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Epson B 310N User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Copyright And Trademarks

    Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers. Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third parties as a result of accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows ........
  • Page 4 Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6....... . .
  • Page 5 Purchasing Epson Cartridges ........
  • Page 6 Setting Up the Printer on a Network ......... . 138 Setting Up Your Computers to Use the Printer ......138 Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Diagnosing the Problem .
  • Page 7 Epson Technical Support........
  • Page 8 Mechanical............173 Electrical .

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    ❏ Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the printer. ❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s label. ❏ Use only the power cord that comes with the printer. Use of another cord may result in fire or electric shock.

  • Page 10: Choosing A Place For The Printer

    The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted at an angle. ❏ When storing or transporting the printer, do not tilt it, stand it on its side, or turn it upside down. Otherwise, ink may leak from the ink packs.

  • Page 11: Handling Ink Cartridges

    ❏ Always turn off the printer using the P Power button. When this button is pressed, the P Power light flashes. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the outlet until the P Power light stops flashing.

  • Page 12: Warnings, Cautions, And Notes

    However, each time the cartridge is inserted, some ink is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check. 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 this product.
  • Page 13 Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of the printer. Safety Instructions...

  • Page 14: Chapter 1 Using Your Software

    Overview of Printer Driver and Status Monitor The printer driver lets you choose from a wide variety of settings to get the best printing results. Status Monitor and the printer utilities help you check the printer and keep it in top operating condition.

  • Page 15: Accessing The Printer Driver For Mac Os X

    Right-click the printer icon on the taskbar, then select Printer Settings. To add a shortcut icon to the Windows taskbar, first access the printer driver from the Start menu as described above. Next, click the Maintenance tab, the Speed & Progress button, and then the Monitoring Preferences button.

  • Page 16: Uninstalling The Printer Software

    EPSON Printer You can access this software in the following three ways: Utility3 ❏ Double-click the EPSON Printer Utility3 icon in the Applications folder in Macintosh HD. Select the printer from the Printer List, then click OK. ❏ Click Print from your application’s File menu, choose Print Settings in the Print window that is displayed, then click the Utility icon is not displayed when the printer is shared.
  • Page 17 Windows 2000: Click Start, point to Settings, and select Control Panel. 3. Windows 7 and Windows Vista and Server 2008: Click Uninstall a program from the Programs category, and then select EPSON Printer Software from the list. Windows XP and 2000: Select Add/Remove Programs and then select EPSON Printer Software from the list.

  • Page 18: Uninstalling The User's Guide

    3. Double-click the Mac OS X icon in the Epson folder. The CD Installer screen is displayed. Click Custom Install. 4. Select Printer Driver. Note: If the Authenticate dialog appears, enter your password or phrase and click OK. 5. Read the software license agreement and click Accept.
  • Page 19 Limited account user. 1. Quit all running applications. 2. Insert the Epson printer software CD-ROM into your Macintosh. 3. Double-click the Mac OS X icon in the Epson folder. The CD Installer screen is displayed. Click Custom Install. 4. Select User’s Guide.

  • Page 20: Chapter 2 Paper Handling

    You can achieve best results with most types of plain bond paper. However, coated papers can also be used. Epson provides special papers that are formulated for the ink used in Epson ink jet printers, and recommends these papers to ensure high-quality results.

  • Page 21: Loading Paper

    ❏ The output tray has a maximum capacity of 170 sheets. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central 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). Loading Paper...

  • Page 22: Front Paper Cassette

    Front Paper Cassette 1. Pull out the front paper cassette. Note: ❏ The B-310N and the standard-sized front paper cassette are shown throughout. ❏ If the legal-size paper cassette (optional for the B-310N) is attached instead of the front paper cassette, raise its cover and flip it open. 2.
  • Page 23 5. Squeeze the edge guides and slide them against the paper until they click. Note: If the legal-size paper cassette is attached instead of the front paper cassette, close its cover. 6. Gently reinsert the cassette into the printer. Paper Handling...

  • Page 24: Rear Sheet Feeder

    7. Slide out and extend the extension tray. Note: ❏ Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be fully ejected. ❏ Make sure the paper stack fits under the c arrow mark inside the left edge guide.
  • Page 25 Then slide the edge guide against the left edge of the paper. Note: ❏ Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be fully ejected. ❏ Always load paper into the rear sheet feeder short edge first, even when you are printing landscape-oriented pictures.

  • Page 26: Using The Optional Legal-Size Paper Support

    Using the Optional Legal-Size Paper Support Align the legal-size paper support with the right side of the paper support and attach it as shown. You can load up to 60 sheets of plain legal-size paper (up to 20 lb or 75 g/m²). Do not leave legal-size paper in the rear sheet feeder when you are not printing, or the sheets may curl.
  • Page 27 2. Slide out and extend the extension tray. 3. Slide the left edge guide to the left. 4. Load envelopes short edge first with the flap facing down and to the left. Then slide the left edge guide against the left edge of the envelopes. Note: ❏...

  • Page 28: Setting Up The Output Tray

    The printer automatically adjusts itself for the type of paper you select in your print settings. That is why the paper type or media type setting is so important. It tells your printer what kind of paper you are using and adjusts the ink coverage accordingly. The table below lists the settings you should choose for your paper.

  • Page 29: Chapter 3 Basic Printing

    Chapter 3 Basic Printing Introduction This section guides you through the procedures for different kinds of printing. Printing Documents Explains how to print documents on various types of paper. & See “Printing Documents” on page 30. Printing Photos Explains how to print photos on various types of paper. &...

