-for use without a computerSafety Instructions Important Safety Instructions .........3 Solving Problems Error Messages .............................. 20 Problems and Solutions ................ 20 Control Panel Functions Control Panel ...................................4 Handling Paper Selecting Paper ...............................6 Loading Paper .................................6 Copying Placing Originals on the Document Table .........................8 Copying Photos ...............................
Where to Find Information Paper manuals Start Here Be sure to read this sheet first. This sheet tells you how to set up the printer and install the software. (this book) Basic Operation Guide -for use without a computerThis book provides information on using the printer without connecting to your computer, such as instructions on copying, or printing from a memory card. If you have problems using the printer, see the Solving Problems chapter in this book.
Important Safety Instructions Before using this printer, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Use only the power cord that comes with the printer. Use of another cord may cause fire or shock. Do not use the cord with any another equipment. ■ Make sure the power cord meets all relevant local safety standards. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the label. ■ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the power cord can be easily unplugged.
Control Panel Functions Control Panel Buttons Buttons Function a Mode * Switches the modes between r Copy, C Memory Card, and J Photo. b Copies (+ and -) Sets the number of copies, or changes the cropping area. c x Menu * Displays detailed settings for each mode. d a b udlr 4-way Scroll Selects photos and menu items. OK Activates the settings you have selected. e y Back Cancels the current operation and returns to the previous menu.
d Press r to open the setting item list. Press u or d to select the setting item and then press OK. e Press l or r to change the displayed photo on the LCD screen. Note: The LCD screen may contain a few small bright or dark spots, and because of its features it may have an uneven brightness. These are normal and do not indicate that it is damaged in any way. Using the LCD screen Follow the instructions below to select and change the setting menus and the photos on the LCD screen.
Handling Paper Selecting Paper Loading Paper Before printing, you need to select the correct paper type setting. This important setting determines how the ink is applied to the paper. 1. Open and extend the paper support. Note: ❏ The availability of special media varies by location. ❏ You can find the part number for the following Epson special papers on the Epson support Web site.
4. Slide the edge guide. English 8. Flip the feeder guard back. 5. Load the paper short edge first, even for landscape printing, with the printable side up. The printable side is often whiter or brighter than the other side. 10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in.) and 13 × 18 cm (5 × 7 in.) Follow the same steps to load A4 paper. 6. Place behind the tabs. A4 7. Slide the edge guide to the right.
Copying Note: ❏ The copied image may not be exactly the same size as the original. ❏ Depending on the type of paper used, print quality may decline in the top and bottom areas of the printout, or these areas may be smeared. 2. Press OK. Note: ❏ If your photos have faded over time, select ON to bring them back to life. Placing Originals on the Document Table 1. Open the document cover and place your original face-down on the document table.
Cropping and enlarging a photo 5. When you have finished checking the cropped image, press OK. Note: The image. icon is displayed on the cropped 6. Select the number of copies. 7. Press x Menu and change the settings (& “Print settings for Photo Print mode” on page 26). Then press OK to apply the new settings. 8. Press x Start. Copying Documents You can crop out the rest of the photo and print just the main subject by itself when you copy a photo. 1.
Printing from a Memory Card Handling a Memory Card Inserting a memory card Note: If a digital camera is connected to the printer, disconnect it before you insert your memory card. 1. Make sure no memory cards are in the slots. Then insert your memory card. c Caution: ❏ Do not insert more than one memory card at a time. ❏ Do not try to force the memory card into the slot. Memory cards will not go all the way in.
1. Make sure the memory card light is not flashing. 2. Remove the memory card by pulling it straight out. Printing Photos 1. Press C Memory Card. Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO MagicGate Memory Stick 2. Select one of the settings in the following table for viewing/printing your photos, and then press OK. Follow the instructions below to select the photos and set the number of copies. Memory Stick Micro* Memory Stick Duo* Memory Stick PRO Duo* MagicGate Memory Stick Duo* (* Adapter required) 2.
3. Press x Menu and change the settings (& “Print settings for Memory Card mode” on page 25). Then press OK. 4. Press x Start. Printing an index sheet Note: This printer retains your settings even after it has been turned off. Cropping and enlarging a photo 1. Press C Memory Card. 2. Select the photo you want to crop with the View and Print Photos option (& “Printing Photos” on page 11). 3. Press G [Display/Crop]. 4. Refer to “Cropping and enlarging a photo” on page 9 and follow steps 4 to 7. 5.
1. Printing an index sheet Good: English 1. Load several sheets of A4-size plain paper (& page 6). 2. Press C Memory Card. NOT good: 3. Select Print Index Sheet, then press OK. 4. Select Print Index Sheet Select. 5. Select the range of photos. Then press OK. Range Select Description All Photos Prints all the photos stored on a memory card. Latest 30 Prints 30/60/90 photos from the latest one in order of the file name. Latest 60 Latest 90 1. In section 1, select the paper size.
Printing from a Digital Camera Using the PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT 6. Connect the USB cable from your camera to the USB port on the front of the printer. PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT let you print your photos by connecting your digital camera directly to the printer. Make sure your camera and photos meet the following requirements. Direct printing compatibility PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT File format JPEG Image size 80 × 80 pixels to 9200 × 9200 pixels USB port 1.
