Artisan 725 Series ® Quick Guide Basic Copying, Printing, and Scanning Maintenance Network Setup Solving Problems
Contents Using the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Adjusting the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using Special Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Placing Originals for Copying or Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Copying a Document or Photo . . . .
Maintaining Your Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Checking the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking the Ink Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Control Panel Start copying/ printing Crop photos, change number of photos displayed Turn product on/off Open/close CD tray Select number of copies LCD screen Turn View Auto Correct on/off Display detailed settings Blue status light Return to main menu Cancel/ return to previous menu Unlock control panel Cancel copying/ printing u,d, l, r, OK: Select photos/menus/settings ■ To save energy, the control panel goes dark after 13 minutes of inactivity. Press any button to wake it up.
You may see the following icons on the screen: Icon Meaning The product is connected to a wired network The product is connected to a wireless network The current photo is cropped The Fix Red-Eye setting is on for the current photo or all photos Reminds you whether View Auto Correct is on or off (see page 18) Adjusting the Control Panel The control panel is adjustable. To raise it, lift it as shown below. To lower it, press the button and then push the control panel down.
Loading Paper Your product has two paper trays. The main tray is for letter-size, legal-size, A4, or 8 × 10-inch paper. You can load up to 120 sheets of letter-size or A4 plain paper in the main tray. When extended, the tray can hold up to 50 legal-size sheets. The photo tray is for 4 × 6 or 5 × 7-inch photo paper. You can load up to 20 sheets. Check your online User’s Guide for detailed information about sheet capacity for each paper size and type. 1. Pull out the paper cassette.
3. Slide the left edge guide against the paper. Make sure the paper stack fits under the edge guide 4. Adjust the front edge guide to your paper size. 5. Lower the photo tray.
6. To load paper in the photo tray, squeeze the edge guides and slide them out. Then insert photo paper with the glossy or printable side face-down. 7. Slide the left edge guide against the paper. Then adjust the front edge guide to your paper size. Note: Make sure the paper fits under the edge guide. 8. Keep the cassette flat as you insert it.
. Extend the output tray and flip up the stopper. For details on paper and instructions on loading envelopes and legal-size sheets, see the online User’s Guide. Using Special Papers Epson offers a wide array of high quality papers, making it easy to maximize the impact of your photos, presentations, and creative projects. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies CentralSM at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Part number Sheet count Borderless 4 × 6 inches S041808 S041727 40 100 Borderless 5 × 7 inches S041464 20 Borderless 8 × 10 inches S041465 20 Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S042183 S041667 25 50 Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Borderless 4 × 6 inches S041982 40 Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041331 20 Epson Photo Paper Glossy Borderless 4 × 6 inches S041809 S042038 50 100 Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041141 S041649 S041271 20 50 100 Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Letter (8.
Placing Originals for Copying or Scanning You can place one or two photos or a document up to letter-size (or A4) on the scanner glass to make color or black and white copies. 1. Open the document cover and place your original face-down on the scanner glass, with the top against the back left corner. 1/4 inch (5 mm) For scanning, you can place multiple small photos on the scanner glass at the same time, as long as they are at least 1.2 inches × 1.6 inches (30 × 40 mm) in size.
Copying a Document or Photo Once you’ve placed your originals on the scanner glass (see page 11), you can make color or black and white copies. Copying a Document 1. Load letter-size plain paper, Epson Bright White Paper, or Epson Presentation Paper Matte. 2. Press Home until Copy is selected. 3. Press OK. 4. Press + or – to select the number of copies you want. 5. Press u or d to select Color or B&W (black and white) copies. 6.
■ To change the copy quality, select Quality, press OK, then press u or d to choose Draft, Standard Quality, or Best. Then press OK. For more information about copy settings, see your online User’s Guide. 8. After you finish selecting your settings, press x Menu. 9. Press x Start to begin copying. To cancel copying, press y Stop/Clear Settings.
6. When you see this screen, press OK twice to prescan your photo(s). 7. If you placed two photos on the scanner glass, press l or r to view the second one. 8. To print more than 1 copy, press + or – to select the number (up to 99). If you are copying 2 photos, do this for the other photo as well. 9. To crop the photo and enlarge the resulting image area to fit onto your paper, press Display/Crop. ■ To resize the image area, press + or –. ■ To move the image area, use the arrow buttons.
■ To change the paper type, select Paper Type, press OK, then press u or d to choose the setting for the paper you loaded: For this paper type Choose this setting Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster Prem.
