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VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH LL :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 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 printer.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH LLL :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Contents Welcome! 1 PRINT Image Matching and Exif Print 2 About PRINT Image Matching 2 About Exif Print 3 About Your Software 3 About Your Documentation 4 Viewing Your On-Screen Printer Manual 5 Printing Without a Computer 7 Getting Photos into the Printer 8 Inserting Memory Cards 8 Configuring PhotoStarter 10 Removing Memory Cards 11 Using EPSON Paper 12 Loading Paper 13 Using the Control Panel 14 Selecting Print S
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH LY :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 iv Enhancing Photos and Using Filters Using PhotoEnhance Adjusting Brightness Using Filters Printing Stickers Adding Fun Frames to Your Stickers Printing Special Layouts 29 30 30 31 32 33 34 Printing From Windows or a Mac 35 Loading Paper Loading Envelopes Basic Printing in Windows Selecting the Settings You Use Most Often Basic Printing on a Macintosh Printing with OS 8.6 to 9.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH Y :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Maintaining Your Printer 61 Cleaning the Print Head 61 Running the Head Cleaning Utility 62 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern 63 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 63 Checking the Ink Supply 63 Purchasing Ink Cartridges 64 Ink Cartridge Precautions 65 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 65 Aligning the Print Head 68 Cleaning the Printer 69 Transporting the Printer 70 Installing Your Printer Software 71 Installing Printer Soft
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH YL :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Solving Problems 83 Printer Parts 84 Diagnosing Printer Problems 85 Running a Printer Check 86 Problems and Solutions vi 88 Setup and Software Installation Problems 88 Printer Problems 89 Quality Problems 91 Paper Problems 93 Miscellaneous Problems 95 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Software (Windows) 97 Where To Get Help 98 Requirements and Notices 101 Windows System Requirements Macintosh System Requirements
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Welcome! Your EPSON Stylus® Photo 825 is the ideal printer for digital photography. You can print your pictures directly from your digital camera’s memory card without even turning on your computer. Create true BorderFree™ photos directly from your printer—in a variety of sizes perfect for albums or framing. You get quick and easy snapshots and enlargements just minutes after taking pictures with your digital camera.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 PRINT Image Matching and Exif Print Your EPSON Stylus Photo 825 printer supports these innovative digital image formats to give you the best photo prints possible: ■ PRINT Image Matching ■ Exif Print About PRINT Image Matching EPSON’s revolutionary PRINT Image Matching™ (P.I.M.) technology lets your digital camera and printer work together automatically to produce the best prints possible.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 About Exif Print The Exif (Exchangeable Image File) Print format includes information about your digital camera settings in JPEG files so your printer and application can use them to create accurate print settings. Most digital cameras store Exif Print information such as shutter speed; metering, flash, and exposure settings; resolution; and lens use in the JPEG image file.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 ArcSoft PhotoImpression is an easy-to-use photo editing program that lets you edit, enhance, retouch, or add special effects to any image with just a few clicks. Supports PRINT Image Matching and Exif Print. ■ Your on-screen Reference Guide gives you complete information about your printer. (You need a browser—such as Microsoft® Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape® Navigator® 3.0 or later—to view the guide.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Viewing Your On-Screen Printer Manual Your printer CD-ROM includes an on-screen Reference Guide (Printer Manual). You need a browser—such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later or Netscape Navigator 3.0 or later—to view it. If you are using a different browser, the pages may not display correctly. (A browser is not included on the printer software CD-ROM.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 ■ If there’s a right arrow it. ■ Click the down arrow , click it to view subtopics, then click on a topic to go to to close a subtopic list. Click to go to topic Closed list, click to expand If you see an icon for a graphic when viewing your manual in Netscape Navigator, click the Reload button to load the graphic.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Printing Without a Computer Your EPSON Stylus Photo 825 lets you print your photos quickly and easily without a computer. Just insert your digital camera’s memory card in the printer (with the appropriate adapter), choose settings from the control panel, and press the Print button. If your digital camera supports PRINT Image Matching, you can use this technology whenever you print without a computer.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Getting Photos into the Printer Before you can print, you need to take the memory card out of your digital camera, insert it into the adapter, and then insert the adapter into the printer. Your EPSON Stylus Photo 825 is designed to print digital camera files that meet these requirements: ■ JPEG files captured with a digital camera. The files must meet the DCF (Design rule for Camera File systems) Version 1.0 standard.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Make sure the printer is turned on, then follow these steps to insert your memory card for printing: 1. Insert your memory card into the PC card adapter. 2. Insert the adapter into the printer’s card slot. Make sure the arrow is up and pointing into the slot Make sure the card is straight and goes in as far as it can.