Epson Stylus Photo RX690 User Manual

							English
Basic Operation Guide
-for use without a computer-
Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions .........3
Control Panel Functions
Control Panel ...................................4
Handling Paper
Selecting Paper ...............................6
Loading Paper .................................7
Handling a CD/DVD
Loading a CD/DVD .......................10
Removing a CD/DVD....................11
Copying
Placing Originals on the Document 
Table ...........................................12
Copying Photos .............................12
Copying Documents.....................14
Printing from a Memory Card
Handling a Memory Card ............15
Printing Photos ...............................17
Selecting and Printing Photos Using 
an Index Sheet...........................19
Printing onto a CD/DVD ...............21
Printing a CD/DVD Jacket............22
Replaying a Movie and Printing a 
Shot .............................................22
Printing a Photo with Messages or 
Drawings .....................................23
Printing from an External Device
From a Storage Device.................26
Using PictBridge or 
USB DIRECT-PRINT .......................26
Saving Your Data
Scanning a Photo / Document ...27
Using an External Storage 
Device ........................................27
Replacing Ink Cartridges
Precautions.................................... 29
Removing and Installing Ink 
Cartridges .................................. 29
Maintenance
Checking the Ink Cartridge 
Status .......................................... 32
Checking and Cleaning the Print 
Head .......................................... 32
Aligning the Print Head ................ 33
Solving Problems
Error Messages .............................. 34
Problems and Solutions ................ 34
Summary of Panel Settings
Copy Mode ................................... 40
Memory Card Mode .................... 42
Specialty Print Mode .................... 45
Setup Mode................................... 51
 
						

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Paper manuals
Start Here
Be sure to read this sheet first.
This sheet tells you how to set up the printer and install the software.
Basic Operation Guide -for use without a computer-
This book provides information on using the printer without 
connecting to your computer, such as instructions on copying, printing 
from a memory card, and printing on a CD/DVD.
If you have problems using the printer, see the Solving Problems 
chapter in this book. 
Online manuals
Users Guide
This guide provides instructions for printing and scanning from your 
computer and information on the software.
This guide is included in the software CD-ROM and installed 
automatically when you install the software. To read this guide, 
double-click the icon on your desktop.
Online help
Online help is built into each application included on the software 
CD-ROM. It provides detailed information on the application.
wWarning: Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
cCaution: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note: Notes contain important information about the printer.
Tip: Tips contain hints for using the printer.
(this book)
 
						

							Safety Instructions3
English
Safety Instructions
Important Safety 
Instructions
Before using this printer, read and follow 
these safety instructions:
■Use only the power cord that comes with 
the printer. Use of another cord may cause 
fire or shock. Do not use the cord with any 
other equipment.
■Make sure the power cord meets all 
relevant local safety standards. 
■Use only the type of power source indicated 
on the label.
■Place the printer near a wall outlet where 
the power cord can be easily unplugged.
■Do not let the power cord become damaged 
or frayed.
■Make sure the total ampere rating of the 
devices plugged into an extension cord or a 
wall outlet does not exceed the ampere 
rating limit.
■Avoid locations that are subject to rapid 
changes in heat or humidity, shocks or 
vibrations, dust, or direct sunlight.
■Do not block or cover openings in the case 
or insert objects through the slots.
■Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that 
extends beyond its base in all directions. It 
will not operate properly if it is tilted or at 
an angle. And make sure the back of the 
printer is at least 10 cm away from the wall 
for sufficient ventilation.
■Do not open the scanner unit while 
copying, printing, or scanning.
■Do not spill liquid on the printer.
■Do not use aerosol products that contain 
flammable gases inside or around the 
printer. Doing so may cause fire.
■Except as specifically explained in your 
documentation, do not attempt to service 
the printer yourself.
■Unplug the printer and refer servicing to 
qualified service personnel under the 
following conditions: if the power cord or 
plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the 
printer; if the printer has been dropped or 
the case damaged; if the printer does not 
operate normally or exhibits a distinct 
change in performance.
■When storing or transporting the printer, 
do not tilt it, stand it on its side, or turn it 
upside down; otherwise ink may leak from 
the cartridge.
■Be careful not to trap your fingers when 
closing the scanner unit.
■Do not press too hard on the document 
table when placing the originals.
Ink cartridge safety 
instructions
■Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of 
children and do not drink the ink.
■If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with 
soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush 
them immediately with water. If you still 
have discomfort or vision problems, see a 
doctor immediately.
■Do not shake ink cartridges after opening 
their packages; this can cause leakage.
■If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, 
protect the ink supply area from dirt and 
dust and store it in the same environment as 
the printer. Do not touch the ink supply 
port or surrounding area.
 