  • Page 30: Printing On Envelopes

    Loading Paper Refer to the section below for details on loading paper. & See “Loading Paper” on page 21. When using special Epson paper, refer to the section below. & See “Using Special Paper” on page 20. Printer Settings for Windows 1.
  • Page 31 & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14. 3. Click the Main tab, then select one of the following Quality Option settings: ❏ Draft for rough drafts with reduced print quality ❏ Text for text-only documents with higher text quality ❏...

  • Page 32: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.5 And 10.6

    Follow these steps to adjust your printer settings. 1. Open the file you want to print. 2. Access the Print dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 3. Click the d button to extend this dialog. Basic Printing...
  • Page 33 4. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, and then make suitable settings. Note: Depending on your application, you may not be able to select some of the items in this dialog. If so, click Page Setup on the File menu of your application, and then make suitable settings.

  • Page 34: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.4

    & See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type” on page 28. 7. Click Print to start printing. Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.4 1. Open the file you want to print. 2. Access the Page Setup dialog.
  • Page 35 4. Click OK to close the Page Setup dialog. 5. Access the Print dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 6. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting. Then make the Copies & Pages settings. Basic Printing...

  • Page 36: Printing Photos

    7. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. 8. Make the settings that you want to use to print. See online help for details of Print Settings. & See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type” on page 28. 9.

  • Page 37: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Refer to the section below for details on loading paper. & See “Loading Paper” on page 21. When using special Epson paper, refer to the section below. & See “Using Special Paper” on page 20. Printer Settings for Windows Follow these steps to adjust your printer settings.

  • Page 38: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.5 And 10.6

    Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 Follow these steps to adjust your printer settings. 1. Access the Print dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 2. Click the d button to extend this dialog. Basic Printing...
  • Page 39 3. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, and then make suitable settings. Note: Depending on your application, you may not be able to select some of the items in this dialog. If so, click Page Setup on the File menu of your application, and then make suitable settings.

  • Page 40: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.4

    After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job. Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.4 Follow these steps to adjust your printer settings. 1. Access the Page Setup dialog. Basic Printing...
  • Page 41 3. Click OK to close the Page Setup dialog. 4. Access the Print dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 5. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting. Then make the Copies & Pages settings. Basic Printing...

  • Page 42: Printing On Envelopes

    6. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. 7. Make the settings that you want to use to print. See online help for details of Print Settings. & See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type” on page 28. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job.

  • Page 43: Printer Settings For Windows

    & See “Printable Area” on page 171. Printer Settings for Windows 1. Access the printer settings. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14. 2. Click the Main tab, then select one of the following Quality Option settings: ❏ Text for most envelopes ❏...

  • Page 44: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.5 And 10.6

    2. Click the d button to extend this dialog. 3. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, and then select a suitable envelope size as the Paper Size setting. You can also define a custom envelope size.
  • Page 45 4. Select Landscape as the Orientation setting. Note: Depending on your application, you may not be able to select some of the items in this dialog. If so, click Page Setup on the File menu of your application, and then make suitable settings. Basic Printing...

  • Page 46: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.4

    7. Make other settings that you want to use to print. See online help for details of Print Settings. 8. Click Print to start printing. Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.4 1. Access the Page Setup dialog. Basic Printing...
  • Page 47 5. Click OK to close the Page Setup dialog. 6. Access the Print dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 7. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, then make the Copies & Pages settings. Basic Printing...

  • Page 48: Canceling Printing

    11. Click Print to start printing. Canceling Printing If you need to cancel printing, follow the instructions in the appropriate section below. Using the Cancel Button on the Printer Press the + Cancel button to cancel a print job in progress. Canceling from Windows When you start printing, the progress meter appears on your computer screen.

  • Page 49: Canceling From Mac Os X

    Click the Stop button to cancel printing. Canceling from Mac OS X Follow the steps below to cancel a print job. 1. Click your printer icon in the Dock. 2. In the Document Name list, select the document that is printing. Basic Printing...
  • Page 50 3. Click the Delete button to cancel the print job. Basic Printing...

  • Page 51: Chapter 4 Printing With Special Layout Options

    & See “Double-sided (Duplex) Printing” on page 53. Fit to Page Printing Lets you automatically enlarge or reduce the size of your document to fit the paper size selected in the printer driver. & See “Fit to Page Printing” on page 73. Printing with Special Layout Options...

  • Page 52: Pages Per Sheet Printing

    Pages Per Sheet Printing Lets you print two or four pages on a single sheet of paper. & See “Pages Per Sheet Printing” on page 81. Poster Printing (for Windows only) Lets you enlarge material on a single document page to cover 4, 9, or 16 printed sheets of paper, and then make a poster.

  • Page 53: Double-Sided (Duplex) Printing

    For example, you can put “Confidential” on an important document. Double-sided (Duplex) Printing Two types of double-sided printing are available: standard and folded booklet. Standard double-sided printing lets you automatically print on both sides of the page (on plain paper only), using the duplex unit. Without the duplex unit, you can print the odd-numbered pages first.
  • Page 54 Folded booklet double-sided printing allows you to make single-fold booklets. The pages that will appear on the outside (after the page is folded) are printed first. The pages that will appear inside the booklet can then be printed after you reload the paper into the printer. ✽: Binding edge You can create a booklet by printing pages 1 and 4 on the first sheet of paper, pages 5 and 8 on the second sheet, and pages 9 and 12 on the third sheet.

