User’s Guide NPD4437-00 EN
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Contents Preface Copyright and Trademarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 About License. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Using This Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 3 Printer Management Software Print and Scan Drivers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 EpsonNet Config. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Creating an Administrative Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Print Media Usage Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Print Media That Can Damage Your Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Supported Print Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Print Media Dimensions. . . . . . . . .
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Paper Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 M.F. Paper Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 M.F. Paper Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Collated. .
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Adjusting Scanning Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Adjusting the Default Scan Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Changing the Scan Settings for an Individual Job. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Scanner Connection Tool. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Automatic Dialing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Speed Dialing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Storing a Number for Speed Dialing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Changing Numbers or Names. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Clearing Jams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 Avoiding Jams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Copy Problem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Copy Quality Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Adjusting Color Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Installing the Feed Roll Unit in the Standard 250-Sheet Tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418 Ordering Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419 Consumables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420 When to Order Supplies. . . . . . .
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Preface Copyright and Trademarks No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Copyright © 2011 Seiko Epson Corporation. All rights reserved.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide About License RSA BSAFE RSA BSAFE software, produced by RSA Security Inc., has been installed on this printer. DES This product includes software developed by Eric Young. (eay@mincom.oz.au) AES Copyright© 2003, Dr BrianGladman, Worcester, UK. All rights reserved. This product uses published AES software provided by Dr Brian Gladmanunder BSD licensing terms. TIFF(libtiff) LibTIFFCopyright© 1988-1997 SamLeffler Copyright© 1991-1997 Silicon Graphics, Inc.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Using This Guide Conventions 1. In this guide, personal computers and workstations are collectively called “computers”. 2. The following terms are used throughout this guide: Important: Important information that must be read and followed. Note: Additional information that merits emphasis. See Also: References within this guide. 3.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Illegal Copies and Printouts Copying or printing certain documents may be illegal in your country. Penalties of fines or imprisonment may be imposed on those found guilty. The following are examples of items that may be illegal to copy or print in your country.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Print From USB Memory (USB Direct Print) Multiple-Up Print Print From USB Memory feature allows you to print directly from your USB storage device without starting your computer. Without requiring you to start your computer and an application, this feature allows quick printing with simple procedures. Multiple-Up enables you to print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper. This feature allows you to reduce the paper consumption.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Sending an E-Mail With the Scanned Image (Scan to E-mail) User’s Guide Scanning to Network (Scan to SMB) You can transfer data scanned to a PC or a server When you want to send scanned data by e-mail, via SMB without service software. Although use the Scan to E-mail feature. You can directly prior registration of the destination PC on the send the data scanned as an e-mail attachment. address book is required, it helps save your time.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Making Copies From the ADF (Scan From ADF) You can scan pieces of unbound paper using the automatic document feeder (ADF). When you scan documents using the ADF, load them face up. For more information, see “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129. User’s Guide Sending a Fax from the Driver (Direct Fax) (Direct Fax from PC) You can directly send faxes from your PC using the fax driver. You can specify the fax settings like the normal fax.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 1 Specifications Copy Function Items Description Type Console Memory 256 MB (Maximum 768 MB) HDD — Color Capability Full color Printing Resolution Output resolution: 600 × 600 dpi Halftone/Printable Colors 256 color gradation for each color (16,700,000 colors) Original Paper Size Document glass: The maximum size is 215.9 × 297 mm for both sheets and books. Automatic document feeder (ADF): The maximum size is 215.9 × 355.6 mm for sheets.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Items Description Continuous Copy Speed Monochrome: User’s Guide A4 : 23 sheets/minute Color: A4 : 23 sheets/minute Important: Paper Tray Capacity ❏ The speed may be reduced due to image quality adjustment. ❏ The performance may be reduced depending on the paper type.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Items Description Machine Weight 28.6 kg User’s Guide Important: Space Requirement ❏ The weight of paper is not included. ❏ The weight of the toner cartridges are included. Width 780 × Depth 1232.4 mm Print Function Items Description Type Built-in Continuous Print Speed Same as the Copy Function Important: ❏ The speed may be reduced due to image quality adjustment. ❏ The performance may be reduced depending on the paper type.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Items Description Operating System Standard: PCL6 and PostScript drivers User’s Guide ® Windows® XP, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, ® ® Microsoft Windows Server 2008, ® ® Microsoft Windows Vista , ® ® Microsoft Windows 7, ® ® Microsoft Windows XP x64, ® ® Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64, ® ® Microsoft Windows Server 2008 x64, ® ® Microsoft Windows Vista x64, ® ® Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 x64, ® ® Microsoft Windows 7 x64, ® ® Mac OS X 10.4 – 10.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Items Description Scanning Resolution 200/300/600/1200 dpi User’s Guide TWAIN: 50 to 9600 dpi WIA: 75/100/150/200/300/400/600 dpi Scanning Halftone 48-bit input / 24-bit output / 8-bit output for each RGB color Scanning Speed Monochrome : 16 sheets/minute Color : 8 sheets/minute Important: The scanning speed varies depending on documents. Connectivity Standard: Ethernet (1000BASE-TX/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T), USB 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Items Description Scan to SMB Protocol: TCP/IP (SMB) User’s Guide File Format: PDF / JPEG (JFIF format) / TIFF (multi page 1 file) / TIFF (1 page 1 file) Scan to USB Memory File Format: PDF / JPEG (JFIF format) / TIFF (multi page 1 file) / TIFF (1 page 1 file) Important: Operation with all type of USB memories is not guaranteed. Fax Function Items Description Send Document Size Document glass: Maximum: 215.9 × 297 mm ADF: Maximum: 215.9 × 355.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Items Description Transmission Speed G3: User’s Guide 33.6/31.2/28.8/26.4/24.0/21.6/19.2/16.8/14.4/12.0/9.6/7.2/4.8/2.4kbps No. of Fax Lines PSTN, PBX. Leased line (3.4KHz/2-wire) RJ-11, 1 line Direct Fax Function Items Description Document Size A4, Letter, Folio (8.5 × 13"), Legal (8.5 × 14") Transmission Speed Same as the Fax function Transmission Resolution Standard: 200 × 100dpi (R8 (8dot/mm) × 3.85dot/mm) Fine: 200 × 200dpi (R8 (8dot/mm) × 7.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 2 Basic Operation Main Components This section provides an overview of your Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Rear View 1 8 7 6 3 2 4 5 1 ADF Cover 2 Control Board Cover 3 Ethernet Port 4 Phone Connector 5 Wall Jack Connector 6 USB Port 7 Security Slot 8 Power Connector Basic Operation 27
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 3 1 2 4 5 6 1 ADF Cover 2 Document Guides 3 ADF Glass 4 Document Glass 5 Document Feeder Tray 6 Document Stopper Operator Panel The operator panel has a 168 × 64 dots liquid crystal display (LCD), light-emitting diodes (LED), control buttons, one touch dial buttons and numeric keypad, which allow you to control the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ Calls up the stored Fax number registered in the Phone Book. The first eight fax numbers in the Phone Book are assigned to the buttons in row order, starting from the left top corner. 2. Copy button ❏ Moves to the top level of the Copy menu. 3. Scan button ❏ Moves to the top level of the Scan menu. 4. buttons ❏ Moves a cursor or highlight up or down. 5. buttons ❏ Moves a cursor or highlight left or right. 6.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ Lights up in the Sleep mode. Press this button to exit the Sleep mode. 13. Stop button ❏ Cancels the current processing or pending job. 14. Start button ❏ Starts a job. 15. Error LED ❏ Lights up when the printer has an error. 16. Data LED ❏ Lights up for incoming, outgoing, or pending Fax jobs. 17. C (Clear) button ❏ Deletes characters and numbers. 18. Address Book button ❏ Moves to the top level of the Address Book menu. 19.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 24. Color Mode button ❏ Switches the color mode. 25. B&W/Color LED ❏ Lights up to indicate which color mode is selected. Note: ❏ Moving to a different menu or returning to a previous screen cancels the current entry or setting. Make sure to press the button to save the current entry or setting. ❏ For details on how to use the numeric keypad to enter alphanumeric characters, see “Using the Numeric Keypad to Enter Characters” on page 302.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Preparing Printer Hardware 1. Open the side cover. 2. Completely pull out the eight yellow ribbons.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Push and slide the latches of the four toner cartridges to the locked position. 4. Close the side cover. Installing Optional Accessories You can make the printer more functional by installing the optional accessories. This section describes how to install the printer’s options such as the additional memory module, optional duplex unit and optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Installing the Additional Memory Module Note: Your printer supports additional 512 MB memory module. 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Turn the screw on the control board cover counterclockwise. Note: Loosen the screw. You do not need to remove the screw.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Slide the control board cover towards the rear of the printer. 4. Open the control board cover completely. 5. Align the connector of the memory module with the slot and insert the memory module into the slot.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Push the memory module firmly into the slot. Note: Ensure that the memory module is firmly fixed in the slot and does not move easily. 7. Close the control board cover, and slide it towards the front of the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 8. Turn the screw clockwise. 9. Turn on the printer. 10. Print the System Settings page to confirm that the newly installed memory module is detected by the printer. a Press the System button. b Select Report/List, and then press the button. c Select System Settings, and then press the button. The System Settings page is printed. 11. Confirm the amount of Memory Capacity listed under General in the System Settings page.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series ® ® Microsoft Windows 7/ Windows 7 x64/ Windows Server 2008 R2 x64 ® User’s Guide 1. Click Start — Devices and Printers. 2. Right-click the printer icon of the Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series and select Printer properties. 3. Click the Options tab, and then click Get Information from Printer. 4. Click Apply, and then click OK. 5. Close the Devices and Printers folder. ® Windows Vista / Windows Vista x64 1. Click Start — Control Panel — Hardware and Sound — Printers. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Installing the Optional Duplex Unit 1. Turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord. 2. Unpack the optional duplex unit.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Push the side button to open the front cover. 4. Remove the connector cap. Important: Make sure to remove the cap that is attached to the printer. Installing the optional duplex unit without removing the cap may result in damage or malfunction of the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Face the connectors of the optional duplex unit over the slots and push the optional duplex unit into them. Note: Make sure the optional duplex unit is securely installed in the printer and cannot be easily moved. 6. Close the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 7. Reconnect the power cord to the power connector and turn on the printer. 8. If you installed the optional duplex unit after installing the print driver, update your driver by following the instructions for each operating system. If the printer is on a network, update the driver for each client. Updating Your Driver to Detect Optional Duplex Unit ® ® The following procedure uses Microsoft Windows and the PCL 6 driver as an example.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Windows Vista/ Windows Vista x64 User’s Guide 1. Click Start — Control Panel — Hardware and Sound — Printers. 2. Right-click the printer icon of the Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series and select Properties. 3. Click the Options tab, and then click Get Information from Printer. 4. Click Apply, and then click OK. 5. Close the Printers folder. Windows Server 2008/ Windows Server 2008 x64 1. Click Start — Control Panel — Printers. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Installing the Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the power connector on the rear of the printer. 3. Remove the tape and the bag holding the screws. 4. Place the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit in the location that the printer is located.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Pull the standard 250-sheet tray out of the printer about 200 mm. Hold the standard 250-sheet tray with both hands, and remove it from the printer. 6. Lift the printer and align the five guide pins of the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit with the holes at the bottom of the printer. Gently lower the printer onto the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit. c Caution: Two people are required to lift the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 7. Secure the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit to the printer by tightening the two screws provided with the cassette unit with a coin or similar object. 8. Insert the standard 250-sheet tray into the printer, and push until it stops. Important: Do not use excessive force on the tray. Doing so could damage the tray or the inside of the printer. 9. Reconnect all cables into the rear of the printer and turn on the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide a Press the System button. b Select Report/List, and then press the button. c Select System Settings, and then press the button. The System Settings page is printed. 11. Confirm Tray 2 (250 Sheet Feeder) is listed under Printer Options in the System Settings page. If the cassette unit is not listed, turn off the printer, unplug the power cord, and re-install the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit. 12.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Microsoft Windows 7/ Windows 7 x64/ Windows Server 2008 R2 x64 User’s Guide 1. Click Start — Devices and Printers. 2. Right-click the printer icon of the Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series and select Printer properties. 3. Click the Options tab, and then click Get Information from Printer. 4. Click Apply, and then click OK. 5. Close the Devices and Printers folder. Windows Vista/ Windows Vista x64 1. Click Start — Control Panel — Hardware and Sound — Printers. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Setting Initial Settings on the Operator Panel You need to set the printer language, region, clock date, and time when you turn on printer for the first time. When you turn on the printer, a wizard appears on the LCD panel. Follow the steps below to set the initial settings. Note: If you do not start configuring the initial settings, Ready appears on the LCD panel in three minutes.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 5. Specify the current date, and then press the button. 6. Specify the current time, and then press the button. 7. Press the User’s Guide button for Fax Setup. If you want to skip the Fax Setup, press the Start button to exit the wizard and to restart the printer. 8. Enter your fax number, and then press the 9. Enter a name, and then press the 10. Press the button. button. button to exit the wizard and to restart the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide See Also: “Setting the Power Saver Timer Option” on page 301 Exiting the Power Saver Mode The printer automatically exits the Power Saver mode when it receives a print job from a computer. To manually exit the Low Power mode, press any button on the operator panel. To exit the Sleep mode, press the Energy Saver button. Note: ❏ Opening and closing a cover will cause the printer to exit the Low Power mode and the Sleep mode.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 3 Printer Management Software Print and Scan Drivers To access all of your printer’s features, install the print and scan drivers from the Software Disc. ❏ The print drivers enable your computer and printer to communicate and provide access to your printer features. ❏ The scan drivers enable you to scan images directly to your personal computer and place scanned images directly into an application via USB or the network.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. In the left navigation panel, scroll down to Security and select Administrator Settings. 5. Select Enabled for Administrator Mode. 6. In the Administrator Login ID field, enter a name for the administrator. Note: The default ID and password are both blank (NULL). 7. In the Administrator Password and Re-enter Password fields, enter a password for the administrator. 8. In the Maximum Login Attempts field, enter the number of login attempts allowed. 9. Click Apply.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 1. Click start — All Programs — EPSON — Status Monitor — Activate Status Monitor. The Select Printer window appears. 2. Click Status Settings. The Status Settings dialog box appears. 3. Select the Pop up setting tab, and then select the type of the pop-up from Auto start setup. You can also check the toner level of your printer. The Status Monitor is installed with your Epson print driver.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The Express Scan Manager can be installed from the Software Disc. It is available for Windows and Mac OS X.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 4 Network Basics Overview of Network Setup and Configuration To set up and configure the network: 1. Connect the printer to the network using the recommended hardware and cables. 2. Turn on the printer and the computer. 3. Print the System Settings page and keep it for referencing network settings. 4. Install the driver software on the computer from the Software Disc.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Wall jack connector RJ11 Phone connector RJ11 User’s Guide 1 2 3 4 1 USB port 2 Ethernet port 3 Phone connector 4 Wall jack connector Network Basics 57