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Configuring PhotoStarter PhotoStarter and CardMonitor are utility programs that detect when a memory card is inserted in your printer and automatically copy photos to your computer (not available in Windows XP). Note: If you’re using Windows XP, you don’t need PhotoStarter and CardMonitor. You can have Windows automatically copy photos to your computer when you insert a memory card. See your Windows Help for more information. 1.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 3. Change any of the settings you want, then click Next. When you see the Confirmation window, click End (Windows) or Quit (Macintosh). You can go back and change settings at any time by opening PhotoStarter: ■ In Windows, click Start, point to Programs, Film Factory, and click EPSON PhotoStarter. Open the Settings menu and choose Change Settings. ■ On a Macintosh, open the PhotoStarter folder and double-click the PhotoStarter icon.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Using EPSON Paper When you print without a computer, you can use letter-size plain paper, or the following types of EPSON special paper: Paper name Description Glossy Photo Paper Letter size 4×6 5×7 8 × 10 4” roll Perfect for S041141 snapshots, reprints, S041272 and enlargements S041271 S041458 — — — Premium Glossy Photo Paper High Gloss photos for framing and albums S041286 S041682 S041464 S041465 S041302 Matte Paper Heavyweigh
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 As with traditional photos, proper care will minimize color changes and lengthen display life: ■ For display, EPSON recommends that prints be framed under glass or a protective plastic sleeve to protect them from atmospheric contaminants like humidity, cigarette smoke, and high levels of ozone. ■ As with all photographs, keep your prints away from direct sunlight.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 ■ Load up to 20 sheets of EPSON Photo Paper, Glossy Photo paper, or Matte Paper Heavyweight. ■ Load EPSON ColorLife, Premium Glossy and Semigloss Photo Paper one sheet at a time. ■ Load EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet paper and plain paper up to the arrow mark inside the left edge guide. Using the Control Panel You can use the control panel to print everything from a quick snapshot to an 8 × 10 enlargement.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Use the and buttons to select menus: Use the and buttons to select settings: After you select all your settings, press the Print button to start printing. Selecting Print Settings Always check the settings before you start to print. Print Mode The Print Mode determines which photos are printed. Print a sheet with small, numbered copies of all photos.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Print on EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight. Use for non-glossy 8 × 10 enlargements or special layouts. Note: You can also select Photo Paper and Photo Quality Ink Jet paper. See page 22 for instructions. Paper Size Make sure this setting matches the paper you loaded in the printer. Use for letter-size enlargements or printing multiple photos on one sheet. You can’t use this setting for borderless photos.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Select Photo ■ When you’re printing one photo, press the button to choose the number of the picture you want. Refer to your index print (or use the optional preview monitor) to identify the photo. ■ When you’re printing a Set of photos, press the button to choose the number of the picture you want. For each picture you want to print, press the round Select Photo button. The number 1 appears on the Copies menu.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Changing the Default Settings The printer comes with the following default settings for each print mode: Index All One Set You can change the defaults to the settings you use most often. 1. Make the settings you want to use for one of the print modes. 2. Press the Select Photo and Brightness buttons at the same time. The settings are saved as defaults, even if you turn off the printer. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each print mode.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Printing Your Photos Whenever you print, you need to insert your memory card and load paper, as described on pages 8 and 13. Make sure your printer is set up, plugged in, and turned on, as described on the Start Here sheet. ■ Unless you have the optional preview monitor, it’s a good idea to start by printing an index, so you can select your photos by number.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 1. Load up to 20 sheets of EPSON Borderless Photo Paper 4" × 6" in the printer, short edge first as shown. Make sure the printable (glossier) side of the paper is face up Slide the left edge guide against the paper 2. In the Print Mode menu, select Set. (If you want to print all the pictures on the card, select All.) 3. At the Paper Type menu, select Glossy. Glossy 4. In the Paper Size menu, select 4 x 6. 5.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 7. In the PhotoEnhance menu, select On (if your camera supports PRINT Image Matching or to improve brightness and contrast) or Off. 8. Press the large green Print button. The snapshots you selected are printed. Note: If you’re printing more than 20 photos at a time, you’ll see PE flash on the control panel when your paper runs out. Load more paper, then press the b maintenance button to continue.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 2. In the Print Mode menu, select One. (If you want to print enlargements of several photos, select Set.) 3. At the Paper Type menu, select either Glossy or Matte, depending on the type of paper you’re using. ■ If you’re using EPSON Photo Paper or Glossy Photo Paper, press the button and hold it until PP flashes on the Select Photo menu.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Printing Multiple Photos on a Sheet You can print 2, 3, 4, or 20 photos on one sheet of paper. The printer automatically sizes your photos to fit the layout you choose on any size paper—from letter-size to 4 × 6. See page 24 for a list of photo sizes on various paper sizes. You can print multiple copies of a single photo, a set of photos, or print all the photos on your memory card in multi-photo layouts.