always Spool RAW Datatype Increases print speed and may solve other printing problems. Page Rendering Mode Increases print speed when printing is extremely slow or the print head stops during printing. Print as Bitmap Increases print speed when printing is extremely slow or the print head stops during printing, and other settings do not help.

  • Page 85: Locking Printer Settings - Windows

    You see your application's Print window, such as this one: 2. Click OK or Print to start printing. Parent topic: Printing with Windows Locking Printer Settings - Windows Windows administrators can lock access to some printer settings to prevent unauthorized changes. 1.
  • Page 86 • Windows Vista: Click and select Control Panel. Click Printer under Hardware and Sound, then right-click your product and select Properties. 2. Click the Optional Settings tab. Note: You can prevent access to the Optional Settings tab by changing the user or group permissions in the Security tab.

  • Page 87: Locked Setting Options

    Locked Setting Options Select the options you want to use for any locked print settings. Setting Options Description Anti-Copy Various data items Lets you select the data to use for the pattern or prohibit anti- Pattern copy patterns Add/Delete Lets you add or delete a customized anti-copy pattern Settings Lets you select the arrangement, size, and other settings for the custom anti-copy pattern...

  • Page 88: Selecting Default Print Settings - 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 89: Changing The Language Of The Printer Software Screens

    Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens Parent topic: Printing with Windows Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens You can change the language used on the Windows printer software screens. 1. Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the icon for your product in the right side of the Windows taskbar, or click the up arrow and right-click 2.

  • Page 90: Changing Automatic Update Options

    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 Your printer software for Windows automatically checks for updates to the product software. You can change how often the software checks for updates or disable this feature.

  • Page 91: Printing With The Built-In Epson Driver - Windows 10 S

    Note: The built-in Epson driver in Windows 10 S does not include all the available print settings for your product. To print with additional settings, download and install the Epson Print and Scan utility from the Windows Store.
  • Page 92 You see a window like this: 4. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media setting. Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check the paper type settings list for details. 5. Click the Advanced button.
  • Page 93 You see a window like this: 6. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Paper Size setting. 7. To print multiple copies, select or enter the number as the Copy Count setting. 8. To print multiple copies of multi-page documents in sets, select the Collated checkbox. 9.
  • Page 94 10. Select the Layout tab. 11. Select the orientation of your document as the Orientation setting.

  • Page 95: Printing On A Mac

    14. Click OK or Print to start printing. Parent topic: Printing with the Built-in Epson Driver - Windows 10 S Printing on a Mac You can print with your product using any Mac printing program, as described in these sections.

  • Page 96: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac

    Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac Managing Color - Mac Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac Parent topic: Printing from a Computer Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac Select the basic settings for the document or photo you want to print.
  • Page 97 You see the expanded printer settings window for your product: Note: The print window may look different, depending on the Mac OS version 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 98 6. Select the page setup options: Paper Size and Orientation. Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before printing. They may be accessible by selecting Page Setup from the File menu. 7.

  • Page 99: Print Quality Options - Mac

    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 100: Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac

    Expansion If you selected a borderless paper size setting, this option adjusts the image expansion settings to control printing at the edges of borderless prints. Grayscale Prints text and graphics in black or shades of gray. Mirror Image Lets you flip the printed image horizontally. Note: If you select the Min option for the Expansion setting, you may see white borders on your printed photo.

  • Page 101: Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac

    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. Parent topic: Printing on a Mac Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac You can select a variety of layout options for your document or photo by selecting Layout from the pop- up menu on the print window.

  • Page 102: Selecting Double-Sided Printing Settings - Mac

    Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac You can print on both sides of the paper by selecting Two-sided Printing Settings from the pop-up menu on the print window. 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 103: Double-Sided Printing Options And Adjustments - Mac

    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 104: Managing Color - Mac

    Short-Edge binding Orients double-sided printed pages to be bound on the short edge of the paper. 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.

  • Page 105: Color Matching And Color Options - Mac

    Color Matching and Color Options - Mac 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 106: Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac

    Note: An ICC profile is required if color management is turned off. Parent topic: Managing Color - Mac Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac You can select printing preferences that apply to all the print jobs you send to your product. 1.

