– for use without a computer – Introduction Important Safety Instructions .............................................................. 3 Copyright Notice.................................................................................. 4 Guide to Parts and Control Panel Functions Parts ....................................................................................................... 5 Control Panel Functions ......................................................................
Where to Find Information Paper manuals Start Here Be sure to read this sheet first. This sheet tells you how to set up the product and install the software. It also includes instructions on loading paper and placing originals. (this book) User's Guide -for use without a computerThis book contains information on how to use the product without connecting your computer, such as instructions on copying and printing from a memory card.
English Introduction Important Safety Instructions ■ Except as specifically explained in your documentation, do not attempt to service the product yourself.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes SDHC™ is a trademark. Follow these guidelines as you read your instructions: Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. w Warning: Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. c Caution: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Note: Notes contain important information about the product. Tip: Tips contain hints for using the product.
English Guide to Parts and Control Panel Functions Parts document cover sheet feeder paper support extension control panel memory card slot cover paper support feeder guard external interface USB port edge guide output tray document table output tray extension scanner unit cartridge cover memory card slots paper thickness lever USB port AC inlet Guide to Parts and Control Panel Functions 5
Control Panel Functions Buttons 1 Button Function 1 P On Press to turn the product on and off. 2 B Press to replace ink cartridges. Press and hold for three seconds to clean the print head (when the B light is off). 2 3 C [Memory Card] Press to select a memory card print option. m [Print Index Sheet -A4-] This is normally selected when you press the Memory Card button. i [Print From Index Sheet] This is selected automatically after printing the index sheets for a memory card.
Lights 1 Light Pattern Status On O The product is on. k (slow) The product is active. k (fast) The product is turning off. 1 2 2 b Error O or k An error has occurred (& “Solving Problems” on page 22). 3 B k An ink cartridge is low. You can continue copying until it is expended. O An ink cartridge is expended or missing. m [Print Index Sheet -A4-] O One of the memory card printing options has been selected.
Handling Paper Epson offers an extensive line of special papers that provide outstanding results when used with Epson printers and ink. The type of paper you choose affects the way your printout looks, so be sure to select the correct paper for your job. Loading Paper 1. Open and extend the paper support. 2. Open the output tray and slide out the extensions. 3. Flip the feeder guard forward. Selecting Paper If you are just making a copy or printing a rough draft of an image, plain paper is fine.
Set the paper as shown in the following illustrations. 10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in.) and 13 × 18 cm (5 × 7 in.) English 4. The printable side is often whiter or brighter than the other side. A4 place behind the tabs Also make sure the paper thickness lever is set down to the m position. make sure it fits under the arrow inside the left edge guide 5. Flip the feeder guard back.
Copying You can copy documents and photos without a computer. Note the following when copying: ■ The copied image may not be exactly the same size as the original. ■ Depending on the type of paper used, print quality may decline in the top and bottom areas of the printout, or these areas may be smeared. ■ If you see a low ink indicator while you are copying, you can either continue copying until the ink is expended, or stop and replace the cartridge. ■ Keep the document table clean.
Copying Photos English Copying Documents Tip: Plain photocopier paper works well for making everyday copies. For crisper text and more vivid colors, try one of the special Epson papers (& “Selecting Paper” on page 8). 1. Load photo paper (& page 8). 2. Place your original on the document table (& “Placing Originals on the Document Table” on page 10). 3. Make the following settings on the control panel. 1. Load plain paper (& page 8). 2.
Printing from a Memory Card You can print photos directly from your digital camera's memory card. Just insert it into the memory card slot and you are ready to print. 4. Make sure the memory card light is off and no memory cards are in the slots. Then insert your memory card. Handling a Memory Card Compatible cards Make sure your memory card meets the following requirements.
c Caution: SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card MultiMediaCard 5. Make sure the memory card light flashes and then stays on. 6. Close the memory card slot cover. English Make sure you check which direction the card should be inserted, and if the card needs an adapter make sure you attach the adapter before inserting the card. Otherwise, you may not be able to remove the card from the product. c Caution: ❏ Do not insert more than one memory card at a time.
Selecting and Printing Photos Using an Index Sheet To select photos for printing, you can use an index sheet. First, print an index sheet which has small images of all the photos on your memory card. Then, mark the photos on the index sheet that you want to print, scan the sheet, and the selected photos will be printed automatically. Printing an index sheet Selecting photos from the index sheet 1. Printing an index sheet 1. Load several sheets of A4-size plain paper (& page 8).
