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Pbasics.book Page ii Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers.
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Pbasics.book Page v Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Printing Borderless Photos Windows Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x Macintosh OS X Printing on Roll Paper Windows and Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x Macintosh OS X Removing Roll Paper From the Printer Customizing Your Print Settings Customizing Windows Print Settings Customizing Macintosh Print Settings Selecting the Correct Media Type Using PRINT Image Matching Using Film Factory Using the P.I.M.
Pbasics.book Page vi Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Running a Printer Check Uninstalling and Reinstalling Printer Software Windows Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9x Macintosh OS X 10.
Pbasics.book Page 1 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Welcome! Your EPSON Stylus® Photo 925 is an amazing printer for digital photography. You can print pictures directly from your digital camera’s memory card. Choose from various layouts, adjust image brightness, and crop your photos without even turning on your computer! Create true BorderFree™ photos directly from your printer in a variety of sizes perfect for albums or framing.
Pbasics.book Page 2 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM PRINT Image Matching and Exif Print Your EPSON Stylus Photo 925 printer supports these innovative digital image formats to give you the best photo prints possible: ■ PRINT Image Matching™ (both P.I.M. and P.I.M II) ■ Exif Print About PRINT Image Matching EPSON’s revolutionary PRINT Image Matching technology lets your digital camera and printer work together automatically to produce the best prints possible.
Pbasics.book Page 3 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM About Your Software The printer software CD-ROM that came with your printer includes all the software you need for printing. See the Start Here sheet for installation instructions. ■ Your printer driver runs your printer and lets you control how your documents look. You can’t print from your computer without it. Tip: It’s a good idea to check EPSON’s support web site periodically for free updates to your printer driver. Visit http://support.epson.com.
Pbasics.book Page 4 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM About Your Documentation To set up your printer and install its software, see the Start Here sheet. For tips on printing without a computer, see the Quick Reference booklet.
Pbasics.book Page 5 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Viewing Your On-Screen Reference Guide 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.
Pbasics.book Page 6 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM When you first open the Reference Guide, you see this screen: Click here to expand the table of contents Click a topic on the left to expand the table of contents. After expanding the table of contents, you can click on the topic you want to view. ■ If there’s a right arrow ■ Click the down arrow , click it to view subtopics, then click on a topic to go to it. to close a subtopic list.
Pbasics.book Page 7 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Using EPSON Paper EPSON offers a wide variety of papers that let you customize your projects and achieve professional results.
Pbasics.book Page 8 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Choosing the Paper for Your Project Once you know which photos you want to print, you need to select the type of paper to print them on, the paper size, and your layout. Here are some helpful tips: ■ Select a type of paper to suit your image. A photograph is meant to last for years. For best quality, use one of the special EPSON papers listed on page 9. ■ Use the paper designed for your printer.
Pbasics.book Page 9 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Available Papers Depending on whether you’re printing in stand-alone mode (using the printer’s control panel) or from an application running on your computer, you can choose from different available papers: ■ When printing without a computer, you can use plain paper or special EPSON papers as listed below, including 4-inch wide roll paper.
Pbasics.book Page 10 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Paper name and description Letter size 4×6 5×7 8 × 10 4 in. roll EPSON Photo Stickers:® fun photos with or without colorful frames — S04144 — — — Iron-On Transfer Paper: Transfer photos onto fabric S041153 (10 sheets) — — — — Glossy Photo Greeting Cards: Personalize cards with your own photos (4.
Pbasics.book Page 11 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder To load paper in the sheet feeder, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the paper support is attached. 2. Place your paper against the right edge of the feeder. Make sure the printable (whiter or glossier) side of the paper is face up. If you are loading multiple sheets, fan the stack of paper before loading it to prevent paper jams. Note: Don’t load paper above the arrow mark inside the left edge guide.
Pbasics.book Page 12 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Loading Envelopes You can load up to 10 envelopes at a time: 1. Place the envelopes against the right edge of the sheet feeder. Load them with the printable side facing you, flap-edge to the left. Then slide the left edge guide against the envelopes. Tip: For best results, press each envelope flat before loading it, or load one envelope at a time. Set the thickness lever to the envelope position Load with the printable side up 2.
Pbasics.book Page 13 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Loading and Using Roll Paper The printer accepts roll paper in widths of 4 inches and 8.3 inches; however, when printing in stand-alone mode (without connecting the printer to a computer), the printer’s built-in layouts work only with 4-inch roll paper. This paper size is ideal for printing snapshots and panoramics. Tip: It’s a good idea to check your ink levels before you print on roll paper. See page 85 for instructions.
Pbasics.book Page 14 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 5. Insert the tabs on the roll paper holders into the slots in the back of the printer as shown. Insert this holder in the slot marked with 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. 7. Hold the paper in place while you press the z roll paper button. The paper feeds into the printer. Caution: Make sure your hands are clean or wear gloves to avoid marring the paper.
