Artisan® 730 Quick Guide About Your Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Using Special Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Copying a Document or Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Printing From a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Printing From Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About Your Product After you set up your Artisan® 730 (see the Start Here sheet), turn to this Quick Guide and your online User’s Guide for instructions on using your product. Features Where to find information Copy and scan from the easy-to-use touch panel. See this Quick Guide for the basics. See the online User’s Guide for details. Easy networking—Wi-Fi and Ethernet®. See the Start Here sheet and the online User’s Guide. Print photos from a USB flash drive, external hard drive, or CD burner.
Using the Touch Panel The touch panel makes it easy to use all the features of your product. To save energy, the screen goes dark after several minutes of inactivity. Touch the screen to wake it up.
■ Press x Menu to make special settings. The touch panel retains the settings from the last time it was used. If you want to start over, simply press y Stop/Reset to clear settings for the mode you’re using. ■ The blue status light at the bottom of the touch panel flashes when the product is printing or performing routine maintenance. If it flashes rapidly, check the product for error messages.
Using Special Papers Epson offers a wide array of high quality papers, making it easy to maximize the impact of your documents, photos, presentations, and creative projects. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central® at 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-GOEPSON (800-463-7766).
Part number Sheet count Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) S041062 100 Legal (8.5 × 14 inches [216 × 356 mm]) S041067 100 Epson Bright White Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) S041586 500 Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]) S041106 10 Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) S041153 10 Paper name Size Epson Presentation Paper Matte Note: Media availability varies by country.
Copying a Document or Photo Follow the instructions in this section to position your originals correctly on the scanner glass and make color or black-and-white copies. 1. Make sure paper is loaded. 2. Open the document cover and place your original facedown on the scanner glass, with the top against the back left corner. 3. Close the cover gently so you don’t move the original. 4. Press 5. Press + or – to select the number of copies you want. 6.
■ Select your Paper Type. ■ For the Document Type setting, choose Text for plain documents or Text & Image if your document contains photos or graphics. ■ To change the copy quality, select Quality, press OK, then choose Draft, Standard Quality, or Best. Note: To clear previously used copy settings, press y Stop/Reset. For more information about copy settings, see your online User’s Guide. 9. Press x Start to begin copying. To cancel copying, press y Stop/Reset.
Printing From a Memory Card Your product lets you print photos directly from your digital camera’s memory card; just insert it into the memory card slot and you’re ready to print. See the online User’s Guide for instructions on copying memory card files between your product and a computer, and printing photos directly from your camera. Inserting the Card 1. Make sure the product is turned on. 2. Insert your card into the correct slot as shown. Insert just one card at a time.
Printing Photos From the LCD Screen You can select individual photos for printing as you view them on the LCD screen. See the online User’s Guide for instructions on printing photo greeting cards, layout sheets, and proof sheets. 1. Load several sheets of Epson photo paper in the cassette. 2. Press the press OK. 3. Select View and Print Photos, then press OK. 4. Press u or d to turn Auto Correct on or off. 5. Press l or r to scroll through your photos and display one that you want to print. 6.
Printing From Your Computer This section describes the basic steps for printing from a Windows or Mac® computer. For detailed instructions on printing, see the online User’s Guide. The auto duplexer lets you print on both sides of the page automatically. You can use the auto duplexer with letter- or A4-size plain paper or Epson Bright White Paper. For detailed instructions on two-sided printing from Windows or Mac OS X, see the online User’s Guide. Printing in Windows 1.
3. On the Main tab, select the basic print settings. Make sure you choose the correct paper Type setting for the paper you are using (see page 14 for details). Select the type of document you’re printing (choose Photo or Best Photo for pictures) Select your paper Type Select your paper Size Select your document or photo Orientation Note: For quick access to the most common settings, click the Shortcuts tab and select one of the presets.
Printing with Mac OS X Follow the steps below to print from Mac OS X 10.5 to 10.6. If you’re printing from Mac OS X 10.4, see your online User’s Guide for instructions. 1. Open a photo or document in an application. 2. Open the File menu and select Print. 3. Select your product as the Printer setting. Select your Epson product Click to expand, if necessary 4. Select basic copy and page settings. For borderless printing, choose a Paper Size setting with a (Borderless) option.
5. Choose Print Settings from the pop-up menu, and select your Media Type, Print Quality, and other print settings. 6. Choose any other printing options you may need from the pop-up menu. See the online User’s Guide for details. 7. Click Print. 8. To monitor your print job, click the icon in the Dock. Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Type (Windows) or Media Type (Mac OS X) setting in your printer software.
Scanning a Document or Photo You can use your product to scan original documents or photos and save them on your computer. The Scan function lets you scan quickly using preselected settings, or you can use the Epson Scan software to access more advanced features. For example, you can use Epson Scan to restore faded colors in old photos. Note: For detailed scanning instructions, see the online User’s Guide.
6. If you’re scanning to a memory card, select your scan settings then press x Start to begin scanning. If you’re scanning to your computer, select USB Connection if your product is connected by a USB cable, or select the name of your computer if your product is connected over a network. Press OK to begin scanning. Once your image is scanned, you see its icon in Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, or as an attachment in your email application.
Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6 You can scan original documents and photos and save them as files on your computer. 1. Open an image editing application such as Image Capture, select your product, if necessary, then press the Scan button. 2. If you would like to select scan settings, such as Color Restoration and file save settings, click Show Details. 3. Click the Scan button to begin scanning. Your image is saved to the folder selected in the Scan To pop-up menu.
Maintaining Your Product Follow the instructions in this chapter for checking and cleaning the print head nozzles and replacing ink cartridges. To align the print head, if necessary, see your online User’s Guide. Caution: To keep your product looking like new, don’t place anything on top of the cover or use it as a writing surface. If you need to clean the cover, use only a soft, nonabrasive microfiber-type cloth.
Cleaning the Print Head If print quality has declined and the nozzle check indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean the print head. Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if necessary. Note: You cannot clean the print head if an ink cartridge is expended, and may not be able to clean it when a cartridge is low. You must replace the cartridge first (see page 21). 1. Load letter- or A4-size plain paper in the main paper cassette. 2. Press 3.
Checking Ink Levels You can check the ink levels anytime right on the LCD screen. To check the ink levels with your Windows or Mac OS X software, see the instructions in your online User’s Guide. Note: You cannot print or copy when an ink cartridge is expended even if the other cartridges are not expended. Replace any expended cartridges before printing or copying. 1. Press Home, if necessary, press l or r to select 2. Press OK again to select Ink Levels. 3. The ink cartridge status is displayed.
Use the following list when you order or purchase new ink cartridges (you can mix Standard- and High-capacity cartridges): Ink color Standard-capacity High-capacity Black — 98 Cyan 99 98 Magenta 99 98 Yellow 99 98 Light Cyan 99 98 Light Magenta 99 98 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.
3. Open the scanner. 4. 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 and don’t drink the ink. 5. Remove the new cartridge from its package. 6. Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the ink cartridge.
7. Insert the new cartridge into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place. 8. Once you replace all the cartridges that need replacing, close the scanner to begin charging the ink. This takes about 2 minutes. When you see a completion message on the display screen, ink charging is finished. Caution: Never turn off your product while ink is charging or you’ll waste ink. If you see an ink replacement message on the LCD screen, press OK and press down all the cartridges securely.
Solving Problems Check the messages on the display screen to diagnose the cause of most problems. Press Home, if necessary, press l or r to select Problem Solver, then press OK. Press u or d to see all the help topics. You can also check the basic troubleshooting suggestions below, or your online User’s Guide. Problems and Solutions Check the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your Epson product. Note: If the screen is dark, press the touch panel to wake up the printer.
The product cannot find or connect to the wireless router access point ■ Try connecting to the wireless router or access point with your computer or another device to confirm that it is working correctly. ■ Make sure that the product is within range of your router or access point. ■ If your wireless router or access point doesn’t broadcast its network name (SSID), manually enter your wireless network name.
WiFi light is on but you can’t print ■ Your router might not be assigning IP addresses automatically using DHCP. If it isn’t, you will need to set the product’s IP address manually. Make sure it is set correctly for your network. Contact your router manufacturer for assistance. ■ Make sure your firewall or security software is not set to block port 3629 (TCP/ UDP). Contact your firewall manufacturer for assistance.
■ Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings on the touch panel when copying (see page 7) or when printing with your printer software (see page 11). ■ When scanning, position your original in the back left corner of the scanner glass. If the edges are cropped, move it away from the corner slightly. ■ You cannot print or copy when an ink cartridge is expended. Replace any expended cartridges before printing.
3. Reattach the cover and close the scanner. 4. You may also need to check other locations for jammed paper, such as the auto duplexer (on the back of the printer), the paper cassette, and underneath the printer. See the online User’s Guide for more information. Print Quality Problems ■ Make sure the document is placed flat against the document table glass and your Epson printer is not tilted or placed on an uneven surface.
Where to Get Help Internet Support Visit epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson.
Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your Epson product, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the product label. ■ Use only the power cord that comes with the product. Use of another cord may cause fires or electric shock. Do not use the cord with any other equipment. Make sure the power cord meets all relevant local safety standards.
■ Allow space behind the product for the cables, and space above the product so that you can fully raise the document cover. ■ Leave enough space in front of the product for the paper to be fully ejected. ■ Leave enough room around the product for sufficient ventilation. Make sure the product is at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall. ■ Do not block or cover openings in the product case or insert objects through the slots.
■ If the touch panel is damaged, contact Epson. If the liquid crystal solution gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately. Memory Card Safety Instructions ■ Use only compatible memory cards (see the User’s Guide for a detailed list).
■ 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 product. Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding area. Store ink cartridges with their labels facing upward. Do not store cartridges upside down.
Epson authorizes an exchange for the defective unit, Epson will ship a replacement printer to you, freight prepaid, so long as you use an address in the United States, Canada, or Puerto Rico. Shipments to other locations will be made freight collect. You are responsible for securely packaging the defective unit and returning it to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of the replacement.
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