  • Page 107: Printing Preferences - Mac

    Printing Preferences - Mac You can select from these settings on the Options or Driver tab. Skip Blank Page Ensures that your product does not print pages that contain no text or images. Quiet Mode Lessens noise during printing but may decrease print speed. High Speed Printing Speeds up printing but may reduce print quality.
  • Page 108 Click Print at the bottom of the print window. Checking Print Status - Mac Parent topic: Printing on a Mac Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac Managing Color - Mac...

  • Page 109: Checking Print Status - Mac

    Parent topic: Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac Printing From a Chromebook With a Google Account, you can print from a Chromebook without drivers or cables. 1. Connect your Epson product to your wireless network. See the link below.

  • Page 110: Cancelling Printing Using A Product Button

    2. Turn on your Chromebook and connect it to the same wireless network as your product. Note: See your Chromebook's documentation for details on connecting to a network. 3. Do one of the following: • Click Add to Cloud Print in the notification that appears in the corner of your Chromebook screen.

  • Page 111: Scanning

    After placing your originals on 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 2 Icon Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program...
  • Page 112 You see a screen like this: 4. Press the left or right arrow button to select a scan option and press the OK button. • To Memory saves your scan file on a memory card and lets you select the file format, quality, and other settings.

  • Page 113: Scan To Memory Card Options

    • If you are scanning to a memory card, review the scan settings. To change them, press the down arrow button. 6. Press the start button to start scanning. Scan to Memory Card Options Changing Default Scan Job Settings Setting Up a WSD Port (Windows 7/Windows Vista) Parent topic: Starting a Scan Scan to Memory Card Options...

  • Page 114: Changing Default Scan Job Settings

    Start > All Programs or Programs > EPSON Software > Event Manager. • Mac: Open the Applications folder, click Epson Software, and select Event Manager. 2. Open the Scanner (Windows) or Select Scanner (Mac) drop-down list and select your product, if necessary.

  • Page 115: Starting A Scan Using The Epson Scan 2 Icon

    Starting a Scan Using the Product Control Panel Starting a Scan Using the Epson Scan 2 Icon You can start the Epson Scan 2 program to select scan settings, scan, and save the scanned image to a file. Note: If you are using your Epson product with the Windows 10 S operating system, you cannot use the software described in this section.
  • Page 116 Start, and select All Programs or Programs. Select EPSON > Epson Scan 2 > Epson Scan 2. • Mac: Open the Applications folder, open the Epson Software folder, and select Epson Scan 2. You see an Epson Scan 2 window like this:...

  • Page 117: Starting A Scan From A Scanning Program

    Note: If you are using your Epson product with the Windows 10 S operating system, you cannot use the software described in this section. You also cannot download and install any Epson product software from the Epson website for use with Windows 10 S;...

  • Page 118: Starting A Scan From A Smart Device

    Starting a Scan Starting a Scan from a Smart Device You can start a scan from a smart device using the Epson iPrint app. You can save the scanned document to your device or a cloud service, e-mail it, or print it.

  • Page 119: Scanning In Epson Scan 2

    Note: If you are using your Epson product with the Windows 10 S operating system, you cannot use the software described in this section. You also cannot download and install any Epson product software from the Epson website for use with Windows 10 S; you must obtain software only from the Windows Store.
  • Page 120 You see this window: 2. Select the Document Source setting that matches where you placed your original. 3. Select the Document Size setting that matches the size of your original. You can select Customize to enter a custom size, if necessary. 4.
  • Page 121 6. Click the Preview button. Epson Scan 2 previews your original and displays the results in the Epson Scan 2 window. 7. Select any of the additional settings that you want to use on the Main Settings tab. 8. Click the Advanced Settings tab and select any settings that you want to use.

  • Page 122: Additional Scanning Settings - Main Settings Tab

    Scanning Additional Scanning Settings - Main Settings Tab You can select these additional scanning settings on the Epson Scan 2 Main Settings tab. Not all adjustment settings may be available, depending on other settings you have chosen. Correct Document Skew Corrects skewed originals, image contents, or both.

  • Page 123: Saving Scanned Documents As A Searchable Pdf Using Epson Scan 2

    Parent topic: Scanning in Epson Scan 2 Saving Scanned Documents as a Searchable PDF Using Epson Scan 2 You can scan a document and save the text in a searchable PDF. In a searchable PDF, text is recognized using Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and then embedded in the scanned original.

  • Page 124: Image Format Options

    Scanning in Epson Scan 2 Image Format Options You can select different image formats and related options. For details on available options, click the ? icon on the Epson Scan 2 Image Format Options window. Not all image formats have options.