  • Page 55: Standard Double-Sided Printing For Windows

    Note: The duplex unit is standard on the B-510DN and available as an option for the B-310N. Automatic double-sided printing supports plain paper and Epson Bright White Paper only. Thick plain paper is not supported for automatic double-sided printing. 1. Access the printer settings.
  • Page 56 You can also adjust the margins to allow for binding your pages. Note: Automatic double-sided printing supports plain paper and Epson Bright White Paper only. 1. Access the printer settings. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14.
  • Page 57 3. Click the Page Layout tab. 4. Select Auto under 2-sided printing to use the automatic double-sided printing function. 5. Click Adjust Print Density to open the Print Density Adjustment window. 6. Select the appropriate document type as the Select Document Type setting. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 58 12. Click OK to return to the Page Layout window. Then click OK to save your settings. 13. Load paper into the printer, then send the print job from your application. & See “Loading Paper” on page 21. Note: Do not try to pull out your prints before both sides of the page are printed.
  • Page 59 1. Access the printer settings. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14. 2. Click the Main tab, then select one of the following Quality Option settings: ❏ Draft for rough drafts with reduced print quality ❏ Text for text-only pages ❏...
  • Page 60 5. Select the appropriate Size setting. 6. Select Portrait (tall) or Landscape (wide) to change the orientation of your printout. 7. Click the Page Layout tab. 8. Select Manual under 2-sided printing to use manual double-sided printing function. 9. Click Margins to open the Margins window. Printing with Special Layout Options...

  • Page 61: Standard Double-Sided Printing For Mac Os X 10.5 And 10.6

    10. Specify the edge of the paper where the binding will be placed. You can choose Left, Top, or Right. 11. Choose cm or inch as the Unit setting. Then specify the width of the binding margin. You can enter any width from 0.12 to 1.18 inches, or from 0.3 to 3.0 cm. Note: The actual binding margin may be different from the specified settings depending on your application.
  • Page 62 1. Access the EPSON Printer Utility3 dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 2. Click the Printer and Option Information button. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 63 OK. 4. Close the EPSON Printer Utility3 dialog. 5. Access the Print dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 6. Click the d button to extend this dialog. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 64 7. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, and then make suitable settings. Note: Depending on your application, you may not be able to select some of the items in this dialog. If so, click Page Setup on the File menu of your application, and then make suitable settings.
  • Page 65 8. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. 9. Select Plain Paper/Bright White Paper as the Media Type setting. 10. Make other settings that you want to use to print. See online help for details of Print Settings. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 66 Ink Drying Time. Note: If you are printing high-density data, such as photos or graphs, we recommend adjusting the Print Density. 15. Load paper into the printer, and click Print. & See “Loading Paper” on page 21. Printing with Special Layout Options...

  • Page 67: Standard Double-Sided Printing For Mac Os X 10.4

    ❏ Thick plain paper is not supported for automatic double-sided printing. 1. Access the EPSON Printer Utility3 dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 2. Click the Printer and Option Information button. 3. Make sure that Duplexer Installed is displayed in the Auto Duplex Printing Information section, and then click OK.
  • Page 68 9. Access the Print dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 10. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. 11. Select Plain Paper / Bright White Paper as the Media Type setting. 12. Make the settings that you want to use to print. See online help for details of Print Settings.

  • Page 69: Folded Booklet Double-Sided Printing (For Windows Only)

    If you are printing high-density data, such as photos or graphs, we recommend adjusting the Print Density. 17. Load paper into the printer, and click Print. & See “Loading Paper” on page 21. Folded Booklet Double-sided Printing (for Windows only) Manual double-sided printing Use the following steps to create a folded booklet.
  • Page 70 1. Access the printer settings. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14. 2. Click the Main tab, then select one of the following Quality Option settings: ❏ Draft for rough drafts with reduced print quality ❏ Text for text-only pages ❏...
  • Page 71 5. Select the appropriate Size setting. 6. Select Portrait (tall) or Landscape (wide) to change the orientation of your printout. 7. Click the Page Layout tab and select Manual under 2-sided Printing. Then select the Folded Booklet check box. 8. Click Margins to open the Margins window. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 72 ❏ The paper may curl during printing due to the amount of ink used. Should this occur, slightly curl the sheets in the opposite direction before reloading them. ❏ Align the sheet stack by tapping its edges against a hard, flat surface before reloading it in the printer. Landscape Printing with Special Layout Options...

  • Page 73: Fit To Page Printing

    Fit to Page printing automatically resizes your page to the paper size you select. You can also resize your page manually. Printer Settings for Windows 1. Access the printer settings. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 74 & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14. 2. Click the Main tab, then select one of the following Quality Option settings: ❏ Draft for rough drafts with reduced print quality ❏ Text for text-only pages ❏ Text & Image for higher quality pages with text and images ❏...

  • Page 75: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.5 And 10.6

    ❏ If you selected By Percentage, use the arrows to choose a percentage. 9. Click OK to close the printer settings window. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job.
  • Page 76 & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 2. Click the d button to extend this dialog. 3. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, and then make suitable settings. Note: Depending on your application, you may not be able to select some of the items in this dialog.
  • Page 77 4. Select Paper Handling from the pop-up menu. 5. Select the Scale to fit paper size. 6. Make sure that the appropriate size is displayed in Destination Paper Size. Printing with Special Layout Options...

  • Page 78: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.4

    & See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type” on page 28. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job. Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.4 1. Access the Page Setup dialog. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 79 4. Access the Print dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 5. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, then make the Copies & Pages settings. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 80 6. Select Paper Handling from the pop-up menu. 7. Select Scale to fit paper size as the Destination Paper Size. 8. Select the appropriate paper size from the pop-up menu. 9. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. 10. Make the settings that you want to use to print. See online help for details of Print Settings.