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Connecting Printer to Computer or Network Connect the printer via Ethernet or USB. A USB connection is a direct connection and is not used for networking. An Ethernet connection is used for networking. Hardware and cabling requirements vary for the different connection methods. Ethernet cable and hardware are generally not included with your printer and must be purchased separately. The available features for each connection type are shown in the following table.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 1. Connect the smaller USB connector into the USB port on the rear of the printer. Note: Ensure that you match the USB symbol on the cable to the USB symbol on the printer. 2. Connect the other end of the cable into a USB port of the computer. Note: Do not connect the printer USB cable to the USB port available on the keyboard.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 1. Connect an Ethernet cable. To connect the printer to the network, connect one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the rear of the printer, and the other end to a LAN drop or hub. Setting the IP Address TCP/IP and IP Addresses If your computer is on a large network, contact your network administrator for the appropriate TCP/ IP addresses and additional system settings information.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Automatically Setting the Printer’s IP Address If the printer is connected to a small established TCP/IP network without a DHCP server, use the installer on the Software Disc to detect or assign an IP address to your printer. For further instructions, insert the Software Disc into your computer’s CD/DVD drive. After the Installer launches, follow the prompts for installation.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 7. Select DHCP / Autonet, and then press the User’s Guide button. Using EpsonNet Config To turn on/off the DHCP protocol: 1. Launch your web browser. 2. Enter the IP address in the browser’s Address field, and then press the Enter key. 3. Select Properties. 4. Select the Protocol Settings folder on the left navigation panel. 5. Select TCP/IP. 6. In the Get IP Address field, select the DHCP / Autonet option. 7. Click the Apply button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 3. Select Admin Menu, and then press the button. 4. Select Wired Network, and then press the 5. Select TCP/IP, and then press the 6. Select IPv4, and then press the button. button. button. 7. Select Get IP Address, and then press the 8. Select Panel, and then press the User’s Guide button. button. 9. Ensure that the message This Setting Becomes Effective after Restart appears, and then press any button. 10.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 19. Ensure that the message This Setting Becomes Effective after Restart appears, and then press any button. 20. Press the button to select Gateway Address, and then press the button. The cursor is located at the first octet of the gateway address. 21. Enter the value of the gateway address using the numeric keypad. 22. Press the button. The cursor moves to the next octet. 23. Repeat steps 21 to 22 to set gateway address, and then press the button. 24.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Enter ping xx.xx.xx.xx (where xx.xx.xx.xx is the IP address of your printer), and then press the Enter key. 4. Reply from the IP address denotes printer is active on the network. See Also: “Printing and Checking the System Settings Page” on page 65 Printing and Checking the System Settings Page Print the System Settings page and check your printer’s IP address by using the operator panel. 1. On the operator panel, press the System button. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 2. Select Report/List, and then press the User’s Guide button. 3. Select System Settings, and then press the button. The System Settings page is printed. 4. Find the IP address under Network (Wired) on the System Settings page. If the IP address is 0.0.0.0, wait for a few minutes to resolve the IP address automatically, and then print the System Settings page again. If the IP address is not resolved automatically, see “Assigning an IP Address (for IPv4 Mode)” on page 62.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Enable the firewall after the installation of the Epson printer software is complete. Inserting the Software Disc For Installing PCL Print Driver 1. Insert the Software Disc into your computer to start Easy Install. Note: If the Software Disc does not automatically launch, click Start (start for Windows XP) — All Programs (for Windows Vista and Windows 7) — Accessories (for Windows Vista and Windows 7) — Run, and then enter D:\setup.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide USB Printing A personal printer is a printer attached to your computer or a print server using a USB. If your printer is attached to a network and not your computer, see “Network Connection Setup” on page 68. For Installing PostScript Print Driver Windows users should read the PostScript User's Guide for information on how to install the print driver. Network Connection Setup Note: ❏ To use this printer in a Linux environment, you need to install a Linux driver.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide For installing PostScript print driver Windows users should read the PostScript User's Guide for information on how to install the print driver. Setting Up for Shared Printing You can share your new printer on the network using the Software Disc that comes with your printer, or using Microsoft peer-to-peer method.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Right-click the printer icon and select Sharing. 3. Click Change sharing options. The message Windows needs your permission to continue appears. 4. Click Continue. 5. Select the Share this printer check box, and then enter a name in Share name. 6. Click Additional Drivers and select the operating systems of all network clients that print to the printer. 7. Click OK. 8. Click Apply, and then click OK.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. Click Additional Drivers and select the operating systems of all network clients that print to the printer. 5. Click OK. 6. Click Apply, and then click OK. To confirm that the printer is properly shared: ❏ Ensure that the printer object in the Printers, Printers and Faxes or Devices and Printers folder is shared. The shared icon is shown under the printer icon. ❏ Browse Network or My Network Places.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. Select A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer, and then click Next. If the printer is not listed, enter the path to the printer in the text box. For example:\\[server host name]\[shared printer name] The server host name is the name of the server computer that identifies it on the network. The shared printer name is the name assigned during the server installation process. 5. Click Browse for a printer, and then click Next. 6.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Click Add a Printer to launch the Add Printer wizard. 3. Select Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer, and then click Next. If the printer is listed, select the printer and click Next, or select The printer that I want isn’t listed and enter the path of the printer in Select a shared printer by name and click Next.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Click Add a Printer to launch the Add Printer wizard. 3. Select Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer, and then click Next. If the printer is listed, select the printer and click Next, or select The printer that I want isn’t listed and enter the path to the printer in Select a shared printer by name and click Next.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Select Yes if you want this printer to be set as the default printer, and then click Next. 7. Click Print a test page if you want to verify installation. 8. Click Finish. When a test page prints successfully, installation is complete. Installing Print Driver on Computers Running Mac OS X For information on how to install the print driver, refer to the PostScript User's Guide.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Installation starts. When the installation is complete, the window is automatically closed. For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 1. Double-click Epson-AcuLaser_CX29-x.x-y.noarch.rpm in the Software Disc. 2. Enter the administrator password, and click Install. Installation starts. When the installation is complete, the window is automatically closed. For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 11 1. Double-click Epson-AcuLaser_CX29-x.x-y.noarch.rpm in the Software Disc. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide You can optionally specify the location and description of the printer for further information. For network connections: a Select LPD/LPR Host or Printer from the Device menu, and click Continue. b Enter the IP address of the printer in Device URI. c Format: lpd://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (the IP address of the printer) For USB connections with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 WS: a Select USB Printer #1 from the Device menu.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide a Click Add. b Select Network Printers as Printer Type, and click Next. c Select the Print via LPD-Style Network Server as Printer Type, and click Next. d Enter the IP address of the printer in Host name of the printer server. e Enter the name of the printer queue in Name of the remote queue, and click Next. f Enter the printer name in Name for printing. Note: The Description of Printer and Location of Printer do not have to be specified.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The Printer Configurations dialog box opens. For network connections: a Click Add. The Add New Printer Configuration dialog box opens. b Click Connection Wizard. The Connection Wizard dialog box opens. c Select Line Printer Daemon (LPD) Protocol from Access Network Printer or Printserver Box via. d Enter the IP address of the printer in IP Address or Host Name:. e Select Epson in Select the printer manufacturer:. f Click OK.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide b Select Epson AcuLaser CX29 vx.x [Epson/AcuLaser_CX29.ppd.gz] from the Search for Drivers: list. Note: You can specify the printer name in Set Name:. Setting the Default Queue For Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 WS/5 Client 1. Select Applications — System Tools — Terminal. 2. Enter the following command in the terminal window. su (Enter the administrator password) lpadmin -d (Enter the queue name) For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Enter the administrator password. YaST Control Center is activated. 3. Select Hardware on YaST Control Center, and select Printer. The Printer Configurations dialog box opens. 4. Click Edit. A dialog box to modify the specified queue opens. 5. Confirm that the printer you want to set is selected in the Connection list. 6. Select the Default Printer check box. 7. Confirm the settings, and click OK.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Enter http://localhost:631/admin in Location, and press the Enter key. 3. Enter root as the user name, and enter the administrator password. The CUPS window appears. Note: Set the password for authority as the printer administrator before setting the printer queue. If you have not set it, go to “Setting the Password for Authority as the Printer Administrator” on page 83. 4. Click Manage Printers. 5. Specify the required settings, and click Continue.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Setting the Password for Authority as the Printer Administrator For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 and 11, you must set the password for authority as the printer administrator to do operations as the printer administrator. For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 1. Select Computer — More Applications... and select Konsole on the Application Browser. 2. Enter the following command in the terminal window.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide su (Enter the administrator password) /usr/sbin/lpadmin -x (Enter the print queue name) 3. Repeat the command above for all queues for the same model. 4. Enter the following command in the terminal window. su (Enter the administrator password) rpm -e Epson-AcuLaser_CX29 The print driver is uninstalled. For SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 1. Select Computer — More Applications... and select Konsole on the Application Browser. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Enter the following command in the terminal window to delete the print queue. su (Enter the administrator password) /usr/sbin/lpadmin -x (Enter the print queue name) 3. Repeat the command above for all queues for the same model. 4. Enter the following command in the terminal window. su (Enter the administrator password) rpm -e Epson-AcuLaser_CX29 The print driver is uninstalled.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 5 Printing Basics About Print Media Using paper that is not appropriate for the printer can cause paper jams, image quality problems, or printer failure. To achieve the best performance from your printer, we recommend you to use only the paper described in this section. When using paper other than that recommended, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide See Also: ❏ “Loading Print Media in the Standard 250-Sheet Tray and the Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit” on page 92 ❏ “Loading Envelope in the Standard 250-Sheet Tray” on page 94 ❏ “Loading Print Media in the Single Sheet Feeder (SSF)” on page 97 ❏ “Loading Envelope in the Single Sheet Feeder (SSF)” on page 98 ❏ “Printing on Custom Size Paper” on page 117 Print Media That Can Damage Your Printer The following paper types are not recommended for use with the
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Supported Print Media Using unsuitable print media may lead to paper jams, poor print quality, breakdown and damage to your printer. To use the features of this printer effectively, use the suggested print media that is recommended here. Important: The toner may come off the print media, if it gets wet by water, rain, steam and so on. For details, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Single Sheet Feeder (SSF) Paper Size A4 SEF (210 × 297 mm) A5 SEF (148 × 210 mm) B5 SEF (182 × 257 mm) Letter SEF (8.5 × 11 inches) Folio SEF (8.5 × 13 inches) Legal SEF (8.5 × 14 inches) Executive SEF (7.25 × 10.5 inches) Com-10 SEF (4.125 × 9.5 inches) Monarch Envelope SEF (3.875 × 7.5 inches) DL Envelope SEF (110 × 220 mm) C5 Envelope SEF (162 × 229 mm) Custom Size: Width: 76.2–215.9 mm (3–8.5 inches) Length: 127–355.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Standard 250-Sheet Tray Paper Size A4 SEF (210 × 297 mm) A5 SEF (148 × 210 mm) B5 SEF (182 × 257 mm) Letter SEF (8.5 × 11 inches) Folio SEF (8.5 × 13 inches) Legal SEF (8.5 × 14 inches) Executive SEF (7.25 × 10.5 inches) Com-10 SEF (4.125 × 9.5 inches) Monarch Envelope SEF (3.875 × 7.5 inches) Monarch Envelope LEF (7.5 × 3.8 inches) DL Envelope SEF (110 × 220 mm) DL Envelope LEF (220 × 110 mm) C5 Envelope SEF (162 × 229 mm) Custom Size: Width: 76.2–215.9 mm (3–8.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit Paper Size A4 SEF (210 × 297 mm) A5 SEF (148 × 210 mm) B5 SEF (182 × 257 mm) Letter SEF (8.5 × 11 inches) Folio SEF (8.5 × 13 inches) Legal SEF (8.5 × 14 inches) Executive SEF (7.25 × 10.5 inches) Paper Type (Weight) Plain Letterhead Hole Punched Colored Loading Capacity 250 sheets of standard paper Note: SEF and LEF indicate the paper feed direction; SEF stands for short-edge feed. LEF stands for long-edge feed.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Before loading any print media, identify the recommended print side of the print media. This information is usually indicated on the print media package. Capacity The standard 250-sheet tray and optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit can hold: ❏ 250 sheets of the standard paper. The SSF can hold: ❏ 1 sheet of the standard paper.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Adjust the paper guides. Note: Extend the rear side of the tray when you load Legal size paper. 3. Before loading the print media, flex the sheets and fan them. Straighten the edges of the stack on a level surface. 4. Load the print media into the tray with the recommended print side facing up. Note: ❏ Do not exceed the maximum fill line in the tray. Overfilling the tray may cause paper jams. ❏ When loading coated paper, load coated paper one sheet at a time.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Align the width guides against the edges of the paper. Note: When loading user-specified print media, adjust the width guides and slide the extendable part of the tray by pinching the length guide and sliding it until it rests lightly against the edge of the paper. 6. After confirming that the guides are securely adjusted, insert the tray into the printer. 7. On the operator panel, select the desired paper size, and then press the 8.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: If you do not load envelopes in the standard 250-sheet tray right after they have been removed from the packaging, they may bulge. To avoid jams, flatten them as shown below before loading the envelopes in the tray. Com-10 Load the envelopes short edge feed with the flaps closed and the print side up. Ensure that the flaps come at the right when you face towards the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Load the envelopes long edge feed with the flaps open and the print side up. Ensure that the flaps come at the top when you face towards the printer. C5 Load the envelopes short edge feed with the flaps closed and the print side up. Ensure that the flaps come at the bottom when you face towards the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Loading Print Media in the Single Sheet Feeder (SSF) 1. Adjust the width guides to the print media’s width. 2. Hold both sides of the print media face down close to the SSF, and push it 8 cm to 9 cm (4 inches) into the printer until it automatically feeds. Note: ❏ Do not force the print media into the SSF. ❏ Load letterhead face down, with the top of the sheet entering the printer first. ❏ If you experience problems with paper feed, turn the paper around.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Loading Envelope in the Single Sheet Feeder (SSF) Com-10, Monarch, or DL To load an envelope into the SSF, insert the envelope short edge feed with the flap closed and the print side down. Ensure that the flap comes at the right when you face towards the printer. Important: Never use envelopes with windows, coated linings, or self-stick adhesives. These lead to paper jams and can cause damage to the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide C5 To load an envelope into the SSF, insert the envelope short edge feed with the flap open and the print side down. Ensure that the flap comes at the bottom when you face towards the printer. OR Important: Never use envelopes with windows, coated linings, or self-stick adhesives. These lead to paper jams and can cause damage to the printer. Note: ❏ Ensure that you load an envelope with the flap completely opened.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Loading Letterhead in the Single Sheet Feeder (SSF) When you use the SSF letterhead enters the printer first with the print side facing down. Using the Single Sheet Feeder (SSF) ❏ Load only one size and type of print media during a single print job. ❏ To achieve the best possible print quality, use only high-quality print media that is designed for use in laser printer. For more guidelines on print media, see “Print Media Usage Guidelines” on page 86.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: When loading print media in the SSF, use the print driver to set the paper size and type. For more information, refer to the online help of the driver. This section describes how to set the paper size and type on the operator panel. See Also: “Understanding the Printer Menus” on page 227 Setting Paper Sizes 1. On the operator panel, press the System button. 2. Select Tray Settings, and then press the button. 3. Select Tray 1 or Tray 2, and then press the 4.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Printing This section covers how to print certain lists of information from your printer and how to cancel a job. Sending a Job to Print To support all of the printer features, use the print driver. When you choose Print from a software program, a window representing the print driver opens. Select the appropriate settings for the specific job that you are sending to print.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. From Active Jobs, select Print, and then press the Stop button. Printing is canceled only for the current job. All the following jobs will continue to print. Canceling a Job From the Computer Running Windows Canceling a Job From the Taskbar When you send a job to print, a small printer icon appears in the bottom right corner of the taskbar. 1. Double-click the printer icon. A list of print jobs appears in the printer window. 2. Select the job you want to cancel.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Using the Stored Print Function When you send a job to the printer, you can specify in the driver that you want the printer to store the job in the memory. When you are ready to print the job, go to the printer and use the operator panel menus to identify which job in the memory you want to print.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ If a document name is not assigned to your print job in the print driver, the job’s name will be identified using the printer’s time and date of submission to distinguish it from other jobs you have stored under your name. ❏ Sample Print is available when you use the PCL driver. Storing Print Jobs In the print driver, you can specify a setting that enables you to store print jobs in temporary memory.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide [_ ] Use the buttons on the operator panel to enter the numeric password you specified in the print driver. The password you entered will be displayed as asterisks (*******) to ensure confidentiality. If you enter an invalid password, the message “Wrong password Re-enter” appears. Wait three seconds, or press the button to return to the screen for user selection.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide To print a file in a USB storage device: 1. Insert a USB storage device to the USB port of the printer. 2. Select Print from USB Memory, and then press the 3. Select the desired file, and then press the button. button. Note: Only the following characters are displayed on the operator panel: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 $ % ’ ‘ - @ {} ~ ! # ( ) & _ ^ 4. Select printing options as required.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ Adobe Acrobat 6.X (excluding some of the features added to PDF1.5) ❏ Adobe Acrobat 7.X (excluding some of the features added to PDF1.6) Note: Some PDF files cannot be printed depending on how they are created. In such case, open the files and print them using a print driver. Using the lpr command In the command prompt, enter the lpr command as described in the following example: Example: Printing “event.pdf” when the printer’s IP address is 192.168.1.100.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. From Paper Tray, select Tray1, Tray2, or Auto Paper Select. 4. From 2 Sided Print, select 2 Sided Print or 2 Sided, Flip on Short Edge. Note: For details on the 2 Sided Print and 2 Sided, Flip on Short Edge options, see “Using Booklet Print” on page 109. 5. Click OK.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 2 Sided, Flip on Short Edge User’s Guide Assumes binding along the short edge of the page (top edge for portrait orientation and left edge for landscape orientation). The following illustration shows short-edge binding for portrait and landscape pages: Portrait Landscape Selecting Printing Options Selecting Printing Preferences (Windows) Printer preferences control all of your print jobs, unless you override them specifically for a job.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Right-click the icon for your printer, and then select Printing Preferences. 3. Select the Advanced Settings tab, and then click Defaults. 4. Make selections on the driver tabs, and then click OK to save your selections. Note: For more information about Windows print driver options, click Help on the print driver tab to view the online help.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Printing Options for Windows Operating System Driver Tab Printing Options Windows XP, Windows XP x 64bit, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x 64bit, Windows Vista, Windows Vista x 64bit, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 x 64bit, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 7, or Windows 7 x 64bit Paper / Output tab ❏ Job Type ❏ Saved Settings ❏ 2 Sided Print ❏ Output Color ❏ Quantity ❏ Paper Summary ❏ Paper Size ❏ Paper Tray ❏ Paper Type ❏