Pbasics.book Page 15 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Selecting Roll Paper Cutting Options You can have the printer cut each page automatically, or you can cut the paper yourself by pressing the z roll paper button after printing one or more print jobs. Follow the instructions in one of these sections: ■ If you’re printing from your computer, see “Printing on Roll Paper” on page 63. ■ If you’re using your printer without a computer, follow the instructions below.
Pbasics.book Page 16 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM If you’re finished printing on roll paper, here’s how to remove it: 1. Press the z roll paper button and hold it down for about three seconds. The paper feeds all the way back and an error message appears on the display. 2. Use the knobs on the roll paper holders to rewind the paper. (Make sure you pull the paper out fully from the feed slot.) 3. Press the z roll paper button to clear the error message.
Pbasics.book Page 17 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Printing Without a Computer Your EPSON Stylus Photo 925 lets you print photos quickly and easily without a computer. Just insert your digital camera’s memory card, choose settings from the control panel, and press the green Print button. Before you start, make sure you plug in the printer, turn it on, and install ink cartridges, as described on your Start Here sheet.
Pbasics.book Page 18 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Using Your Camera’s Print Settings Your EPSON Stylus Photo 925 is designed to work hand-in-hand with the latest advances in digital cameras. With PRINT Image Matching, you can get beautiful print results from all your digital photos, easily and automatically. And with DPOF, you can use your camera to select which photos you want to print—before you even get home to your printer.
Pbasics.book Page 19 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Getting Photos into the Printer Note: Make sure your printer is set up, plugged in, and turned on, as described on the Start Here sheet. Your EPSON Stylus Photo 925 can print photos stored: ■ On a memory card (see below) Many digital cameras store pictures on a removable memory card. Before you can print, you need to take the memory card out of your camera and insert it into the printer.
Pbasics.book Page 20 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Follow these guidelines to insert your memory card: 1. Make sure the printer is turned on, then insert the memory card into the appropriate slot, as shown: CompactFlash or Microdrive (bottom) Memory Stick (middle) SmartMedia (top) If you’re using a CompactFlash or Microdrive card, insert it all the way in. If you’re using a Memory Stick or SmartMedia card, it won’t be possible to insert it fully; this is normal. 2.
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Pbasics.book Page 22 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 2. Connect the USB cable from your camera or data storage device to the back of the printer. Some digital cameras require a special USB cable; if so, be sure to use the one that came with the camera. 3. Turn on the printer and your camera or data storage device. After a moment, the printer reads and counts the number of images on your device.
Pbasics.book Page 23 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Selecting Photos for Printing Before selecting the photos you want to print, make sure you have inserted your memory card or connected your camera to the printer, as described on page 19. ■ Unless you have the optional preview monitor (shown to the right), it’s a good idea to start by printing an index, so you can select your photos by number. Note: The optional preview monitor (EPSON part number C12C860005) makes it easy to select your photos.
Pbasics.book Page 24 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Selecting One Photo You can select a photo, then print one or more copies of it on a page using a variety of layouts. With the Copies option, you can print up to 100 copies of your selected layout. If you don’t have the optional preview monitor, first print an index to identify the photos on the memory card (as described on page 23). 1. Press the Cancel button to clear any previous settings. 2. Highlight Print Mode, then press the Select button. 3.
Pbasics.book Page 25 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Selecting a Set of Photos You can select two or more photos, then print them as a group using a variety of layouts. If you’ve selected more photos than can fit on a page, the printer automatically prints additional pages as needed, using the same layout. If you don’t have the optional preview monitor, first print an index to identify the photos on the memory card (as described on page 23). 1. Press the Cancel button to clear any previous settings. 2.
Pbasics.book Page 26 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 10. When you’re done, your list of selected photos is displayed. (If you’ve selected four or more photos, use the button to scroll up and view the rest of them.) Note: If you made a mistake and selected the wrong photo, you can remove it from the list of selected photos. Simply change its number of copies to zero; see step 7. (Do not press Cancel, or all your settings will be canceled.) 11. Use the printing. button to highlight Close, then press .
Pbasics.book Page 27 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Printing Your Selected Photos Once you’ve selected your photos, follow these steps to start printing: 1. Load your paper in the printer, as described on page 11 (for individual sheets) or page 13 (for roll paper). Note: If you’re not sure which type of paper to use, see “Choosing the Paper for Your Project” on page 8. 2. Enter the Paper Type menu. Highlight the type of paper you’ve loaded, then press Select.
Pbasics.book Page 28 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Note: See “Printing Special Layouts” on page 38 for additional layouts. 5. If you’ve selected a single photo for printing (Print Mode is set to One, as described on page 24), you can print multiple sheets of your selected layout. Enter the Copies menu, then select from 1 to 100 copies. (You can also use Copies if you’ve selected All as your Print Mode.
