Contents Introduction 1 Unpack the Printer 2 Attach the Paper Tray 4 Connect the Printer 6 Install the Software 8 For Macintosh 8 For Windows 98 with USB Connection 12 For Windows with Parallel Connection 16 Print a Test Page 18 System Requirements 19 Safety Instructions 20 Additional Precautions Where to Get Help 26 28
Introduction Follow each of these steps in this guide to get your EPSON EPL-5700i up and running: 1 Unpack the Printer 2 Attach the Paper Tray 3 Connect the Printer 4 Install the Software Also be sure to check the System Requirements and follow all the Safety Instructions in the back of this guide. See your Reference Guide for detailed information on using your printer.
Step 1 Unpack the Printer 1 Unpack the printer from its box and check for these items: ® N SO EP EP 0 70 L-5 i ® N SO EP EP 0 70 L-5 tup Se Make sure you have a USB or parallel cable to connect the printer to your computer.
3 Pull the tab straight out as shown below. Lift the front edge of the printer and pull firmly to remove Be sure to check for other tape or packing material, which may be in slightly different locations on your printer. the tab.
Step 2 Attach the Paper Tray 1 Remove any protective tape you see on the paper tray. Then lift off the cover and set it aside. 2 Insert the paper tray into the printer as shown. Push it all the way in until it locks. paper guides paper tray 3 Slide the blue paper guides apart. Then load a stack of paper (no more than 150 sheets).
4 Place the cover on the paper tray. 5 Raise the output tray extension until you feel it lock.
Step 3 Connect the Printer 1 Make sure the printer and computer are turned off. CAUTION 2 Plug the power cord into the back of the printer. Then plug the other end into a grounded electrical Avoid using outlets on the same circuit with large motors or other major appliances that might disrupt the power supply. outlet.
3 Connect the printer to your computer. ' • If you’re using a USB cable, plug the square end of the cable into your printer as shown. Then plug the other end into your computer’s USB connector or a first-tier USB hub. • If you’re using a parallel cable, connect it to your printer as shown. Then connect the other end to your computer’s main parallel connector (LPT1).
Step 4 Install the Software CAUTION Turn off all virus protection programs before you install your printer software. Follow the steps below to install the software that makes your printer work. For Windows 98 with a USB connection, see page 12. For Windows with a parallel connection, see page 16. ® ® For Macintosh If you have an iMac,™ you may need to update your system before installing your printer software. • If your iMac is running OS 8.1, you must install Apple’s iMac Update 1.0.
Follow these steps to install the printer software on your Macintosh: 1. Make sure your printer and computer are connected and turned off. 2. Turn on your computer and wait until you see the desktop icons. Then turn on your EPSON printer. 3. Insert your printer software CD-ROM. After a moment, the CD-ROM opens on your desktop. 4. Double-click your printer’s installer icon. You see the following screen: 5. Click Install, then on the next screen click Continue. 6.
After installing the printer software, you need to select your printer in the Chooser: 1. Make sure your printer is on. 2. From the Apple menu, select Chooser. 3. Click the EPL-5700i icon and make sure your printer’s USB port is selected. 4. Turn on background printing if you want. When background printing is on, you can continue to use your Macintosh while it is preparing a document for printing.
To make sure your printer is installed correctly, you can print a test page: 1. With the Chooser open, click Setup. 2. Click Status Sheet. 3. To print the status sheet, click Status Sheet. 4. After the status sheet prints, close the Chooser.
For Windows 98 with USB Connection 1. Make sure your printer and computer are connected and turned off. 2. Turn on your computer and printer, and wait until you see the Add New Hardware Wizard: 3. Insert your printer software CD-ROM and click Next.
4. Select Search for the best driver for your device and click Next. You see the following screen: 5. Select Specify a location, then click Browse to locate the Win98 folder on your CD-ROM. 6. Click Next. Windows finds the USB software.