  • Page 81: Pages Per Sheet Printing

    After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job. Pages Per Sheet Printing Pages Per Sheet printing allows you to print two or four pages on single sheets of paper. Printer Settings for Windows 1. Access the printer settings. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 82 & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14. 2. Click the Main tab, then select one of the following Quality Option settings: ❏ Draft for rough drafts with reduced print quality ❏ Text for text-only pages ❏ Text & Image for higher quality pages with text and images ❏...
  • Page 83 Some settings may be unavailable, depending on the Orientation setting on the Main window. 9. Click OK to close the printer settings window. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job.

  • Page 84: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.5 And 10.6

    & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 2. Click the d button to extend this dialog. 3. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, and then make suitable settings. Note: Depending on your application, you may not be able to select some of the items in this dialog.
  • Page 85 4. Select Layout from the pop-up menu. 5. Select from the following settings: Pages per Prints multiple pages of your document on a single piece of paper. Sheet You can choose from 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, or 16. Layout Allows you to specify the order in which the pages will be printed on Direction the sheet of paper.

  • Page 86: Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.4

    & See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type” on page 28. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job. Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.4 1. Access the Page Setup dialog. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 87 4. Access the Print dialog. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15. 5. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, then make the Copies & Pages settings. Printing with Special Layout Options...
  • Page 88 6. Select Layout from the pop-up menu. 7. Select from the following settings: Pages per Prints multiple pages of your document on a single piece of paper. Sheet You can choose from 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, or 16. Layout Allows you to specify the order in which the pages will be printed on Direction the sheet of paper.

  • Page 89: Poster Printing (For Windows Only)

    8. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. 9. Make the settings that you want to use to print. See online help for details of Print Settings. & See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type” on page 28. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job.

  • Page 90: Printer Settings

    Printer Settings 1. Access the printer settings. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14. 2. Click the Main tab, then select one of the following Quality Option settings: ❏ Draft for rough drafts with reduced print quality ❏...
  • Page 91 & See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type” on page 28. 5. Select the appropriate Size setting. 6. Select Portrait (tall) or Landscape (wide) to change the orientation of your printout. 7. Click the Page Layout tab and select Multi-Page, then select Poster Printing. Click the up or down arrow to select 2x1, 2x2, 3x3, or 4x4.
  • Page 92 8. Click Settings to adjust the way your poster will be printed. The Poster Settings window opens. 9. Make the following settings: Print Cutting Prints guide lines for cutting. Guides Overlapping Slightly overlaps the panels and prints alignment markers so that the Alignment panels can be aligned more precisely.

  • Page 93: How To Make A Poster From Your Printouts

    How to Make a Poster from Your Printouts Here is an example of how to make a poster with 2x2 selected under Poster Printing and Overlapping Alignment Marks selected as the Print Cutting Guides. 1. Cut off the margin of Sheet 1 along a vertical line through the center of the top and bottom cross marks: 2.

  • Page 94: Watermark Printing (For Windows Only)

    4. Align the edges of the paper using the alignment markers and tape them together from the back: 5. Repeat the instructions from step 1 to step 4 to tape Sheets 3 and 4 together. 6. Repeat the instructions from step 1 to step 4 to tape the top and bottom edges of the paper: 7.

  • Page 95: Printing The Watermark

    Printing the Watermark 1. Access the printer settings. & See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14. 2. Click the Main tab, then select one of the following Quality Option settings: ❏ Draft for rough drafts with reduced print quality ❏...
  • Page 96 6. Select Portrait (tall) or Landscape (wide) to change the orientation of your printout. 7. Click the Page Layout tab, choose the desired watermark from the Watermark list, then click Settings. If you want to create your own watermark, see the following instructions. &...

  • Page 97: Creating Your Own Watermark

    9. Click OK to return to the Page Layout window. 10. Click OK to close the printer settings window. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job.
  • Page 98 1. Click Add/Del under Watermark on the Page Layout window. The following window appears. 2. Do one of the following: ❏ To use an image file as a watermark, select BMP. Click Browse to locate the bitmap file you want to use, then click Open. Type a name for your watermark in the Name text box, then click Save.
  • Page 99 4. Click Settings. The following window appears: 5. Make sure that the appropriate watermark is selected in the Watermark list, then select Color, Position, Density, Size, Font, Style, and Angle settings. (For details, see the online help.) Your settings are reflected in the preview window. 6.

  • Page 100: Chapter 5 Using The Control Panel

    Using the Control Panel Introduction You can use the printer’s control panel to access a variety of menus that allow you to check the status of consumable products, print status sheets, and make printer settings. This section describes how to use the control panel.
  • Page 101 Feeds the paper when paper feed failed. OK button The table below describes the meanings of the lights on the control panel. The lights let you know the status of the printer and the type of an error when it occurs. Light Description...

  • Page 102: Icons On The Lcd

    The installed ink cartridge is nearly expended. The maintenance box is nearing the end of its service life. No paper is loaded in the paper source. The printer loads more than one sheet of paper at a time. Paper status light Flashing: (orange) Paper is jammed.

  • Page 103: How To Access The Control Panel Menus

    6. Press the d Down or u Up button to scroll through the parameters. The ink cartridge is not installed. The installed ink cartridges cannot be used with the printer. Description The icon gives a rough estimate of the remaining capacity of the maintenance box.