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 7. Press the large green Print button. Your photos are printed. Note: If you’re printing more than one page, you may see PE flash on the control panel when your paper runs out. Load more paper, then press the b maintenance button to continue. Keep your pictures and unused paper away from high temperatures and humidity and out of direct sunlight. See page 12 for more information about storing and displaying your pictures.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Printing Snapshots on Roll Paper You can print up to 52 borderless snapshots at a time on roll paper. First print an index to identify the photos on the memory card (as described on page 19). Then follow the instructions below to load roll paper and print. Tip: It’s a good idea to check your ink levels before you print on roll paper. See page 86 for instructions. Replacing cartridges while roll paper is loaded can smear the paper.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 4. Remove the paper support and lower the output tray. Make sure the printer is turned on. 5. Insert the tabs on the roll paper holders into the slots at the back of the printer as shown. 6. Feed the end of the paper into the printer as far as it will go, then slide the left edge guide against the paper.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 7. Hold the paper in place while you press the z roll paper button. The paper feeds into the printer. Caution: Be careful not to get fingerprints on the paper. 8. Open the printer cover and make sure the paper is feeding straight into the printer. If it is not straight, press and hold the z roll paper button to eject the paper. The error light comes on. Press the z roll paper button again to clear the error, then repeat steps 6 and 7.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 5. In the PhotoEnhance menu, select On (if your camera supports PRINT Image Matching or to increase brightness and contrast) or Off. 6. Press the large green Print button. Your pictures are printed. 7. When the printer stops, press and release the z roll paper button. The paper feeds forward, and you see a line showing where to cut it. You see the code on the control panel. 8. Cut the paper on the line and remove your pictures. 9.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 ■ If you’re finished printing on roll paper, press the z roll paper button and hold it down for about three seconds. The paper feeds all the way back, so you can remove it. You see the code on the control panel. Press the z roll paper button to clear the error code. Remove the roll paper holder from the printer. Then remove the paper roll from the holder and store it in the original package.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Using PhotoEnhance You can use the PhotoEnhance feature to apply PRINT Image Matching or optimize brightness and contrast—in all printing modes except Index, and with all types of paper. 1. Select your Print Mode and other settings. 2. When you’re ready to print, make sure On is selected in the PhotoEnhance menu. 3. Press the large green Print button. Your photos are printed.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Using Filters You can use filters to enhance or add special effects to individual photos. Nine filter effects are available, as listed below. (Four of the filters have the same effect as the brightness settings.) Filters work in all print modes except Index, on all types of paper. Brightness level -1 (filter 6) Brightness level -2 (filter 7) Original photo Brightness level 1 (filter 4) Brightness level 2 (filter 5) 1.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 If you want to apply the same filter to all the photos you’re printing, press and hold the Brightness button again until ALL appears on the select Photo menu. Then skip to step 7. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for all the pictures you want to print with filters. 6. Press the Brightness button again to save your settings. The filter number disappears, but it remains in effect. 7. Press the large green Print button. Your photos are printed.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 2. In the Print Mode menu, select one of the following: to print all your photos on a sheet of stickers (or several sheets, if you have more than 16 photos) to print one selected photo on all stickers to print a group of selected photos You don’t need to set the paper type or size. If you’re printing all photos, skip to step 4. 3. In the Select Photo menu, press the button to display your picture numbers.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 3. Repeat step 2 for each photo number. You can select a different frame for each sticker. 4. Press the Select Photo button again to save your settings. The frame numbers disappear, but they remain in effect. 5. Press the large green Print button to print your framed stickers. Printing Special Layouts You can turn a normal landscape into a panoramic photo, or take a portrait and print an “ID sheet” with 8 different sizes on one piece of paper.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Printing From Windows or a Mac When you print from your computer, your EPSON Stylus Photo 825 works like any other printer. You can edit and enhance your photos, create photo greeting cards or calendars, and then print them out. Before you start, make sure your printer software is installed as described on the Start Here sheet. When you insert a memory card in your printer, you can have all the photos automatically copied to your computer.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Loading Paper Make sure your printer and computer are turned on. Place your paper against the right edge of the sheet feeder and slide the left edge guide against the paper. Don’t push the paper deeper into the feeder. Load paper only up to this arrow Slide the left edge guide against the paper Follow these guidelines when loading paper: ■ Load the printable side face up. It’s usually whiter or brighter than the other side.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Set the thickness lever to the + position. (Remember to move the thickness lever back to the 0 position when you’re done printing envelopes.) Set the thickness lever to the + position Load with the printable side up Before you print, make sure you choose the correct envelope size as the paper Size (Windows) or Paper Size (Macintosh) setting. See page 39 (Windows), page 40 (Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x), or page 42 (Macintosh OS X).