7. Click Next. Windows finishes installing the USB software. 8. At the final screen, click Finish.
9. Click Next to install your printer driver. 10. Select Search for the best driver for your device and click Next. 11. Make sure the Win98 folder is selected under Specify a location. Then click Next and follow the on-screen instructions to finish installing your printer software. 12. When installation is complete, remove the CD-ROM from your CD-ROM drive. 13. Restart your system. If you want to test your printer to make sure it’s installed correctly, go to “Print a Test Page” on page 18.
For Windows with Parallel Connection 1. Turn on your computer and wait until you see the Windows desktop icons, then insert your printer software CD-ROM. 2. Double-click the My Computer icon on your desktop, double-click the Epson CD-ROM icon, then double-click Setup.exe.
3. Make sure your printer is selected in the setup screen and click OK. When installation is complete, you see the following: 4. Click OK. 5. Remove the CD-ROM from your CD-ROM drive. 6. Restart your system. If you want to test your printer to make sure it’s installed correctly, continue on to the next section.
Print a Test Page To make sure your printer is installed correctly, you can print a test page by following these steps: 1. Make sure your printer is turned on. 2. Click Start, point to Settings, and click Printers. 3. Right-click the EPL-5700i printer icon and choose Properties. If you are running Windows NT®, click Document Defaults instead of Properties. 4.
System Requirements For Macintosh Users: • Apple iMac or Power Macintosh® G3 computer with USB port • For iMac: Mac® OS 8.1 or later For Power Macintosh G3: Mac OS 8.5 or later Note: If your iMac is running OS 8.1, you’ll need to update your system as described on page 8 of this guide.
Safety Instructions Follow these precautions when operating your printer: Laser Safety This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation.
Laser Safety Labels Warning: Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified in this guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Your printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC 825 specifications. The label shown below is attached in countries where required. Internal Laser Radiation Maximum Radiation Power: 0.73 mW at laser aperture of the print head unit Wavelength: 770 to 810 nm This product employs a Class IIIb Laser Diode.
Ozone Safety Ozone emission Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is printing. Ozone exposure limit The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 parts per million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over an eight (8) hour period. The EPL-5700i laser printer generates less than 0.
Other Safety Instructions • Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact. If the printer has been in use, the fuser can be very hot. CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact • Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless instructed to do so in this guide. • Try not to touch the toner and avoid all contact with your eyes. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. • Unplug the printer from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
C A O U N T I Hot urafce Avodi Conatct • Do not place the printer on an unstable cart, stand, or table. • Slots and openings, located on the sides and bottom of the printer, are provided for ventilation. Keep these slots and openings clear to allow proper ventilation. Avoid placing the printer on a bed, sofa or other soft surface, or in a small enclosed area, as this restricts proper ventilation. • Connect your printer to the correct power supply.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on the printer. • Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to high voltage or other risks. Refer all servicing in those compartments to a qualified service representative.
Additional Precautions To avoid damaging your printer, follow these guidelines: • Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage it. • When removing the developer cartridge, never touch the developing roller under the flap; otherwise, the print quality will decline. • Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its side. • When handling the cartridge, always set it on a clean, smooth surface.
• Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and may require repairs by a qualified service representative. • When removing or installing a new photoconductor unit, avoid exposing it to light. The green cylinder, visible through the openings in the unit, is a lightsensitive drum.
Where to Get Help If you need help with your printer or its software, see the contact information below. EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services and automated telephone services 24 hours a day, as listed in the following tables: Electronic support services Service Access World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s Home Page at http://www.epson.com.
Automated telephone services Service Access EPSON SoundAdvice For pre-recorded answers to commonly asked questions about EPSON products 24 hours a day, seven days a week, call (800)␣ 922-8911. EPSON FaxAdvice Access EPSON’s technical information library by calling (800)␣ 922-8911. You must provide a return fax number to use this service. SM TM EPSON Referral Service For the location of your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Customer Care Center, call (800) 922-8911.
DECLARATION of CONFORMITY According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: EPSON AMERICA, INC. Located at: 20770 Madrona Avenue MS: B2-11 Torrance, CA 90503 Telephone : (310) 782-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device.
FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part␣ 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.