Pbasics.book Page 29 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Selecting the Correct Paper Type When printing, be sure to select the correct Paper Type setting (step 2 on page 27). This tells the printer what kind of paper you’re using so it can adjust the ink coverage accordingly. Here are the settings you should choose from your printer’s control panel when not using your computer to print: For this paper . . . Select this Paper Type setting . . .
Pbasics.book Page 30 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Planning the Size of Your Photos The printer automatically adjusts the size of your photos according to the paper size and layout you choose (steps 3 and 4 on pages 27 and 27). To get one of the photo sizes listed below, select an appropriate combination of paper size and page layout: Paper size Letter 4× 6 30 Page layout Size of each photo (inches) Paper size 8.5 × 11 5× 7 Page layout Size of each photo (inches) 5× 7 8 × 10 4× 6 5× 7 2.
Pbasics.book Page 31 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM You can print photos the following sizes on 4-inch roll paper: Paper size 4-inch wide roll Page layout Size of each photo (inches) 4× 6 2.6 × 4 2.5 × 3.5 1.5 × 2 1.5 × 2 1 × 1.5 0.8 × 0.
Pbasics.book Page 32 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM One-Touch Printing If there are certain settings you use quite often—for example, if you like to print 3.5 × 5-inch snapshots on Premium Glossy Photo Paper using 4-inch rolls—you can create your own custom settings and recall them at any time by pressing one of the Custom buttons. Follow these steps to create custom settings: 1.
Pbasics.book Page 33 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Touching Up Your Photos The EPSON Stylus Photo 925 lets you correct the color and improve the image quality of your photos even without a computer. Two basic types of adjustments are available. Note: These settings affect only your printed pictures. They do not change your original image files. ■ Automatic adjustments (see below) If your camera supports PRINT Image Matching, you can use the printer’s P.I.M.
Pbasics.book Page 34 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 3. Choose from these options: ■ P.I.M. uses your camera’s PRINT Image Matching settings (this option is automatically selected when your pictures contain P.I.M. data). ■ PhotoEnhance adjusts your photos based on your subjects or the environment in which they are photographed. After selecting PhotoEnhance, open the Enhancements menu. Then select from Standard, People, Scenery, Sunset, Night, Backlit, or Macro. ■ None if you don’t want to use P.I.M.
Pbasics.book Page 35 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Cropping and Sizing Your Photos The EPSON Stylus Photo 925 lets you decide how your photos fit on the page with two options: Crop and Fit to Frame. You can apply these options to all your photos, or just to selected photos. Note: The optional preview monitor (EPSON part number C12C860005) lets you see how your photos will be cropped. See page 107 for ordering information. 1. Make sure you’ve selected the photos you want to print. and 2.
Pbasics.book Page 36 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM If you’re using the optional preview monitor, you see a yellow border around the cropped area (shown in black below). Use the border only as a rough guide, since it does not indicate the exact area of your cropped image. 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.2× 1.2× 1.2× Upper Left Upper Center Upper Right 1.2× 1.2× 1.2× 1.5 1.5 1.5 Center Left Center Center Right 1.2× 1.2× 1.2× 1.5 1.5 1.5 Lower Left Lower Center Lower Right 6.
Pbasics.book Page 37 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Adding Crop Marks and Photo Information Depending on the layout you choose, you can add crop marks (cutting marks) to guide you in cutting out your photos. You can also print information such as your camera settings and the date and time your photos were taken directly on your printed photos. Printing Crop Marks Except on letter-size paper, you can add crop marks to all your photos when printing two or four photos per sheet.
Pbasics.book Page 38 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM When Date, Time, or Photo Information is turned on, the information prints on all photos in any layouts for which they are allowed. In some cases, this information may not print if your finished photos are not large enough to provide the necessary space. These settings are saved when you turn off the printer or choose a different set of photos, so remember to turn the settings off if you no longer want to print with them.
Pbasics.book Page 39 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 2. Enter the Paper Type menu. Highlight the Stickers option, then press Select. 3. Select the photo(s) you want to use, as described on page 23. 4. If you want to adjust the resolution of your printout, enter the Quality menu. Choose from these settings: ■ High—for photo-quality output ■ Super High—for photo-lab quality output; takes a bit longer to print 5.
Pbasics.book Page 40 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Aligning Your Stickers If you notice that your photos are slightly off-center, you can adjust their position by up to 2.5 mm (about 1/8 inch) in any direction. 1. Enter the Advanced Settings menu. 2. Select one of these options: ■ Sticker Adjustment: Up/Down ■ Sticker Adjustment: Left/Right 3.