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Basic Printing in Windows After you create a document in a software program, follow these steps to print it using the basic printer settings: 1. From the File menu, click Print. You see a Print window like this one: Make sure your printer is selected here Click here to open your printer software 2. Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo 825 is selected. 3. Click the Properties or Preferences button.
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VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Selecting the Settings You Use Most Often Your printer settings apply only to the program you’re currently using. If you want, you can change the Windows default printer settings for all your programs. 1. Right-click the printer icon in the lower right corner of your screen (taskbar). 2. Select Printer Settings. You see the window shown on page 39. 3. Select the default settings you want for all your applications, then click OK.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 3. From the File menu, select Print. Select the following settings: 1 Select your paper type (see page 49) 2 Select Color for color documents and black and white photographs 4 Select Quality or Speed (for faster printing) 3 Select Automatic mode Tip: For more information about printer settings, click the button. 4. You can also do the following: ■ Click to reduce/enlarge your printed image, print multi-page layouts, or add a watermark.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Printing with OS X If you’re using an OS X compatible printing application, follow the steps below to print a document. (If you’re using an application that’s compatible only with Macintosh Classic mode, follow the steps on page 40 instead.) Before you begin, make sure you added your printer to Print Center as described on the Start Here sheet. 1. Open a photo or document. 2. From the File menu, select Page Setup. 3.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 6. Select Print Settings from the pull-down menu. 7. Select the following Print Settings as necessary: 1 Select your paper type (see page 49) 2 Select Color for color documents and black and white photographs 3 Select Automatic mode 4 Select Quality or Speed (for faster printing) Tip: For more information about printer settings, click Help. The OS X printer driver contains a subset of the settings available with the OS 8.6 to 9.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 10. To monitor the progress of your print job, click the Print Center icon when it appears in the dock on the bottom of your desktop. You see a screen like this: 11. Monitor the progress of your print job or do one of the following: ■ Click the print job, then click Delete to delete the job. ■ Click the print job, then click Hold to pause printing. ■ Click a print job marked “Hold” and click Resume to resume printing.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Customizing Your Print Settings You can use advanced settings for color matching, printing at a higher resolution, or selecting a variety of special effects and layouts. Customizing Windows Print Settings 1. On the Main tab, click the Advanced button in the bottom right corner of the window. Read the warning and click Continue. The Basic settings change to the Advanced settings. 2.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 4. Select the following page layout settings as necessary: 1 Select image position options here 4 Select multi-page document options here and here 2 Select image resizing options here; these affect only your printed image 3 Add a watermark to printed page here Note: For more information on page layout settings, click the Help or To print a large image on several sheets to make a poster, select settings here button. 5.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Customizing Macintosh Print Settings 1. On the printer settings window, click Custom, then click the Custom Settings list to open it. Click Custom, then choose: Economy (to save ink on plain paper) or ColorSync (to match printed colors with compatible device colors) from the Custom Settings list Macintosh OS X Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 4. Select these advanced settings as necessary: 3 Select color management settings here 1 Click here to select Photo RPM for the best print quality on certain paper types 2 Select various print options here Macintosh OS 8.6 through 9.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Selecting the Correct Paper or Media Type Select the correct Type or Media Type setting so your printer knows what kind of paper you’re using and adjusts the ink coverage accordingly. For this paper . . .