  • Page 125: Scan Resolution Guidelines

    If you plan to enlarge a scanned image so you can print it at a larger size, you may need to increase the resolution from the default resolution set by Epson Scan 2. Follow these guidelines to determine the resolution setting you need:...
  • Page 126 Increase the Epson Scan 2 Resolution setting in your scan. Increase the resolution by the same amount you will increase the image size to retain a high image quality. For example, if the resolution is 300 dpi (dots per inch) and you will double the image size later, change the Resolution setting to 600 dpi.

  • Page 127: 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 into the memory card slot on your product. 1.

  • Page 128: Memory Card Types

    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. You can insert the following cards in the memory card slot: •...

  • Page 129: Removing A Memory Card

    Removing a Memory Card After you finish working with a memory card, check to make sure it is safe to remove it from your product. 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 130: Viewing And Printing Photos From The Lcd Screen

    Viewing and Printing Photos From the LCD Screen You can select photos for printing as you view them on the LCD screen. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Press the arrow buttons to select Print Photos and press the OK button. A photo on your memory card is displayed.
  • Page 131 Note: To return to the default print settings, press the stop button, select No and press the OK button. Print settings Available Description options Paper Size Various paper Indicates the size of paper you have loaded sizes Paper Type Various paper Indicates the type of paper you have loaded;...

  • Page 132: Transferring Photos On A Memory Card

    Transferring Photos on a Memory Card You can transfer photos to and from a memory card inserted into a memory card slot on your product. Setting Up File Sharing for Photo Transfers from Your Computer Transferring Photos from a Memory Card to Your Computer Parent topic: Using Memory Cards with Your Product Setting Up File Sharing for Photo Transfers from Your Computer...
  • Page 133 3. Do one of the following to access your memory card files from your computer: • Windows: Open the Computer, My Computer, Windows Explorer, or File Explorer utility, then select the removable disk icon. • Mac with a USB connection: Look for the removable disk icon on your desktop or computer window, then select it.

  • Page 134: Printing Personalized Projects

    Printing Personalized Projects You can print calendars, lined paper, graph paper, or stationery with a photo background. Printing Personalized Note Paper Printing Lined Paper, Graph Paper, and Music Sheets Printing Calendar Pages Printing Personalized Note Paper You can print lined or unlined note paper with one of your own photos in the background. 1.

  • Page 135: Printing Lined Paper, Graph Paper, And Music Sheets

    8. Select the photo you want to use for your note paper and press the OK button. Note: To rotate the layout for your note paper, press the down arrow button. 9. To print more than one sheet, press the up or down arrow button to select the number (up to 99). 10.

  • Page 136: Printing Calendar Pages

    5. Select one of the layout options and press the OK button. Note: View the images for each option to preview the design layout. 6. Select the size of paper you loaded and press the OK button. 7. To print more than one sheet, press the up or down arrow button to select the number (up to 99). 8.
  • Page 137 5. Select one of the format options and press the OK button. Note: View the images for each option to preview the design layout. 6. If you chose Monthly, select the year and month and press the OK button. 7. Select the type of paper you want to print on and press the OK button. 8.

  • Page 138: Refilling Ink

    Continued use of the product when the ink level is below the lower line on a tank could damage the product. Ink Safety Precautions Check Ink Levels Purchase Epson Ink Refilling the Ink Tanks Ink Safety Precautions Note: The product has a low ink alert system. The accuracy of this system depends on the user refilling the ink tanks correctly.
  • Page 139 • If the ink level is below the lower line on the ink tank, refill the ink. Continued use of the product when the ink level is below the lower line on the ink tank could damage the product. • Epson recommends filling all ink tanks to the upper line when the product is not operating to reset the ink levels.

  • Page 140: Check Ink Levels

    Check Ink Levels Your product and its printing software will let you know when an ink tank is low or expended. Checking Ink Levels on Your Product Checking Ink Levels - Windows Checking Ink Levels - Mac Disabling Special Offers with Windows Parent topic: Refilling Ink Checking Ink Levels on Your Product...

  • Page 141: Checking Ink Levels - Windows

    Related tasks Refilling the Ink Tanks Checking Ink Levels - Windows A low ink reminder appears if you try to print when ink is low, and you can check your ink levels at any time using a utility on your Windows computer. 1.

