Daily Use Guide Printed in the Netherlands 00.04-.300 4012066-00 C01 EUL 4012066 Rev.0 cover-F DIC F43 4012066 Rev.0 cover-F PMS279 4012066 Rev.
R R4C443 Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Daily Use Guide Where to Find Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 A Few Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ Where to Find Information Setup Guide This guide will help you set up and begin using your printer. It includes information on setting up your printer and installing the printer software. Daily Use guide This guide provides information on normal printer operation. It also contains troubleshooting tips and customer support information.
Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 R English Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. ❏ Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet. Do not insert objects through the slots. ❏ Take care not to spill liquid on the printer.
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ ❏ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer; the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 R ❏ Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time before use may result in reduced print quality. ❏ Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or remove the cartridge except to replace it with a new one. Otherwise, the cartridge may become unusable.
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ For United Kingdom Users Use of options EPSON (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by EPSON (UK) Limited. Safety information w Warning: This appliance must be earthed.
Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 R w c English Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer.
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ ❏ Make sure the printable side of the paper is facing up when loading media into the sheet feeder. See the instruction sheets packed with the media to determine which side is the printable surface. Some media have cut corners to help identify the correct loading direction, as shown in the illustration.
Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 R English Note: The folding quality and thickness of envelopes varies widely. If the total thickness of the stack of envelopes exceeds 10 mm, press each envelope in the stack flat before loading. ❏ Load envelopes flap edge first with the flap side down. ❏ Do not use envelopes that are curled or folded. Make sure to flatten the envelope flaps before loading.
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ From Windows applications 1. From the File menu, click Print or Print Setup. 2. In the dialog box that appears, click Printer, Setup, Options, or Properties. (Depending on your application, you may need to click a combination of these buttons.) The printer driver opens. From the Windows Start menu 1. Click Start, point to Settings, then click Printers. 2.
Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 R English Making the Media Type setting The Media Type setting determines what other settings are available, so you should always make this setting first. On the Main menu, select the Media Type setting that matches the media which is loaded in the printer.
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ Note: Depending on the media selected in the Media Type list (while Automatic is selected), a slider appears under the Custom radio button that lets you choose from Quality or Speed settings. Select Quality when print quality is more important than speed.
Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 R Standard This setting provides standard image correction for most photos. Try this first. People This setting is best for photos of people. Nature This setting is best for outdoor scenery such as mountains, sky, and oceans. Soft Focus This setting makes your photos look as if they were taken with a soft-focus lens.
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ You can select from the following ready-made settings. ICM (For Windows 98, 95 and 2000) sRGB This setting automatically adjusts printout colors to match colors on your screen. ICM stands for Image Color Matching. This setting is best for color matching with other sRGB devices. Follow the steps below to select a Custom setting. 1.
Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 R Open the File menu and choose Print or Print Setup. Then click Printer, Setup, Options, or Properties. (Depending on your application, you may need to click a combination of these buttons.) Click Help at the bottom of the Main, Paper, Layout, and Utility menus for help related to the items on that menu.
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ ❏ Open the printer driver, click the Utility tab, then click EPSON Status Monitor 3. When you access EPSON Status Monitor 3, the following window appears. Replacing Ink Cartridges The Status Monitor 3 utility lets you monitor the remaining ink levels from your computer and view on-screen instructions for replacing a low or empty ink cartridge.
R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 R Note: If you need to replace an ink cartridge before it is empty, use the Ink Cartridge Replacement utility from the Utilities menu in your EPSON printer driver. Please read Warnings, Caution notes and other notes about Ink Cartridges on Replacing an Empty Ink Cartridge section in the online Reference Guide before replacing the ink cartridges.
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ The printer prints an operation check page including your printer’s ROM version information, the ink counter code, and a nozzle check pattern. Below are sample printouts. Good sample Print head needs to be cleaned segments are missing The above sample is in black and white, but the actual test prints in color (CMYK).
R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 R Note: ❏ Print head cleaning uses both color and black ink. To avoid wasting ink, clean the print head only if print quality declines; for example, if the printout is blurry or the color is incorrect or missing. ❏ Use the Nozzle Check utility first to confirm that the print head needs to be cleaned. This saves ink. ❏ Do not start the Head Cleaning or Nozzle Check utility while printing is in progress; otherwise, your printout may be marred.
L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ There are two ways to access the utility: ❏ Right-click the printer-shaped icon on the Windows taskbar and select Print Head Alignment. ❏ Access the printer software and click the Utility tab, then click the Print Head Alignment button. After opening the utility, follow the on-screen instructions.
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L R4C443 short.bk Rev. C A5 size 6/21/00 Daily_UK.fm Pass 0 c Proof Sign-off: K.Gazan CRE S.Tsukada_______ N.Nomoto _______ R.Thomson _______ Caution: Use only interface cables which meet the specifications listed above. Using other cables not covered by EPSON warranties may cause the printer to malfunction. Consumable products The following ink cartridges and EPSON special media are available for your printer. Ink cartridges You can use the following cartridges with your printer.
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Daily Use Guide Printed in the Netherlands 00.04-.300 4012066-00 C01 EUL 4012066 Rev.0 cover-F DIC F43 4012066 Rev.0 cover-F PMS279 4012066 Rev.
