Epson 3in1 Manual

							User's Guide
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							Trademarks
❏EPSON® is a registered trademark, and EPSON EXCEED YOUR VISION or EXCEED YOUR VISION is a
trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
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Microsoft
®, Windows®, and Windows Vista® are registered trademarks of 
Microsoft Corporation.
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registered in certain jurisdictions.
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❏General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks
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							Contents
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About This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals...................7
Marks and Symbols.........................7
Descriptions Used in this Manual...............7
Operating System References..................8
Important Instructions
Safety Instructions..........................9
Safety Instructions for the Battery............10
Printer Advisories and Warnings.............. 10
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up/
Using the Printer........................10
Advisories and Warnings for Using the
Printer with a Wireless Connection...........11
Advisories and Warnings for Using the LCD
Screen................................12
Disposing of European Printer Models.......... 12
Protecting Your Personal Information...........12
Ti p s  f o r  S m a r t  U s e
Tips: Printing Using the Epson Basic Driver
(Windows)...............................13
Tips: Charging the Battery................... 13
Tips: Printing from Your Smartphone or Tablet. . . . 13
Tips: Adjusting Density or Color...............14
Tips: Considering the Environment.............14
Tips: Storing the Printer.....................15
Printer Basics
Part Names and Functions...................16
Control Panel............................ 18
Buttons and Lights.......................18
Guide to the LCD Screen.................. 18
Menu Options............................20
Menu................................ 20
Loading Paper
Paper Handling Precautions..................23
Available Paper and Capacities................24
List of Paper Types.......................25
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed...........25
Printing
Printing from a Computer................... 29
Using the Epson Basic Driver (for Windows
Only)................................ 29
Printing Basics - Windows................. 31
Printing Basics - Mac OS X.................32
Printing on 2-Sides (for Windows only). . . . . . . . 35
Printing Several Pages on One Sheet..........36
Printing to Fit the Paper Size................37
Printing Multiple Files Together (for
Windows Only).........................38
Enlarged Printing and Making Posters (for
Windows Only).........................39
Printing Using Advanced Features........... 45
Printing from Smart Devices................. 47
Using Epson iPrint.......................47
Using AirPrint..........................49
Canceling Printing.........................49
Canceling Printing - Printer Button...........49
Canceling Printing - Windows.............. 50
Canceling Printing - Mac OS X..............50
Charging the Battery
Battery Charging Precautions.................51
Charging the Battery by Connecting to an AC
Adapter.................................51
Charging the Battery with a USB Connection. . . . . 51
Replacing Ink Cartridges and Other 
Consumables
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink and
the Maintenance Box.......................53
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink
and the Maintenance Box - Control Panel. . . . . . 53
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink
and the Maintenance Box - Windows......... 53
Checking the Status of the Remaining Ink
and the Maintenance Box - Mac OS X.........53
Ink Cartridge Codes........................54
Ink Cartridge Handling Precautions............54
Replacing Ink Cartridges.................... 57 User's Guide
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							Maintenance Box Code..................... 59
Maintenance Box Handling Precautions......... 60
Replacing a Maintenance Box.................61
Temporarily Printing with Black Ink............64
Temporarily Printing with Black Ink - Windows. 65
Temporarily Printing with Black Ink - Mac
OS X.................................66
Conserving Black Ink when the Black Ink Is
Low (for Windows Only).................... 67
Improving Print Quality
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head..........68
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head -
Control Panel.......................... 68
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head -
Windows..............................69
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head -
Mac OS X............................. 69
Aligning the Print Head.....................69
Aligning the Print Head - Control Panel.......69
Aligning the Print Head - Windows...........70
Aligning the Print Head - Mac OS X..........71
Cleaning the Paper Path.....................71
Applications and Network Service 
Information
Epson Connect Service......................72
Web Config..............................72
Running Web Config on a Web Browser. . . . . . . 72
Running Web Config on Windows........... 73
Running Web Config on Mac OS X...........73
Necessary Applications......................73
Windows Printer Driver...................73
Mac OS X Printer Driver.................. 75
Epson Easy Photo Print................... 76
E-Web Print (for Windows Only)............ 77
EPSON Software Updater..................77
EpsonNet Config........................77
Uninstalling Applications....................78
Uninstalling Applications - Windows......... 78
Uninstalling Applications - Mac OS X.........78
Installing Applications......................79
Updating Applications and Firmware........... 79
Solving Problems
Checking the Printer Status.................. 81