  • Page 142: Checking Ink Levels - Mac

    1. In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax, Print & Scan, or Printers & Scanners, select your product, and select Options & Supplies. Select Utility and select Open Printer Utility. 2. Select EPSON Status Monitor. You see a window like this: 3. Refill any ink tank as needed.

  • Page 143: Disabling Special Offers With Windows

    You can disable special offers messages from Epson using a utility on your Windows computer. Note: You may see the Epson Special Offers screen every time you print (if your computer is connected to the Internet). Select Do not display this message again and click Decline to disable online offers.

  • Page 144: Purchase Epson Ink

    Epson sales office. Note: This product is designed to work with genuine Epson inks. Non-Epson ink or any other ink not specified for this printer could cause damage not covered by Epson's warranties. The ink bottles that are used for initial product setup have a lower yield due to the ink charging process.

  • Page 145: Ink Bottle Part Numbers

    Magenta Yellow Parent topic: Purchase Epson Ink Refilling the Ink Tanks Make sure you have new ink bottles handy and have read the ink safety precautions before you begin. You can continue to use the product even if one or more ink tanks are not filled all the way. However, for the most accurate ink level monitoring, fill all the ink tanks up to the top line.
  • Page 146 1. Turn on your product. 2. Lift up the scanner unit.
  • Page 147 3. Open the ink tank cover, then open the cap for the ink tank you are going to fill.
  • Page 148 4. Hold the ink bottle upright and slowly turn the bottle cap to remove it. Caution: Do not shake or squeeze the bottle. Do not touch the top of the bottle after its cap is removed. 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 149 Note: Refer to the color-coded sticker on the ink tank unit to identify the color of each tank. Do not force the bottles into position; they are keyed for each color. 6. Wait for the ink to fill the tank. Do not squeeze the bottle. Ink flows into the tank and stops automatically when the ink is filled to the upper line.
  • Page 150 10. Press the home button to display the home screen, then select Maintenance > Reset Ink Levels. Follow the on-screen instructions to reset the ink level for the colors you refilled. Parent topic: Refilling Ink Related concepts Purchase Epson Ink...

  • Page 151: 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 run a Power Cleaning or clean the paper or print head path.

  • Page 152: Checking The Nozzles Using The Product Control Panel

    Parent topic: Print Head Maintenance Checking the Nozzles Using the Product Control Panel You can check the print head nozzles using the control panel on your product. 1. Make sure there are no errors on the LCD screen and the output tray is extended. 2.
  • Page 153 If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 3 times, turn the product off and wait at least 12 hours. Then try cleaning the print head again. If quality still does not improve, run a Power Cleaning. If there is still no improvement, contact Epson support. Parent topic:...

  • Page 154: Checking The Nozzles Using A Computer Utility

    Related tasks Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Refilling the Ink Tanks Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel Checking the Nozzles Using a Computer Utility You can check the print head nozzles using a utility on your Windows or Mac computer. 1.
  • Page 155 5. Click Print. 6. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines. Print head is clean Print head needs cleaning 7. 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...

  • Page 156: 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. Note: You cannot clean the print head if the ink level has reached the lower line on the ink tank, and may not be able to clean it when the ink level in any of the tanks is low.
  • Page 157 If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 3 times, turn off the product and wait at least 12 hours. Then try cleaning the print head again. If quality still does not improve, run a Power Cleaning. If there is still no improvement, contact Epson support. Parent topic:...

  • Page 158: Cleaning The Print Head Using A Computer Utility

    Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility You can clean the print head using a utility on your Windows or Mac computer. 1. Make sure there are no errors on the LCD screen and the output tray is extended. 2.
  • Page 159 If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 3 times, turn off the product and wait at least 12 hours. Then try cleaning the print head again. If quality still does not improve, run a Power Cleaning. If there is still no improvement, contact Epson support. Parent topic:...

  • Page 160: Power Cleaning

    Caution: Power Cleaning may cause the ink pads to reach their capacity sooner. When an ink pad reaches the end of its service life, the product stops printing and you must contact Epson for support. Power Cleaning Using the Product Control Panel...

  • Page 161: Power Cleaning Using A Computer Utility

    If the print quality did not improve, turn off the product and wait at least 12 hours before running another Power Cleaning. If the print quality does not improve after running the Power Cleaning utility multiple times, contact Epson for support.
  • Page 162 If the print quality did not improve, turn off the product and wait at least 12 hours before running another Power Cleaning. If the print quality does not improve after running the Power Cleaning utility multiple times, contact Epson for support.