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Operating System Driver Tab Printing Options Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, or Windows 7 Watermarks / Forms tab ❏ ❏ Windows XP, Windows XP x 64bit, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x 64bit, Windows Vista, Windows Vista x 64bit, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 x 64bit, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 7, or Windows 7 x 64bit Advanced Settings tab User’s Guide Watermarks ❏ New Watermark ❏ New Watermark (Bitmap) ❏
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Mac OS X Print Driver Printing Options: The table shown below uses Mac OS X 10.6 TextEdit as an example.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Item Printing Options Image Options ❏ Output Color ❏ Image Quality ❏ Brightness ❏ Basic Features/Advanced Features ❏ Image Type ❏ Image Adjustment ❏ Screen ❏ Color Balance ❏ Defaults ❏ Feature Sets ❏ Gray Guaranteed ❏ Feed Orientation ❏ Paper Type ❏ Substitute Tray ❏ Custom Paper Auto Orientation ❏ Image Enhancement ❏ Draft Mode ❏ Skip Blank Pages ❏ Halftone Screen Lock ❏ High speed for monochrome documents ❏ Trapping ❏ Letterhead Dup
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ “Loading Print Media in the Standard 250-Sheet Tray and the Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit” on page 92 ❏ “Setting Paper Sizes and Types” on page 100 Defining Custom Paper Sizes Before printing, set the custom size on the print driver. Note: When setting the paper size on the print driver and the operator panel, be sure to specify the same size as the actual print media used. Setting the wrong size for printing can cause printer failure.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 9. Click OK twice. Printing on Custom Size Paper Use the following procedures to print using either the Windows or Mac OS X print drivers. Using the Windows Print Driver To print on custom size paper using the PCL 6 driver as an example: Note: The way to display the printer Properties dialog box differs according to the application software. Refer to the manual of each application software. 1. From the File menu, select Print. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. In the Custom Page Sizes window, click +. A newly created setting “Untitled” is displayed in the list. 5. Double-click “Untitled” and enter the name for the setting. 6. Enter the size of the original document in the Width and Height boxes of Paper Size. 7. Specify Non-Printable Area if necessary. 8. Click OK. 9. From the File menu, select Print. 10. Click Print in the Print dialog box to start printing.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The following table shows how the printer works with Auditron.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Checking Status of Print Data Checking Status (Windows Only) Printer information and status are displayed on the Status Monitor window. Double-click the Status Monitor printer icon on the taskbar at the bottom right of the screen. From the displayed window, check the column Status. You can change the display contents with the button on the left of the Status Monitor window.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Printing a System Settings Page To verify detailed printer settings, print a system settings page. A printed system settings page also allows you to verify whether or not options have been installed properly. See Also: “Understanding the Printer Menus” on page 227 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Report/List, and then press the button. 3. Select System Settings, and then press the button. The system settings page is printed.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 3. Select the desired menu or menu item, and then press the User’s Guide button. ❏ If the selection is a menu, the menu is opened and the first system setting in the menu appears. ❏ If the selection is a menu item, the default menu setting for the menu item appears. (The current user default menu setting is highlighted.) Each menu item has a list of values for the menu item.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Adding Roles of Print Services When you use Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2008 R2, you need to add the roles of print services to the Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2008 R2 client. For Windows Server 2008: 1. Click Start — Administrative Tools — Server Manager. 2. Select Add Roles from the Action menu. 3. Select the Print Services check box on the Server Roles window in the Add Roles Wizard, and then click Next. 4. Click Next. 5.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Installing a Print Driver Using the Add Printer Wizard 1. Click Start — Control Panel — Hardware and Sound — Printers (Start — Devices and Printers for Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7). 2. Click Add a printer to launch the Add Printer wizard. 3. Select Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer. 4. In the list of available printers, select the one you want to use, and then click Next.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide b Right-click the printer you just created, and then click Properties (Printer properties for Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7). On the Options tab, set each setting item, and then click Apply. c On the General tab, click Print Test Page. When a test page prints successfully, installation is complete.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 6 Copying Loading Paper for Copying The instructions for loading documents are the same whether you are printing, faxing, or copying. See Also: “Loading Print Media” on page 91 Preparing a Document You can use the document glass or the automatic document feeder (ADF) to load an original document for copying, scanning, and sending a fax.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ Contaminants on the document glass may cause black spots on the copy output. For best results, clean the document glass before use. For more information, see also “Cleaning the Scanner” on page 385. To make a copy from the document glass: 1. Lift and open the document cover. 2. Place the document face down on the document glass and align it with the registration guide on the top left corner of the glass.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series c User’s Guide Caution: Do not apply excessive force to hold thick document on the document glass. It may break the glass and cause injuries. 3. Close the document cover. Note: ❏ Leaving the document cover open while copying may affect the copy quality and increase the toner consumption. ❏ If you are copying a page from a book or magazine, lift the cover until its hinges are caught by the stopper and then close the cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Making Copies From the ADF Important: Do not load more than 35 sheets into the ADF or allow more than 35 sheets to be fed to the document output tray. The document output tray should be emptied before it exceeds 35 sheets or your original documents may be damaged. Note: ❏ To get the best scan quality, especially for gray scale images, use the document glass instead of the ADF. ❏ A computer connection is not required for copying. To make a copy from the ADF: 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Press the Start button to begin copying. Note: Press the Stop button to cancel a copy job at any time while scanning a document. Setting Copy Options Set the following options for the current copy job before pressing the Start button to begin copying. Note: The copy options automatically return to their default status after the next copy is performed or the auto clear timer is expired. Number of Copies To specify the number of copies from 1 to 99. 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover. See Also: ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 ❏ “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129 2. Press the Copy button. 3. Press the Color Mode button to switch between Color and Black & White modes. 4. Press the Start button to begin copying. Paper Supply To select a tray. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Tray 2: xxx The paper is fed from Tray 2. Manual Feed Slot: xxx The paper is fed from the single sheet feeder (SSF). User’s Guide Note: Tray 2 is only available when the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit is installed. M.F. Paper Size To select the default paper size of the SSF. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF. OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Letter - 8.5 x 11" US Folio - 8.5 x 13" Legal - 8.5 x 14" Executive - 7.25 x 10.5" Monarch Env. - 3.9 x 7.5" DL Env. - 110 x 220 mm C5 Env. - 162 x 229 mm #10 Env. - 4.1 x 9.5" inch series Letter - 8.5 x 11"* US Folio - 8.5 x 13" Legal - 8.5 x 14" A4 - 210 x 297mm A5 - 148 x 210mm B5 - 182 x 257mm Executive - 7.25 x 10.5" Monarch Env. - 3.9 x 7.5" DL Env. - 110 x 220 mm C5 Env. - 162 x 229mm #10 Env. - 4.1 x 9.5" 7. Press the Start button to begin copying. M.F.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover. See Also: ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 ❏ “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129 2. Press the Copy button. 3. Select Paper Supply, and then press the button. 4. Select Manual Feed Slot, and then press the 5. Select M.F. Paper Type, and then press the 6. Select the desired setting, and then press the button. button. button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Collated To sort the copy output: For example, if you make two copies of three page documents, one complete three page document will be printed followed by the second complete document. Note: You can collate more pages when additional memory module is installed. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF. OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide See Also: “ Setting Copy Options” on page 130. 6. Press the Start button to begin copying. a When you are using the document glass and it is set to On, the display prompts you for another page. If you want to place a new document, press the button to select Yes, and then press the button. Another display prompts you for placing next page. Replace the document with a new document. Select Continue, and then press the button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide mm series Note: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. 200% 141% A5 -> A4 122% A5 ->B5 100%* 81% B5 -> A5 70% A4 -> A5 50% inch series 200% 154% 129% 8.5 x 11" -> 8.5 x 14" 100%* 78% 8.5 x 14" -> 8.5 x 11" 64% 50% Note: You can also specify the value in increments of 1% from 25 to 400 by pressing the or button or entering a value using the numeric keypad. See the following table for specific zoom ratios.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide How to load document depends on the size and orientation of a document. For details, see “Loading Print Media in the Standard 250-Sheet Tray and the Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit” on page 92 or “Loading Print Media in the Single Sheet Feeder (SSF)” on page 97. For paper that can be loaded, see “About Print Media” on page 86. 5. Press the Start button to begin copying. Document Size To select the default document size. 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide US Folio - 8.5 x 13" Legal - 8.5 x 14" Executive - 7.25 x 10.5" inch series Auto* Letter - 8.5 x 11" US Folio - 8.5 x 13" Legal - 8.5 x 14" A4 - 210 x 297mm A5 - 148 x 210mm B5 - 182 x 257mm Executive - 7.25 x 10.5" 5. Press the Start button to begin copying. Document Type To select the copy image quality. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF. OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 4. Select the desired setting, and then press the User’s Guide button. Note: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. Text Used for documents with text. Mixed* Used for documents with both text and photos. Photo Used for documents with photos. 5. Press the Start button to begin copying. Lighten/Darken To adjust the contrast to make the copy lighter or darker than the original. 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Normal* Works well with normal typed or printed documents. Darker1 Works well with light print or faint pencil markings. User’s Guide Darker2 Darker3 5. Press the Start button to begin copying. Sharpness To adjust the sharpness to make the copy image sharper or softer than the original. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF. OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Color Saturation To adjust the amount of colors of the copy to make the colors darker or lighter than the original. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF. OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover. See Also: ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 ❏ “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129 2. Press the Copy button. 3. Select Color Saturation, and then press the 4.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide See Also: ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 ❏ “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129 2. Press the Copy button. 3. Select Auto Exposure, and then press the 4. Select On, and then press the button. button. 5. Press the Start button to begin copying. Color Balance To specify the default color balance level within the range of -3 to +3. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Yellow Low Dens. 0* User’s Guide Sets the color balance level of low density yellow. -3 to +3 Yellow Med. Dens. 0* Sets the color balance level of medium density yellow. -3 to +3 Yellow High Dens. 0* Sets the color balance level of high density yellow. -3 to +3 Magen. Low Dens. 0* Sets the color balance level of low density magenta. -3 to +3 Magen. Med. Dens. 0* Sets the color balance level of medium density magenta. -3 to +3 Magen. High Dens.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2-Sided To make duplex copies with the specified binding position. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF. OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover. See Also: ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 ❏ “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129 2. Press the Copy button. 3. Select 2-Sided, and then press the button. 4. Select the desired setting, and then press the button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Auto: ID Card Copy: Automatically reduces the pages to fit in one page. Always prints two sides of Reduces the pages in the the ID card in one page in custom size depending on the original size (by 100%). the setting of the Reduce/ Enlarge menu. User’s Guide Manual: 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF. OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 3. Select N-Up, and then press the User’s Guide button. 4. Select the desired setting, and then press the button. Note: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. Off* Does not perform N-up printing. Auto Automatically reduces the original pages to fit onto one sheet of paper. ID Card Copy Prints the original pages onto one sheet of paper in the original size.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide See Also: ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 ❏ “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129 2. Press the Copy button. 3. Select Margin Top/Bottom, and then press the 4. Press the button. or button. button or use the numeric keypad to set the desired value, and then press the Note: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. 0.2 inch* (4 mm*) Specify the value in increments of 0.1 inch (1 mm). 0.0–2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 4. Press the button. or User’s Guide button or use the numeric keypad to set the desired value, and then press the Note: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. 0.2 inch* (4 mm*) Specify the value in increments of 0.1 inch (1 mm). 0.0–2.0 inch (0–50 mm) 5. Press the Start button to begin copying. Margin Middle To specify the middle margin of the copy. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Press the Start button to begin copying. Changing the Default Settings The default settings of the Copy menu options including contrast and image quality can be set to the most frequently used modes. When you copy a document, the specified default settings are used unless they are changed by using the corresponding buttons on the operator panel. To create your own default settings: 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Defaults Settings, and then press the 3.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 7 Scanning Scanning Overview You can use your Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series to turn pictures and text into editable images on your computer. The resolution setting to use when you scan an item depends on the item type and how you plan to use the image or document after you scan it into your computer. For the best results, use these recommended settings.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Connect the computer and Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series with a USB cable. OR Connect the Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series to a network. 3. Insert the Software Disc into your computer to start Easy Install Navi. 4. Click Installing Driver and Software. 5. Click the User Tools tab, and then select Install Scan Driver. 6. Click Start. 7. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the scan driver.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Scanning to a Computer Scanning From the Operator Panel The following procedure uses Windows XP as an example. Note: ❏ This feature cannot be used when the printer is connected to a network. ❏ Ensure that the printer is connected to the computer via the USB cable. 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the automatic document feeder (ADF). OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: If the following dialog box appears on your computer, select EPSON AL-CX29 Express Scan Manager, and then click OK. Note: ❏ Once you select the Always use this program for this action check box when selecting EPSON AL-CX29 Express Scan Manager, the selected application is automatically used without displaying the program selection window. ❏ You must use Express Scan Manager on your computer to change the settings for scanning.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover. See Also: ❏ “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129 ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 2. Click start — All Programs — Microsoft Office — Microsoft Office 2010 Tools — Microsoft Clip Organizer. 3. Click File — Add Clips to Organizer — From Scanner or Camera. 4. In the Insert Picture from Scanner or Camera dialog box, under Device, select your device. 5.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 7. Select the desired properties from the Image Quality and Image Options tabs. 8. Click Scan to start scanning. The scanned image file is generated. Scanning Using the WIA Driver Your printer also supports the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) driver for scanning images. WIA is one of the standard components provided by Windows XP and later operating systems and works with digital cameras and scanners.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: The illustration may vary for different operating systems. 4. Select Document Feeder or Flatbed in Paper source. Note: Select Document Feeder when you want to scan the document loaded in the ADF. Select Flatbed when you want to scan the document loaded on the document glass. 5. Select your scanning preferences and click Adjust the quality of the scanned picture to display the Advanced Properties dialog box. 6.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Using a Scanner on the Network Overview The Scan to Server/Computer feature allows you to scan documents and send the scanned document to a network computer via the SMB protocol. SMB You can select the kind of server and specify a destination to store the scanned document with the EpsonNet Config or Address Book Editor. The following items are required to use the Scan to Server/Computer feature.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide “Specifying a Destination to Store the Document Using SMB” on page 161 “Configuring the Printer Settings” on page 172 “Sending the Scanned File to the Network” on page 178 Confirming a Login name and Password Using SMB The Scan to Computer/Server feature requires a user login account with a valid and non-empty password for authentication. Confirm a login user name and password.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. Click Create a password and add in a password for your user login account. For Windows Server 2003: 1. Click Start — Administrative Tools — Computer Management. 2. Click Local Users and Groups. 3. Double-click Users. 4. Right-click your account, and then select Set Password. Note: When an alert message appears, confirm the message and then click Proceed. 5. Add in a password for your user login account. For Windows Vista and Windows 7: 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide For Windows Server 2008 R2: 1. Click Start — Administrative Tools — Computer Management. 2. Click Local Users and Groups. 3. Double-click Users. 4. Right-click your account, and then select Set Password. Note: When an alert message appears, confirm the message and then click Proceed. 5. Add in a password for your user login account. For Mac OS X 10.4/10.5/10.6: 1. Click System Preferences — Accounts. 2. Select your account. 3. Select Change Password. 4.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Right-click the folder, and then select Properties. 3. Click the Sharing tab, and then select Share this folder on the network. 4. Enter a shared name in the Share name box. Note: Write down this shared name because you will use this name in the next setting procedure.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: When the following screen appears, click If you understand the security risks but want to share files without running the wizard, click here, then select Just enable file sharing, and then click OK. 5. Select Allow network users to change my files. 6. Click Apply, and then click OK. Note: To add sub-folders, create new folders in the shared folder you have created.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide For Windows XP Professional Edition: 1. Create a folder in the desired directory on your computer (Example of folder name, MyShare) and double-click the folder. 2. Select Folder Options from Tools. 3. Click View tab, and then deselect the Use simple file sharing (Recommended) check box. 4. Click OK, and then close the window. 