Pbasics.book Page 41 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Printing Greeting Cards With EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Cards (part number S041606), you can create your own personalized cards by printing your photo right on the front of each card. (If your printer is connected to a computer, you can print a message inside the card, too.) Your Stylus Photo 925 lets you print your photo without borders, all the way to the edges of the card. 1.
Pbasics.book Page 42 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Printing with Iron-On Transfer Paper With EPSON Iron-On Transfer Paper (part number S041153, 20 sheets—or S041155, 50 sheets), you can transfer your photos and other images to T-shirts, aprons, or just about any cotton or cotton-blended fabric. The printer automatically creates a mirror-image of your photo so that any text looks correct once it’s transferred. 1. Follow the instructions in the paper package to load a sheet of transfer paper.
Pbasics.book Page 43 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Saving Your Image Files If you don’t have a computer, you can save the image files that are in your camera’s memory card on a Zip disk. This lets you reuse the memory card without losing your original images. Once your images are stored on a Zip disk, you can retrieve them at any time for printing. Note: To back up images, you need a 100 or 250MB Iomega Zip drive (AC or USB powered), available at most computer stores.
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Pbasics.book Page 45 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Printing From Your Computer When you print from your computer, your EPSON Stylus Photo 925 works like any other printer. You can edit and enhance photos, or create greeting cards and calendars, and then print them out. Before you start, make sure your printer software is installed as described on the Start Here sheet.
Pbasics.book Page 46 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Copying Photos to Your Computer If you’ve taken digital photos with your camera, you can copy them to your computer using PhotoStarter and CardMonitor. These utility programs were automatically installed with your printer driver, and they detect when you insert a memory card in your printer and automatically copy the photos to your computer. Note: If you’re using Windows XP or OS X, you don’t need these programs.
Pbasics.book Page 47 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Configuring PhotoStarter Follow these steps to configure PhotoStarter: 1. When you see the message on page 46, click Next. The PhotoStarter setup assistant opens: 2. Click Next again. The setup assistant asks you a series of questions about how you want PhotoStarter to work. The default settings do the following whenever you insert a memory card: ■ PhotoStarter copies your pictures to the Photos folder on your desktop.
Pbasics.book Page 48 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Removing a Memory Card Once you’re finished copying photos from your memory card, follow the steps below to remove it. You should also remove any cards before unplugging the USB cable from your printer. Caution: Do not eject a card while the processing light is flashing, or without performing the steps described below, or you may lose data on the card. Be sure all cards have been removed before unplugging the USB cable. 1.
Pbasics.book Page 49 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Basic Printing in Windows After you create your document (such as a photograph, letter, or school project) in a Windows application, follow these steps to print it: 1. From the File menu, click Print. You see a Print window (your window may look slightly different): Select your printer here, if necessary Click here to open your printer software 2. Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo 925 is selected. 3. Click the Properties or Preferences button.
Pbasics.book Page 50 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM You see your printer settings window. The most important thing to remember is to set the correct Media Type for the paper you’re using. Select the type of paper you loaded Select the Ink color Select Automatic mode Select higher quality or faster printing Click OK 4. Make the following settings on the printer settings window: 50 ■ Choose the paper you’re printing on (click the arrow to scroll through the Media Type list).
Pbasics.book Page 51 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 5. Click the Paper tab at the top of the window if you need to change the paper source (sheet feeder or roll paper), paper size, number of copies, page orientation, or printable area. Note: To print without borders, see page 60. To print on roll paper, see page 63. To print double-sided pages, refer to your on-screen Reference Guide (see page 5).
Pbasics.book Page 52 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 8. At the Print window, click OK (or Print) to start printing. Click OK to start printing After a moment, this window appears and shows the progress of your print job. You can use the buttons to cancel, pause, or resume printing. You can also see how much ink you have left.
Pbasics.book Page 53 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Selecting the Settings You Use Most Often Your printer settings apply only to the program you’re currently using. If you usually print one type of document in different programs—for example, black-and-white photos on 8 × 10 paper—you can change the default printer settings for all your programs. You do this using the Windows Printers utility. 1. Right-click the printer icon on your taskbar, in the lower-right corner of your screen.
Pbasics.book Page 54 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Printing with OS 8.6 to 9.x 1. From the File menu, select Page Setup. You see the following: Make sure you see SP 925 Select your paper size Select the orientation of your document 2. Make sure SP 925 is selected. If not, you need to select your printer in the Chooser. 3. Select the correct Paper Size, Orientation, and other settings. Then click OK. Note: To print without borders, see page 60. To print on roll paper, see page 63.
Pbasics.book Page 55 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 5. Make the following settings: ■ Choose the paper you’re printing on (click the arrow to scroll through the Media Type list). If you’re not sure which setting to select, see page 72. ■ Set the Ink option to Color to print a color document or black-and-white photo. To print a black text document, click Black. ■ Set the Mode option to Automatic. It’s the easiest way to get good printing results on all types of paper.