  • Page 104: Control Panel Menu List

    OK button to execute the function for the item. After execution, the printer returns to the previous menu. 8. Press the + Cancel button. The printer returns to the Ready status. Control Panel Menu List This section describes the parameter for each item in the menu.
  • Page 105 You can clean the print head. You can also print a nozzle check pattern before cleaning. Auto Cleaning This printer automatically checks the print head nozzles without printing a pattern and cleans the nozzles if they are clogged. Some ink is consumed from all cartridges while checking the print head nozzles.

  • Page 106: Network Setting Menu

    IP address, Subnet mask, Default gateway You can set the IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway to the printer. To change the parameter, press the l Left or r Right button to move cursor and the u Up or d Down button to change number.

  • Page 107: Status And Error Messages

    ❏ The password is limited to 8 characters. ❏ Alphanumeric characters are available for the password. ❏ If you forget the password, contact Epson support. & See “Epson Technical Support” on page 164. Lock Setting You can lock the LCD panel to make it childproof, or to prevent unexpected changes made by using the LCD panel.
  • Page 108 Paper is not loaded in the front paper cassette. Set paper in auto Paper is not loaded in the rear feeder sheet feeder. Contact Epson to replace the parts. & See “Where To Get Help” on page 164. Perform a nozzle check and print head cleaning.

  • Page 109: Printing The Status Sheet

    Right button. 5. Press the OK button to start printing a status sheet. After printing is finished, the printer returns to the Test print menu. Entering the Password When you want to set or change the password from the Password menu, or press the r Right button to enter the Menus after the LCD panel is locked, you need to enter the password.
  • Page 110 2. Press the r Right button to determine the character. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until you have entered the password. 4. Once all the characters are set, press the OK button. Using the Control Panel...

  • Page 111: Chapter 6 Installing Options

    Installing the Optional Duplex Unit Follow the steps below to install the duplex unit. 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Press the hooks on both sides of the upper rear printer cover, and then remove the upper rear printer cover. Installing Options...

  • Page 112: Uninstalling The Optional Duplex Unit

    Note: Keep the upper rear printer cover, since it must be in place should you remove the duplexing unit later. 3. Insert the bottom side of the duplex unit first, and then attach the duplex unit. Uninstalling the Optional Duplex Unit Follow the steps below to uninstall the duplex unit.

  • Page 113: Optional Legal-Size Paper Cassette

    Optional Legal-size Paper Cassette Installing the Optional Legal-size Paper Cassette Gently insert the legal-size paper cassette into the front of the printer, underneath the paper output tray. The legal-size paper cassette extends past the edge of the paper output tray when installed correctly.

  • Page 114: Chapter 7 Replacing Consumables

    Using the Printer Utility for Windows Note: Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine ink. If non-genuine ink cartridges are installed, the ink cartridge status will not be displayed. To check the ink cartridge status, do one of the following: ❏...
  • Page 115 If any of the ink cartridges installed in the printer is broken, incompatible with the printer model, or improperly installed, EPSON Status Monitor 3 will not display an accurate calculation of the ink cartridge status. Be sure to replace or reinstall any ink cartridges indicated by EPSON Status Monitor 3.
  • Page 116 Note: To display the progress meter automatically, click the Maintenance tab in the printer driver window, click Speed & Progress, and then select the Show Progress Meter check box. Replacing Consumables...
  • Page 117 2. Click the EPSON StatusMonitor button. The EPSON StatusMonitor appears. Note: ❏ The graphic displays the ink cartridge status when EPSON StatusMonitor was first opened. To update the ink cartridge status, click Update. ❏ Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine ink. If non-genuine ink cartridges are installed, the ink cartridge status may not be displayed.

  • Page 118: Purchasing Epson Cartridges

    T6164 Note: ❏ We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage. ❏ The printer ships with full cartridges and part of the ink from this first set of cartridges is used for charging the printer.
  • Page 119 Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge, or High Capacity Ink Cartridge. One of these cartridges is needed when you transport the printer. ❏ The use of other products not manufactured by Epson may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage that is not covered by Epson’s warranties.

  • Page 120: Replacing An Ink Cartridge

    To replace the ink cartridge, follow the steps below. 1. Open the cartridge cover. 2. Move the cartridge lever to the unlocked position. 3. Remove the expended ink cartridge. Note: Hold the printer with your hand when you remove the ink cartridge. Replacing Consumables...
  • Page 121 4. Remove the new ink cartridge from the package. Caution: ❏ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge. This can damage the ink cartridge. ❏ Always install an ink cartridge immediately after removing the old cartridge. If the cartridge is not installed promptly, the print head may dry out and be unable to print.
  • Page 122 6. Hold the ink cartridge with the arrow mark facing up and pointing to the rear of the printer, and then insert it into the slot. Note: Hold the printer with your hand when you install the ink cartridge. Caution: Do not remove and reinsert cartridges more often than necessary. Doing so can compromise the needle valve seal and allow air to enter the ink tubes, causing nozzle loss.

  • Page 123: Maintenance Box

    1. Make sure that READY appears on the LCD screen, and then press the r Right button. MENU appears on the LCD screen. 2. Press the d Down or u Up button to select PRINTER STATUS, and then press the OK or r Right button.
  • Page 124 For Windows Note: Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine maintenance boxes. If a non-genuine maintenance box is installed, the maintenance box status will not be displayed. To check the maintenance box status, do one of the following: ❏...
  • Page 125 ❏ The printer ships with a new maintenance box, even though the service life indicator does not show 100% when the printer is new. EPSON Status Monitor 3 and the printer’s control panel will indicate when the maintenance box needs to be replaced.

