CX4600.
CX4600.book Page 2 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Copying a Photo or Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Placing the Original on the Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Simple Copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CX4600.book Page 4 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Loading Paper Follow the steps below to load letter-size or 4 × 6-inch paper in your CX4600. (See the Reference Guide for instructions on loading other types of media.) 1. Open the paper support and output tray, then slide out the extensions. 2. Flip the feeder guard forward. 3. Slide the left edge guide to the left.
CX4600.book Page 5 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 4. Insert the paper, printable side up, against the right edge guide. Always load it short edge first, even for landscape printing. The printable side is often whiter or brighter than the other side. 4 x 6-inch photo paper You can load up to 100 sheets of plain paper and up to 20 sheets of photo paper. (See the Reference Guide for capacity guidelines on other media types.
CX4600.book Page 6 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Copying a Photo or Document Follow the instructions in this section to: ■ Position your photo or document correctly on the glass (see below) ■ Make simple copies of a photo or document (on page 8) ■ Control copying from your computer using the EPSON Smart Panel™ Copy Utility (on page 10) Placing the Original on the Glass 1. Open the document cover and place your original face-down on the glass, in the upper left corner.
CX4600.book Page 7 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 2. Close the cover gently so you don’t move the original. Caution: Never open the document cover beyond where it stops and do not place heavy objects on top of the CX4600. If you need to copy or scan a thick or large document, you can remove the document cover. Just open it and pull it straight up. If you need to press the document flat while you copy or scan it, do not press too hard and be careful not to move it.
CX4600.book Page 8 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Simple Copying You can make simple copies using either letter-size (8.5 × 11-inch) or 4 × 6-inch paper as described below. If you want to copy to a different size, you need to do it from your computer. See “Printing From Your Computer” on page 19 or your on-screen Reference Guide for instructions. Copying a Letter-size Document 1. Make sure the CX4600 is turned on. 2. Place the document on the glass as described on page 6.
CX4600.book Page 9 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Copying a Photo 1. Make sure the CX4600 is turned on. 2. Place the photo on the glass as described on page 6. Be sure to close the document cover. 3. Load up to 20 sheets of 4 × 6-inch photo paper. (See page 4 if you need instructions.) 4. Press the Copy button until you see the correct number of copies in the Copy window. You can select up to 9 copies at a time this way. To make more than 9 copies, see page 10. 5.
CX4600.book Page 10 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Making 10 or More Copies If you want to make 10 or more copies at a time, press the Copy button until you see “–” in the Copy window. This tells the CX4600 to print up to 100 copies. Load enough paper for the number of copies you want to make (up to 100) and start copying. The CX4600 will continue making copies until it runs out of paper. Then the red m Error light comes on. To make more copies, load more paper and press the x Start button to resume.
CX4600.book Page 11 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 3. Open EPSON Smart Panel. Windows: Select EPSON Smart Panel from the desktop or click Start > All Programs or Programs > EPSON Smart Panel> EPSON Smart Panel. Macintosh: Double-click EPSON Smart Panel on the desktop or select it in the Applications folder and then select EPSON Smart Panel. You see this screen: Click here 4. Click the Copy/Reprint Photos icon.
CX4600.book Page 12 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Restoring Color in Faded Photos 1. From the Copy Utility screen, click the Source Type box. You see this screen: Choose Photo 2. Choose Photo and click OK. You see this screen: Click this box Start copying 3. Click the Color Restoration check box. 4. Change any other copy settings, as necessary. 5. Click the Copy button on the screen to begin copying.
CX4600.book Page 13 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Printing From a Memory Card The CX4600 lets you print photos directly from your digital camera’s memory card; just plug it into the CX4600’s memory card slot and you’re ready to print. If your digital camera supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), you can pre-select the photos you want to print while the card is still in the camera. Then, when you insert the card in the CX4600, it knows which photos to print and how many copies of each.
CX4600.book Page 14 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM The CX4600 supports image files that meet the following requirements: Media format DCF version 1.0 compliant* File format JPEG**, DOS FAT (FAT 12 or 16, one partition) taken with a DCF version 1.
CX4600.book Page 15 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 3. Make sure the memory card light is off and that no cards are in any of the slots. Then insert your card into the correct slot. (See page 13 for details.) Insert just one card at a time Memory card light The memory card light flashes and then stays on. 4. Close the memory card door.