Pbasics.book Page 56 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM If you’re not using background printing and you need to cancel printing, hold down the J key and press the . (period) key. For more information on printing—for example, printing posters or adding a watermark—see your on-screen Reference Guide (described on page 3). Note: Keep your pictures and unused paper away from high temperatures and humidity and out of direct sunlight. See page 16 for more information about storing and displaying your pictures.
Pbasics.book Page 57 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Caution: When printing borderless photos, select one of the supported paper sizes for your printer. Never select a custom or unsupported paper size, as this may cause ink to spray inside your printer. When printing with borders using a custom paper size, make sure the selected size matches the paper you loaded and is within the printable area for the printer.
Pbasics.book Page 58 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 9. Select the following Print Settings as necessary: Select your paper type (see page 72) Select Color (for color documents and black and white photographs) or Black for black text documents Select Automatic mode 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.
Pbasics.book Page 59 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 12. To monitor the progress of your print job, click the Print Center icon when it appears in the dock. On OS X 10.2.x, double-click your printer option (such as Stylus Photo 925). You see a screen like this: 13.
Pbasics.book Page 60 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Printing Borderless Photos You can print your photos without margins, extending the image all the way to the edges of the page. Although borderless printing is a bit slower, you get beautiful snapshots or enlargements without trimming.
Pbasics.book Page 61 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Windows 1. In your application, open the printer settings window and make any required settings as described on page 50. 2. Click the Paper tab. You see a window like the following: Select the paper type Click this box for borderless printouts Choose the correct paper size 3. Select the correct Paper Source and Page Size, and check the Borderless box.
Pbasics.book Page 62 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x 1. Select Page Setup from the File menu. You see this window: Click this box for borderless printouts Choose the paper size and source 2. Select the correct Paper Source and Paper Size, and check the Borderless box. Note: If you are using roll paper, select the appropriate Auto Cutter option as described on page 64. 3. Click OK. 4. Select Print from the File menu and then click Print. Macintosh OS X 1.
Pbasics.book Page 63 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 2. Open the Format for menu and select the appropriate borderless option: 3. Choose the correct Paper Size. 4. Click OK. 5. Select Print from the File menu. 6. Open the Printer pull-down menu and select the same borderless option you chose in the Format for menu on the Page Setup window. 7. Click Print. Printing on Roll Paper You can print on 4” or 8.3” roll paper. Before you start, however, you need to tell the printer how to cut your photos.
Pbasics.book Page 64 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM You see a screen like the one below. 3. Windows: In the Paper Source box, select Roll 4in or Roll 8.3in. Macintosh: Select the paper size (such as 4 x 6 in for 4 inch roll paper) in the Paper Size box. Then select Roll Paper in the Paper Source box. 4. If you want to print without margins, click the Borderless checkbox. 5.
Pbasics.book Page 65 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 7. Windows: Click OK or Print. Macintosh: Select Print from the File menu. Select the correct Media Type setting for the roll paper that is loaded in the printer. (See page 72.) Then click Print. Once your photo is done printing, press the printer’s z roll paper button to cut and eject it. If you’re printing multiple photos, wait for the last photo to finish printing before cutting it.
Pbasics.book Page 66 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 8. Select Roll Paper Option from the Copies & Pages pull-down menu: Open the Roll Paper Option menu You see this menu: Select Paper-Saving Cut, Normal Cut, or Manual Cut Change a Roll Paper Option if necessary 9. Open the Auto Cutter pull-down menu and select one of the paper cutting options described on page 64. 10.
Pbasics.book Page 67 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Removing Roll Paper From the Printer When you’re done printing on roll paper, follow these steps to remove it: Note: Always keep unused paper in the original package. 1. Press the z roll paper button and hold it down for about three seconds. The paper feeds all the way back and a message appears. 2. Turn the knobs on the roll paper holders to rewind the paper. (Make sure the paper is completely rewound on the roll.) 3.
Pbasics.book Page 68 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Customizing Your Print Settings You can use custom settings for color management, printing at higher resolutions, and selecting a variety of special effects. Customizing Windows Print Settings 1. On the printer settings window, click Custom, then click the Custom Settings list to open it. Click Custom, then click Advanced or choose from the Custom settings list 2.
Pbasics.book Page 69 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 4. To access advanced settings, click Custom and then click the Advanced button. You see the Advanced window. Select a higher print quality (select Best Photo or Photo RPM for the best print quality on photo and glossy paper types) Click to save settings 5. Select a higher print quality, if necessary. (Some settings may not be available, depending on your selected paper type.) 6. Select any other advanced settings you want to use.