  • Page 163: Print Head Alignment

    Print Head Alignment If your printouts become grainy or blurry, you notice misalignment of vertical lines, or you see dark or light horizontal bands, you may need to align the print head. Note: Banding may also occur if your print head nozzles need cleaning. Aligning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel Parent topic: Adjusting Print Quality...

  • Page 164: Cleaning The Paper Guide

    7. Press the OK button to print an alignment sheet. Note: Do not cancel printing while you are printing a head alignment pattern. 8. Check the printed pattern and select the number representing the most solid printed pattern for each set on the LCD screen.

  • Page 165: Cleaning The Print Head Path

    You see a screen like this: 3. Select Paper Guide Cleaning and press the OK button. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to clean the paper guide. 5. Repeat these steps as necessary until the paper comes out clean. Parent topic: Adjusting Print Quality Related tasks Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder...
  • Page 166 3. Disconnect any connected cables. 4. Lift up the scanner unit. 5. Using the flashlight, check the translucent film shown here for ink smears. Translucent film Print head rail Caution: Do not touch the print head rail or wipe the grease off of it. You may not be able to print.

  • Page 167: Checking The Number Of Sheets

    6. Moisten a cotton swab with the water and detergent mixture, and squeeze out any excess moisture. Lightly wipe the ink off the translucent film. Caution: Do not press too hard on the film or you may dislocate the anchor springs and damage your product.

  • Page 168: Checking The Sheet Counter - Windows

    You see this window: 5. After checking the number of sheets fed into the printer, click OK to close the window. Note: The number of sheets is displayed only when Epson Status Monitor 3 is enabled. Parent topic: Checking the Number of Sheets...
  • Page 169 1. In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax, Print & Scan, or Printers & Scanners, select your product, and select Options & Supplies. Select Utility and select Open Printer Utility. 2. Select Printer and Option Information. You see this window: 3.

  • Page 170: 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 front cover when you are not using the product to protect it from dust.
  • Page 171 Caution: During transportation and storage, follow these guidelines: • Avoid tilting the product, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down; otherwise ink may leak. • When storing or transporting an ink bottle after removing its seal, do not tilt the bottle and do not subject it to impacts or temperature changes.
  • Page 172 3. Secure the print head to the case with tape. Caution: Do not place tape on the white flat cable or transparent film inside the product; otherwise, you may damage your product. 4. Lower the scanner unit.
  • Page 173 5. Remove all the paper from the product. 6. Unplug the power cable. 7. Disconnect any connected cables. 8. Open the ink tank unit cover and make sure that the ink tank caps are installed securely. 9. Close the ink tank cover and scanner unit.
  • Page 174 10. Close the paper support, feeder guard, and output tray. Then 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.

  • Page 175: Solving Problems

    (E-01) A printer error has occurred. Turn the product off and then back on again. If the error continues, check for a paper jam. If there is no paper jam, contact Epson for support. (E-02) A scanner error has occurred. Turn the product off and then back on again.
  • Page 176 During the life of your product it may reach a condition where either satisfactory print quality cannot be maintained or the ink pads have reached the end of their usable life. The Epson Status Monitor, your LCD screen, or lights on the control panel will advise you when these parts need replacing. If this happens during the standard warranty of the product, the exchange of the product or replacement of the pads is covered under the standard warranty.

  • Page 177: Message Appears Prompting You To Reset Ink Levels

    Related topics Solving Paper Problems Wi-Fi Networking Message Appears Prompting You to Reset Ink Levels If you see a message on the LCD screen prompting you to reset the ink levels, do the following: 1. Refill all of the ink tanks or the ink tanks indicated on the LCD screen all the way to the top. Note: Depending on the operating conditions, you may see the ink reset message even when there is still ink in the tanks.
  • Page 178 4. Select Maintenance and press the OK button. 5. Select Nozzle Check and press the OK button. 6. Press the start button. The nozzle check pattern is printed. 7. Do one of the following, depending on the results of the product check: •...

  • Page 179: 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 180: Solving Setup Problems

    • If the product's print head stops moving or making noise, and the charging process has not finished after approximately 20 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 181: 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 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 network data and settings.