  • Page 126: Purchasing A Replacement Maintenance Box

    2. Click the EPSON StatusMonitor button. The EPSON StatusMonitor appears. Note: ❏ The graphic displays the maintenance box status when EPSON StatusMonitor was first opened. To update the maintenance box status, click Update. ❏ Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine maintenance boxes. If non-genuine maintenance boxes are installed, the maintenance box status may not be displayed.

  • Page 127: Handling Precautions

    Handling Precautions Read all of the instructions in this section before replacing the maintenance box. ❏ Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson maintenance boxes. The use of a non-genuine maintenance box may cause damage that is not covered by Epson’s warranties, and under certain circumstances, may cause erratic printer behavior.
  • Page 128 Note: ❏ Do not tilt the maintenance box when you remove it. ❏ Hold the maintenance box with both hands when you handle it. 5. Put the used maintenance box into the plastic bag, and then seal the bag. Note: The plastic bag is provided with the new maintenance box.

  • Page 129: Chapter 8 Maintaining Your Printer

    Note: The printer checks the print head on a regular basis to keep it clean and make sure you receive premium print quality. If print head nozzles are clogged, the printer automatically cleans the print head.

  • Page 130: Using The Nozzle Check Utility For Mac Os X

    If the printer icon does not appear, refer to the following section to add the icon. & See “From the Shortcut Icon on the Taskbar” on page 15. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Using the Nozzle Check Utility for Mac OS X Follow the steps below to use the Nozzle Check utility.

  • Page 131: Cleaning The Print Head

    Note: ❏ If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure, turn off the printer and wait for at least six hours. Then run the nozzle check again and repeat the head cleaning if necessary. Maintaining Your Printer...

  • Page 132: Using The Head Cleaning Utility For Mac Os X

    6. Follow the on-screen instructions. The P Power light flashes while the printer performs the cleaning cycle. Caution: Never turn off the printer while the P Power light is flashing. Doing so may damage the printer. Note: ❏ If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure about four times, turn the printer off and wait for at least six hours.

  • Page 133: Aligning The Print Head

    & See “Checking the Print Head Nozzles” on page 129. Note: ❏ If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure, turn off the printer and wait for at least six hours. Then run the nozzle check again and repeat the head cleaning if necessary.

  • Page 134: Using The Print Head Alignment Utility For Mac Os X

    3. Right-click the printer icon on the taskbar, then select Print Head Alignment. If the printer icon does not appear, refer to the following section to add the icon. & See “From the Shortcut Icon on the Taskbar” on page 15.

  • Page 135: Cleaning Your Printer

    ❏ Be careful to keep water away from the electronic components. ❏ Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants. ❏ Unsuitable oils can damage the mechanism. Contact Epson or a qualified service person if lubrication is needed.

  • Page 136: Transporting Your Printer

    Otherwise, ink may leak inside the printer. 1. Plug in the printer and turn it on. Wait until the print head returns to the home position. 2. Press the P Power button to turn off the printer, then unplug its power cord.

  • Page 137: Storing Your Printer

    Leave the ink cartridges and maintenance box installed to prevent the ink from leaking. 6. Close the output tray and paper support. Note: You may need to clean the print head the first time you use the printer after storing it for a long period of time. Maintaining Your Printer...

  • Page 138: Chapter 9 Using The Printer On A Network

    Setting Up Your Computers to Use the Printer Make sure you have connected the printer to your network as described on the Start Here sheet. Then follow the steps below for every computer on the network that will print with the B-310N or B510DN.
  • Page 139 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Note: If the Windows Security Alert window appears, click the Unblock button; otherwise the printer will not be listed on the screen of EpsonNet EasyInstall. 5. When you see the following screen, select the printer and click Next.
  • Page 140 Then click Next. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the printer driver. 7. When you see the following screen, enter a different name for the printer if you want. If you want to print a test page, select the Print test page check box. Click Next.
  • Page 141 Repeat these steps for every computer on the network that will print with the B-310N or B510DN. Note: ❏ To find the supported OS versions for the printer, see the following section. & See “Operating System Versions” on page 186. Using the Printer on a Network...

  • Page 142: Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

    The information that you need to diagnose and solve most common problems is provided by online problem solving, the control panel, the EPSON Status Monitor utility, or by running a printer operation check. Refer to the appropriate section below.

  • Page 143: Checking Printer Status

    & See “Uninstalling the Printer Software” on page 16. ❏ If the test page does not print, you may have a problem with your printer. Try the suggestions in the following section. & See “The Printer Does Not Print” on page 160.

  • Page 144: Using The Progress Meter

    Refer to the appropriate section below. Tips Tips for getting the most out of your Epson printer driver appear in the text box of the progress meter window. A new tip appears every 15 seconds. For more details on the tip displayed in the window, click the Details button.

  • Page 145: Using Epson Status Monitor 3

    Epson’s support website. Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 EPSON Status Monitor 3 displays detailed information on the printer status. There are two ways to access EPSON Status Monitor 3: ❏ Double-click the printer shortcut icon on the Windows taskbar. If the printer icon does not appear, refer to the following section to add the icon.
  • Page 146 When you access EPSON Status Monitor 3, the following window appears: EPSON Status Monitor 3 provides the following information: ❏ Ink Status: EPSON Status Monitor 3 provides a graphic display of the ink status. To see detailed information about the ink cartridges, click the Information button. ❏ Maintenance box Status: EPSON Status Monitor 3 provides a graphic display of the maintenance box status.

  • Page 147: For Mac Os X

    Online Support in the EPSON Status Monitor 3 window. For Mac OS X Using EPSON StatusMonitor If EPSON StatusMonitor detects a printer problem, it will inform you with an error message. Follow these steps to access EPSON StatusMonitor. 1. Access the EPSON Printer Utility3.