5. Right-click the folder, and then select Properties.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Click the Sharing tab, and then select Share this folder. 7. Enter a shared name in the Share name box. Note: Write down this shared name because you will use this name in the next setting procedure. 8. Click Permissions to create a write permission for this folder. 9. Click Add. 10.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 11. Click OK. 12. Click the user login name that you have just entered. Select the Full Control check box. This will grant you permission to send the document into this folder. Note: Do not use Everyone as the user login name. 13. Click OK. 14. Click Apply, and then click OK. Note: To add sub-folders, create new folders in the shared folder you have created.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Click the Sharing tab, and then select Share this folder. 4. Enter a shared name in the Share name box. Note: Write down this shared name because you will use this name in the next setting procedure. 5. Click Permissions to create a write permission for this folder. 6. Click Add. 7.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 8. Click OK. 9. Click the user login name that you have just entered. Select the Full Control check box. This will grant you permission to send the document into this folder. Note: Do not use Everyone as the user login name. 10. Click OK. 11. Configure other settings as necessary, and then click Apply and click OK. Note: To add sub-folders, create new folders in the shared folder you have created.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Right-click the folder, and then select Properties. 3. Click the Sharing tab, and then click Advanced Sharing. For Windows Vista, when User Account Control dialog box appears, click Continue. 4. Select the Share this folder check box. 5. Enter a shared name in the Share name box.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: Write down this shared name because you will use this name in the next setting procedure. 6. Click Permissions to create a write permission for this folder. 7. Click Add. 8. Search user login name by clicking Advanced, or enter the user login name in the Enter the object names to select box and click Check Names to confirm (Example of user login name, MySelf). 9. Click OK. 10. Click the user login name that you have just entered.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: Do not use Everyone as the user login name. 11. Click OK. 12. Click OK to exit the Advanced Sharing dialog box. 13. Click Close. Note: To add sub-folders, create new folders in the shared folder you have created. Example: Folder name: MyShare, Second-level folder name: MyPic, Third-level folder name: John You should now see MyShare\MyPic\John in your directory. After you created a folder, go to “Configuring the Printer Settings” on page 172. For Mac OS X 10.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: Write down this shared name because you will use this name in the next setting procedure. 4. Open System Preferences, and then click Sharing. 5. Select the Personal File Sharing check box and the Windows Sharing check box. For Mac OS X 10.5/10.6: 1. Create a folder in the desired directory on your computer (Example of folder name, MyShare). Note: Write down this shared name because you will use this name in the next setting procedure. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Enter the IP address of the printer in the address bar, and then press the Enter key. The printer’s web page appears. Note: For details on how to check the IP address of the printer, see “Verifying the IP Settings” on page 64. 3. Click the Address Book tab. If user name and password are required, enter the correct user name and password. Note: The default user name is “11111", and the default password is “x-admin". 4. Under Network Scan (Comp./Serv.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Select any unused number and click Add. The Add Network Scan Address page appears. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 To fill in the fields, enter the information as follows: 1 Name Enter a friendly name that you want it to appear on the Computer/Server Address Book.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2 Server Type Select Computer (SMB). 3 Server Address Enter a server name or IP address of your computer that you have shared out. The following are examples: Server name: myhost IP address: 192.168.1.100 4 Server Port Number Enter the port number. If you are unsure, you can enter the default value of 139 for SMB. 5 Login Name Enter the user account name that has access to the shared folder on your computer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide From the Address Book Editor The following procedure uses Windows XP as an example. 1. Click start — All Programs — EPSON — EPSON AL-CX29 — Address Book Editor. The Select Device window appears. 2. Select your printer from the list. 3. Click OK. 4. Click Tool — New (Printer Address Book) — Server.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The Server Address dialog box appears. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 To fill in the fields, enter the information as follows: 1 Name Enter a friendly name that you want it to appear on the address book. 2 Server Type Select Computer (SMB). 3 Computer Settings wizard Clicking this button opens the wizard screen which guides you through several steps. When you complete the steps in the wizard, the items 4 to 10 are entered automatically.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 6 Path User’s Guide To store the scanned document in the shared folder directly without creating any subfolder, leave the space blank. To store the scanned document in the folder you created under the shared folder, enter the path as following. Example: Share Folder name, MyShare, Second-level folder name: MyPic, Third-level folder name: John You should now see MyShare\MyPic\John in your directory. In this case, enter the following item.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 2. Press the Scan button. 3. Select Scan to Network, and then press the 4. Select Scan to, and then press the button. button. 5. Select Computer (Network) or Search Address Book, and then press the button. ❏ Computer (Network): Stores the scanned image on the computer by using the SMB protocol. ❏ Search Address Book: Select the server address registered in Address Book. 6.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover. See Also: ❏ “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129 ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 3. Select Scan to USBMemory, and then press the 4. Select Save to, and then press the button. button. 5. If you want to save the scanned data to a folder on the USB storage device, select the desired folder to save the scanned data, and then press the button. 6.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Click the Address Book tab. If user name and password are required, enter the correct user name and password. Note: The default user name is “11111", and the default password is “x-admin". 4. Click Email Address Book. 5. Select any unused number and click Add. The Add Email Address page appears.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Enter a name in the Name field and e-mail address in the E-mail Address field. 7. Click the Apply button. Sending an E-mail With the Scanned File 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF. OR Place a single document face down on the document glass, and close the document cover. See Also: ❏ “Making Copies From the ADF” on page 129 ❏ “Making Copies From the Document Glass” on page 126 2. Press the Scan button. 3.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 4. Select Email to, and then press the User’s Guide button. 5. Select the setting listed below, and then press the button. ❏ Keypad: Enter the e-mail address directly and then press the button. ❏ Address Book: Select the e-mail address registered in the E-mail address book, and then press button. the ❏ Email Group: Select the e-mail group registered in the E-mail Groups, and then press the button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 5. Select the type, and then press the User’s Guide button. Available types: ❏ PDF ❏ MultiPageTIFF ❏ TIFF ❏ JPEG Setting the Color Mode You can scan an image in color or in black and white. Selecting black and white significantly reduces the file size of the scanned images. An image scanned in color will have a larger file size than the same image scanned in black and white. 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Defaults Settings, and then press the 3.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Setting the Scan Resolution You may want to change the scan resolution depending on the way you plan to use the scanned image. Scan resolution affects both the size and image quality of the scanned image file. The higher the scan resolution, the larger the file size. To select the scan resolution: 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Defaults Settings, and then press the 3. Select Scan Defaults, and then press the 4. Select Resolution, and then press the button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Automatically Suppressing Background Variations When scanning documents with a dark background such as newspapers, the printer automatically can detect the background and whiten it when outputting the image. To turn on/off automatic suppression: 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Defaults Settings, and then press the button. 3. Select Scan Defaults, and then press the button. 4. Select Auto Exposure, and then press the button. 5.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Press the Start button to begin the scan. Scanner Connection Tool You can check the IP address of the printer or set the password using the Scanner Connection Tool. The following procedure uses Windows XP as an example. To open the Scanner Connection Tool: Click start — All Programs — EPSON — EPSON AL-CX29 — Scanner Connection Tool.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Displays a list of scanners that are detected. ❏ Search again Searches the scanners in your network. ❏ Search Criteria (Windows only) Displays the Search Criteria dialog box for setting the search condition. Search Criteria Dialog Box (Windows only) ❏ Broadcast address Enter the subnet address. ❏ IPv4: Broadcast Address such as 192.168.1.255 ❏ IPv6: Multicast Address such as ff02::1 ❏ Search Time Specify a time period for searching a scanner.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Password Settings In the Password Settings tab, you can enter the password that is set for your scanner to access from your computer to the printer. ❏ Password for Scanner Enter the password.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 8 Faxing Connecting the Telephone Line Note: Do not connect your printer directly to a DSL (digital subscriber line). This may damage the printer. To use a DSL, you will need to use an appropriate DSL filter. Contact your service provider for the DSL filter. 1. Plug one end of a telephone line cord into the wall jack connector and the other end into an active wall jack.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. To connect a telephone and/or answering machine to your printer, plug the telephone or answering machine line cord into the phone connector ( ). 1 2 1 Phone connector 2 To an external telephone or answering machine Configuring Fax Initial Settings Note: The above settings can be configured also using Advance Tools on Easy Install Navi. Setting Your Region You need to set the region where your printer is used for using the fax service on the printer. 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 5. Select the region where the printer is used, and then press the 6. Select Yes, and then press the User’s Guide button. button. The printer restarts automatically to apply the settings. Note: When you configure the region setting, the information registered to the device is initialized. Setting the Printer ID In most regions, you are required by law to indicate your fax number on any fax you send.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 10. To cancel the changed setting and return to the top level of the System menu, press the Clear All button. Setting the Time and Date Note: It may be necessary to reset the correct time and date if loss of power to the printer occurs. To set the time and date: 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Admin Menu, and then press the button. 3. Select System Settings, and then press the 4. Select Clock Settings, and then press the 5.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Changing the Clock Mode You can set the current time using either the 12-hour or the 24-hour format. 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Admin Menu, and then press the button. 3. Select System Settings, and then press the 4. Select Clock Settings, and then press the 5. Select Time Format, and then press the 6. Select the desired format, and then press the button. button. button. button. 7.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 1. Place the document(s) facing up on the ADF with the top edge of the documents in first. Then adjust the document guides to the correct document size. 2. Adjust the document resolution. (For details, see “Resolution” on page 196.) Loading an Original Document on the Document Glass Using the document glass, you can load one sheet at a time. 1. Lift and open the document cover. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series c User’s Guide Caution: Do not apply excessive force to hold thick document on the document glass. It may break the glass and cause injuries. 3. Close the document cover. Note: ❏ Ensure that no document is in the ADF. If any document is detected in the ADF, it takes priority over the document on the document glass. ❏ If you are faxing a page from a book or magazine, lift the document cover until its hinges are caught by the stopper and then close the document cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 3. Select the desired setting, and then press the User’s Guide button. Note: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. Standard* Suitable for documents with normal sized characters. Fine Suitable for documents containing small characters or thin lines or documents printed using a dot-matrix printer. Super Fine Suitable for documents containing extremely fine detail.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Darker1 User’s Guide Works well with light print or faint pencil markings. Darker2 Darker3 Inserting a Pause For some telephone systems, it is necessary to dial an access code and listen for a second dial tone. A pause must be entered in order for the access code to function. For example, enter the access code 9 and then press the Redial/Pause button before entering the telephone number. “-” appears on the LCD panel to indicate when a pause is entered.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide You need to register a speed dial number before you can use the One Touch Dial button. (For details, see “Storing a Number for Speed Dialing” on page 211.) ❏ Select Fax to, and then press the Address Book button. Select one of the followings: All Entries Displays a list of registered fax numbers. Group Dial Displays a list of registered group dial numbers. Search Local Searches for a fax number from the local Phone Book.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide See Also: ❏ “Loading an Original Document on the ADF” on page 194 ❏ “Loading an Original Document on the Document Glass” on page 195 2. Press the Fax button. 3. Adjust the document resolution to suit your fax needs. See Also: ❏ “Resolution” on page 196 ❏ “Lighten/Darken” on page 197 4. Select OnHook, and then press the 5. Select On, and then press the button. button. 6. Enter the remote fax machine’s fax number using the numeric keypad.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide If something goes wrong while sending your fax, an error message appears on the LCD panel. If you receive an error message, press the again. button to clear the message and try to send the document You can set your printer to print a confirmation report automatically after each fax transmission.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Adjust the document resolution to suit your fax needs. See Also: ❏ “Resolution” on page 196 ❏ “Lighten/Darken” on page 197 4. Select Delayed Start, and then press the 5. Select On, and then press the button. button. 6. Enter the start time using the numeric keypad or select the start time using the then press the button. 7. Select Fax to, and then press the button. 8. Select Keypad, and then press the button. or button, and 9.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide For Windows Note: ❏ The names of the dialog boxes and the buttons may be different from those given in the following procedure depending on the application you are using. ❏ To use this feature, you must install the fax driver. (For details, see “Inserting the Software Disc” on page 67.) 1. Open the file you want to send by fax. 2. Open the print dialog box from the application, and then select EPSON AL-CX29 PCL6. 3. Click Preferences. 4. Specify the fax settings.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: The settings done here are only applied to a single fax job. 5. Click OK to close the Printing Preferences dialog box. 6. Click Print.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The Set / Check Fax Transmission dialog box appears. 7. Specify the destination for the recipient in one of the following ways. For details on how to specify the destination, see the Help of the driver. a Enter the name and fax number directly. b Select a fax number from a phone book. ❏ Look Up Address Book: Displays a list of fax numbers that are saved in the file specified for My Address Book file.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide For Mac OS X Note: ❏ The names of the dialog boxes and the buttons may be different from those given in the following procedure depending on the application you are using. ❏ To use this feature, you must install the fax driver. 1. Open the file you want to send by fax. 2. Open the print dialog box from the application, and then select EPSON AcuLaser CX29. Note: Select the printer name that you specified when adding the printer. 3. Select Fax Setting. 4.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The Set / Check Fax Transmission dialog box appears. 6. Specify the destination for the recipient in one of the following ways. For details on how to enter the destination, see the Help file for the driver. a Enter the name and fax number directly. b Select a fax number from a phone book. ❏ Look Up Address Book: Displays a list of fax numbers that are saved in the file specified for My Address Book file.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Receiving a Fax About Receiving Modes Note: To use the TEL/FAX Mode or Ans/FAX Mode, connect an external telephone or answering machine to the phone connector ( ) on the rear of your printer. When the memory is full, you cannot receive a fax automatically. Use an external telephone to receive a fax manually.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Receiving a Fax Manually in the TEL Mode You can receive a fax by picking up the handset of the external telephone and then pressing the remote receive code (see “Available Fax Settings Options” on page 220), or by setting OnHook to On (you can hear voice or fax tones from the remote machine) and then pressing the Start button. The printer begins receiving a fax and returns to the standby mode when the reception is completed.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Receiving Faxes Using the DRPD Mode The Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection (DRPD) is a telephone company service which enables a user to use a single telephone line to answer several different telephone numbers. The particular number someone uses to call you on is identified by different ringing patterns, which consist of various combinations of long and short ringing sounds.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 2. Select Polling Receive, and then press the 3. Select On, and then press the User’s Guide button. button. 4. Enter the number of the remote machine using the numeric keypad, and then press the button. Note: For information on how to enter the fax number of the remote machine, see “Sending a Fax Automatically” on page 198 or “Sending a Fax Manually” on page 199. 5. Press the Start button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide To insert a pause between numbers, press the Redial/Pause button. “-” appears on the LCD panel. 9. Select Apply Settings, and then press the 10. Select Yes, and then press the button. button. To store more fax numbers, repeat steps 4 to 10. To cancel the changed setting and return to the top level of the Address Book menu, press the Clear All button. Sending a Fax Using a Speed Dial 1. Load the document(s) face up with top edge in first into the ADF.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ “Lighten/Darken” on page 197 5. Press the Start button. The document scans into the memory. When the document is placed on the document glass, the display prompts you for another page. Select Yes to add more documents or No to begin sending the fax immediately, and then press the button. The fax number stored in the speed dial location is automatically dialed. The document is sent when the remote fax machine answers.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 7. Select Speed Dial No, and then press the button. 8. Select the desired number, select the speed dial numbers, and then press the 9. Select Apply Settings, and then press the 10. Select Yes, and then press the User’s Guide button to confirm. button. button. To store more group dial numbers, repeat steps 4 to 10. To cancel the changed setting and return to the top level of the Address Book menu, press the Clear All button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide b Select the speed dial number that you want to edit, and then select or deselect the speed dial number. Press the button. c Select Apply Settings, and then press the d Select Yes, and then press the button. button. 7. To delete the group dial: a Press the C (Clear) button. b Select Yes, and then press the button. Note: When you delete the last speed dial in a group, the group itself is not deleted. 8.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 2. Select Report/List, and then press the User’s Guide button. 3. Select Fax Address Book, and then press the button. A list of your Fax Address Book entries is printed. Other Ways to Fax Using the Secure Receiving Mode You may need to prevent your received faxes from being accessed by unauthorized people. You can turn on the secure fax mode using the Secure Receive option to restrict printing out all of the received faxes when the printer is unattended.