  • Page 182: Product Cannot Connect To A Wireless Router Or Access Point

    Cannot Scan Over a Network Parent topic: Solving Problems Product Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point If your product has trouble finding or connecting to a wireless router or access point, try these solutions: • If you are connecting the product via Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) and the Wi-Fi icon on your product's LCD screen is not lit or does not appear, make sure you select one of the WPS options from the product control panel within 2 minutes of pressing the WPS button on your router.

  • Page 183: Network Software Cannot Find Product On A Network

    • If your router or access point has security enabled, determine the kind of security it is using and any required password or passphrase for connection. Then make sure to enter the exact WEP key or WPA passphrase correctly. • Check if your computer is restricting the available wireless channels. If so, verify that your wireless access point is using one of the usable channels and change to a usable channel, if necessary.

  • Page 184: Product Does Not Appear In Mac Printer Window

    Note: If you are reading these instructions online, you will lose your Internet connection when you restart your router, so note the next step before restarting it. 4. Download your product software from the Epson website using the instructions on the Start Here sheet.

  • Page 185: Wireless Network Connection Is Unstable On A Mac

    • If you are connecting the product wirelessly via EpsonNet Setup and the Wi-Fi icon does not appear lit on your LCD screen, make sure your product software was installed correctly. If necessary, reinstall your software. Note: If you are using a 5 GHz wireless router, set the router to operate in dual band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) mode.

  • Page 186: Cannot Scan Over A Network

    Wi-Fi Networking Cannot Scan Over a Network If you cannot start Epson Scan 2 for scanning over a network, try these solutions: • If you cannot scan from your product control panel, make sure you restarted your computer after installing the product software. Make sure the Event Manager program is not being blocked by your firewall or security software.

  • Page 187: Solving Copying Problems

    • If network communication was interrupted while starting Epson Scan 2, exit Epson Scan 2, wait a few seconds, and restart it. If Epson Scan 2 cannot restart, turn off your product, turn it back on, and try restarting Epson Scan 2 again.

  • Page 188: Product Makes Noise, But Nothing Copies

    Product Makes Noise, But Nothing Copies If your product makes a noise, but nothing copies, try these solutions: • Run a nozzle check to see if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. Then clean the print head, if necessary.

  • Page 189: Paper Jam Problems Inside The Product

    • If paper jams when you load only one or two sheets, try loading more sheets at a time. Do not load more than the recommended number of sheets. • If paper jams when you print on both sides of the paper, try loading fewer sheets. •...
  • Page 190 2. Remove any jammed paper from the rear paper feed...
  • Page 191 3. Lift the scanner unit and remove any jammed paper inside.
  • Page 192 Caution: Do not touch the flat white cable or translucent film inside the printer. 4. Close the scanner unit. 5. Follow the prompts on the LCD screen to clear any error messages. If you still see a paper jam message, check the other paper jam solutions. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems...

  • Page 193: Paper Jam Problems In The Rear Cover

    Paper Jam Problems in the Rear Cover If you see a message that paper has jammed in the rear cover, follow the steps here. 1. Cancel the print job, if necessary. 2. Press the buttons to release the rear cover and remove the cover from your product. Carefully remove any jammed paper from inside the product.

  • Page 194: Paper Ejection Problems

    5. Follow the prompts on the LCD screen to clear any error messages. If you still see a paper jam message, check the other paper jam solution. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems Paper Ejection Problems If you have problems with paper ejecting properly, try these solutions: •...

  • Page 195: Product Icon Does Not Appear In Windows Taskbar

    Right-click your product name, select Printing Preferences, and select your product name again if necessary. 2. Click the Maintenance tab. 3. Click the Extended Settings button. 4. Select Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3 and click OK. 5. Click the Monitoring Preferences button.

  • Page 196: Printing Is Slow

    • If you are using Windows 7, close the Devices and Printers window before you print. • On a Mac, make sure you download and install the Epson printer driver. • Make sure Quiet Mode is turned off.

  • Page 197: Solving Page Layout And Content Problems

    1. Click and select Computer or My Computer. Double-click the C: drive and open these folders: ProgramData > EPSON > PRINTER. Note: If you do not see the ProgramData folder, open the Organize menu and select Folder and search options. In the window that appears, click the View tab, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings list, and click OK.

  • Page 198: Inverted Image

    Slanted Printout Parent topic: Solving Problems Inverted Image If your printed image is inverted unexpectedly, try these solutions: • Turn off any mirror or inversion settings in your printing application. • Turn off the Mirror Image, Flip horizontally, or Reverse page orientation settings in your printer software.