Printing From a Memory Card or External Drive You can print photos from your digital camera’s memory card, or from an external storage device such as a USB flash drive. You can also print with the following special features (see the online User’s Guide for instructions): ■ Print directly on CDs or DVDs to create custom labels. Print photos from a memory card or external drive, or text and images from your computer.
Removing Your Card After you finish printing your photos, follow these steps to remove the card: 1. Make sure the memory card access light is not flashing. 2. If the product is connected to your computer with a USB cable, do one of the following before removing the memory card or turning off the printer: ■ Windows®: Right-click the name of your card (removable disk) in My Computer or Windows Explorer, and select Eject. ■ Macintosh®: Drag the trash.
3. Insert storage media (such as a CD) into your drive, if necessary. 4. If there are folders on your storage media, select the folder you want and press OK. 5. See the next section to select and print your photos. Note: Before removing your USB drive, make sure its access light is not flashing. You cannot use the USB port to transfer images from your external storage device to your computer. If you want to transfer images, use the memory card slots instead (see the online User’s Guide for instructions).
When you finish cropping your photo, press OK. 8. Press l or r to view other photos, select the number of copies, and crop, if desired. 9. When you’re done selecting photos, press OK. You see the Confirm Settings screen: 10. To change any of the print settings displayed on the screen, press x Menu, select Print Settings, press OK, and select your settings. For a list of Epson papers and the corresponding Paper Type settings, see page 15. When you’re done selecting settings, press x Menu. 11.
Printing from a Mobile Device You can print from a WiFi® mobile device that is on the same network as your product. First, make sure your Epson product is set up for wireless printing, as described on the Start Here sheet and in the section beginning on page 37. You need a printing application for your mobile device. For example, Epson iPrint is available from the App Store and allows you to print photos from your iPhone®, iPad™, or iPod® Touch (OS version 2.2.1 and later). For more information, see www.
Printing From Your Computer This section describes the basic steps for printing a photo or document stored on your computer. For additional printing instructions, see the online User’s Guide. Before you start, make sure you’ve installed your printer software and connected the product to your computer or network as described on the Start Here sheet. Tip: It’s a good idea to check for updates to your Epson product software. See page 48 for instructions. Printing in Windows 1.
Note: For quick access to the most common settings, click the Shortcuts tab and select one of the presets. You can create your own presets by clicking the Save Settings button on the Advanced tab. For details, see your online User’s Guide. 4. To improve the color, contrast, and sharpness of photos, select Fix Photo. 5. To reduce or remove red-eye effects in photos, select Fix Red-Eye. 6. If you want to reduce or enlarge your printout, or print double-sided, click the Page Layout tab.
8. Click OK to save your settings. 9. Click OK or Print to start printing. This window appears and shows the progress of your print job. Check ink cartridge status Cancel printing Printing With a Macintosh Follow the steps below to print from Mac OS® X 10.5 to 10.6. Note: If you’re printing from Mac OS X 10.4, see your online User’s Guide for instructions. 1. Open a photo or document in a printing program. 2. Open the File menu and select Print. 3. Select your product as the Printer setting.
5. Select basic copy and page settings. For borderless photos, choose a Paper Size setting with a Borderless option. Note: If the setting you want isn’t shown (for example, Scale), check for it in your application before printing. Or check for it at the bottom of this window. (If you’re printing from Preview, you see the settings shown below.) Copy and page settings Application settings 6.
8. For automatic duplex printing, select 2-sided Printing Settings from the pop-up menu. You can use the auto duplexer with letter- or A4-size plain paper or Epson Bright White Paper. Pop-up menu Click here ■ Select 2-sided Printing. ■ If you’re printing on plain paper and you notice that ink smears or bleeds through the page, click Adjustments, then reduce the print density and increase the ink drying time. 9. Click Print. 10. To monitor your print job, click the printer icon in the dock.
Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Type (see page 21) or Media Type (see page 24) setting in your printer software so the ink coverage can be adjusted accordingly.
Scanning a Document or Photo You can use your product to scan original documents and photos and save them on your computer. Note: For Mac OS X 10.6, see “Scanning With Mac OS X 10.6” on page 30. Quick Scanning With the Scan Button Use the control panel to quickly scan a photo or document and save it on your computer. You can even scan a photo and have it automatically included in an email message. 1. Place your original document or photo as shown on page 11. 2. Press the Home button. 3.
If you’re scanning to your computer, select USB Connection if your product is connected by a USB cable, or select the name of your computer if your product is connected over a network. Press x Start to begin scanning. Once your image is scanned, you see its icon in Windows Explorer or Macintosh Finder, or as an attachment in your email application. Scanning With Epson Scan Software You can scan from any TWAIN-compliant application using Epson Scan.