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Printing BorderFree Photos You can print your photos with no margins, extending the image all the way to the edges of the page. Although BorderFree printing is a bit slower (especially near the edges), you get beautiful snapshots or enlargements, without trimming. (Not available with Macintosh OS X.) You can print BorderFree photos on a variety of paper types and sizes.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 5. Select Portrait or Landscape as the Orientation setting. 6. Click OK. 7. Windows: Click OK or Print. Macintosh: Click File > Print, then click Print. Using PRINT Image Matching With PRINT Image Matching, special print instructions are saved in your digital photo files. For example, macro mode pictures might include print commands for sharpness and clarity, while portrait mode pictures might emphasize soft focusing and subtle flesh tones.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Opening Your Photos in Film Factory Follow these steps to print P.I.M. photos with Film Factory: 1. Start Film Factory. You see the main Film Factory screen: Click Roll to create a new roll, or . . . click an existing roll PRINT Image Matching photos are marked here Note: If you need help with Film Factory, select it from the Help menu or check the on-screen Getting Started Guide that was installed with Film Factory. 2.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 3. If your photos were taken with a digital camera that supports PRINT Image Matching, the P.I.M. logo appears in your photo thumbnails. Right-click (Windows) or Ctrl-click (Macintosh) a photo thumbnail to display information about the P.I.M. and/or Exif Print data in the photo file. (If you retouched a PRINT Image Matching photo, the P.I.M. logo may not appear.) 4.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Printing Your Photos 1. When you’re ready to print, click the Print Assignment button. You see this screen: Click to print the date with your photo Select your printer settings here 2. Windows and Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 4. Click the Print button on the left side of the screen. You see more options: Select the number of copies you want to print Leave these boxes checked for the best printed output using P.I.M. and/or Exif Print data, if available 5. If your photo doesn’t look right in the preview, click the Back button to change your settings. (Click the Detailed Preview button for a closer look.) 6. Select the number of copies you want to print. 7.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Using the P.I.M. Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop The P.I.M. Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop allows you to retain the P.I.M. image quality when you import JPEG files from your P.I.M.-enabled digital camera. The P.I.M. Plug-in works with Photoshop 7.0, 6.0, and Photoshop Elements 1.0. You’ll also need to use the ICC profiles for your printer that are installed with the plug-in (Windows) or the printer driver (Macintosh). (Not available for Macintosh OS X.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 6. Click the Open button. Your image opens and the window remains on the screen. Note: If you see this screen, select Use the embedded profile and click OK. 7. Select and open more P.I.M. images, or click Cancel to close the Open PRINT Image Matching file window. (If you don’t want the window to remain on the screen after you open a file, uncheck Import consecutively.) 8. Follow the steps in the next section to print your P.I.M. image.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Photoshop 7.0/Elements Photoshop 6.0 Select the profile for your printer and paper Make sure this source is selected 2. In the Source Space box, make sure the EPSON RGB 2001 option is selected. 3. In the Print Space box, select the SP825 profile for the paper you’re printing on. We recommend Perceptual as the Intent setting. 4. Photoshop 7.0 or Elements: Click Print. You see the printer settings window. Photoshop 6.0: Go to step 5.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 6. Select the paper you’re printing on as the Type (Windows) or Media Type (Macintosh) setting. 7. Windows: Click the Advanced button. The Basic settings change to the Advanced settings. Macintosh: Under Mode, click Custom, then click the Advanced button. You see the Advanced screen. 8. Windows: Select ICM, then select No Color Adjustment and click OK. Macintosh: Select No Color Adjustment and click OK.
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VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Maintaining Your Printer Follow the instructions in this chapter to keep your printer working at its best and prepare it for moving, if necessary.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Running the Head Cleaning Utility 1. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and the red b error light is off. (If the red light is flashing or on, you may need to replace the ink cartridge; see page 63 for details.) 2. Windows: Right-click the printer icon on your taskbar (in the lower right corner of your screen). Select Head Cleaning. Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x: Choose File > Page Setup or Print. Click the Head Cleaning button.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern you print. Each staggered horizontal and straight vertical line should be complete, with no gaps in the dot pattern, as shown below: ■ If your printout looks okay, you’re done. ■ If you see any white lines or gaps (as shown), clean the print head again; see page 62 for instructions.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 If you’re printing from your computer, you can also do one of the following: ■ Windows: Double-click the icon in the lower right corner of your screen. If a cartridge is low on ink, you’ll see a window like this: Ink Monitor icon Or double-click the to check your ink levels. Click Buy Now to launch your web browser and order ink cartridges online. ■ Macintosh: OS 8.6 to 9.x: Choose File > Print. Click the ink icon.