Pbasics.book Page 70 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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 from the Custom Settings list 2. Select one of these settings: ■ Economy: For printing rough drafts of text on plain paper. Saves ink. ■ ColorSync: For matching colors to your screen as closely as possible, when used in conjunction with ColorSync-compatible devices and applications. 3.
Pbasics.book Page 71 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 4. To access advanced settings, click Advanced (OS 8.6 to 9.x) or Advanced Settings (OS X). Select a higher print quality (select Photo RPM for the best print quality on photo and glossy paper types) 5. Select a higher print quality, if necessary. (Some settings may not be available, depending on your selected paper type.) 6. Adjust any Color Management settings, if necessary. (OS X: Select Color Management from the Print Settings menu.) 7.
Pbasics.book Page 72 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Selecting the Correct Media Type When printing, always be sure to select the correct Media Type setting. This tells the printer what kind of paper you’re using so it can adjust the ink coverage accordingly. Here are the settings you should choose for your paper when printing from your computer: For this paper . . . Select this Media Type setting . . .
Pbasics.book Page 73 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Using PRINT Image Matching With PRINT Image Matching (P.I.M. or P.I.M. II), 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.
Pbasics.book Page 74 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Opening Your Photos in 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. Select a “roll of film” or click the Roll button and select New Roll. 3.
Pbasics.book Page 75 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 6. Click a button on the left to select a print option. For example, click the Standard Prints button. You see buttons for each step you need to follow, as shown. 7. Click Import & Retouch to retouch or edit your photo, if necessary. Note: You can rotate, trim, and correct for red eyes and still retain Print Image Matching or Exif Print image quality with your photo. However, if you adjust other settings, such as brightness and color, your P.I.M.
Pbasics.book Page 76 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 2. Windows and Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x: Select these options in the Printer Settings box at the bottom of the screen, in this order: 1 Make sure your printer is selected 3 Select your paper size 2 Select Sheet Feeder or Sheet Feeder (No Margins) for Borderless printing 4 Select the Media Type Macintosh OS X: Click the Properties button. Select your printer in the Format for menu, select the correct Paper Size setting, and click OK. 3.
Pbasics.book Page 77 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 8. Click the Print button at the top of the screen. ■ Windows: Your pictures are printed. ■ Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x: You see the Print window; click Print. Your pictures are printed. ■ Macintosh OS X: You see the Print window. Store your prints in resealable plastic bags, photo albums, or glass-covered picture frames. Keep your pictures and unused paper away from high temperatures, humidity, and direct sunlight.
Pbasics.book Page 78 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 2. Open the File menu and select Import > PRINT Image Matching. You see a window like this: 3. Select the folder containing your P.I.M. or Exif Print images. (In Windows, all your files are listed; on a Macintosh, only P.I.M. and Exif Print files appear.) 4. Select the image you want to import. 5. To see a preview of the P.I.M., Exif Print, or color extension effects for the selected image, check the Image Preview box. (In Windows, non-P.I.M.
Pbasics.book Page 79 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 9. Follow the steps in the next section to print your P.I.M. image. To keep the P.I.M. header information intact for use in other P.I.M.-enabled programs, keep the original file; don’t use the Photoshop Save command. Instead use Save As to rename the file. It won’t contain P.I.M. header information, but will retain P.I.M. image quality, as long as the file is saved with the ICC profile embedded.
Pbasics.book Page 80 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 4. Photoshop 7.0 or Elements: Click Print. You see the printer settings window. Photoshop 6.0: Go to step 5. In Windows, click Setup, then select your printer and click Properties or Preferences to select these settings. 5. Select the paper you’re printing on as the Media Type. 6. Windows: Click Custom, then click Advanced. You see the Advanced options. Macintosh 8.6 to 9.x: Under Mode, click Custom, then click the Advanced button.
Pbasics.book Page 81 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Macintosh 8.6 to 9.x Windows No Color Adjustment Macintosh OS X 9. Continue clicking OK (Windows) or click Print (Macintosh) to print your photo.
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Pbasics.book Page 83 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Maintaining Your Printer This chapter describes maintenance procedures to keep your printer working its best, and preparation steps for moving your printer.
Pbasics.book Page 84 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Cleaning the Print Head If your printouts are unexpectedly light or faint, or dots or lines are missing from the image, you may need to clean the print head. This unclogs the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if quality declines. You can clean the print head either from the printer’s control panel or using your printer software.
Pbasics.book Page 85 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern you printed. 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 any dots are missing (as shown below), clean the print head again; see page 84 for instructions.
Pbasics.book Page 86 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Use these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of installing them and before the expiration date on the package: ■ Black ink cartridge: T026201 ■ Color ink cartridge: T027201 When you need new ink cartridges, contact your dealer or call 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.
