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CX4400_qg.book Page 2 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Contents Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Using Special Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Copying a Photo or Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Placing the Original on the Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Copying a Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CX4400_qg.book Page 4 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Loading Paper Follow these steps to load paper. 1. Open the paper support. Then open the output tray and pull out the extension. 2. Flip the feeder guard forward. 3. Press in the tab on the edge guide and slide it left.
CX4400_qg.book Page 5 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 4. Insert the paper, glossy or printable side up, against the right side. Then slide the edge guide against the paper. Letter-size plain paper 4 × 6-inch photo paper Always load paper short edge first, even for landscape printing. Load letterhead or pre-printed paper top edge first. You can load up to 80 sheets of plain paper and 20 sheets of photo paper. Load other special papers one sheet at a time.
CX4400_qg.book Page 6 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 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 from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
CX4400_qg.book Page 7 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Copying a Photo or Document Follow the instructions in this section to position your originals correctly on the glass and make color or black and white copies. Placing the Original on the Glass 1. Open the document cover and place your original face-down on the glass, in the front right corner. Move the photo or document slightly away from the edges. 2. Close the cover gently so you don’t move the original.
CX4400_qg.book Page 8 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Copying a Document You can copy documents using your all-in-one, just like you would on a copy machine. 1. Load up to 80 sheets of letter-size plain paper or Epson Bright White Paper (see page 4 if you need instructions). 2. Place the document on the glass as described on page 7. Be sure to close the document cover. 3. Do one of the following: ■ To make a color copy, press the x Color Text button.
CX4400_qg.book Page 9 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Printing From Your Computer This section describes the basic steps for printing a photo or document stored on your Windows or Macintosh computer. For detailed instructions on printing, see the on-screen User’s Guide. Before you start, make sure you’ve installed your printer software and connected the all-in-one to your computer as described on the Start Here sheet. Tip: Periodically, it’s a good idea to check Epson’s support website at epson.
CX4400_qg.book Page 10 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 4. Make sure Epson Stylus CX4400 Series is selected, then click the Preferences or Properties button. (If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Preferences or Properties on the next screen.) Your printer setting window opens. 5.
CX4400_qg.book Page 11 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 8. Click OK to save your settings, then click OK or Print to start printing. This window appears and shows the progress of your print job. Check ink cartridge status Cancel printing Pause or resume printing Printing with a Macintosh 1. Load paper (see page 4). 2. Open a photo or document in a printing program. 3. Select Page Setup from the File menu.
CX4400_qg.book Page 12 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 5. Select Print from the File menu. You see a window like this one: Select Stylus CX4400 Select Print Settings 6. Choose Print Settings from the pop-up menu and select the following settings as necessary: Select your Media Type (see page 14) Select Color or Black ink Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) Select Automatic mode Note: In certain programs, you may need to select Advanced before you can select Print Settings.
CX4400_qg.book Page 13 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM ■ ColorSync or Color Management: Select ColorSync® or adjust the color controls, change the gamma setting, or turn off color adjustments in the printer software. ■ Expansion: Reduce or enlarge the image size for borderless printing. ■ Summary: View a list of all your selections. 8. Click the Advanced button to change additional settings.
CX4400_qg.book Page 14 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Type (see page 10) or Media Type (see page 12) setting in your printer software. This tells the CX4400 Series what kind of paper you’re using, so the ink coverage can be adjusted accordingly.
CX4400_qg.book Page 15 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Scanning a Photo or Document You can use your CX4400 Series all-in-one to scan a photo or document and save it on your computer or other device, or to fax or e-mail it to someone else. You can even restore and correct photographs as you scan (see page 16). The Epson Scan software provides three scanning modes: ■ Full Auto Mode scans quickly and easily using automatic settings. ■ Home Mode previews your image and provides preset options for scanning.
CX4400_qg.book Page 16 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM You see the Epson Scan standby window: 4. If the Mode setting in the upper right corner is set to Full Auto Mode, click the Scan button. If you are in Home or Professional Mode, you see a different Epson Scan settings window. (You can change the mode using the Mode selector in the upper right corner.) 5. If you want to restore faded color in a photo or change settings, click Customize. Then follow the instructions below. 6. Click OK.
CX4400_qg.book Page 17 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Maintaining Your All-in-One Follow the instructions in this chapter for checking and cleaning the print head nozzles and replacing ink cartridges. Checking the Print Head Nozzles If your printouts are faint or have gaps in them, some of the nozzles in the print head may be clogged or ink may be running low in one or more of the ink cartridges. Follow the steps below to check the print head nozzles. 1. Turn off the all-in-one. 2.