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Ink Cartridge Precautions Warning: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink. If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. You cannot print if either ink cartridge is empty.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 4. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of it carefully. 5. Unwrap the new ink cartridge. Then remove only the yellow tape seal on top. Caution: You must remove the yellow tape from the top of the cartridge or you will permanently damage it. Don’t try to remove the clear seal underneath the cartridge.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Lower the cartridge so that the tabs rest on the hooks as shown: Caution: Don’t place the cartridge under the hooks; you may damage the clamp when you close it. 7. Press down firmly on the ink cartridge clamp until it snaps in place. 8. If you need to replace the other ink cartridge, repeat steps 3 through 7 before continuing with step 9. 9. Press the e ink cartridge replacement button and close the printer cover.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Aligning the Print Head If your printouts contain misaligned vertical lines, or you see white or black horizontal banding, you may need to align the print head. Note: Your printer must be connected directly to your computer (not over a network) to use the Print Head Alignment utility. 1. Turn on the printer. 2. Load plain, letter-size paper. 3.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Cleaning the Printer To keep your printer working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the printer, unplug the power cord, and disconnect the printer cable. 2. Remove all paper, then use a soft brush to clean any dust or dirt from the sheet feeder. 3. Clean the exterior of the printer with a soft, damp cloth. 4. Clean ink out of the printer’s interior with a soft, damp cloth.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Transporting the Printer If you move your printer some distance, you need to prepare it for transportation in its original box or a similar one. Follow these steps: Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. 1. Turn on the printer, wait until the print head locks in the far right position, then turn off the printer. 2. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Installing Your Printer Software Before installing your printer software, follow the steps on the Start Here sheet to set up your printer and connect it to your computer. If you’re using Windows XP, Windows 98, or Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x, follow the software installation instructions on the Start Here sheet.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 3. Select EPSON on your desktop. Then select the SP825 icon in the window that opens: Select SP825 4. If you have an administrator password, you see this screen: 5. Click the lock icon, then enter your password and click OK. 6. Click Continue, then read and agree to the license agreement to continue the installation. 7. Select the OS X drive or partition and click Continue. Click the lock icon 8.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Installing Additional Software for OS X 1. After your Macintosh restarts, select the EPSONStorage icon. 2. If you have an administrator password, click the lock icon, enter the password, and click OK. 3. Click Continue when you see this screen: Then follow the on-screen instructions to select the OS X drive or partition, complete the installation, and restart your Macintosh. 4.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 10. Select EPSON USB, click SP 825(USB), then click Add. Note: The printer must be connected to the computer and turned on. Your printer appears on the printer list. 11. Close Print Center and start up your Macintosh in OS 9.x. Click Add Follow the instructions in the next section to install the OS 9.x printer driver and optional software for your Macintosh Classic applications. (You don’t need to reinstall your printer manual.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Installing Additional Software for Mac OS 9x 1. After your Macintosh restarts, register your printer with EPSON as instructed. 2. Open the Chooser from the Apple menu. Select SP 825, then select your USB port and turn on background printing. 3. Close the Chooser. 4. Select EPSON in the window on your desktop to open the Install Menu again. 5. Click Install Optional Software. You see this menu: 6.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Installing Printer Software on Windows Me Before you start, make sure your printer is set up, connected to your computer, and turned on, as described on the Start Here sheet. Follow the instructions in the two sections below, first to install your printer driver and utilities, and then to install additional software. Installing the Printer Driver and Utilities for Windows Me 1. Turn on your computer. 2.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Installing Additional Software for Windows Me After you accept the license agreement, you see this software installation screen: 1. Click Continue. Additional software is installed, then you see the EPSON PhotoStarter Setup. 2. Click Next and follow the on-screen instructions to accept the license agreement and install PhotoStarter. Do the same thing when you see the EPSON Card Monitor Setup. 3.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 7. When you see the registration screen, register your printer with EPSON as instructed. Remove the CD-ROM and keep it in case you need to reinstall any software later. You’re ready to print. Installing Printer Software on Windows 2000 Before you start, make sure your printer is set up, connected to your computer, and turned on, as described on the Start Here sheet. Installation takes place in several phases.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 5. Click the Search for option, then click Next. 6. Click CD-ROM drives (only), then click Next. 7. At the next screen, click Next. Installation proceeds automatically. 8. When installation is complete, click Finish. You see another New Hardware Wizard screen. 