  • Page 148: The Paper Jams

    1. Press the OK button to eject the jammed paper. 2. If the error does not clear, turn off the printer and remove all of the paper inside, including any torn pieces. Refer to the appropriate section below.
  • Page 149 In the rear sheet feeder: Gently pull out the jammed paper upward. In the front paper cassette: Close the output tray and pull out the front paper cassette. Then gently pull out the jammed paper forward. Note: ❏ If you cannot pull out the front paper cassette, pull out the output tray first and remove all paper that is loaded in the front paper cassette.
  • Page 150 ❏ After you remove the jammed paper and insert the front paper cassette, reinsert the output tray into the printer. In the back of the printer: Remove the duplex unit (B-510DN) or the upper rear printer cover (B-310N) and open the lower rear printer cover. Then gently pull out the jammed paper. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 151 4. Reload the paper and press the OK button to resume printing. Note: If you cannot easily remove a foreign object, do not use force and do not disassemble the printer. Contact Epson for assistance. & See “Where To Get Help” on page 164.

  • Page 152: Print Quality Problems

    ❏ The printer is on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base in all directions. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted. Print Quality Problems If you are having print quality problems, then compare it with the illustrations below. Click the caption under the illustration that best resembles your printout.

  • Page 153: Horizontal Banding

    If the graphic displays the ink is low or expended, replace the appropriate ink cartridge. & See “Replacing an Ink Cartridge” on page 120. ❏ Make sure the paper type selected in the printer driver is appropriate for the type of paper loaded in the printer.

  • Page 154: Blurry Or Smeared Printout

    & See “Replacing an Ink Cartridge” on page 120. ❏ If your paper runs out, replace it as soon as possible. If the printer is left without paper for a long period of time, the colors of your next print job may be incorrect.

  • Page 155: Ink Bleeds Through The Page

    ❏ Confirm the margin settings in your application. Make sure that the margins are within the printable area of the page. & See “Printable Area” on page 171. ❏ Make sure the printer driver settings are appropriate for the paper size you are using. For Windows, confirm the settings in the Main Window. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 156: Printout Has A Slight Slant

    & See “Loading Paper” on page 21. Inverted Image ❏ Clear the Mirror Image check box in the settings from your printer driver, or turn off the Mirror Image setting in your application. For Windows, confirm the settings in the Page Layout window.

  • Page 157: Printed Side Is Smeared Or Scuffed

    ❏ Uninstall the printer driver, then reinstall it. & See “Uninstalling the Printer Software” on page 16. ❏ Make sure the paper type selected in the printer driver is appropriate for the type of paper loaded in the printer. & See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type” on page 28.

  • Page 158: Paper Does Not Feed Correctly

    ❏ This printer checks the print head on a regular basis to keep the print head clean and to ensure you receive premium print quality. If the print head nozzles are clogged, the printer automatically cleans the print head.

  • Page 159: Multiple Pages Feed

    ❏ Fan the edges of the stack to separate the sheets, then reload the paper. ❏ If too many copies of a file are being printed, confirm the Copies setting in your printer driver as follows, and also confirm in your application.

  • Page 160: The Printer Does Not Print

    Then check the label on the back of the printer. Caution: If the voltage does not match, DO NOT PLUG YOUR PRINTER BACK IN. Contact Epson. & See “Where To Get Help” on page 164. The Power Light is On ❏...

  • Page 161: Increasing The Print Speed (For Windows Only)

    ❏ Turn off the printer and the computer, disconnect the printer’s interface cable, then print an operation check page. & See “Running a Printer Operation Check” on page 142. If the check page prints correctly, make sure the printer driver and your application are installed correctly.

  • Page 162: Other Problems

    The following dialog box appears. The table below lists the factors affecting print speed. Print speed High Speed Copies Always spool RAW datatype Page Rendering Mode Print as Bitmap For more details on each item, see the online help. Other Problems Print Head Cleaning Does Not Start ❏...

  • Page 163: Color Ink Is Consumed Even When Printing In Black Ink Only

    Color Ink is Consumed Even When Printing in Black Ink Only Not only the black ink but also the color ink is consumed during the following operations: print head cleaning and self-cleaning. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 164: Appendix A Where To Get Help

    Appendix A Where To Get Help Epson Technical Support Visit Epson’s support website for the Epson B-510DN or B-310N for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions.

  • Page 165: Appendix B Product Information

    Rear sheet feeder: Feeds paper for printing. c. Paper support: Supports the paper loaded in the rear sheet feeder. d. Front printer cover: Covers the printing mechanism. Open only when the paper jams. e. Print Head: Prints ink on your paper.
  • Page 166 Control panel: Use the buttons and monitor the LCD screen and lights to control your printer. & See “Using the Control Panel” on page 100. g. Maintenance box cover: Covers the maintenance box. Open only when replacing the maintenance box.

  • Page 167: Paper, Consumables, And Options

    Rear printer cover: Covers the printing mechanism. Open only when the paper jams. f. Air vents: Eject heated air from the printer. Paper, Consumables, and Options Paper Epson offers specially designed paper and other print media for all your printing needs. Product Information...

  • Page 168: Ink Cartridges

    Note: You can find the part numbers for the following Epson special papers on the Epson website. & See “Epson Technical Support” on page 164. Paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte...

  • Page 169: Legal-Size Paper Support

    USB 2.0 Host Driver by Microsoft must be used. Macintosh Requirements To connect this printer to a Macintosh computer, you must have any of the following Macintosh operating systems installed. For details on interfaces and operating systems, refer to the following table.