CX4600.book Page 16 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Printing the Index Sheet 1. Make sure your CX4600 is not connected to your computer (or your computer is turned off ). 2. Load several sheets of letter-size, plain paper. (Use only letter-size paper to print the index sheet.) Up to 30 images are printed on each page, so if there are more than 30 photos on the memory card, you’ll need enough sheets for all the index pages to be printed. 3. Insert the memory card if it is not already in the slot (see page 14).
CX4600.book Page 17 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 2. Place the index sheet face-down on the glass, in the upper left corner, so that the top of the sheet is aligned against the left edge of the glass. 3. Close the document cover. 4. Load the type of paper you want to use (see page 4). Load enough sheets for the number of photos you’ll be printing. 5. Make sure the Print From Index Sheet light is on. 6. Select Plain Paper or Photo Paper (whichever you loaded).
CX4600.book Page 18 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Printing All Photos or DPOF Photos Follow the steps below to print one copy of each photo on the card or to print only those photos that were pre-selected with your camera’s DPOF feature. 1. Insert the memory card (see page 14). 2. Load the type of paper you want to use (see page 4). Load enough sheets for the number of photos you’ll be printing. 3. Press the Memory Card button until the Print All/DPOF light comes on.
CX4600.book Page 19 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Printing From Your Computer This section describes the basic steps for printing a photo or document stored on your Windows or Macintosh computer. Note: For detailed instructions on printing, see the on-screen Reference Guide. Before you start, make sure you’ve installed your printer software and connected the CX4600 to your computer as described on the Start Here sheet.
CX4600.book Page 20 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 4. Make sure EPSON Stylus CX4600 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.) 5.
CX4600.book Page 21 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 6. For more printing options, click the Advanced button.
CX4600.book Page 22 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Printing With Macintosh OS X If you’re using an OS X-compatible application, follow the steps below to print. (If you’re using OS 9 or an application that’s compatible only with Macintosh Classic mode, see the Reference Guide.) 1. Load paper (see page 4). 2. Open the photo or document in your application. 3. Select Page Setup from the File menu.
CX4600.book Page 23 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 6. Choose Print Settings from the pull-down list and select the following settings as necessary: Select your Media Type (see page 25) Select Color or Black ink Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) Select Automatic mode Note: For more information about printer settings, click the ? button. 7.
CX4600.book Page 24 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 8. Click the Advanced button to change these settings: Select Photo RPM for the best print quality on certain paper types Note: For more information on advanced settings, or instructions on saving them as a group so you can reuse them later, click ?. 9. Click Print. 10. To monitor the progress of your print job, click the appears in the dock on the bottom of your desktop. CX4600 icon when it If you’re using OS X 10.2.
CX4600.book Page 25 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Using Special Papers For the best results, use the following special Epson papers. To order, contact your dealer or call the Epson StoreSM at (800) 873-7766, or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. Paper name Size Part number Epson DURABrite Ink Glossy Photo Paper (recommended for photography) Borderless 4 × 6 inches S041734 Letter (8.
CX4600.book Page 26 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Scanning a Photo or Document You can use the CX4600 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. This section gets you started using EPSON Scan. Note: You can also use EPSON Smart Panel to scan. See the Reference Guide (or Smart Panel Help) for more information.
CX4600.book Page 27 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Note: If you need to scan a thick document, you can remove the document cover. See page 7. 2. Close the cover gently so you don’t move the original. 3. If you are scanning from an application, start your application. Then open the File menu and choose Import or Acquire and select EPSON Stylus CX4600. If EPSON Scan is set to the default Full Auto Mode, it starts previewing your image. To switch modes, click the Pause button at the bottom of the screen.
CX4600.book Page 28 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM You see one of the following screens: Home Mode Professional Mode 5. Click the Preview button. After a moment, your image appears in the Preview window. 6. Choose the Document Type, Image Type, and Destination settings (in Home mode) or the Original and Destination settings (Professional mode) that match the type of image you’re scanning and the way you want to print or view it. Size and adjust your image settings as necessary.
CX4600.book Page 29 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Maintaining Your CX4600 If you notice a decline in print quality, follow the instructions in this chapter for: ■ “Checking the Print Head Nozzles and Ink” (below) ■ “Cleaning the Print Head” on page 30 ■ “Replacing Ink Cartridges” on page 31 Checking the Print Head Nozzles and Ink 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.