You see the Epson Scan standby window. Click here to change the scan mode 4. If the Mode setting in the upper right corner is set to Full Auto Mode, click the Scan button. Note: If you want to automatically restore a color photo as you scan, click the Customize button, then check the Color Restoration box. If you want to see more scan settings, select Home, Office, or Professional mode.
Scanning With Mac OS X 10.6 You can scan original documents and photos and save them as files on your computer. 1. Open an image editing application such as Preview and select Import From Scanner from the File menu, then select your product. For network scanning, select Import From Scanner > Include Networked Devices. Then select Import From Scanner again and select your product. 2. If you would like to select scan settings, such as Color Restoration and file save settings, click Show Details. 3.
Maintaining Your Product Follow the steps here to check and clean the print head, and replace ink cartridges. To align the print head, if necessary, see the online User’s Guide. Checking the Print Head Nozzles If your printouts are faint or have gaps in them, the print head nozzles may be clogged. Follow these steps to check the print head nozzles: 1. Load letter- or A4-size plain paper in the main paper tray. 2. Press Home until Setup is selected, then press OK. 3.
Cleaning the Print Head If print quality has declined and the nozzle check indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean the print head. Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if necessary. Note: You cannot clean the print head if an ink cartridge is expended, and may not be able to clean it when a cartridge is low. You must replace the cartridge first (see page 35). 1. Load letter- or A4-size plain paper in the main paper tray. 2. Press Home until Setup is selected, then press OK. 3.
Checking the Ink Levels Your product will let you know when an ink cartridge is low or expended by displaying a message on its screen or on your computer. You cannot print or copy when an ink cartridge is expended even if the other cartridges are not expended (but you can still scan and view photos on the display screen). Replace any expended cartridges before printing or copying. To check ink levels from the display screen at any time, follow these steps: 1.
Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies CentralSM at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
Replacing Ink Cartridges Make sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones. Caution: Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are ready to install the ink. Cartridges are vacuum packed to maintain reliability. Leave the expended cartridge(s) installed until you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out. If you remove a low or expended cartridge, you cannot reinstall and use it.
3. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift it straight up. Dispose of it carefully. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it. Warning: If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and don’t drink the ink. 4. Remove the cartridge from the package. Do not touch the green chip on the side. 5. Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the cartridge.
Network Setup Make sure you follow the instructions on the Start Here sheet to set up your product, choose your connection, and install the software. The on-screen instructions during the installation process help you set up your network connection. Follow the instructions in this chapter only if you need additional help: ■ For wireless network setup, see below. ■ For wired network (Ethernet®) setup, see page 45.
Installing for the First Time Before you begin, make sure that you have the following information ready and write it in the space provided below: ■ Network name (SSID): _________________________________________ ■ Network password: ____________________________________________ Note: If your network password contains uppercase (ABC) or lowercase (abc) letters, be sure to note them correctly. If you don’t know your network name (SSID) or network password, contact the person who set up your wireless network.
5. When you see this screen, select Wireless connection and click Next. 6. When you see this screen, select Set up printer for the first time, then click Next. 7. Mac OS X 10.6: At the next screen, click Next. Then skip to “Setting Up With the Control Panel” on page 41 to set up the product without using a temporary USB connection.
8. When you see this screen, select a wireless network setup method, then click Next. Tip: If you need help selecting a wireless network setup method, click Which option should I choose for more information on setup methods. Do not connect the USB cable yet. 9. At the next screen, click Next. 10. Do one of the following: ■ If you selected Using temporarily USB cable connection, continue following the instructions on the screen.
Setting Up With the Control Panel If you are using Mac OS X 10.6, or you did not connect a USB cable to set up the product on your wireless network, follow these steps to set it up using the product control panel: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to start the product’s wireless Setup Wizard. 2. When you see this screen, use the product’s buttons to select the name of your wireless network, then press OK. When you’re finished, click Next.
3. When you see this screen, do one of the following: ■ If your wireless network has security enabled, use the product’s buttons to enter your network password. If your password has uppercase or lowercase letters, be sure to enter them correctly. Then click Next and go to step 4. ■ If your wireless network doesn’t have security enabled, continue with step 4.
Entering Your SSID Manually If your network doesn’t broadcast its name (SSID), follow these steps to enter it: 1. From the Select SSID screen on the product control panel, press u or d to select Other SSIDs, then press OK. 2. Use the arrow buttons on the control panel to enter your network name. Press u, d, l, or r to highlight a letter or function button on the screen (shown below), then press OK to select it.