  • Page 199: Incorrect Margins On Printout

    Related references Paper or Media Type Settings - Printing Software Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel Related tasks Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Incorrect Margins on Printout If your printed page has incorrect margins, try these solutions: •...

  • Page 200: Incorrect Characters Print

    • Access the Extended Settings (Windows) or Printing Preferences (Mac) and select Remove White Borders. Parent topic: Solving Page Layout and Content Problems Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Incorrect Characters Print If incorrect characters appear in your prints, try these solutions before reprinting: •...

  • Page 201: Slanted Printout

    • Make sure you selected the correct margins for your paper size in your printing program. • Be sure to select the correct Original Size setting for your original in the Copy settings. You can use the preview option in your printer software to check your margins before you print. Parent topic: Solving Page Layout and Content Problems Related tasks...

  • Page 202: White Or Dark Lines In Printout

    Faint Printout or Printout Has Gaps Grainy Printout Incorrect Colors Parent topic: Solving 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: • Run a nozzle check to see if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. Then clean the print head, if necessary.

  • Page 203: Blurry Or Smeared Printout

    • 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 204: Faint Printout Or Printout Has Gaps

    Print Head Cleaning Print Head Nozzle Check Print Head Alignment Related references Paper Specifications Compatible Epson Papers Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac...

  • Page 205: Grainy Printout

    Related concepts Print Head Cleaning Print Head Alignment Print Head Nozzle Check Related references Paper or Media Type Settings - Printing Software Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel Related tasks Cleaning the Paper Guide Refilling the Ink Tanks Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder Grainy Printout If your printouts are grainy, try these solutions:...

  • Page 206: Incorrect Colors

    Try using the color management options in your printer software. • For best results, use genuine Epson paper. • If you have not used the product for a long time, run the Power Cleaning utility.

  • Page 207: Solving Scanning Problems

    Refilling the Ink Tanks Solving Scanning Problems Check these solutions if you have problems scanning with your product. Scanning Software Does Not Operate Correctly Cannot Start Epson Scan 2 Parent topic: Solving Problems Scanning Software Does Not Operate Correctly If your scanning software does not operate correctly, try these solutions: •...

  • Page 208: Cannot Start Epson Scan 2

    Mac: Open the Applications folder, click Epson Software, and click Epson Scan 2 Utility. Make sure the correct product is selected. If necessary, select the Other tab and click Reset. • Make sure you do not have multiple versions of Epson Scan 2 installed. If you do, uninstall both versions and install one version.

  • Page 209: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems

    Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Check these sections if a scanned image on your computer screen has a quality problem. Image Consists of a Few Dots Only Line of Dots Appears in All Scanned Images Straight Lines in an Image Appear Crooked Image is Distorted or Blurry Image Colors are Patchy at the Edges Image is Too Dark...

  • Page 210: Image Is Distorted Or Blurry

    • Your product will not operate properly while tilted at an angle. Place your product on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond its base in all directions. • Adjust these Epson Scan 2 settings (if available) and try scanning again: • Increase the Resolution setting.

  • Page 211: Back Of Original Image Appears In Scanned Image

    Check the color matching and color management capabilities of your computer, display adapter, and the software you are using to see if they are affecting the palette of colors you see on your screen. To adjust the colors in your scanned image, adjust these Epson Scan 2 settings (if available) and try scanning again: •...

  • Page 212: Scanned Image Edges Are Cropped

    Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related references Additional Scanning Settings - Main Settings Tab Additional Scanning Settings - Advanced Settings Tab 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 213: Cannot Transfer Photos To Or From A Memory Card Or Device

    • Make sure the files on your memory card or device are in the correct format. • If you have too many photos on your memory card or device, 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 214 In the next window, select your product and click OK. Then follow any on-screen instructions. 4. Do one of the following to uninstall Epson Event Manager, then follow any on-screen instructions: • Windows 10/8.x: Select Epson Event Manager and click Uninstall.

  • Page 215: Uninstalling Product Software - Mac

    Uninstalling Product Software - Mac In most cases, you do not need to uninstall your product software before re-installing it. However, you can download the Uninstaller utility from the Epson support website to uninstall your product software as described here.
  • Page 216 Speak to a Support Representative Before you call Epson for support, please have the following information ready: • Product name • Product serial number (located on a label on the product) • Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase •...
  • Page 217 If your country does not appear in the list, contact the sales office in the nearest country. Toll or long distance charges may apply. Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, visit epson.com.jm or call your nearest Epson sales office.