  • Page 170: Technical Specifications

    ❏ Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, Epson cannot attest to the quality of any non-Epson brand or type of paper. Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.

  • Page 171: Printable Area

    Paper types Plain bond paper Weight 75 g/m² to 100 g/m² Printable Area Diagonal lines show printable area. Single sheets: Envelopes: Minimum margin Media type Single sheets 0.12 in. (3.0 mm) B-L, B-R 0.12 in. (3.0 mm) Envelopes 0.12 in. (3.0 mm) 0.20 in.

  • Page 172: Ink Cartridges

    Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 77 °F (25 °C). Note: ❏ We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage.

  • Page 173: Mechanical

    Mechanical Paper path Front paper cassette, rear sheet feeder Loading capacity Front paper cassette About 510 sheets of letter/A4 paper at 75 g/m² Front paper cassette (legal-size) About 510 sheets of legal paper at 75 g/m² Rear sheet feeder About 150 sheets of letter/A4 paper at 75 g/m² Using the optional legal-size paper support, about 60 sheets of legal-size paper at 75 g/m²...

  • Page 174: Environmental

    Printing consumption Ready mode Sleep mode Power off Note: Check the label on the back of the printer for its voltage. Environmental Temperature Operation: 50 to 95 °F (10 to 35 °C) Storage: –4 to 104 °F (–20 to 40 °C) 1 month at 104 °F (40 °C)

  • Page 175: Interface

    This printer is designed to be used for high-color output. However, if you usually print using black only, you can contact Epson technical support for information about a monocolor preference mode available on the printer. If you decide you want to implement the mode, the technical support representative can also help you take the necessary steps to do that.

  • Page 176: Fcc Compliance Statement

    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.

  • Page 177: Open Source Software License

    Open Source Software License BSD License (Berkeley Software Distribution License) This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the Berkeley Software Distribution License (“BSD Programs”). These BSD Programs are WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

  • Page 178: Bonjour

    Source License Version1.2 or its latest version until five (5) years after the discontinuation of same model of this printer product. If you desire to receive the source code of the Bonjour Programs, please see the “Contacting Customer Support” in Appendix or Printing Guide of this User's Guide, and contact the customer support of your region.
  • Page 179 1.4 "Externally Deploy" means: (a) to sublicense, distribute or otherwise make Covered Code available, directly or indirectly, to anyone other than You; and/or (b) to use Covered Code, alone or as part of a Larger Work, in any way to provide a service, including but not limited to delivery of content, through electronic communication with a client other than You.
  • Page 180 (b) You must include a copy of this License with every copy of Source Code of Covered Code and documentation You distribute or Externally Deploy, and You may not offer or impose any terms on such Source Code that alter or restrict this License or the recipients' rights hereunder, except as permitted under Section 6.
  • Page 181 3. Your Grants. In consideration of, and as a condition to, the licenses granted to You under this License, You hereby grant to any person or entity receiving or distributing Covered Code under this License a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license, under Your Applicable Patent Rights and other intellectual property rights (other than patent) owned or controlled by You, to use, reproduce, display, perform, modify, sublicense, distribute and Externally Deploy Your Modifications of the same scope and...
  • Page 182 8. NO WARRANTY OR SUPPORT. The Covered Code may contain in whole or in part pre-release, untested, or not fully tested works. The Covered Code may contain errors that could cause failures or loss of data, and may be incomplete or contain inaccuracies. You expressly acknowledge and agree that use of the Covered Code, or any portion thereof, is at Your sole and entire risk.
  • Page 183 11. Ownership. Subject to the licenses granted under this License, each Contributor retains all rights, title and interest in and to any Modifications made by such Contributor. Apple retains all rights, title and interest in and to the Original Code and any Modifications made by or on behalf of Apple ("Apple Modifications"), and such Apple Modifications will not be automatically subject to this License.
  • Page 184 13.3 Independent Development. Nothing in this License will impair Apple's right to acquire, license, develop, have others develop for it, market and/or distribute technology or products that perform the same or similar functions as, or otherwise compete with, Modifications, Larger Works, technology or products that You may develop, produce, market or distribute.
  • Page 185 The Original Code and all software distributed under the License are distributed on an 'AS IS' basis, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND APPLE HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL SUCH WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, QUIET ENJOYMENT OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

  • Page 186: Operating System Versions

    Operating System Versions In this manual, the following abbreviations are used. Windows refers to Windows 7, Windows Vista, XP, Server 2003, Server 2008, and 2000. ❏ Windows 7 refers to Windows 7 Home Premium Edition, Windows 7 Professional Edition, and Windows 7 Ultimate Edition.
  • Page 187 Documents, printing Mac OS X 10.4 printer settings Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 printer settings Windows Double-sided printing description folded booklet Mac OS X 10.4 Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 special settings in Windows...
  • Page 188 Network printing Nozzle check Mac OS X Windows Operation check Output tray location setting up Pages per sheet printing Paper Epson special paper feeding problems loading loading capacity loading into front paper cassette loading into rear sheet feeder paper support Index...
  • Page 189 Print quality, improving Print speed, increasing Problems banding blank pages blurry prints contacting Epson diagnosing incorrect characters incorrect colors ink bleeding through margins mirror image paper feeding paper jams printer does not print...
  • Page 190 System requirements Technical support Text Mac OS X 10.4 Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 Text, printing documents Transporting printer USB connector User's Guide, uninstalling Watermark printing Windows accessing printer settings checking printer status managing print jobs status monitor Index...

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