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide To print received documents: 1. Press the Print button. 2. Select Secure Receive, and then press the 3. Enter the password, and then press the button. button. The faxes stored in memory are printed. To turn the secure receiving mode off: 1. Access the SecureReceiveSet menu by following steps from 1 to 5 in “To turn the secure receiving mode on:”. 2. Select Disable, and then press the button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide You can connect a telephone answering device (TAD) directly to the rear of your printer as shown above. ❏ Set your printer to the Ans/FAX Mode and set Auto Ans. Ans/FAX to specify the time for the TAD. ❏ When the TAD picks up the call, the printer monitors and takes the line if fax tones are received and then starts receiving the fax. ❏ If the answering device is off, the printer automatically goes into the FAX Mode after the ring tone sounds for a predefined time.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide If you want to use your computer modem for faxing or for a dial-up internet connection, connect the computer modem directly to the rear of your printer with the TAD as shown above. ❏ Set your printer to the Ans/FAX Mode and set Auto Ans. Ans/FAX to specify the time for the TAD. ❏ Turn off the computer modem’s Fax Receive feature. ❏ Do not use the computer modem if your printer is sending or receiving a fax.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 5. Select the desired volume, and then press the User’s Guide button. 6. Reboot the printer by turning the power switch off and then on. Specifying the Fax Settings Changing the Fax Settings Options 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Admin Menu, and then press the 3. Select Fax Settings, and then press the button. button. 4. Select the desired menu item, and then press the button. 5. Select the desired setting or enter the value using the numeric keypad. 6.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Option Ans Select User’s Guide Description TEL Mode Automatic fax reception is turned off. You can receive a fax by picking up the handset of the external telephone and then pressing the remote receive code, or by setting OnHook to On (you can hear voice or fax tones from the remote machine) and then pressing the Start button. FAX Mode* Automatically receives faxes.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Option Description Dialing Type You can select the dialing type. ❏ PB ❏ DP (10PPS) ❏ DP (20PPS) User’s Guide Interval Timer You can specify the interval between transmission attempts within the range of 3 to 255 seconds. The default is 8 seconds. Number of Redial You can specify the number of redial attempts to make when the destination fax number is busy, within the range of 0 to 9. If you enter 0, the printer will not redial.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Option Description 2-Sided Print You can set whether to make duplex print when you print faxes. Select Off to print faxes on one side of a sheet of paper. Select On to print faxes on both sides of a sheet of paper. Sent Fax Fwd You can set your printer to forward incoming faxes to another fax number. When a fax arrives at your printer, it is stored in the memory. Then, the printer dials the fax number that you have specified and sends the fax.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Option Description Fax Transmit You can set whether to print a transmission result after a fax transmission. Fax Broadcast You can set whether to print a transmission result after a fax broadcast to multiple locations. Fax Protocol You can set whether to print the protocol monitor report after a fax transmission to monitor fax protocol problems. Prefix Dial Note: Prefix Dial supports only the environment where you send a fax to the external line number.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 3. Select Fax Defaults, and then press the User’s Guide button. 4. Select the desired menu item, and then press the button. 5. Select the desired setting or enter the value using the numeric keypad, and then press the button. 6. To return to the top level of the System menu, press the Clear All button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The selected report or list is printed.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 9 Using the Operator Panel Menus and Keypad Understanding the Printer Menus When your printer is connected to a network and available to a number of users, the access to the Admin Menu can be limited. This prevents other users from using the operator panel to inadvertently change a user default that has been set by the administrator. However, you can use your print driver to override user defaults and select settings for individual print jobs.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide PS Fonts List Purpose: To print a sample of the available PS fonts. Job History Purpose: To print a detailed list of the print, copy, fax, or scan jobs that have been processed. This list contains the last 20 jobs. Error History Purpose: To print a detailed list of paper jams and fatal errors. Printer Meter Purpose: To print the reports for the total number of pages printed. Protocol Monitor Purpose: To print a detailed list of monitored protocols.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Fax Activity Purpose: To print the report of faxes you recently received or sent. Fax Pending Purpose: To print the list of status of pending faxes. Stored Documents Note: Stored Documents feature is available only when the 512 MB additional memory module is installed on the printer and RAM Disk under System Settings is enabled. Purpose: To print a list of all files stored for Secure Print and Sample Print in the RAM disk.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Speed Dial Purpose: To store up to 200 frequently dialed numbers in speed dial locations. Group Dial Purpose: To create a group of fax destinations and register it under a two-digit dial code. Up to six group dial codes can be registered. PCL Settings Use the PCL Settings menu to change printer settings that only affect jobs using the PCL emulation printer language. Note: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: mm series A4 - 210x297mm*1 A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Letter - 8.5x11" US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.5x14" Executive - 7.25x10.5" Monarch Env. - 3.9x7.5" DL Env. - 110x220mm C5 Env. - 162x229mm #10 Env. - 4.1x9.5" New Custom Size Portrait(Y) 297 mm* Specifies the length of the custom size paper. 127 - 355 mm Landscape(X) 210 mm* Specifies the width of the custom size paper.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide DL Env. - 110x220mm C5 Env. - 162x229mm #10 Env. - 4.1x9.5" New Custom Size Portrait (Y) 11.7 inch* Specifies the length of the custom size paper. 5.0-14.0 inches Landscape (X) 8.3 inch* Specifies the width of the custom size paper. 3.0-8.5 inches *1 The default for Output Size varies depending on country-specific factory. Note: Selecting a custom size for the paper size prompts you to enter a custom length and width.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Font Purpose: To specify the default font from the fonts registered in the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Times Roman N C Schbk Bd GaramondAntiqua Times It N C Schbk BdIt Garamond Krsv Times Bd ITC A G Go Bk Garamond Hlb Times BdIt ITC A G Go BkOb GaramondKrsvHlb User’s Guide Symbol Set Purpose: To specify a symbol set for a specified font. Values: ROMAN-8* WIN L1 ISO-6 ISO L1 WIN L2 ISO-11 ISO L2 WIN L5 ISO-15 ISO L5 DESKTOP ISO-17 ISO L6 PS TEXT ISO-21 PC-8 MC TEXT ISO-60 PC-8 DN MS PUB ISO-69 PC-775 MATH-8 WIN 3.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: The Font Size menu is only displayed for typographic fonts. Font Pitch Purpose: To specify the font pitch for scalable mono spaced fonts, within the range of 6.00 to 24.00. The default is 10.00. Font pitch refers to the number of fixed-space characters in a horizontal inch of type. For nonscheduled mono spaced fonts, the pitch is displayed, but cannot be changed. Note: The Font Pitch menu is only displayed for fixed or mono spaced fonts.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: On* Enables the Image Enhance feature. Off Disables the Image Enhance feature. Hex Dump Purpose: To help isolate the source of a print job problem. With Hex Dump selected, all data sent to the printer is printed in hexadecimal and character representation. Control codes are not executed. Values: Disable* Disables the Hex Dump feature. Enable Enables the Hex Dump feature. Draft Mode Purpose: To save toner by printing in the draft mode.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Add-CR User’s Guide The CR command is added. CR=CR, LF=CR-LF, FF=CR-FF CR-XX The CR and LF commands are added. CR=CR-LF, LF=CR-LF, FF=CR-FF Output Color Purpose: To specify the color mode to Color or Black and White. This setting is used for a print job that does not specify a print mode. Values: Black and White* Prints in the black and white mode. Color Prints in the color mode.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Does not set the runtime of a PostScript job. Off* On 1 Sets the runtime of a PostScript job. 1-900 min. Paper Select Mode Purpose: To set the way to select the paper tray for PostScript mode. Values: Auto* Automatically selects the paper tray for PostScript mode. Select From Tray Manually selects the paper tray for PostScript mode. Output Color Purpose: To set the default color for PostScript. Values: Color* Prints in color mode.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Auto* Detects the Ethernet settings automatically. 10BASE-T Half Uses 10BASE-T Half-duplex. 10BASE- T Full Uses 10BASE-T Full-duplex. 100BASE- TX Half Uses 100BASE-TX Half-duplex. 100BASE- TX Full Uses 100BASE-TX Full-duplex. 1000BASE- T Full Uses 1000BASE-T Full-duplex. TCP/IP Purpose: To configure TCP/IP settings. Values: IP Mode Dual Stack* Uses both IPv4 and IPv6 to set the IP address. IPv4 Uses IPv4 to set the IP address.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series IPv4 IPsec Get IP Address User’s Guide DHCP / Autonet* Sets the IP address automatically. A random value in the range of 169.254.1.0 to 169.254.254.255 that is not currently in use on the network is set as the IP address. The subnet mask is set as 255.255.0.0. BOOTP Sets the IP address using BOOTP. RARP Sets the IP address using RARP. DHCP Sets the IP address using DHCP. Panel Use this option when you want to set the IP address manually on the operator panel.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Port9100 IPP SMB TCP/IP WSD Network TWAIN SNMP StatusMessenger InternetServices Bonjour(mDNS) Update Addr Book HTTP-SSL/TLS User’s Guide Disable Disables the Port9100 port. Enable* Enables the Port9100 port. Disable Disables IPP port. Enable* Enables IPP port. Disable Disables SMB TCP/IP port. Enable* Enables SMB TCP/IP port. Disable Disables WSD port. Enable* Enables WSD port. Disable Disables Network TWAIN. Enable* Enables Network TWAIN.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Purpose: To block data received from certain IP addresses through the wired network. You can set up to five IP addresses. The change becomes effective after the printer is turned off and then on again. Values: No. n / Address (n is 1–5.) Sets the IP address for Filter n. No. n / Mask (n is 1–5.) Sets the address mask for Filter n. No. n / Mode (n is 1– 5.) Off* Disables the IP Filter feature for Filter n.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Adobe Protocol Purpose: To set the PostScript communications protocol. Values: Auto* Sets the PostScript communications protocol automatically. Standard Sets the PostScript communications protocol to Standard. BCP Sets the PostScript communications protocol to BCP. TBCP Sets the PostScript communications protocol to TBCP. Binary Sets the PostScript communications protocol to Binary.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series DRPD Mode User’s Guide Before using the Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection (DRPD) option, a distinctive ring service must be installed on your telephone line by the telephone company. After the telephone company has provided a separate number for faxing with a distinctive ring pattern, configure the fax setup to monitor for that specific ring pattern.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Ring Tone Volume Purpose: To set the volume of the ring tone, which indicates that an incoming call is a telephone call through the internal speaker when Ans Select is set to TEL/FAX Mode. Values: Off Turns off the volume of the ring tone. Min Sets the volume of the ring tone to Min. Middle Sets the volume of the ring tone to Middle. Max* Sets the volume of the ring tone to Max. Line Type Purpose: To select the default line type. Values: PSTN* Uses PSTN.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Number of Redial Purpose: To specify the number of redial attempts to make when the destination fax number is busy, within the range of 0 to 9. If you enter 0, the printer will not redial. The default is 3. Redial Interval Purpose: To specify the interval between redial attempts within the range of 1 to 15 minutes. The default is 1 minute. Junk Fax Filter Purpose: To reject unwanted faxes by accepting faxes only from the fax numbers registered in the Phone Book.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Send Header Purpose: To print the information of the sender on the header of the faxes. Values: Off Does not print the sender’s information on the header of faxes. On* Prints the sender’s information on the header of faxes. Company Name Purpose: To set the sender name to be printed on the header on faxes. Your Fax Number Purpose: To set the fax number of the printer, which will be printed on the header of a fax message.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Pattern1–7 DRPD is a service provided by some telephone companies. DRPD Patterns are specified by your telephone company. The patterns provided with your printer are shown below: Pattern1 Pattern2 Pattern3 Pattern4* Pattern5 Pattern6 Pattern7 2-Sided Print Purpose: To set the duplex printing for fax. Values: Off* Does not perform duplex printing.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series On User’s Guide Performs duplex printing. Sent Fax Fwd Purpose: To set whether to forward incoming faxes to a specified destination. Values: Off* Does not forward incoming faxes. Forward Forwards incoming faxes to a specified destination. Prints incoming faxes if an error occurs during the transfer. Print & Forward Prints incoming faxes and also forwards them to a specified destination. Fwd.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Off* Prints excess images or text at the bottom of a fax page without discarding it. On Discards any excess images or text. Auto Reduction Automatically reduces a fax page to fit it onto the appropriate paper size. ECM Purpose: To set whether to enable or disable the Error Correction Mode (ECM). To use the ECM, the remote machines must also support the ECM. Values: Off Disables the ECM. On* Enables the ECM.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 9.6 Kbps 14.4 Kbps 33.6 Kbps* Region Purpose: To select the region where the printer is used. Fax Activity Purpose: To set whether to automatically print a fax activity report after every 50 incoming and outgoing fax communications. Values: Auto Print* Automatically prints a fax activity report after every 50 incoming and outgoing fax communications.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Print Always* Prints a broadcast report after every fax broadcast. Print On Error Prints a broadcast report only when an error occurs. Print Disable Does not print a broadcast report after a fax broadcast to multiple destinations. Fax Protocol Purpose: To set whether to print the protocol monitor report, which helps you identify the cause of a communication problem. Values: Print Always Prints a protocol monitor report after every fax transmission.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Adobe Protocol Purpose: To set the PostScript communications protocol. Values: Auto Sets the PostScript communications protocol automatically. Standard Sets the PostScript communications protocol to Standard. BCP Sets the PostScript communications protocol to BCP. TBCP* Sets the PostScript communications protocol to TBCP. Binary Sets the PostScript communications protocol to Binary.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Select a high value if your printer is in constant use. In most circumstances, this keeps the printer ready to operate with minimum warm-up time. Select a value between 5 and 30 minutes for power saver mode if you want a balance between energy consumption and a shorter warm-up period. The printer automatically returns to the standby mode from the power saver mode when it receives data from the computer or remote fax machine.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Disables the fault time-out. Off On* Sets the amount of time the printer waits before canceling a job that stops abnormally. 60sec* 3–300 sec. Job Time-out Purpose: To specify the amount of time the printer waits for data to arrive from the computer. The print job is cancelled if the time-out time is exceeded. Values: Disables the job time-out. Off On* Sets the time the printer waits for data to arrive from the computer. 30sec* 5–300 sec.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Alert Tone Purpose: To configure settings for tones emitted by the printer during operation or when a warning message appears. Values: Panel Select Tone Off* Does not emit a tone when the operator panel entry is correct. Soft Emits a tone when the operator panel entry is correct. Normal Loud Panel Alert Tone Off* Does not emit a tone when the operator panel entry is incorrect. Soft Emits a tone when the operator panel entry is incorrect.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Fault Tone Off Does not emit a tone when a job ends abnormally. Soft Emits a tone when a job ends abnormally. User’s Guide Normal* Loud Alert Tone Off Does not emit a tone when a problem occurs. Soft Emits a tone when a problem occurs. Normal* Loud Out of Paper Off Does not emit a tone when the printer runs out of paper. Soft Emits a tone when the printer runs out of paper. Normal* Loud Low Toner Off Does not emit a tone when a toner is low.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series All Tones Off Disables all the alert tones. Soft Sets the volume of all the alert tones at once. User’s Guide Normal* Loud mm / inch Purpose: To specify the default measurement unit displayed after the numeric value on the operator panel. Values: Millimeters (mm)* Selects millimeter as the default measurement unit. Inches (") Selects inch as the default measurement unit. Note: The default for mm/inch varies depending on other settings, such as Region and Document Size.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Off* Does not automatically print a job history report. On Automatically prints a job history report. The Job History report can also be printed using the Report/List menu. Print ID Purpose: To specify a location where the user ID is printed. Values: Off* Does not print the user ID. Top Left Prints the user ID on the top left of the page. Top Right Prints the user ID on the top right of the page.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Banner Sheet Note: Banner Sheet feature is available only when the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit is installed on the printer. Purpose: To specify the position of banner sheet, and also specify the tray in which the banner sheet is loaded. Values: Insert Position Specify Tray Off* Does not print the banner sheet. Front Inserted before the first page of every copy. Back Inserted after the last page of every copy.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Substitute Tray Purpose: Specifies whether to use paper of a different size when the paper that is loaded in the specified tray does not match the paper size settings for the current job. Values: Off* No tray size substitute accepted. Larger Size Substitutes paper of next largest size. When there is no larger paper size, the printer substitutes paper of nearest size. Nearest Size Substitutes paper of nearest size.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Disable* Does not print on both sides of letterhead. Enable Prints on both sides of letterhead. LowToner Alert Msg Purpose: To specify whether to show the alert message when the toner is low. Values: Off Does not show the alert message when the toner is low. On* Shows the alert message when the toner is low. Email From Field Purpose: To specify whether to enable editing of the transmission source when you use Scan to E-mail.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Server Phone Book Purpose: To specify whether to search the phone numbers from the Phone Book for the LDAP server. Values: Off* Does not search the phone numbers from the Phone Book for the LDAP server. On Searches the phone numbers from the Phone Book for the LDAP server. Note: You can search the phone numbers only from the local Phone Book when Server Phone Book is set to Off. Power On Wizard Purpose: To perform initial setup for the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Plain Lightweight Heavyweight* Labels Lightweight Heavyweight* Adjust BTR Purpose: To specify the transfer roller voltage adjustment for each paper type. The default settings may not give the best output on all paper types. If you see mottles on the print output, try to increase the voltage. If you see white spots on the print output, try to decrease the voltage. Note: The print quality changes depending on the setting values you select for this item.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series HW Gloss Card User’s Guide 0* -6 to +6 Adjust Fuser Purpose: To adjust the fusing temperature setting for each paper type. The default settings may not give the best output on all paper types. When the printed paper has curled, try to lower the temperature. When the toner does not fuse on the paper properly, try to increase the temperature. Note: The print quality changes depending on the setting values you select for this item.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Auto Regi Adjust Purpose: To specify whether to automatically perform color registration adjustment. Values: Off Does not automatically perform color registration adjustment. On* Automatically performs color registration adjustment. Adjust ColorRegi Purpose: To manually perform color registration adjustment. Manual Color Registration Adjustments are required when the printer is initially installed and after the printer is moved.