Pbasics.book Page 87 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 4. The black cartridge is on the left and the color cartridge is on the right. Open the ink cartridge cover, then lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of it carefully. 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. 5. Unwrap the new ink cartridge.
Pbasics.book Page 88 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 6. Lower the cartridge into the holder, resting it on top of the hooks as shown. Caution: Don’t place the cartridge under the hooks, or they may break when you close the cover. Set cartridge on top of hooks 7. Close the ink cartridge cover (press down firmly until it snaps shut). 8. If you need to replace the other ink cartridge, repeat steps 4 through 7 before continuing with step 9. 9. Press Custom button 1 and close the printer cover.
Pbasics.book Page 89 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Aligning the Print Head If your printouts contain misaligned vertical lines or horizontal banding, you may need to align the print head. You can align the print head either from the printer’s control panel or using your printer software. To align the print head from the printer software, the printer must be connected directly to your computer (not over a network); see your on-screen Reference Guide for details.
Pbasics.book Page 90 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Aligning the Cutter If you’re using the cutter to automatically cut photos printed on 4” roll paper, you may notice that the cuts are not aligned exactly with the edges of your photos. In this case, you can use the Cutting Position Adjustment to align your cuts more precisely. 1. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and letter-size paper is loaded. 2. Use the button to highlight Advanced Settings, then press the Select button. 3.
Pbasics.book Page 91 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the display and optional preview monitor.
Pbasics.book Page 92 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Transporting the Printer If you move your printer some distance, you need to prepare it for transportation in its original box or one of a similar size. Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Follow these steps: 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.
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Pbasics.book Page 94 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Diagnosing Problems Your EPSON Stylus Photo 925 includes a number of ways to help you diagnose problems: ■ To identify the most common problems, check for messages on the control panel display and follow the instructions provided. ■ If you’re not sure whether the problem is coming from your printer or the computer, run a printer check as described on page 103. ■ Check for solutions in the following sections of this chapter.
Pbasics.book Page 95 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM ■ For Windows 2000, if you see an error message or your software doesn’t install correctly, you may not have software installation privileges. Contact your System Administrator. ■ Make sure Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP was preinstalled on your system. The USB Printer Device Driver may not install correctly if you’ve upgraded from Windows 95. ■ Make sure the USB Controller is working properly in Device Manager.
Pbasics.book Page 96 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Printing is too slow. Make sure your system meets the requirements listed on page 117. If you’re printing a high-resolution image, you need more than the minimum requirements listed. You may also need to: ■ Clear space on your hard drive or run a defragmentation utility. ■ Close open programs that you’re not using. ■ Increase your system’s memory (RAM).
Pbasics.book Page 97 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Solving Print Quality Problems You see banding (light lines). ■ The print head nozzles may need cleaning; see page 84 for instructions. ■ Select a higher print quality and turn off High Speed mode. See page 50 (Windows) or page 55 (Macintosh). ■ If you’re printing without a computer, make sure the printer’s Paper Type setting matches the type of paper you’re using; see page 29 for guidelines.
Pbasics.book Page 98 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Your printout is blurry or smeared. ■ Use EPSON papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine EPSON inks. ■ Make sure you load paper with the printable side face-up. The printable side is usually the whiter or brighter side of the paper. ■ Make sure your paper isn’t damp or curled, or loaded face down (the printable side should be face up). If it’s damp or curled, reload a new stack of paper.
Pbasics.book Page 99 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM You see wrong or missing colors. ■ Make sure the Ink setting is set to Color for color images or black-and-white prints and your software is set for color printing. ■ The print head nozzles may need cleaning; see page 84 for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may be old or low on ink. To replace an ink cartridge, see page 85. ■ Try turning off PhotoEnhance. Also check if you’re using a special effect that alters image colors, like Sepia.
Pbasics.book Page 100 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Solving Problems with Paper Feeding 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, and then select the correct paper size. ■ If it’s wrinkled when it ejects, the paper may be damp or too thin. Paper doesn’t feed correctly or jams in the printer. ■ Make sure the paper support is attached.
Pbasics.book Page 101 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM ■ Use a triangle or other tool to make sure the end of the roll is cut perpendicular to the edges. If the end is cut on a diagonal, the paper may not feed smoothly. ■ If you see a paper jam error message, follow the instructions on the printer display to clear the error. ■ If the red b error light is on, press the z roll paper button for 3 seconds, then pull the paper fully out of the printer.
Pbasics.book Page 102 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM The margins are incorrect. ■ Make sure the paper settings are correct for your paper size. ■ Make sure the paper is positioned correctly in the feeder, all the way to the right. Slide the left edge guide against the paper. ■ See your software documentation for instructions on choosing the correct margins for your paper size. The margins must be within the printable area of the page. See “Printer Specifications” in your on-screen Reference Guide.