Checking the Error Codes on the LCD Screen. . . 81
Checking the Printer Status - Windows........83
Checking Printer Status - Mac OS X..........83
Removing Jammed Paper....................83
Removing Jammed Paper from the Rear
Paper Feed.............................84
Removing Jammed Paper from Inside the
Printer................................84
Paper Does Not Feed Correctly................85
Power and Control Panel Problems.............86
Power Does Not Turn On..................86
Power Does Not Turn 
Off..................86
LCD Screen Gets Dark....................86
Power Turns Off Suddenly when the Printer
Is Running on the Battery..................86
Cannot Charge the Battery from a Computer. . . .86
Printer Does Not Print......................87
Printout Problems.........................88
Print Quality Is Poor..................... 88
The Position, Size, or Margins of the Printout
Are Incorrect...........................89
Paper Is Smeared or Scuffed................90
Printed Characters Are Incorrect or Garbled. . . . 90
The Printed Image Is Inverted...............90
The Printout Problem Could Not be Cleared. . . . 90
Printing Is Too Slow........................91
Other Problems...........................91
Slight Electric Shock when Touching the
Printer................................91
Operation Sounds Are Loud................91
Application Is Blocked by a Firewall (for
Windows Only).........................92
Appendix
Technical Specifications.....................93
Printer Specifications.....................93
Interface Specifications....................94
Wi-Fi Specifications......................94
Security Protocol........................94
Supported Third Party Services..............94
Dimensions............................95
Electrical Specifications................... 95
Environmental Specifications...............96
System Requirements.....................97
Regulatory Information.....................97
Standards and Approvals.................. 97
Restrictions on Copying...................99
Moving and Transporting the Printer........... 99
Where to Get Help........................100
Technical Support Web Site................100 User's Guide
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							Contacting Epson Support................ 101
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							About This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals
The latest versions of the following manuals are available from the Epson support website.
http://www.epson.eu/Support (Europe)
http://support.epson.net/ (outside Europe)
❏Important Safety Instructions (paper manual)
Provides you with instructions to ensure the safe use of this printer. This manual may not be included
depending on model and region.
❏Start Here (paper manual)
Provides you with information on setting up the printer, installing the 
software, using the printer, solving
problems, and so on.
❏Us e r ' s  Gu i d e  ( PD F  m a nu a l )
This manual. Provides instructions on using the printer, replacing ink cartridges, maintenance, and solving
problems.
❏Network Guide (PDF manual)
Provides information on network settings and solving problems when using the printer on a network.
As well as the manuals above, see the help included in the various Epson 
software applications.
Marks and Symbols
!Caution:
Instructions that must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
cImportant:
Instructions that must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note:
Instructions containing useful tips and restrictions on printer operation.
& Related Information
Links to related sections.
Descriptions Used in this Manual
❏Screenshots of the printer driver screens are from Windows 8.1 or Mac OS X v10.9.x. The content displayed on
the screens varies depending on the model and situation. User's Guide
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							❏Illustrations of the printer used in this manual are examples only. Although there may be slight differences
depending on the model, the method of operation is the same.
❏Some of the menu items on the LCD screen vary depending on the model and settings.
Operating System References
Windows
In this manual, terms such as "Windows 8.1", "Windows 8", "Windows 7", "Windows Vista", "Windows XP",
"Windows Server 2012 R2", "Windows Server 2012", "Windows Server 2008 R2", "Windows Server 2008", "Windows
Server 2003 R2", and "Windows Server 2003" refer to the following operating systems. Additionally, "Windows" is
used to refer to all versions.
❏Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows® 8 operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows® 7 operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows Vista® operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows Server® 2012 R2 operating system
❏
Microsoft® Windows Server® 2012 operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 R2 operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 R2 operating system
❏Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 operating system
Mac OS X
In this manual, "Mac OS X v10.9.x" refers to "OS X Mavericks" and "Mac OS X v10.8.x" refers to "OS X Mountain
Lion". Additionally, "Mac OS X" is used to refer to "Mac OS X v10.9.x", "Mac OS X v10.8.x", "Mac OS X v10.7.x"
and "Mac OS X v10.6.8". User's Guide
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							Important Instructions
Safety Instructions
Read and follow these instructions to ensure safe use of this printer. Make sure you keep this manual for future
reference. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
❏Use only the power cord and USB cable supplied with the printer and do not use the cord and cable with any
other equipment. Use of other cords and cables with this printer or the use of the supplied power cord and USB
cable with other equipment may result in 
fire or electric shock.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the AC adapter's label, and always supply power directly from a
standard domestic electrical outlet with the AC power cord that meets the relevant local safety standards.