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Enter Number LY -9 to +9 LM LC RY User’s Guide Sets lateral (perpendicular to paper feed direction) and process (paper feed direction) color adjustment values individually for Yellow, Magenta, and Cyan. Enter a number in order of lateral adjustment (left), lateral adjustment (right), and process adjustment. Press the button to save all the settings.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Cyan Black Yes Cleans the toner in the cyan toner cartridge. No* Does not clean the toner in the cyan toner cartridge. Yes Cleans the toner in the black toner cartridge. No* Does not clean the toner in the black toner cartridge. User’s Guide Drum Cartridge Refresh Purpose: To clean the surface of the drum cartridge. Values: Yes Cleans the surface of the drum cartridge. No* Does not clean the surface of the drum cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Init Print Meter Purpose: To initialize the print meter of the printer. When the print meter is initialized, the meter count is reset to zero. Reset Fuser Purpose: To initialize the Machine Control Unit life counter. Clear Storage Note: Clear Storage feature is available only when the 512 MB additional memory module is installed. Purpose: To clear all files stored as Secure Print, Sample Print, and Stored Print in the RAM disk.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Adjust Altitude Purpose: To specify the altitude of the location where the printer is installed. The discharge phenomenon for charging the photo conductor varies with barometric pressure. Adjustments are performed by specifying the altitude of the location where the printer is being used. Note: An incorrect altitude adjustment setting leads to problems such as poor printing quality and incorrect indication of remaining toner.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Change Password*1 0000–9999 *1 This item is available only when Panel User’s Guide Sets or changes the password required to access Admin Menu. Lock Set is set to Enable. Service Lock Note: Service Lock feature is available only when Panel Lock Set is set to Enable. Purpose: To specify whether to enable or disable each of the printer services, or to require a password to use the services.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Scan to Network Scan to USBMemory Print from USB User’s Guide Unlocked* Enables the Scan to Network service. Locked Disables the Scan to Network service. Password Locked Enables the Scan to Network service, but requires a password. Unlocked* Enables the Scan to USB Memory service. Locked Disables the Scan to USB Memory service. Password Locked Enables the Scan to USB Memory service, but requires a password. Unlocked* Enables the Print from USB service.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Purpose: To specify the number of error entry attempts allowed when you log in as an administrator in the Admin Menu and Report/List menu. Values: Does not allow an administrator to log in after one error entry attempt. Off* On 5 times* Sets the number of error entry attempts allowed when an administrator logs in. 1-10 Defaults Settings Use Defaults Settings to modify the defaults for the Copy, Scan, Fax, or Print from USB menu.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Tray 1* The paper is fed from the standard 250-sheet tray. Tray 2 The paper is fed from the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit. Manual Feed Slot The paper is fed from the single sheet feeder (SSF). Note: Tray 2 is available only when the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit is installed. Manual Feed Paper Size Purpose: To specify the paper size loaded in the SSF. Values: mm series A4 - 210x297mm *1 A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Letter - 8.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.5x14" A4 - 210x297mm *1 A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Executive - 7.25x10.5" Monarch Env. - 3.9x7.5" DL Env. - 110x220mm C5 Env. - 162x229mm #10 Env. - 4.1x9.5" *1 The default for Manual Feed Paper Size varies depending on country-specific factory. Note: For more information on supported paper sizes, see “Usable Print Media” on page 88. Manual Feed Paper Type Purpose: To specify the paper type loaded in the SSF.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Special Collated Purpose: To sort the copy job. Values: Off Does not sort the copy job. On Sorts the copy job. Auto* Automatically determines which output mode for the copy job. Reduce/Enlarge Purpose: To set the default copy reduction/enlargement ratio. Values: mm series 200% 141% A5 −> A4 122% A5 −> B5 100%* 81% B5 −> A5 70% A4 −> A5 50% inch series 200% 154% 129% 8.5x11" −> 8.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 78% 8.5x14" −> 8.5x11" 64% 50% Note: ❏ You can also use the numeric keypad to input the desired zoom ratio from 25% to 400%, or press button to enlarge the zoom ratio or press button to reduce the zoom ratio in 1% intervals. ❏ This item is available only when N-Up is set to Off or Manual. Document Size Purpose: To specify the default document size. Values: mm series Auto* A4 - 210x297mm A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Letter - 8.5x11" US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Executive - 7.25x10.5" Document Type Purpose: To select the copy image quality. Values: Text Suitable for documents with text. Mixed* Suitable for documents with both text and photos/gray tones. Photo Suitable for documents with photos. Lighten/Darken Purpose: To set the default copy density level. Values: Lighter3 Makes the copy lighter than the original. Works well with dark print.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Sharper Makes the copy sharper than the original. Normal* Does not make the copy sharper or softer than the original. Softer Makes the copy softer than the original. Color Saturation Purpose: To set the default color saturation level. Values: Higher Increases the color saturation to brighten the color of the copy. Normal* The color saturation is the same as the original. Lower Decreases the color saturation to lighten the color of the copy.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Color Balance Purpose: To specify the default color balance level within the range of -3 to +3. Values: Yellow Low Dens. 0* Sets the color balance level of low density yellow. -3 to +3 Yellow Med. Dens. 0* Sets the color balance level of medium density yellow. -3 to +3 Yellow High Dens. 0* Sets the color balance level of high density yellow. -3 to +3 Magen. Low Dens. 0* Sets the color balance level of low density magenta. -3 to +3 Magen. Med. Dens.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Black High Dens. User’s Guide Sets the color balance level of high density black. 0* -3 to +3 2-Sided Purpose: To print on both sides of a sheet of paper. Values: 1−>1-Sided* Prints on one side of a sheet of paper. Long Edge Binding Prints on both sides of a sheet of paper to be bound by long edge. Short Edge Binding Prints on both sides of a sheet of paper to be bound by short edge. N-Up Purpose: To print two original pages to fit onto one sheet of paper.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Margin Left/Right Purpose: To specify the value of the left and right margins. Values: 4 mm*/0.2 inch* Specify the value in increments of 1 mm/0.1 inch. 0-50 mm/0.0-2.0 inch Margin Middle Purpose: To specify the value of the middle margin. Values: 0 mm*/0.0 inch* Specify the value in increments of 1 mm/0.1 inch. 0-50 mm/0.0-2.0 inch Scan Defaults To modify the defaults for the Scan menu.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide File Format Purpose: To specify the file format to save the scanned image. Values: PDF MultiPageTIFF TIFF JPEG Color Purpose: To specify whether to scan in color or black and white. Values: Black & White Scans in black and white. Color* Scans in color. Color Button Set Purpose: To specify the default background suppression level.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Resolution Purpose: To specify the default scan resolution. Values: 200 × 200 dpi* 300 × 300 dpi 400 × 400 dpi 600 × 600 dpi Document Size Purpose: To specify the default document size. Values: mm series A4 - 210x297mm*1 A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Letter - 8.5x11" US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.5x14" Executive - 7.25x10.5" *1 The default for Document Size varies depending on country-specific factory default. inch series Letter - 8.5x11"*1 US Folio - 8.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Executive - 7.25x10.5" *1 The default for Document Size varies depending on country-specific factory default. Lighten/Darken Purpose: To set the default scan density level. Values: Lighter3 Makes the scanned image lighter than the original. Works well with dark print. Lighter2 Lighter1 Normal* Works well with standard typed or printed documents. Darker1 Makes the scanned image darker than the original.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Higher Adjusts the amount of colors to make the contrast of colors darker than the original. Normal* Does not adjust the amount of colors to make the contrast of colors darker or lighter than the original. Lower Adjusts the amount of colors to make the contrast of colors lighter than the original. Auto Exposure Purpose: To suppress the background of the original to enhance text on the scanned image. Values: Off Does not suppress the background.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: 2 mm*/0.1 inch* Specify the value in increments of 1 mm/0.1 inch. 0-50 mm/0.0-2.0 inch Margin Left/Right Purpose: To specify the value of the left and right margins. Values: 2 mm*/0.1 inch* Specify the value in increments of 1 mm/0.1 inch. 0-50 mm/0.0-2.0 inch Margin Middle Purpose: To specify the value of the middle margin. Values: 0 mm*/0.0 inch* Specify the value in increments of 1 mm/0.1 inch. 0-50 mm/0.0-2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Higher Sets the image compression level to Higher. Normal* Sets the image compression level to Normal. Lower Sets the image compression level to Lower. Max Email Size Purpose: To specify the maximum size of e-mail that can be sent, within the range of 50 K bytes to 16384 K bytes. The default is 2048 K bytes. Fax Defaults Purpose: To modify the defaults for the Fax menu.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: Faxes scanned in the Super Fine mode transmit at the highest resolution supported by the receiving device. Lighten/Darken Purpose: To adjust the density to make the copy lighter or darker than the original. Values: Lighter3 Works well with dark print. Lighter2 Lighter1 Normal* Works well with standard typed or printed documents. Darker1 Works well with light print or faint pencil markings.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Print from USB Defaults To modify the defaults for the Print from USB menu. Print from USB Defaults allows you to configure the following items in addition to the items under the Print from USB menu. Note: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. Color Purpose: To specify whether to print in black and white or in color. Values: Black & White Prints in black and white. Color* Prints in color.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: mm series A4 - 210x297mm*1 A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Letter - 8.5x11" US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.5x14" *1 The default for Manual Feed Paper Size varies depending on country-specific factory. inch series Letter - 8.5x11"*1 US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.5x14" A4 - 210x297mm A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm *1 The default for Manual Feed Paper Size varies depending on country-specific factory.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Envelope Letterhead LW Gloss Card HW Gloss Card Hole Punched Colored Special 2-Sided Purpose: To print on both sides of a sheet of paper. Values: 1−>1-Sided* Prints on one side of a sheet of paper. Long Edge Binding Prints on both sides of a sheet of paper to be bound by long edge. Short Edge Binding Prints on both sides of a sheet of paper to be bound by short edge. Layout Purpose: To specify the output layout.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Enter PDF Password Enter the password to print the secure PDF job. Tray Settings Use the Tray Settings menu to define the print media loaded in the standard 250-sheet tray and the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit. Note: Values marked by an asterisk (*) are the factory default menu settings. Tray 1 Purpose: To specify the paper loaded in the standard 250-sheet tray.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Paper Size mm series A4 - 210x297mm*1 A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Letter - 8.5x11" US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.5x14" Executive - 7.25x10.5" Monarch Env. - 3.9x7.5" Monarch Env. L - 7.5x3.9" DL Env. - 110x220mm DL Env. L - 220x110mm C5 Env. - 162x229mm #10 Env. - 4.1x9.5" New Custom Size Portrait(Y) 297 mm* 127 - 355 mm Landscape(X) 210 mm* 77 - 215 mm Specifies the length of the custom size paper. Specifies the width of the custom size paper.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series inch series User’s Guide Letter - 8.5x11"*1 US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.5x14" A4 - 210x297mm A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Executive - 7.25x10.5" Monarch Env. - 3.9x7.5" Monarch Env. L - 7.5x3.9" DL Env. - 110x220mm DL Env. L - 220x110mm C5 Env. - 162x229mm #10 Env. - 4.1x9.5" New Custom Size 11.7 inch* Portrait (Y) 5.0-14.0 inches Landscape (X) 8.3 inch* 3.0-8.5 inches Specifies the length of the custom size paper. Specifies the width of the custom size paper.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Paper Type User’s Guide Plain* Light Card Heavy Card Envelope Labels Letterhead LW Gloss Card HW Gloss Card Hole Punched Colored Special Display Screen *1 The default for Paper Off Does not display a popup that prompts to set Paper Type and Paper Size when paper is loaded in the standard 250-sheet tray. On* Displays a popup that prompts to set Paper Type and Paper Size when paper is loaded in the standard 250-sheet tray.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Values: Paper Size mm series A4 - 210x297mm*1 A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Letter - 8.5x11" US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.5x14" Executive - 7.25x10.5" inch series Letter - 8.5x11"*1 US Folio - 8.5x13" Legal - 8.5x14" A4 - 210x297mm A5 - 148x210mm B5 - 182x257mm Executive - 7.25x10.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Panel Language Purpose: To determine the language of the text on the operator panel screen. Values: English Français Italiano Deutsch Español Nederlands Português Pусский Türkçe Traditional Chinese Korean Panel Lock Function This feature prevents unauthorized users from changing settings made by the administrator. However, you can select settings for individual print jobs using the print driver. Enabling the Panel Lock 1. Press the System button. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 5. Select Panel Lock Set, and then press the 6. Select Enable, and then press the User’s Guide button. button. 7. Enter the new password, and then press the button. 8. Re-enter the password to confirm the password that you entered, and then press the button. Note: ❏ The factory-default panel password is 0000. ❏ Be sure to remember the password. The procedure described below allows you to reset the password, but the settings for Address Book and Phone Book are cleared.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Limiting Access to Copy, Fax, Scan, and Print from USB Operations Enabling the Copy Lock, Fax Lock, Scan Lock, and Print from USB Lock options limits access to copy, fax, scan, and print from USB operations by requiring a password to be entered before copying, scanning, faxing, or printing. Taking Fax Lock as an example, the following procedure explains how to enable or disable the option.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Setting the Power Saver Timer Option You can set the power saver timer for the printer. The printer switches to the Power Saver mode after the specified time. To set the power saver timer: 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Admin Menu, and then press the button. 3. Select System Settings, and then press the button. 4. Select Power Saver Timer, and then press the button. 5. Select Low Power Timer or Sleep Timer, and then press the 6. Press the button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The printer restarts automatically to apply the settings. Using the Numeric Keypad to Enter Characters As you perform various tasks, you may need to enter names and numbers. For example, when you set up your printer, you enter your name or your company name and telephone number. When you store speed or group dial numbers, you may also need to enter the corresponding names.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Key Assigned Numbers, Letters or Characters 5 jklJKL5 6 mnoMNO6 7 pqrsPQRS7 8 tuvTUV8 9 wxyzWXYZ9 0 0 * @._- # (space) \ & ( ) User’s Guide Changing Numbers or Names If you make a mistake while entering a number or name, press the Clear All button to delete the last digit or character. Then enter the correct number or character.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Clearing Jams Careful selection of appropriate print media and proper loading allow you to avoid most jams. See Also: ❏ “About Print Media” on page 86 ❏ “Supported Print Media” on page 88 Note: Before buying large quantities of any print media, it is recommended that you try a sample first. Avoiding Jams ❏ Use only recommended print media.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ Push the tray in firmly after loading. ❏ Ensure that all cables that connect to the printer are correctly attached. ❏ Overtightening the guides may cause jams. ❏ Wipe the feed roll in the tray or SSF with a cloth that is slightly dampened with water if jams caused by misfeeding paper occur frequently.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The following illustration shows where paper jams may occur along the print media path. 1 2 7 6 3 5 1 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 2 Optional Duplex Unit 3 Fuser Unit 4 Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit 5 Single Sheet Feeder (SSF) 6 Standard 250-Sheet Tray 7 Front Cover 4 Clearing Paper Jams From the ADF When a document jams while it passes through the ADF, remove the jam in the following procedure.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Important: Protect the drums of the drum cartridge against bright light. If the front cover remains open for more than 5 minutes, print quality may deteriorate. 1. Remove the remaining documents from the ADF. If the document is jammed in the paper feed area: a Open the ADF cover. b Lift the release lever 90 degrees and remove the jammed document by carefully pulling the document in the direction of the arrow shown in the following illustration.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide c Remove the ADF pickup module and remove the document by gently pulling the document in the direction of the arrow shown in the following illustration. d Insert the ADF pickup module and press down the release lever.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide e Remove the jammed document from the document output tray. f Close the ADF cover, and then load the documents back into the document feeder tray. Note: Ensure that you adjust the document guides before printing a Legal-size document. 2. If you cannot remove the jammed document from the document output tray or cannot find any jammed document there, open the document cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Remove the document from the ADF feed roller or the feed area by carefully pulling the document in the direction of the arrow shown in the following illustration. 4. Close the document cover, and then load the documents back into the document feeder tray. Clearing Paper Jams From the SSF Important: Protect the drums of the drum cartridge against bright light. If the front cover remains open for more than 5 minutes, print quality may deteriorate.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: To resolve the error displayed on the LCD panel, you must clear all print media from the print media path. 1. Pull the jammed paper out of the SSF. If you cannot remove the jammed paper or cannot find any jammed paper there, go to the next step to remove the jammed paper from the inside of the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Remove the standard 250-sheet tray from the printer, and then pull out the jammed paper remaining inside the printer. If you cannot remove the jammed paper or cannot find any jammed paper there, go to the next step to remove the jammed paper from the inside of the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Push the side button to open the front cover. 4. Open the belt unit until it stops and remove the jammed paper. Confirm that there are no scraps of paper remaining inside the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Close the belt unit, and push at the top of the unit until it clicks. 6. Close the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 7. Insert the standard 250-sheet tray into the printer, and push until it stops. Important: Do not use excessive force on the tray. Doing so could damage the tray or the inside of the printer. Clearing Paper Jams From the Standard 250-Sheet Tray Important: Protect the drums of the drum cartridge against bright light. If the front cover remains open for more than 5 minutes, print quality may deteriorate.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 1. Pull the standard 250-sheet tray out of the printer carefully. Hold the tray with both hands, lift the front slightly, and remove it from the printer. 2. Remove all the jammed and/or creased paper from the tray. 3. Pull the jammed paper out carefully to avoid tearing it. If you cannot remove the paper, go to the next step to remove the jammed paper from the inside of the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. Push the side button to open the front cover. 5. Open the belt unit until it stops and remove the jammed paper. Confirm that there are no scraps of paper remaining inside the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Close the belt unit, and push at the top of the unit until it clicks. 7. Close the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 8. Insert the standard 250-sheet tray into the printer, and push until it stops. Important: Do not use excessive force on the tray. Doing so could damage the tray or the inside of the printer. Clearing Paper Jams From the Fuser Unit Important: ❏ Ensure nothing touches or scratches the surface (black-colored film) of the belt unit. Scratches, dirt, or oil from your hands on the film of the belt unit may reduce print quality.