Pbasics.book Page 103 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Running a Printer Check You may need to run a printer check to see if a problem comes from the printer itself or some other source. 1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off. Then disconnect the USB cable from the printer. 2. Make sure letter-size or larger paper is loaded in the printer. 3. Hold down the z roll paper button, then press and release the P power button. 4.
Pbasics.book Page 104 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Uninstalling and Reinstalling Printer Software You may need to uninstall and then reinstall your printer driver and utilities. For example, this might be necessary when you upgrade your Windows operating system. You don’t need to uninstall Film Factory, PhotoImpression, the P.I.M. II Plug-in, or your on-screen Reference Guide. Note: Do not turn off or disconnect the printer while you are uninstalling the software. Windows 1.
Pbasics.book Page 105 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9x 1. Close all applications. 2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM. 3. In the EPSON window, scroll down and double-click the Drivers folder. 4. Double-click the Printer Driver folder. Then double-click the Disk 1 folder. 5. Double-click the Installer icon and click Continue. 6. In the Installer dialog box, select Uninstall from the pull-down menu and click the Uninstall button.
Pbasics.book Page 106 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 7. In the Installer dialog box, select Uninstall from the pull-down menu and click the Uninstall button. Follow the on-screen instructions and click Quit when you’re done. 8. In the Drivers folder, double-click the EPSON CardMonitor 1.0 Installer folder, then double-click the Installer icon. 9. When you see the license agreement, click Accept. 10. In the Installer dialog box, select Uninstall from the pull-down menu and click the Uninstall button.
Pbasics.book Page 107 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Before you call, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (EPSON Stylus Photo 925) ■ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) ■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ■ Computer configuration ■ Description of the problem 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).
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Pbasics.book Page 109 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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 a Macintosh, follow the software installation instructions on the Start Here sheet.
Pbasics.book Page 110 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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.
Pbasics.book Page 111 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 5. When you see this message about installing additional software click OK: 6. When you see the license agreement, read it and click Agree, then continue with the instructions in the next section to finish the installation. 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; follow the on-screen instructions. 2.
Pbasics.book Page 112 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 4. When setup is complete, select Yes to restart your computer and click Finish. Leave in the CD-ROM as your computer restarts. You see the Optional Software menu: 5. Click the button for each program to learn more about it. If you want the program, click Install and follow the instructions on the screen. 6. If you see a message about installing QuickTime®, click Yes and follow the on-screen instructions. You don’t need a registration number. 7.
Pbasics.book Page 113 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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. 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 2000 1. Turn on your computer. 2.
Pbasics.book Page 114 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 5. Click the Search for option, then click Next. 6. Select CD-ROM drives only, then click Next. 7. At the next screen, click Next. The installation proceeds automatically. 8. When the installation is complete, click Finish. 9. You see another New Hardware Wizard screen. Continue clicking Next or Finish to install all the software. The installation proceeds automatically.
Pbasics.book Page 115 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 10. If you see this screen, click Yes to continue. Otherwise the installation will not be complete. 11. When you see a message about installing additional software, click OK. 12. When you see the license agreement, read it and click Agree, then continue with the instructions in the next section to finish the installation.
Pbasics.book Page 116 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 4. When setup is complete, select Yes to restart your computer and click Finish. 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, then click the EPSON icon. 5. Click the button for each program to learn more about it. If you want the program, click Install and follow the instructions on the screen. 6.
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Pbasics.book Page 118 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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.
Pbasics.book Page 119 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM ■ 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.
Pbasics.book Page 120 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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.
Pbasics.book Page 121 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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.
Pbasics.book Page 122 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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.
Pbasics.book Page 123 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM 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.
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Pbasics.book Page 125 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Index A Accessories, 107 Adobe Photoshop, P.I.M.
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Pbasics.book Page 127 Wednesday, April 23, 2003 4:30 PM Monitoring ink level Macintosh, 55 Windows, 52 without computer, 85 Moving printer, 92 MultiMediaCard, 21 N Network printing, 95 Noise, printer, 95 Nozzle Check, 84 to 85 O Orientation setting, 54, 57 P P.I.M., see PRINT Image Matching Page Setup Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.
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Insdfrt.fm Page 135 Wednesday, April 2, 2003 1:47 PM EPSON Ink Jet Papers and Ink Cartridges Use EPSON paper and inks to get the same photo quality results that have earned EPSON’s printers all of their awards! EPSON papers are specially coated to work with genuine EPSON inks. Here are details about just a few of EPSON’s papers: Premium Glossy Photo Paper Water-resistant, photographic-weight paper with a high gloss finish. Perfect for all photographic applications and available in a variety of sizes.
Insdbck.fm Page 136 Wednesday, April 2, 2003 1:47 PM How To Order EPSON Ink and Paper To order EPSON ink cartridges and paper, contact your dealer or call 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.