Precautions w Warning: If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If you still have discomfort or vision problems, see a doctor immediately. ■ Never move the print head by hand. ■ When an ink cartridge is expended, you cannot continue printing even if the other cartridges still contain ink. ■ Leave the expended cartridge installed until you have obtained a replacement.
4. Squeeze the tab and lift it straight up. c Caution: Do not refill the ink cartridge. Other products not manufactured by Epson may cause damage that is not covered by Epson's warranties, and under certain circumstances, may cause erratic printer behavior. Note: If it is difficult to remove the cartridge, lift the cartridge with more force until comes out.
English 9. Close the scanner unit. 10. Press OK. The ink delivery system starts charging. c Caution: Do not turn off the printer during ink charging as this will waste ink. Note: If a message on the LCD screen still tells you that a cartridge should be replaced, the ink cartridges may not be installed properly. Press OK again, and press down the ink cartridge until it clicks into place.
Maintenance Checking the Ink Cartridge Status You can check which cartridge is low. 1. Press F [Setup]. 2. Select Ink Levels, then press OK. You see a graphic showing the ink cartridge status: C (Cyan), M (Magenta), Y (Yellow), B (Black) When your ink starts getting low, is displayed. 3. Press y Back to return to the previous screen. 2. Press F [Setup]. (If you have just finished cleaning the print head, you can start the nozzle check by pressing x Start.) 3. 4. 5. 6. Select Maintenance, then press OK.
c Caution: 8. Enter the numbers for the other patterns in the same way. 9. When you finish, press OK and you see a message indicating alignment is complete. Never turn off the printer while head cleaning is in progress. You may damage it. 5. When cleaning finishes, a message is displayed on the LCD screen. Press x Start to print a nozzle check pattern to check the results (& “Checking the print head” on page 18).
Solving Problems See your online User’s Guide for help on using the printer with a computer. Problems and Solutions Error Messages Setup problems Error Messages Solution A printer error has occurred. Turn off the printer, then press On button to turn on. See your documentation. Turn the printer off and then back on. Make sure that no paper is still in the printer. If the error message still appears, contact your dealer. A scanner error has occurred. See your documentation.
If the language displayed on the LCD screen is not the one you want, select the language you want from the Setup menu. Printing and copying problems LCD screen is off. ■ Make sure that the printer is on. ■ Turn off the printer and make sure that the power cord is securely plugged in. ■ Make sure that your outlet works and is not controlled by a wall switch or timer. The printer makes printing sounds, but nothing prints. ■ The print head nozzles may need cleaning (& “Cleaning the print head” on page 18).
■ Align the print head (& “Aligning the Print Head” on page 19). ■ Clean the document table. See your online User's Guide. ■ If a moiré (cross-hatch) pattern appears on your copy, change the zoom setting or shift the position of your original. Your printout is blurry or smeared. ■ Make sure the document is placed flat against the document table. If only part of the image is blurred, your original may be wrinkled or warped. ■ Make sure the printer is not tilted or placed on an uneven surface.
Scan quality problems English Only part of the photo is scanned. ■ The printer has non-readable areas at the edges. Move the photo away from the edges slightly. The file size is too big. ■ Try changing the quality settings. For more solutions If you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting, contact customer support services for assistance. You can find customer support information for your area in your online User's Guide or warranty card.
Summary of Panel Settings Copy Mode Menu Setting Item Description Copies 1 to 99 - Color/B&W Color, B & W - Layout With Border Copies your original with a standard 3-mm margin. Borderless Copies your photo all the way to the edges of the paper. Note: Your image is slightly enlarged and cropped to fill the sheet of paper. Print quality may decline in the top and bottom areas of the printout, or the area may be smeared when printing.
Setting Item Description Quality Draft, Standard, Best - Density -4 to +4 - Expansion Standard, Mid., Min. Select the amount the image is expanded when you select Borderless. Standard: The image is slightly enlarged and cropped to fill the sheet of paper. Mid.: Margins might be printed. (Low expansion rate.) Min.: Margins might be printed. (Lowest expansion rate.) Memory Card Mode Setting Item Description View and Print Photos Prints only the photos that you choose.
Menu Setting Item Description Paper Size 10 x 15 cm, 13 x 18 cm, 16:9 wide, A4 - Layout Borderless Prints your photo all the way to the edges of the paper. Note: Your image is slightly enlarged and cropped to fill the sheet of paper. Print quality may decline in the top and bottom areas of the printout, or the area may be smeared when printing. With Border Prints your photo with a white margin at the edge. Quality Standard, Best - Date None, yyyy.mm.dd, mmm.dd.yyyy, dd.mmm.
Setting Item Description Paper Type Prem. Glossy, Ultra Glossy, Photo Paper, Matte - Paper Size 10 x 15 cm, 13 x 18 cm, A4 - Layout Borderless Copies your photo all the way to the edges of the paper. English Menu Note: Your image is slightly enlarged and cropped to fill the sheet of paper. Print quality may decline in the top and bottom areas of the printout, or the area may be smeared when printing. With Border Copies your original with a standard 3-mm margin.
Supply Ink Cartridges Printer Name Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Stylus CX8300 Series T0731 T0731H T0732 T0733 T0734 Stylus DX8400 Series T0711 T0711H T0712 T0713 T0714 Available ink cartridge sizes vary by location.