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Push the side button to open the front cover. 3. Open the belt unit.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. Lift the levers at both ends of the fuser unit, and remove the jammed paper. If you are still unable to remove the paper, go to the next step. c Caution: The fuser unit is hot. Do not touch it, doing so may cause burns. 5. Open the cover of the fuser unit and remove the jammed paper.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Close the cover of the fuser unit and press down the levers at both ends of the fuser unit. 7. Confirm that there are no scraps of paper remaining inside the printer, and then close the belt unit.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 8. Close the front cover. Clearing Paper Jams From the Optional Duplex Unit Note: To resolve the error displayed on the LCD panel, you must clear all print media from the print media path. 1. Push the side button to open the front cover. 2. Open the cover of the optional duplex unit.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Remove the jammed paper from the optional duplex unit. 4. Close the cover of the optional duplex unit. 5. Close the front cover. Clearing Paper Jams From the Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit Note: To resolve the error displayed on the LCD panel, you must clear all print media from the print media path. 1. Pull the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit out of the printer carefully. Hold the cassette unit with both hands, and remove it from the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Note: Paper in the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit feeds to the printer from the front of the standard 250-sheet tray, therefore paper jammed in the standard 250-sheet tray can block the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit in the printer, preventing you from opening it. Look for the jammed paper sequentially, starting with the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit. 2. Remove all jammed and/or creased paper from the cassette unit.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Pull the jammed paper out carefully to avoid tearing it. If you cannot remove the paper, go to the next step to remove the jammed paper from the inside of the printer. 4. Push the side button to open the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Open the belt unit until it stops and remove the jammed paper. Confirm that there are no scraps of paper remaining inside the printer. 6. Close the belt unit, and push at the top of the unit until it clicks.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 7. Close the front cover. Note: If the paper jam message is not cleared after you close the front cover, pull out the standard 250-sheet tray and check if there is a jammed paper in the opening of the tray. 8. Insert the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit into the printer, and push until it stops. Important: Do not use excessive force on the tray. Doing so could damage the tray or the inside of the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Jam Problems Standard 250-Sheet Tray Misfeed Jam Problem Action Print media misfeeds occur in the standard 250-sheet tray. Ensure that the standard 250-sheet tray is properly inserted. If the problem persists, verify that the correct print media is being used. Verify that the correct print media is being used. See Also: “Usable Print Media” on page 88 If not, use the print media recommended for the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide SSF Misfeed Jam Problem Action Print media misfeeds occur in the SSF. Ensure that the SSF is properly inserted. If the problem persists, verify that the correct print media is being used. Verify that the correct print media is being used. See Also: “Usable Print Media” on page 88 If not, use the print media recommended for the printer. If the problem persists, ensure that the print media is not damp. Ensure that the print media is not curled.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit Misfeed Jam Problem Action Print media misfeeds occur in the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit. Ensure that the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit is properly inserted. If the problem persists, ensure that the side cover is closed. Ensure that the side cover is closed. If the problem persists, verify that the correct print media is being used. Verify that the correct print media is being used.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Regi Jam (Exit Sensor On JAM) Problem Action Regi jam (Exit Sensor On JAM) occurs. Ensure that the drum cartridge is installed correctly. If the problem persists, replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge as instructed in “Replacing the Drum Cartridge” on page 403. Replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge as instructed in “Replacing the Drum Cartridge” on page 403.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide SSF Multi-feed Jam Problem Action Print media multiple feeds occur in the SSF. Ensure that the media type you are using. If using coated paper, load coated paper one sheet at a time. If using other type of print media, use print media that is not dump. Load coated paper one sheet at a time. If the problem persists, fan the print media. Use print media that is not dump. If the problem persists, fan the print media. Fan the print media.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Display Problems Problem Action After the printer is turned on, the display on the LCD panel is blank, keeps showing Please wait..., or the back light is not lit. Turn off the printer, wait for 10 seconds, and turn on the printer. Self Test Message appears on the LCD panel. When the test is completed, Ready is displayed. Menu settings changed from the operator panel have no effect.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action Print media misfeeds or multiple feeds occur in the standard 250-sheet tray or SSF. Ensure that the print media you are using meets the specifications for your printer. See Also: “Usable Print Media” on page 88 Fan the print media before loading it in the standard 250-sheet tray. Ensure that the print media is loaded correctly. Ensure that the width and length guides of the print media sources are adjusted correctly.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Problem Action Cannot print from the standard 250-sheet tray because the print media in the tray is curled. Load the print media into the SSF. User’s Guide Print Quality Problems Note: In this section, some procedures use the operator panel or EpsonNet Config.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action The output is too light. The toner cartridges may be low or need to be replaced. Confirm the amount of toner in each toner cartridge. 1. Check the toner level in the Printer Status window. 2. Replace the toner cartridges as necessary. If the problem persists, disable Draft Mode in the print driver. Disable Draft Mode in the print driver. The following procedure uses the PCL 6 driver as an example. 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Toner Smears or Print Comes Off Problem Action Toner smears or print comes off. The print media surface may be uneven. Try changing the Paper Type setting in the print driver. For example, change the plain paper to heavy using a PCL 6 driver. 1. On the Paper / Output tab, change the Paper Type setting. If the problem persists, verify that the correct print media is being used. Verify that the correct print media is being used.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Random Spots/Blurred Images Problem Action The printed result has random spots or is blurred. Ensure that the toner cartridges are installed correctly. See Also: “Installing a Toner Cartridge” on page 401 If the problem persists, ensure that the drum cartridge is installed correctly. Ensure that the drum cartridge is installed correctly.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action The entire output is blank. The toner cartridges may be low or need to be replaced. Confirm the amount of toner in each toner cartridge. 1. Check the toner level in the Printer Status window. 2. Replace the toner cartridges as necessary. If the problem persists, disable Draft Mode in the print driver. Disable Draft Mode in the print driver. The following procedure uses the PCL 6 driver as an example. 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Streaks Appear on the Output Problem Action Streaks appear on the output. The toner cartridges may be low or need to be replaced. Confirm the amount of toner in each toner cartridge. 1. Check the toner level in the Printer Status window. 2. Replace the toner cartridges as necessary. If the problem persists, replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge. Replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action Part or the entire output is black. Ensure Output Color is set to Color in the print driver. The following procedure uses the PCL 6 driver as an example. 1. On the Image Options tab, ensure that the Output Color is set to Color. If the problem persists, replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge. Replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Vertical Blanks Problem Action The printed result has vertical blanks. Ensure the light path is not covered. 1. Remove the drum cartridge, and keep it in the dark place. See Also: “Replacing the Drum Cartridge” on page 403 2. Check the light path, and then remove the shielding. 3. Re-install the drum cartridge. See Also: “Installing the Drum Cartridge” on page 407 If the problem persists, replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Mottle Problem Action The printed result has mottled appearance. Verify that the print media recommended for the printer is being used. If you use non-recommended print media, use the print media recommended for the printer. If the problem persists, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer. Adjust the transfer bias. 1. On the operator panel, press the System button and select Admin Menu — Maintenance — Adjust BTR. 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Problem Action The printed result has ghosting. If the type of the ghosting is positive ghost: User’s Guide Replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge. See Also: ❏ “Replacing the Drum Cartridge” on page 403 ❏ “Installing the Drum Cartridge” on page 407 If the problem persists, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Problem Action The printed result has light-induced fatigue pattern. Replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge. User’s Guide See Also: ❏ “Replacing the Drum Cartridge” on page 403 ❏ “Installing the Drum Cartridge” on page 407 If the problem persists, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer. Fog Problem Action The printed result is foggy. Replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Problem Action Bead-Carry-Out (BCO) is happening. Replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge. User’s Guide See Also: ❏ “Replacing the Drum Cartridge” on page 403 ❏ “Installing the Drum Cartridge” on page 407 If the problem persists, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action The printed result has jagged characters. Set Screen to Fineness in the print driver. The following procedure uses the PCL 6 driver as an example. 1. On the Advanced Settings tab, set Screen under Items: to Fineness. If the problem persists, set Image Quality to High Quality in the print driver. Set Image Quality to High Quality in the print driver. The following procedure uses the PCL 6 driver as an example. 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Problem Action The printed result has banding. Replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge. User’s Guide See Also: ❏ “Replacing the Drum Cartridge” on page 403 ❏ “Installing the Drum Cartridge” on page 407 If the problem persists, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer. Auger Mark Problem Action The printed result has auger mark. Replace the drum cartridge if you have a spare cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action The output is wrinkled. Verify that the correct print media is being used. The output is stained. If excessive wrinkles occur, use paper or other media from a new package. See Also: ❏ “Usable Print Media” on page 88 ❏ “About Print Media” on page 86 If not, use the print media recommended for the printer. If the problem with printing on an envelope persists, check the wrinkle of the envelope.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Damage on the Leading Edge of Paper Problem Action The output is damaged on its leading edge. When using the SSF, reverse the paper and then try again. If the problem persists, change the paper with another one and then try again. When using the standard 250-sheet tray or optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit, change the paper and then try again. If the problem persists, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Problem Action The top and side margins are incorrect. Ensure that the margins are set correctly on the application being used. User’s Guide If the problem persists, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer. Color Registration Is out of Alignment Problem Action Color registration is out of alignment. Execute auto color registration adjustment. 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Protrudent/Bumpy Paper Problem Action Printed surface got protrudent/bumpy. Clean up the fuser unit. 1. Load one sheet of paper on the SSF, and then print a solid image all over paper. 2. Load the printed sheet with the side to be printed on facing down, and then print a blank sheet of paper. If the problem persists, contact the Epson local representative office or an authorised dealer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Copy Quality Problems Problem Action There are lines or streaks in copies made from the ADF. There is debris on the ADF glass. When scanning, the paper from the ADF passes over the debris creating lines or streaks. Clean the ADF glass with a lint free cloth. See Also: “Cleaning the Scanner” on page 385 There are spots in copies taken from the document glass. There is debris on the document glass. When scanning, the debris creates a spot on the image.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Performing Auto Adjust Auto Adjust allows you to correct the color registration automatically. The Operator Panel 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Admin Menu, and then press the 3. Select Maintenance, and then press the button. button. 4. Select Adjust ColorRegi, and then press the 5. Select Auto Adjust, and then press the 6. Select Yes, and then press the button. button. button. Auto adjust is performed. Printing the Color Registration Chart 1.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide The Chart 1 is used to adjust the color registration for the fast scan direction, which is vertical to paper feed direction. The Chart 2 is used to adjust the color registration for the slow scan direction, which is horizontal to paper feed direction. The following sections explain how to determine the adjustment values for the fast scan and the slow scan using Chart 1 and Chart 2.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Entering Values * Lattice pattern Using the operator panel, enter the values found in the color registration chart to make adjustments. 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Admin Menu, and then press the 3. Select Maintenance, and then press the button. button. 4. Select Adjust ColorRegi, and then press the 5. Select Enter Number, and then press the button. button. 6. Ensure that LY=, LM=, and LC= appear. 7.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 9. Ensure that RY=, RM=, and RC= appear. 10. Press the or button to specify the values for RY, RM, and RC. Note: To move the cursor to the next value, press the 11. Press the button. button. 12. Ensure that PY=, PM=, and PC= appear. 13. Press the or button to specify the values for PY, PM, and PC. Note: To move the cursor to the next value, press the 14. Press the button. button. 15. Select Color Regi Chart, and then press the 16.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Problem Action No dial tone sounds. Check that the phone line is connected properly. User’s Guide See Also: “Connecting the Telephone Line” on page 190 Check that the phone socket in the wall is working by plugging in another phone. The numbers stored in the memory do not dial correctly. Ensure that the numbers are stored in the memory correctly. Print an Address Book list. The document does not feed into the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action There are lines on the documents you send. Check your scan glass for marks and clean it. The printer dials a number, but the connection with another fax machine fails. The other fax machine may be turned off, out of paper, or cannot answer incoming calls. Speak with the other machine operator and ask her/him to sort out the problem. Documents are not stored in the memory. There may not be enough memory to store the document.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Scanning Problems Problem Action The scanner does not work. Ensure that you place the document to be scanned facing down from the document glass, or facing up in the ADF. There may not be enough available memory to hold the document you want to scan. Try the Prescan function to see if that works. Try lowering the scan resolution rate. Check that the USB or Ethernet cable is connected properly. Ensure that the USB or Ethernet cable is not defective.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Problem Action Document misfeeds or multiple feeds occur in the ADF. Check whether the ADF Pickup Module is installed properly. User’s Guide Ensure the document’s paper type meets the specifications for the printer. See Also: “Usable Print Media” on page 88 Check whether the document is properly loaded in the ADF. Ensure that the document guides are adjusted properly. Ensure that the number of document sheets do not exceed the maximum capacity of the ADF.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action The printer does not properly transfer scan data to a specified destination via the Scan to E-mail or Scan to Network feature. Check if the following settings have been set correctly on the EpsonNet Config.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problems With Installed Optional Accessories Problem Action The optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit does not work correctly. Ensure that the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit is correctly installed on the printer. Re-install the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action The scan driver has not been registered on your computer and cannot be accessed from Express Scan Manager. Install the scan driver. If the scan driver is installed, uninstalled it and then re-install it. After the installation of the scan driver is completed, re-install the Express Scan Manager. Failed to scan your document on the printer via Express Scan Manager. Ensure that your computer and the printer is properly connected with the USB cable.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Problem Action No Documents is displayed on the LCD panel when you are selecting a file for Print from USB Memory feature. Confirm that there are files with the supported file formats (PDF, TIFF, or JPEG) in the USB storage device. If the target file is in a deep hierarchy in the USB storage device, move the file to the root directory on your computer. Shorten the target file name in the USB storage device on your computer, and try printing again.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Message What You Can Do Certificate Fail Contact your system administrator. User’s Guide Error 016-404 Contact Administer Restart Printer Certificate Fail Error 016-405 Contact Administer Restart Printer Erase Flash Error Error 016-500 Turn off the printer, and turn it on again. Contact customer support if this failure is repeated.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do Email Login Error Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if SMTP server or POP server is set. Error 016-506 Press Ok Button Email Login Error SMTP Login Failed Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if user name and password used for SMTP server are set correctly. Error 016-507 Press Ok Button Certificate Fail Contact your system administrator.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do Out of Memory The file size exceeds the maximum for the printer to process. Print the file from your computer. Job too Large Error 016-718 Press Ok Button PDL Error Error 016-720 The file format is not supported by the USB storage device. Print the file from your computer. Press Ok Button Format Error Error 016-737 Turn off the printer, and turn it on again. Contact customer support if this failure is repeated.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Message What You Can Do Disabled Function The function cannot be used. Contact your system administrator. User’s Guide Error 016-758 Press Ok Button Limit Exceeded Printable page limit is exceeded. Contact your system administrator. Error 016-759 Press Ok Button Network Scan Error SMTP Connection Failed Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Contact SMTP server administrator.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Message What You Can Do USB Memory Error Press the User’s Guide button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. USB Memory was removed. Error 016-791 Press Ok Button Invalid Job Error 016-799 Press the button to clear the message and cancel the current print job. Confirm the configuration of the printer on the print driver. Press Ok Button USB Host Error The device is not supported. Remove it from the USB port.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do IPv6 Duplicate Change IP address to avoid duplication. Turn off the printer, and turn it on again. Change IP Address IPv4 Duplicate Change IP Address SMB Login Error Error 031-521 Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Confirm login-able computer with your system administrator. Press Ok Button SMB Login Error Error 031-522 Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do SMB Error Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if the printer can communicate via network with the forwarding destination SMB server. For example, check the following: Server Not Found Error 031-528 ❏ Connection of a network cable Press Ok Button ❏ TCP/IP setting ❏ Communication with Port 137 (UDP), 138 (UDP), and 139 (TCP).