9. Click Next. 10. Click the Search for option, then click Next. 11. Click CD-ROM drives, then click Next. 12. At the next screen, click Next. Installation proceeds automatically.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 13. At the final Found New Hardware Wizard screen, click Finish. You see a message about installing additional software: 14. Click OK. When you see the license agreement, click Agree, then continue with the instructions in the next section to finish the installation. Installing Additional Software for Windows 2000 After you accept the license agreement, you see this software installation screen: 1. Click Continue.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Leave in the CD-ROM as your computer restarts. You see the Optional Software menu: Note: If you don’t see this screen, click the EPSON CD-ROM icon and click the EPSON icon. 4. Click the button for each program you want to install and follow the instructions on the screen. 5. If you see a message about installing QuickTime, click Yes and follow the on-screen instructions. You don’t need a registration number. 6.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 82 Installing Your Printer Software
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Solving Problems See “Diagnosing Printer Problems” on page 85 to help determine the cause of your printer problem.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Printer Parts Paper support Printer cover Roll paper adapter Card eject button Memory card slot Output tray extensions Output tray Left edge guide Preview monitor slot Paper thickness lever Roll paper holders USB port Preview monitor port Ink cartridges Processing light Error light Power button Maintenance button Roll paper button Ink cartridge replacement button 84 Solving Problems
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Diagnosing Printer Problems First, check the printer’s lights and messages as described below: Lights Message Explanation Green Processing light flashes The printer is receiving a print job, reading a memory card, printing, or performing maintenance procedures. Red b light is on Your paper ran out, ink ran out, or paper is jammed. You may also see one of the messages shown below, or a message on your screen.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Green Processing light and red b light flash An unknown printer error has occurred. Turn off the printer and contact your dealer or EPSON; see page 98 for contact information. Red b light flashes Internal printer parts need adjustment or replacement. Turn off the printer, wait a few seconds, then turn it back on. If you still see the error, contact EPSON as described on page 98.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 The printer prints one page showing its ROM version number, black and color ink percentages remaining, and a nozzle check pattern. (If the pattern has gaps in its dots, you need to clean the print head; see page 61.) 4. Turn off the printer after it prints the check page. Then reconnect the cable and turn on your printer and computer.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Problems and Solutions Setup and Software Installation Problems The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation. ■ When you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its print head for a few minutes. Wait until it’s finished (the green Processing light stops flashing) before you turn off the printer, or it may use excess ink the next time you turn it on.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 ■ ■ Make sure the USB Controller is working properly in Device Manager. See your Windows help system for details. If you’re printing over a network, see your on-screen Reference Guide for instructions on configuring your printer. Printer Problems Only the green Processing light is on, but nothing prints. ■ Make sure the USB cable is securely connected at both ends and meets the system requirements on page 101.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 For the fastest printing, try these tips: ■ ■ Select Draft as the Quality Type (Windows) or set the Quality/Speed slider to Speed (Macintosh). In the Advanced window, turn MicroWeave® off (Macintosh only) and turn High Speed on. Your memory card does not work correctly. 90 ■ Make sure the card’s capacity is 512MB or less and it only contains photos taken with a DCF-compliant digital camera.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Quality Problems ■ The ink cartridges may need replacing. To replace them, see page 63. ■ Try using Automatic mode (Macintosh only); see page 41 (OS 8.6 to 9.x) or page 43 (OS X). ■ Align the print head as described on page 68. ■ Select MicroWeave if the setting is available. ■ Set the paper thickness lever to the 0 position. Set the lever to the + position when you print on thicker paper or envelopes.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Your print is blurry or smeared. Make sure your paper isn’t damp or curled, or loaded face down (the printable side should be face up). Reload new paper face up. ■ Clean the print head; see page 61 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may be old or low on ink; see page 63. ■ Make sure the printer is on a flat, stable surface. ■ ■ Check the paper thickness lever setting. The lever should be set to the 0 position for most papers.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 You see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure Black Ink Only is off (Windows) or Color ink is selected (Macintosh), even when printing black and white photographs. ■ Clean the print head; see page 61 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may be old or low on ink; see page 63. ■ Try turning off PhotoEnhance. Also check if you’re using a special effect that alters image colors, like Sepia.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Paper doesn’t eject fully or is wrinkled. ■ ■ If the paper doesn’t eject fully, you may have set the wrong paper size. Press the b maintenance button to eject the paper, then select the correct paper size. If it’s wrinkled when it ejects, the paper may be damp or too thin. Load new paper. Roll paper doesn’t feed correctly. ■ To load roll paper correctly, gently hold the paper in place with your hand while you press the z button.