  • Page 218: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications These sections list the technical specifications for your product. Windows System Requirements Mac System Requirements Paper Specifications Printable Area Specifications Scanning Specifications Ink Specifications Memory Card Specifications Dimension Specifications Electrical Specifications Environmental Specifications Interface Specifications Network Interface Specifications Safety and Approvals Specifications Windows System Requirements To use your product and its software, your computer should use one of these Microsoft operating...

  • Page 219: Mac System Requirements

    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 220 Half Letter (5.5 × 8.5 inches [140 × 216 mm]) Paper types Plain paper Note: Your product also supports compatible papers distributed by Epson. Select the link at the end of this topic to view a list of compatible Epson papers. Weight Plain paper: 17 lb (64 g/m...

  • Page 221: Printable Area Specifications

    Printable Area Specifications Note: When printing borderless, quality may decline in the expanded printable area. Single sheets Top/bottom margins: 0.12 inch (3 mm) Reduced print quality area/top: 1.61 inches (41 mm) Reduced print quality area/bottom: 1.46 inches (37 mm) Borderless...

  • Page 222: Scanning Specifications

    Reduced print quality area/top: 1.73 inches (44 mm) Reduced print quality area/bottom: 1.57 inches (40 mm) Envelopes Left/right margins: 0.12 inch (3 mm) Top/bottom: 0.20 inch (5 mm) Reduced print quality area/left: 0.70 inch (18 mm) Reduced print quality area/right: 1.61 inches (41 mm) Parent topic: Technical Specifications Scanning Specifications...

  • Page 223: Ink Specifications

    Technical Specifications Ink Specifications Note: This product is designed to work with genuine Epson inks. Non-Epson ink or any other ink not specified for this printer could cause damage not covered by Epson's warranties. The ink bottles that are used for initial product setup have a lower yield due to the ink charging process.

  • Page 224: Memory Card Specifications

    Related references Ink Bottle Part Numbers Memory Card Specifications Note: Cards marked with an asterisk (*) require an adapter; consult your adapter documentation for details on using it. Compatible types and SD: 2GB maximum capacities SDHC: 32GB SDXC: 64GB miniSD*: 2GB miniSDHC*: 32GB microSD*: 2GB microSDHC*: 32GB...

  • Page 225: Electrical Specifications

    Parent topic: Technical Specifications Electrical Specifications Power supply rating 100 to 240 V Rated frequency range 50/60 Hz Rated current 0.4 to 0.2 A Power consumption Standalone copying: Approximately 12 W (ISO/IEC24712) (with USB connection) Ready mode: Approximately 4.3 W Sleep mode: Approximately 0.7 W Power off mode: Approximately 0.2 W Parent topic:...

  • Page 226: Network Interface Specifications

    • Manufacturer: Askey Computer Corporation. • Type: WLU6320-D69 (RoHS) 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.
  • Page 227 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.

  • Page 228: Notices

    Notices Check these sections for important notices about your product. FCC Compliance Statement Binding Arbitration and Class Waiver Trademarks Copyright Notice FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 229: Binding Arbitration And Class Waiver

    1.3 Pre-Arbitration Steps and Notice. Before submitting a claim for arbitration, you and Epson agree to try, for sixty (60) days, to resolve any Dispute informally. If Epson and you do not reach an agreement to resolve the Dispute within the sixty (60) days), you or Epson may commence an arbitration. Notice to Epson must be addressed to: Epson America, Inc., ATTN: Legal Department, 3840 Kilroy Airport Way,...
  • Page 230 Orange County, California, at your option. a) Initiation of Arbitration Proceeding. If either you or Epson decides to arbitrate a Dispute, both parties agree to the following procedure: (i) Write a Demand for Arbitration.
  • Page 231 Epson's last written offer, if any, to settle the Dispute, Epson will: (i) pay you $1,000 or the amount of the award, whichever is greater; (ii) pay you twice the amount of your reasonable attorney's fees, if any;...

  • Page 232: 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 233: Libtiff Software Acknowledgment

    Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and...

  • Page 234: A Note Concerning Responsible Use Of Copyrighted Materials

    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. Contact your legal advisor for any questions regarding copyright law.

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