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do SMB Error Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if other user is not operating file in storage location you specified. File Delete Error Error 031-535 Press Ok Button SMB Error Folder Delete Error Error 031-536 Press Ok Button SMB Error Disk Full Error Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if storage location has free space.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do SMB Login Error Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check necessity of password change with your system administrator. Error 031-545 Press Ok Button SMB Login Error Error 031-546 Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Contact your system administrator for the destination server settings.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do FTP Login Error Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if login name (user name) and password are correct. Error 031-578 Press Ok Button FTP Error 'Scan to' Folder Not Found Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if storage location is correct.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do FTP Error Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if storage location has free space. Write Error Error 031-588 Press Ok Button FTP Error TYPE Command Error Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Try the same operation again. Contact customer support if this failure is repeated.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do No Answer Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if the telephone line cord is connected properly. If the line connection is correct, check the following: Check Line Connection Error 034-791 Press Ok Button If Tone/Pulse setting is correct. Note: For more information on Tone/Pulse setting, see “Dialing Type” on page 245.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do Target Fax Busy Press the button, or wait for 30 seconds for the printer to recover. Check if the remote machine is busy. Error 035-781 Press Ok Button Printer Overheated Wait for a while until the printer cools down. Error 042-700 Wait for printer to cool down Jam at Tray 1 Check Tray 1. Remove the standard 250-sheet tray and jammed paper. Open and close the front cover. Open/Close Front Cover. Press Ok Button Press the button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do Jam at Manual Feed Slot Pull the jammed paper out of the SSF. Open and close the front cover. Remove Paper from Manual Feed Slot. Open/Close Front Cover. Reseat Paper in Pull the paper out of the SSF. Reload the paper in the SSF. the Manual Feed Slot Duplexer Error Error 077-215 Turn off the printer. Confirm that the optional duplex unit is correctly installed, and turn on the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do Insert Open the front cover, and make sure that the drum cartridge is fully installed. Drum Cartridge CTD Sensor Clean the CTD sensor. Replace Soon CTD Sensor Error Restart Printer Low Yellow Density. Remove Yellow Toner, Remove and shake the yellow cartridge. Contact customer support if this failure is repeated. Shake Cartridge, and Reinstall. Low Magenta Density. Remove Magenta Toner, Remove and shake the magenta cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do M - CRUM Error Turn off the printer. Confirm the magenta cartridge is correctly installed, and turn on the printer. Contact customer support if this failure is repeated. Error 093-951 Restart Printer C - CRUM Error Error 093-952 Turn off the printer. Confirm the cyan cartridge is correctly installed, and turn on the printer. Contact customer support if this failure is repeated.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Message What You Can Do IIT Parameter Error Turn off the printer, and turn it on again. Contact customer support if this failure is repeated. Error 117-361 Reset IIT Parameter Contacting Service When you call for printer service, be prepared to describe the problem you are experiencing or the error message on the LCD panel. You need to know the model type and serial number of your printer. See the label located inside the side cover of your printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Non-Genuine Mode When toner within a toner cartridge is end of its service life, the Replace XXXX Print Cartridge (XXXX: Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, or Black) message appears. When you want to use the printer in Non-Genuine mode, program the mode and replace the toner cartridge. Important: If you use the printer in the Non-Genuine mode, the performance of the printer may not be at its optimum.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Chapter 11 Maintenance Cleaning the Printer This section describes how to clean the printer in order to maintain it in good condition and print clean printouts all the time. w Warning: When cleaning this product, use the designated cleaning materials exclusive to it. Other cleaning materials may result in poor performance of the product. Never use aerosol cleaners, or it may catch fire and cause explosion.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Open the document cover. 3. Wipe the surface of the document glass and automatic document feeder (ADF) glass until they are clean and dry. 4 1 2 3 1 White Sheet Note: Handle with care.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series 2 White Document Cover 3 Document Glass 4 ADF Glass User’s Guide 4. Wipe the underside of the white document cover and white sheet until they are clean and dry. 5. Close the document cover. Cleaning the ADF Feed Roller Keep the ADF feed roller clean to ensure the best possible copies. Clean the ADF feed roller regularly.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 1. Open the ADF cover. 2. Wipe the ADF feed roller with a dry soft lint-free cloth or paper towel until it is clean. If the ADF feed roller gets soiled with ink stains, paper from the ADF may also be soiled. In this case, slightly dampen a soft lint-free cloth or paper towel with a neutral detergent or water, and then remove the contamination from the ADF feed roller until it is clean and dry.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Pull the standard 250-sheet tray out of the printer about 200 mm. Hold the standard 250-sheet tray with both hands, and remove it from the printer. 3. Push the side button to open the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. Open the belt unit. 5. Turn the four drum cartridge lock levers 90-degrees counterclockwise.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Hold the drum cartridge levers, and then pull out the drum cartridge. * drum cartridge lever Note: Keep the drum cartridge in a dark place. If the front cover remains open for more than 5 minutes, print quality may deteriorate.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 7. Clean the feed roll inside the printer with a dry cloth. 8. Insert the drum cartridge until the line on the handle aligns with the white line on the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 9. Turn the four drum cartridge lock levers 90-degrees clockwise to lock the drum cartridge. 10. Close the belt unit, and push at the top of the unit until it clicks.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 11. Close the front cover. 12. Insert the standard 250-sheet tray into the printer, and push until it stops. Important: Do not use excessive force on the tray. Doing so could damage the tray or the inside of the printer. Cleaning the Color Toner Density (CTD) Sensor Clean the Color Toner Density (CTD) sensor only when an alert for the CTD sensor is shown on the Printer Status window or operator panel. 1. Turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Pull the standard 250-sheet tray out of the printer about 200 mm. Hold the standard 250-sheet tray with both hands, and remove it from the printer. 3. Push the side button to open the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. Open the belt unit. 5. Clean the CTD sensor inside the printer with a clean dry cotton swab.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Close the belt unit, and push at the top of the unit until it clicks. 7. Close the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 8. Insert the standard 250-sheet tray into the printer, and push until it stops. Important: Do not use excessive force on the tray. Doing so could damage the tray or the inside of the printer. Replacing Toner Cartridges Epson toner cartridges are available only through Epson. It is recommended that you use Epson toner cartridges for your printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series c User’s Guide Caution: ❏ Keep toner cartridges out of the reach of children. If a child accidentally swallows toner, spit it out, rinse mouth with water, drink water and consult a physician immediately. ❏ When replacing toner cartridges, be careful not to spill the toner. In case of any toner spills, avoid contact with clothes, skin, eyes and mouth as well as inhalation. ❏ If toner spills onto your skin or clothing, wash it off with soap and water.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Removing the Toner Cartridges 1. Open the side cover. 2. Push the latch(es) backwards to pop open the toner cartridge(s) that you want to replace. 3. Pull the cartridge holder until it clicks, and then pull out the toner cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Important: Always pull the toner cartridge out slowly so you do not spill any toner. Installing a Toner Cartridge 1. Unpack a new toner cartridge of the desired color and shake it five to six times to distribute the toner evenly. Note: ❏ Ensure that the color of the new toner cartridge matches that on the handle before replacing it. ❏ Handle the toner cartridge carefully to avoid spilling of the toner.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Insert the toner cartridge into the associated cartridge holder, and then slide the latch of the toner cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Close the side cover. Replacing the Drum Cartridge This section describes how to replace the drum cartridge. Important: ❏ Protect the drums of the drum cartridge against bright light. If the front cover remains open for more than 5 minutes, print quality may deteriorate. ❏ Ensure nothing touches or scratches the surface (black-colored film) of the belt unit. Scratches, dirt, or oil from your hands on the film of the belt unit may reduce print quality.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Removing the Drum Cartridge 1. Pull the standard 250-sheet tray out of the printer about 200 mm. Hold the standard 250-sheet tray with both hands, and remove it from the printer. 2. Push the side button to open the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Open the belt unit. 4. Turn the four drum cartridge lock levers 90-degrees counterclockwise.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Hold the drum cartridge levers, and then pull out the drum cartridge.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Installing the Drum Cartridge 1. Open the drum cartridge packaging. 2. Take out the drum cartridge from the packaging.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Completely pull out the eight yellow ribbons from the drum cartridge. 4. Remove the rear protective cover from the drum cartridge. Note: Do not remove the front protective cover at this moment.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Insert the drum cartridge until the line on the handle aligns with the white line on the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Turn the four drum cartridge lock levers 90-degrees clockwise to lock the drum cartridge. 7. Remove the front protective cover from the drum cartridge. Important: Ensure that you do not hit the belt unit when removing the front protective cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 8. Close the belt unit, and push at the top of the unit until it clicks. 9. Close the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 10. Insert the standard 250-sheet tray into the printer, and push until it stops. Important: Do not use excessive force on the tray. Doing so could damage the tray or the inside of the printer. Replacing the Fuser Unit This section describes how to replace the fuser unit. c Caution: Before removing the fuser unit, turn off the printer and wait for 40 minutes until the fuser unit cools down.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Remove any paper in the document output tray. 3. Push the side button to open the front cover. 4. Open the belt unit.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Pinch the gray lever on the right side of the fuser unit and lower the lever toward you. 6. Hold both sides of the fuser unit. Next, slightly raise the right side while holding down the left side, and slide out the fuser unit. Installing the Fuser Unit 1. Insert the protrusions of the new fuser unit into the two slots of the printer. Note: ❏ Hold both sides of the fuser unit with your hands.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ Make sure that the fuser unit is firmly set in the slots and cannot be moved easily. 2. Push the fuser unit forward until the right groove of the snaps into place. 3. Close the belt unit, and push at the top of the unit until it clicks.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. Close the front cover. 5. Reconnect the power cord to the power connector and turn on the printer. Resetting the Counter of the Fuser Unit After replacing the fuser unit, use the operator panel to reset the counter of the fuser unit. 1. Press the System button. 2. Select Admin Menu, and then press the button. 3. Select Maintenance, and then press the button. 4. Select Reset Fuser, and then press the button. 5. Select Yes, and then press the button.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Removing the Feed Roll Unit in the Standard 250-Sheet Tray 1. Pull the standard 250-sheet tray out of the printer about 200 mm. Hold the standard 250-sheet tray with both hands, and remove it from the printer. Note: Ensure that you remove all the paper from the standard 250-sheet tray before removing the feed roll unit.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Holding the feed roll tabs with your fingers, pull the feed roll unit out of the groove in the axle. Installing the Feed Roll Unit in the Standard 250-Sheet Tray 1. Align the new feed roll unit with the groove on the axle.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Insert the feed roll unit into the axle until it snaps. The protrusions fit completely into the slots and the roller hook reseats into the groove on the axle. 3. Load paper in the standard 250-sheet tray, and then insert the standard 250-sheet tray into the printer and push until it stops. Important: Do not use excessive force on the tray. Doing so could damage the tray or the inside of the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Consumables Important: ❏ Use of consumables/periodical replacement parts not recommended by Epson can impair machine quality and performance. Use only consumables/periodical replacement parts recommended by Epson.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Important: This printer is designed to provide the most stable performance and print quality when used with the consumables recommended by Epson. Not using consumables recommended for this machine degrades the performance and printing quality of the printer. You could also incur charges if the machine breaks down. To receive customer support and achieve the optimum performance of the printer, be sure to use consumables recommended by Epson.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Managing the Printer Checking or Managing the Printer with EpsonNet Config When the printer is installed in a TCP/IP environment, you can use EpsonNet Config to check the printer status, the remaining volume of consumables, and the paper loaded in this printer. You can also use EpsonNet Config to configure printer settings. Note: When using the printer as a local printer, you cannot use EpsonNet Config.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series ® User’s Guide ® The following procedure uses Microsoft Windows XP as an example. 1. Click start — All Programs — EPSON — Status Monitor — Activate Status Monitor. The Select Printer window appears. 2. Click the name of the desired printer from the list. 3. The Printer Status window appears. For details about the functions of Status Monitor, refer to the online Help.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Item Item to be configured Description Protocol Settings — E-mail Machine’s E-mail Address, Select appropriate settings for sending and receiving e-mail.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ Prefix all commands with “#”, and specify the #Password command at the top of the e-mail. ❏ Command lines without “#” are ignored. ❏ Write one command on each line and separate each command and parameter with a space or a tab. When the same command is written two or more times in one e-mail, the second and subsequent commands are ignored.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Supply Setting Function Print media Multiple-Up in the Layout tab The printer prints two or more pages on one side of a sheet. Values for Multiple-Up are 2 Pages Up, 4 Pages Up, 8 Pages Up, 16 Pages Up, 32 Pages Up. Combined with the duplex setting, Multiple-Up allows you to print up to 64 pages on one sheet of paper (32 images on the front and 32 on the back). Checking Page Counts The total number of printed pages can be checked at the operator panel.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ To prevent you from dropping the printer and getting backache or injuries, lift the printer by firmly gripping the recessed areas on both sides of the printer. Never lift the printer by gripping any other areas. Note: If the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit has been installed, uninstall the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit before moving the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Pull the standard 250-sheet tray out of the printer about 200 mm. Hold the standard 250-sheet tray with both hands, and remove it from the printer. 4. Lift the printer and move it gently. Note: If you move the printer over a long distance, remove the toner cartridges from the printer to prevent toner from spilling, and pack the printer inside a box.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 5. Insert the standard 250-sheet tray into the printer, and push until it stops. Important: Do not use excessive force on the tray. Doing so could damage the tray or the inside of the printer. 6. Adjust the color registration before using your printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Removing the Additional Memory Module 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Turn the screw on the control board cover counterclockwise. Note: Loosen the screw. You do not need to remove the screw.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Slide the control board cover towards the rear of the printer. 4. Open the control board cover completely. 5. Push the clips on both sides of the slot outward.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Hold the memory module and pull it straight out. 7. Close the control board cover, and slide it towards the front of the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 8. Turn the screw clockwise. 9. Turn on the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Removing the Optional Duplex Unit 1. Turn off the printer and disconnect the power cord. 2. Push the side button to open the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 3. Lift the lever of the optional duplex unit. 4. Hold both sides of the optional duplex unit, and then pull out the optional duplex unit. 5. Close the front cover.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Reconnect the power cord to the power connector and turn on the printer. Removing the Optional 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit 1. Turn off the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 2. Disconnect the power cord from the power connector on the rear of the printer. 3. Pull the standard 250-sheet tray out of the printer about 200 mm. Hold the standard 250-sheet tray with both hands, and remove it from the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 4. Remove the two screws joining the printer and the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit by unscrewing them with a coin or similar object. 5. Gently lift the printer off the optional 250-sheet paper cassette unit, and place it on a level surface. c Caution: Two people are required to lift the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide 6. Insert the standard 250-sheet tray into the printer, and push until it stops. 7. Reconnect all cables into the rear of the printer and turn on the printer.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Appendix A Where To Get Help Contacting Epson Support Before Contacting Epson If your Epson product is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information in your product documentation, contact Epson support services for assistance. If Epson support for your area is not listed below, contact the dealer where you purchased your product.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide World Wide Web (http://www.epson.com.tw) Information on product specifications, drivers for download, and products enquiry are available. Epson HelpDesk (Phone: +0800212873) Our HelpDesk team can help you with the following over the phone: ❏ Sales enquiries and product information ❏ Product usage questions or problems ❏ Enquiries on repair service and warranty Repair service center: Telephone number Fax number Address 02-23416969 02-23417070 No.20, Beiping E.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Telephone number Fax number Address 06-2221666 06-2112555 No.141, Gongyuan N. Rd., North Dist., Tainan City 704, Taiwan 07-5520918 07-5540926 1F., No.337, Minghua Rd., Gushan Dist., Kaohsiung City 804, Taiwan 07-3222445 07-3218085 No.51, Shandong St., Sanmin Dist., Kaohsiung City 807, Taiwan 08-7344771 08-7344802 1F., No.113, Shengli Rd.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Epson Hotline (Phone: (66)2685-9899) Our Hotline team can help you with the following over the phone: ❏ Sales enquiries and product information ❏ Product usage questions or problems ❏ Enquiries on repair service and warranty Help for Users in Vietnam Contacts for information, support, and services are: Epson Hotline (Phone): 84-8-823-9239 Service Center: 80 Truong Dinh Street, District 1, Hochiminh City Vietnam Help for Users in Indonesia Contacts for informati
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Epson Service Center Jakarta Mangga Dua Mall 3rd floor No 3A/B Jl. Arteri Mangga Dua, Jakarta Phone/Fax: (62) 21-62301104 Bandung Lippo Center 8th floor Jl. Gatot Subroto No.2 Bandung Phone/Fax: (62) 22-7303766 Surabaya Hitech Mall lt IIB No. 12 Jl. Kusuma Bangsa 116 – 118 Surabaya Phone: (62) 31-5355035 Fax: (62)31-5477837 Yogyakarta Hotel Natour Garuda Jl. Malioboro No. 60 Yogyakarta Phone: (62) 274-565478 Medan Wisma HSBC 4th floor Jl. Diponegoro No.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Help for Users in Hong Kong To obtain technical support as well as other after-sales services, users are welcome to contact Epson Hong Kong Limited.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Phone: 603-56288288 Fax: 603-56288388/399 User’s Guide Epson Helpdesk ❏ Sales enquiries and product information (Infoline) Phone: 603-56288222 ❏ Enquiries on repair services & warranty, product usage and technical support (Techline) Phone: 603-56288333 Help for Users in India Contacts for information, support, and services are: World Wide Web (http://www.epson.co.in) Information on product specifications, drivers for download, and products enquiry are available.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Location Telephone number Fax number Cochin 0484-2357950 0484-2357950 Coimbatore 0422-2380002 NA Pune 020-30286000 /30286001/30286002 020-30286000 Ahmedabad 079-26407176 / 77 079-26407347 User’s Guide Helpline For Service, Product info or to order a cartridge - 18004250011 (9AM - 9PM) - This is a Toll-free number.
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide ❏ Enquiries on repair service and warranty Where To Get Help 448
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Index 2 2 Sided Print.......................................................................109 2 Sided, Flip on Short Edge..............................................110 2-Sided.....................................................145, 232 , 281 , 292 2-Sided Print..............................................................223, 248 A Address Book button..........................................................30 Address Book Editor..............................
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Clear All button...................................................................29 Clear button.........................................................................30 Clear Storage......................................................................269 Clearing jam.......................................................................304 Clearing Paper Jam From ADF.......................................................................306 From Fuser Unit...................
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Enabling the Panel Lock...................................................298 Energy Saver button..............................................29, 50 , 51 Entering Values.................................................................357 Envelope.....................................................................264, 265 EpsonNet Config.........................................................52, 172 managing printer...........................................................
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series User’s Guide Installing the Optional Duplex Unit.................................39 Installing the Scan Driver.................................................151 InternetServices.................................................................241 Interval Timer............................................................222, 245 IP Address..........................................................................240 IP Filter.......................................................
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Network Connection..........................................................59 Network connection setup.................................................68 Network TWAIN..............................................................241 No Account User Print.....................................................261 Non-Genuine.....................................................................269 Non-Genuine Mode..........................................................
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Print media.........................................................................426 print media dimentions........................................................................88 Print Quality Problems.....................................................336 print resolution....................................................................21 Print Text............................................................................259 printer managing...........................
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series setting for scanning.......................................................185 Ring Tone Volume....................................................221, 245 Ringer Volume...................................................................219 S Sample Print.......................................................................104 Scan button...........................................................................29 Scan Defaults....................................................
Epson AcuLaser CX29 Series Start button...........................................................................30 Status Messenger...............................................................423 checking printer status..................................................423 commands.......................................................................424 configuring.....................................................................423 Status Monitor.....................................................