CX4600.book Page 30 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Cleaning the Print Head If your printouts are unexpectedly light or faint, or you notice light or dark bands across your printout, you may need to clean the print head. This unclogs the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. Run a nozzle check as described on page 29 to see if the print head needs cleaning. Note: Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if quality declines and the nozzle check indicates that the print head needs to be cleaned.
CX4600.book Page 31 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Replacing Ink Cartridges When the red B ink light starts flashing, one or more cartridges are low on ink. When the red B ink light stays on, you need to replace the cartridge(s). You’ll also see a message on your screen when you print, telling you which cartridge is low or empty. You can purchase ink cartridges from the Epson Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
CX4600.book Page 32 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 3. Press and release the B ink button. The ink cartridge holder moves to the check position and the On and B ink lights flash. If one of the cartridges is low or empty, the CX4600 moves that cartridge to the _ ink out mark. Note: Do not hold down the B ink button; when held down for 3 or more seconds, it tells the printer to start cleaning the print head. Caution: Do not move the print head by hand; this may damage the CX4600.
CX4600.book Page 33 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 5. Open the cartridge cover and squeeze the tab at the back of the empty/low cartridge and lift it straight out. 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. 6. Before you open the new ink cartridge package, shake it four or five times. Then remove it from the package.
CX4600.book Page 34 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 7. Place the new ink cartridge into the cartridge holder and push it down until it clicks into place. 8. Replace any other cartridges that need to be replaced. 9. Close the ink cartridge cover and press it until it clicks into place. 10. Close the scanner.
CX4600.book Page 35 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 11. Press the B ink button. The CX4600 begins charging ink and the On light starts flashing. This takes about one minute. When it’s finished, the On light stops flashing and remains on, and the B ink light goes out. Caution: Never turn off the CX4600 while the On light is flashing or you’ll waste ink. Note: If the B ink light stays on (not flashing), the ink cartridge may not be installed correctly.
CX4600.book Page 36 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Solving Problems If you have a problem with your Stylus CX4600, check the lights on the control panel and the number or letter in the Copy window to diagnose what may be causing it. You can also check “Problems and Solutions” on page 38 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the CX4600 Reference Guide icon on your computer desktop for more detailed help.
CX4600.book Page 37 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Light: status LED message Cause Solution Error: Flashing 1 A memory card is inserted that is not supported by the CX4600. Remove the incompatible memory card. (See page 13.) The inserted memory card does not contain any valid images. See page 13. 2 An index sheet was not recognized because it is not positioned correctly. Position the index sheet correctly on the glass, aligning the top of it with the left edge of the glass.
CX4600.book Page 38 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Problems and Solutions Check the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your CX4600. Copying Problems ■ Make sure your original is positioned in the top left corner of the glass. Place it 1/10 inch from the edges to avoid cropping. ■ Make sure your paper is loaded short edge first and is positioned against the right edge guide with the left edge guide against its left side. Don’t load paper above the arrow mark inside the left edge guide.
CX4600.book Page 39 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 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 CX4600 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.
CX4600.book Page 40 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Where To Get Help Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services listed in the following table. Service Access World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach Epson Support at http://support.epson.com. At this site, you can download drivers and other files, look at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through e-mail.
CX4600.book Page 41 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your CX4600, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the CX4600. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the CX4600 label. ■ Use only the power cord that comes with the CX4600. Use of another cord may cause fires or shock. Do not use the cord with any other equipment. ■ Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.
CX4600.book Page 42 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM ■ Turn off and unplug the CX4600 before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on it. ■ Always turn the CX4600 off using the P On button. Don’t turn off the power using a switch on a power strip or unplug the CX4600 until the On light is off. ■ Except as specifically explained in your documentation, do not attempt to service the CX4600 yourself.
CX4600.book Page 43 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM ■ Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could result in damage to the print head. ■ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge. This may affect normal operation and printing. ■ If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust and store it in the same environment as the CX4600.
CX4600.book Page 44 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
CX4600.book Page 45 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Epson Type of Product: Multifunction printer Model: C181A Epson America, Inc.
CX4600.book Page 46 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty does not apply to refurbished or reconditioned products. This warranty covers only normal use in the United States and Canada. This warranty is not transferable. This warranty does not cover any color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of materials or services required for reprinting.
CX4600.book Page 47 Friday, May 28, 2004 1:48 PM 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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