❏Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the AC adapter, power cord, printer, and options by yourself
except as specifically explained in the printer's guides. Doing so may result in injury, electric shock, or fire.
❏Unplug the printer and the AC adapter, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer or the AC adapter; the printer or the AC
adapter has been dropped or the casing damaged; the printer or the AC adapter does not operate normally or
exhibits a distinct change in performance. Do not adjust controls that are not covered by the operating
instructions.
❏Place the AC adapter near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.
❏Do not place or store the printer and the AC adapter outdoors, near excessive dirt or dust, water, heat sources,
or in locations subject to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity.
❏Do not leave the printer in direct sunlight, near heaters, inside cars or other locations that are subject to high
temperatures. The printer may be deformed or ink may leak.
❏Take care not to spill liquid on the printer and the AC adapter, and not to handle the printer and the AC adapter
with wet hands.
❏The AC adapter model A461H is designed for use with the printer with which it was included. Do not attempt
to use it with other electronic devices unless 
specified.
❏Keep the printer at least 22 cm away from cardiac pacemakers. Radio waves from this printer may adversely
affect the operation of cardiac pacemakers.
❏If the LCD screen is damaged, contact your dealer. If the liquid crystal solution gets on your hands, wash them
thoroughly with soap and water. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your eyes, 
flush them immediately with
water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.
❏If you use the printer in places where the use of electronic devices is limited, such as in airplanes or hospitals,
follow all instructions in those places.
❏Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges, as there may be some ink around the ink supply port.
❏If ink gets on your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water.
❏If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems continue after
a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.
❏If ink gets into your mouth, see a doctor right away.
❏Do not disassemble the ink cartridge and the maintenance box; otherwise ink may get into your eyes or on your
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							❏Do not shake ink cartridges too vigorously and do not drop them. Also, be careful not to squeeze them or tear
their labels. Doing so may cause ink leakage.
❏Keep ink cartridges and maintenance box out of the reach of children.
Safety Instructions for the Battery
❏If the battery is not fully charged within the specified time, stop charging. Otherwise, the battery could become
hot, emit smoke, rupture, or catch fire.
❏Do not place the printer in a microwave oven or a high-pressure container. Otherwise, the battery could become
hot, emit smoke, rupture, or catch fire.
❏If the liquid leaks from the printer (or the printer gives out bad smell), let the printer leave from flammable
objects immediately. Unless do that, the electrolyte leaked from battery will catch fire and it will cause the
smoke, flame or rupture of it.
❏If battery acid gets in your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes thoroughly with fresh water without rubbing them.
And then, see a doctor immediately. Otherwise, permanent eye damage could result.
❏If battery acid gets on your skin, immediately rinse the affected area thoroughly with water. And then, see a
doctor immediately.
❏Do not drop or throw the printer or subject it to strong shocks. Otherwise, the battery could leak or the
protection circuit in the battery could be damaged. As a result, the battery could become hot, emit smoke,
rupture, or catch fire.
❏Do not use or leave the printer in a hot location (more than 80°C), such as near a 
fire or a heater. Otherwise, the
plastic separator could melt and the individual cells could short-circuit. As a result, the battery could become
hot, emit smoke, rupture, or catch fire.
❏Do not use the printer if it is leaking or damaged in any way. Otherwise, the battery could become hot, emit
smoke, rupture, or catch fire.
❏Do not leave the printer in a vehicle. Otherwise, the battery could overheat.
Printer Advisories and Warnings
Read and follow these instructions to avoid damaging the printer or your property. Make sure you keep this
manual for future reference.
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up/Using the Printer
❏Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the printer.
❏Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off.
❏Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers.
❏Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as
loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.
❏The power-supply cords should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place
objects on top of the power-supply cords and do not allow the AC adapter or power-supply cords to be stepped
on or run over. Be particularly careful to keep all the power-supply cords straight at the ends and the points
where they enter and leave the AC adapter. User's Guide
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