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 ■ Always press the z roll paper button to feed roll paper. If you press the b maintenance button instead and then turn either the printer or your computer off and on again, paper will feed unnecessarily and you’ll see a paper jam error message. You see incorrect characters. ■ Make sure the USB cable is securely connected at both ends and meets the system requirements on page 101.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Image size or position is incorrect. ■ Make sure paper and layout options are set correctly. ■ Your images may not match the width/height proportions (aspect ratio) of the paper size or layout you’re using. Images may be cropped or trimmed around the edges to fit the paper and layout. The wrong photo is printed. The photo numbering in the printer may not match the numbering in your camera.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Software (Windows) You may need to uninstall and then reinstall your printer driver and utilities if, for example, you upgrade your Windows operating system. You don’t need to uninstall your other photo software or your on-screen Reference Guide. Windows 1. Click Start, and select Programs or All Programs. 2. Point to Epson or EPSON Printers, then select EPSON Printer Software Uninstall. 3.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Where To Get Help If you need help with your printer, Film Factory, or the P.I.M. Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop, see the contact information below. See the information on page 99 if you need help with the other photo software that came on your printer CD-ROM. EPSON provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services listed in the following table.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories 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. If you need help with ArcSoft PhotoImpression, use this information: ■ Web site: www.arcsoft.com/techmain.htm ■ E-mail: support@arcsoft.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 100 Solving Problems
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Requirements and Notices Windows System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your system should have: ■ A Microsoft Windows compatible PC with a Pentium® or better processor, 150 MHz (233 MHz required for Windows XP, 300 Mhz or faster recommended) ■ Microsoft Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP ■ 64MB of RAM (128MB or more recommended) ■ 100MB of free hard disk space (200MB or more recommended) ■ VGA or be
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Important Safety Instructions Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to make sure you use the printer safely and effectively: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s label. ■ Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 ■ If the liquid crystal solution from the display or the optional preview monitor 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 physician immediately.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA ENERGY STAR office equipment program is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, and copiers in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: EPSON AMERICA, INC.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (“Epson”) warrants to the first retail purchaser that the EPSON printer covered by this limited warranty statement, if purchased and used in the United States or Canada, conforms to the manufacturer’s specifications and will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 108 Requirements and Notices
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Index Numerics C 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper setting, 49 4 x 6-inch Photo Paper, 20 Cable, printer, 101 Cancelling printing Macintosh, 41, 44 Windows, 39 without computer, 14 CardMonitor, 10, 11 Characters, incorrect, 95 Checking printer, 86 to 87 Chooser, Macintosh, 88, 95 Cleaning print head, 61 to 63 printer, 69 sheets, 69 Color Management settings Mac OS 8.6 to 9.
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 D G Declaration of Conformity, 105 Default settings control panel, 18 Windows, 40 Digital camera files, 8 Documentation, 4 to 6 Double-Sided Matte Paper, 49 DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), 19 Gamma setting, 45, 48, 93 Glossy media, 12 to 14, 21 to 22, 49 Grainy prints, 92 Greeting Cards, Glossy Photo, 49 E Electronic manual, 4 to 6 Energy Star compliance, 104 Enlargements, printing without computer, 21 to 22 EPSON Connection, 106 help, 98
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 J N Jams, paper, 93 to 95 JPEG files, printing requirements, 8 Network printing, 89 Noise, printer, 89 Nozzle Check, 62 to 63 Numbering of photos, 20 L Layout problems, 96 Layout settings Macintosh, 41, 43 Windows, 45 to 46 without computer, 16 Letterhead, 36 Lever, thickness, 37, 91 Lights, 84 to 86 M Macintosh basic printing, 40 to 44 Chooser, 88, 95 installing software, 71 to 75 system requirements, 101 Maintaining printer, 61 to 69 Marg
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Premium Glossy Photo Paper, 12 to 14, 21 to 22, 49 Premium Semigloss Photo Paper, 12, 49 Preprinted paper, 36 Preview monitor, 1, 84, 90 Previewing printout, 39, 41 to 43 Print dialog box, 38 Print head aligning, 68 cleaning, 61 to 63 Print Head Alignment utility, 68 PRINT Image Matching description, 2 to 3, 7 plug-in for Photoshop, 3, 56 to 59 printing without a computer, 17 with ArcSoft PhotoImpression, 4, 51 with Film Factory, 51 to 55 Print
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 Snapshots printing on roll paper, 25 to 29 printing without computer, 19 to 21 Software installation problems, 88 to 89 installing, 71 to 81 reinstalling, 97 summary, 3 to 4 uninstalling, 97 SoundAdvice, 98 Stickers, 12, 32 to 34, 49 Support, 98 to 99 System requirements, 101 T Technical support, 98 to 99 Thickness lever, 37, 91 Transfer paper, 49, 95 Transparencies, 49 Transporting printer, 70 Troubleshooting, 83 to 99 Type setting, 39, 91 U
VS EDVLFV ERRN 3DJH :HGQHVGD\ -XO\ 30 114 Index