1. Place the index sheet face-down on the document table, in the upper left corner, so that the top of the sheet is aligned against the left edge of the document table. Printing All Photos or DPOF Photos Follow the steps below to print one copy of each photo on the memory card or to print only those photos that were pre-selected with your camera’s DPOF feature. English 3. Scanning the index sheet and printing the selected photos 1. Load the type of paper you want to use (& page 8).
Printing from a Digital Camera You can print your photos by connecting your digital camera directly to this product. Connecting and Printing 1. Make sure the product is not printing from a computer and remove any memory cards from the product. 2. Load the type of paper you want to use (& page 8). Load enough sheets for the number of photos you want to print. 3. Select l [Plain Paper] or g [Photo Paper] (whichever you loaded).
You can keep the operation of the product at its best by performing the procedures described in this chapter. Also, this section includes instructions on how to replace ink cartridges and transport the product. Replacing Ink Cartridges When the B ink light starts flashing, one or more cartridges are low on ink. Make sure you have replacement cartridges. When the B ink light stays on, you need to replace the appropriate cartridges.
3. c Caution: Press and release the B ink button. ❏ Never attempt to open the cartridge cover while the print head is moving. Wait until the cartridges have moved to the replacement position. The ink cartridge holder moves to the check position and the On and B ink lights flash. If one of the cartridges is low or expended, the product moves that cartridge to the _ mark. ❏ Be careful not to touch the parts highlighted below. 6.
Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the ink cartridge. c Caution: If you find it difficult to close the cover, make sure all the cartridges are firmly seated. Press down on each cartridge until you hear it click into place. Do not attempt to force the cover closed. English 8. c Caution: ❏ You must remove the yellow tape from the cartridge before installing it; otherwise, print quality may decline or you may not be able to print.
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 1. Make sure the product is on and the B ink light is off. 2. Hold down the B ink button for three seconds until the On light starts flashing. A head cleaning cycle begins and the On light stays flashing. If your printouts are unexpectedly light, colors are missing, or you see light or dark lines across the page, you may need to clean the print head. This clears the print head nozzles, which can become clogged if you do not use the product for a long time.
Transporting This Product To keep the operation of the product at its best, clean it periodically using the following procedure. If you need to move the product some distance, you need to prepare it for transportation in its original box or one of a similar size. 1. Unplug the power cord. 2. Remove all paper from the sheet feeder. 3. Use a soft brush to carefully clean away all dust and dirt from the sheet feeder. 4. 5.
Solving Problems If you have a problem with the product, check the lights on the control panel and the code number or letter in the k [Copies] window to diagnose what may be causing the problem. You can also check “Problems and Solutions” on page 24 for troubleshooting suggestions on using the product without a computer. See the User’s Guide included in the software CD-ROM for help on using the product with a computer.
Cause Solution k b Error The index sheet does not match the photos on the memory card. Remove the memory card and insert the card used to print the index sheet—or place the correct index sheet on the document table. Then press x Start E [Color] to continue or y Stop to cancel. An unsupported device is connected. Remove the connected device or press the y Stop button. The paper thickness lever is set to the ^ position. Set the lever to the m position. Waste ink pad in the printer is saturated.
Problems and Solutions ■ Make sure your paper is loaded short edge first, all the way to the right, with the left edge guide lightly against the paper (& “Loading Paper” on page 8). ■ Do not load paper above the c arrow mark inside the left edge guide (& “Loading Paper” on page 8). Check the solutions below if you are having problems using the product. Setup problems The product makes noise after you turn it on. ■ Make sure the protective tape is not blocking the print head.
■ You see banding (light lines) in your printouts or copies. Use only paper recommended by Epson and genuine Epson cartridges. ■ Set the paper thickness lever to the m position for most paper types. If you are printing on envelopes, set the lever to the ^ position. ■ Clean the document table (& “Cleaning This Product” on page 21). Your printout is faint or has gaps. ■ Clean the print head (& “Cleaning the print head” on page 20).
■ Clean the document table (& “Cleaning This Product” on page 21). Other problems When you turn off the product, a red lamp inside the product may remain on. ■ The lamp will stay on for a maximum of 15 minutes, then go out automatically. This does not indicate malfunction.
Purchasing ink cartridges Product name Black Cyan Yellow Magenta DX5000 series T0711 T0712 T0714 T0713 CX4900 series T0731 T0732 T0734 T0733