CX4400_qg.book Page 18 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Cleaning the Print Head If print quality has declined and the nozzle check pattern indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean the print head. Note: Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if necessary. If the red B ink light comes on or flashes, you cannot clean the print head. In this case, replace the appropriate ink cartridge first (see page 20). 1. Make sure the all-in-one is on and the B ink light is off. 2.
CX4400_qg.book Page 19 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Checking the Ink Cartridge Status When the red B ink light starts flashing, one or more cartridges are low on ink. You can continue printing until a cartridge needs replacement. When the red B ink light stays on, you need to replace the cartridge(s). Note: Yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of use, and temperature.
CX4400_qg.book Page 20 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 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. 1. Make sure the all-in-one is on and the red B ink light is on but not flashing. 2. Open the scanner and make sure its support locks in place.
CX4400_qg.book Page 21 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 3. Press the y Stop button. The print head moves to the _ position to indicate which cartridge is low or expended. Caution: Do not move the print head by hand; this may damage your all-in-one. Always press and release the y Stop button to move it. 4. Press the y Stop button again. ■ If another cartridge is low or expended, it moves to the _ position. Press the y Stop button again to see if any more cartridges are low or expended.
CX4400_qg.book Page 22 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 5. Open the cartridge cover. 6. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift it 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. 7. Before you open the new cartridge package, shake it four or five times.
CX4400_qg.book Page 23 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 8. Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the ink cartridge. Caution: Do not remove any other labels or seals, or ink will leak. 9. Insert the new ink cartridge into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place. 10. Once you replace all the cartridges that need replacing, close the cartridge cover and push it down until it clicks into place.
CX4400_qg.book Page 24 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 11. Hold the scanner while you release the support. Then close the scanner. Caution: Do not try to close the scanner without releasing the support, or you might damage the CX4400 Series. 12. Press the y Stop button to begin charging the ink. This takes about one and a half minutes. When it’s finished, the P On light stops flashing and remains on, and the B ink light goes out.
CX4400_qg.book Page 25 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Solving Problems If you have a problem with your all-in-one, check the lights on the control panel to diagnose the cause. You can also check “Problems and Solutions” on page 26 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the User’s Guide icon on your computer desktop for more detailed help. Error Indicators Light status Cause Solution P On light Flashing If the other lights are off, your all-in-one may be in sleep mode.
CX4400_qg.book Page 26 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Problems and Solutions Check the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your Epson Stylus CX4400 Series all-in-one. Printing and Copying Problems ■ If one of the Copy buttons don’t work, your all-in-one may be in sleep mode. Press the button again to copy. ■ Make sure your original is positioned in the front right corner of the glass. If the edges are cropped, move your original away from the edges slightly.
CX4400_qg.book Page 27 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Print Quality Problems If you have any problems with the copy or print quality, try these solutions: ■ Make sure the document is placed flat against the document table glass and the all-in-one is not tilted or placed on an uneven surface. ■ Load the paper printable side up (usually the whiter, brighter, or glossy side). ■ Make sure your paper isn’t damp or curled. ■ Use a support sheet with special paper or load your paper one sheet at a time.
CX4400_qg.book Page 28 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Where To Get Help Epson Technical Support Epson provides these technical support services: Internet Support Visit Epson’s support website at epson.com/support and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions.
CX4400_qg.book Page 29 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your Epson Stylus CX4400 Series all-in-one, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the CX4400 Series. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the CX4400 Series label. ■ Use only the power cord that comes with the CX4400 Series. Use of another cord may cause fires or shock. Do not use the cord with any other equipment.
CX4400_qg.book Page 30 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM ■ Unplug the CX4400 Series and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: if the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the product; if the product has been dropped or the case damaged; if the product does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
CX4400_qg.book Page 31 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 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.
CX4400_qg.book Page 32 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM 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: Located at: Epson America, Inc. MS 3-13 3840 Kilroy Airport Way Long Beach, CA 90806 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 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.
CX4400_qg.book Page 33 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Epson America, Inc., Limited Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (“Epson”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that the Epson printer covered by this limited warranty statement, if purchased and operated only in the United States or Canada, will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. For warranty service, you must provide proof of the date of original purchase.
CX4400_qg.book Page 34 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with nonEpson products, or service other than by an Epson Authorized Servicer. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced, you will be held responsible for the costs incurred.
CX4400_qg.book Page 35 Friday, May 4, 2007 10:09 AM Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other equipment.
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