4. When you see this screen, click Install. Note: If you’re using a Macintosh, your screen will look different. 5. When you see this screen, select Wireless connection and click Next.
6. When you see this screen, select The printer is already on my wireless network, then click Next. 7. Wait while the software is installed. 8. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the rest of your software. 9. When installation is complete, remove the CD and restart your computer. Wired (Ethernet) Network Setup Follow these steps to set up your product for the first time or, if your product is already on your wired network, to set up additional computers to print to the product.
Windows XP: When you see the Software Installation screen, continue with step 4. Mac OS X: Double-click the Epson icon. 4. When you see the Software Installation, click Install. 5. When you see this screen, select Wired network connection and click Next. 6. When you see this screen, do one of the following: ■ For a first-time installation, select Set up printer for the first time, then click Next.
8. Mac OS X 10.6: Skip to step 15 below. 9. Wait while the software is installed, then click Next to start network installation. 10. When you see the Firewall Warning screen, click Next. Note: If you see a firewall alert message, click Unblock or Allow to let EpsonNet Setup continue. Do not select Ask Me Later, Keep Blocking, or Block. 11. If you see a screen showing more than one printer, select the product you would like to set up, then click Next. 12.
Solving Problems Check the messages on the display screen to diagnose the cause of most problems. Press the Home button, if necessary, then press r or l to select Problem Solver. Press OK, then press u or d to see all the help topics. You can also check the basic troubleshooting suggestions on page 49 or see the online User’s Guide for more detailed help. Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it’s a good idea to check Epson’s support website for free updates to your product software.
Problems and Solutions You can often solve problems by checking the messages on the display screen. If the information doesn’t help you solve the problem, check the solutions below. Note: If the screen is dark, press any button to wake the printer from sleep mode. Network Problems If you have a poor wireless connection, try moving the product to a different location. Avoid placing it next to a microwave oven, 2.4 GHz cordless phone, or large metal object such as a filing cabinet.
Cannot scan over the network ■ Epson Scan is not available in Mac OS X 10.6; see page 30 for scanning instructions. ■ If you cannot scan from the product’s control panel, make sure you restarted your computer after installing the product software. Make sure Epson Event Manager is not being blocked by your firewall or security software. ■ If you are scanning a large photo or document at high resolution, a communication error may occur. If the scan did not complete, lower the resolution.
If the 2-sided Printing checkbox is greyed out, select A4 as the Paper Size, select 2-sided Printing, and select the double-sided printing options you want. Then change the Paper Size setting back to Letter. ■ Make sure your original is positioned against the back left corner of the scanner glass. If the edges are cropped, move your original away from the edges slightly. ■ If you’re copying, place the document flat against the scanner glass.
3. Reattach the cover and close the scanner. 4. Pull out the paper cassette and remove any jammed paper in the cassette or inside the printer. 5. Remove the auto duplexer, then remove any jammed paper. 6. Replace the auto duplexer as shown.
7. You may also need to check other locations for jammed paper, such as inside the auto duplexer and underneath the printer. See the online User’s Guide for more information. Print Quality Problems ■ For the best print quality, use Epson papers (see page 9) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 34). ■ If you notice light or dark bands across your printouts or they are too faint, run a nozzle check (see page 31) to see if the print head needs cleaning.
Then call: ■ U.S.: (562) 276-4382, 6 AM – 8 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, and 7 AM – 4 PM on Saturday ■ Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6 AM – 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long distance charges may apply. Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink, paper, and accessories at Epson Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your Epson product, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the product label. ■ Use only the power cord that comes with the product. Use of another cord may cause fires or shock. Do not use the cord with any other equipment. Make sure the power cord meets all relevant local safety standards.
■ Avoid placing the product in locations that are subject to rapid changes in heat or humidity, shocks or vibrations, or dust. Do not place the product near a radiator or heating vent or in direct sunlight. ■ Keep the product away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless phones. ■ Allow space behind the product for the cables, and space above the product so that you can fully raise the document cover.
Wireless Network Safety ■ Do not use this product inside medical facilities or near medical equipment. Radio waves from the product may adversely affect the operation of medical equipment. ■ Keep this product at least 9 inches (22 cm) away from cardiac pacemakers. Radio waves from this product may adversely affect their operation. ■ Do not use this product near automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors or fire alarms. Radio waves from this product may adversely affect these devices.
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