						

							4Control Panel Functions
Control Panel Functions
Control Panel
Control panel design varies by location.
Buttons
* For details on the items in each mode, see “Summary of Panel Settings” on page 40.
ButtonFunctionButtonFunction
aPOnTurns the printer on and 
off.fxMenu * Displays detailed 
settings for each mode.
bMode * Switches the modes 
between rCopy, 
sMemory Card, and 
vSpecialty Print.
(Lights show which mode 
is selected.)gud
lr
4-way 
ScrollSelects photos and 
menu items.
OKActivates the settings 
you have selected.
hyBackCancels the current 
operation and returns to 
the previous menu.
cL[CD Print] Moves the CD/DVD 
guide.iCopies 
(+ and -)Sets the number of 
copies, or changes the 
cropping area.
dF[Setup] * Runs maintenance 
programs or adjusts 
miscellaneous settings.jxStartStarts copying and 
printing.
eG
[Display/Cro
p]Changes the view of 
photos on the LCD 
screen, or crops the 
photos.kyStop/ClearStops copying and 
printing, or resets the 
settings you have made.
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LCD screen
Note:
The LCD screen may contain a few small bright or dark spots, and because of its features it may have 
an uneven brightness. These are normal and do not indicate that it is damaged in any way.
Using the LCD screen
Follow the instructions below to select and change the setting menus and the photos on the 
LCD screen.
Power saving function
If no buttons are pressed for more than 3 minutes, the printer becomes inactive or a slide show 
begins if Screen Saver Settings is set to Memory Card Data.
After 13 minutes of inactivity, the screen turns black to save energy and the Mode lights turn 
on and off in a clockwise motion.
Press any button (except POn) to return the screen to its previous state.
Adjusting the angle of the LCD screen
You can change the angle of the LCD screen.
aUse Copies + or - to set the number of copies 
for the selected photo.
bPress l or r to select the setting item.
cPress u or d to select the menu item. The 
highlighted part moves up or down.
dPress r to open the setting item list. Press u 
or d to select the setting item and then press 
OK.
ePress l or r to change the displayed photo on 
the LCD screen.
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c,d
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							6Handling Paper
Handling Paper
Selecting Paper
Before printing, you need to select the correct paper type setting. This important setting 
determines how the ink is applied to the paper.
Note:
❏The availability of special paper varies by location.
❏You can find the part number for the following Epson special papers on the Epson support Web site.
Choose from these paper types and settings:
* The loading capacity of the rear feeder and the front paper cassette is the same except Photo Stickers.
** You can use paper with a weight of 64 to 90 g/m².
*** You cannot load Photo Stickers in the front paper cassette.
Paper typePaper type 
settingLoading capacity *
Plain paper ** Plain Paper 15 mm
Epson Bright White Ink Jet Paper 100 sheets
Epson Matte Paper-Heavyweight Matte 20 sheets
Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper 100 sheets
Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper Prem.Glossy 20 sheets
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper
Epson Ultra Glossy Photo Paper Ultra Glossy 20 sheets
Epson Glossy Photo Paper Photo Paper 20 sheets
Epson Photo Stickers 4 *** PhotoSticker16 1 sheet
Epson Photo Stickers 16 *** 1 sheet
 
						

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Loading Paper
Into the rear feeder
1. Open and extend the paper support.
2. Move the feeder guard towards you, and 
then slide the edge guide.
3. Load the paper short edge first, even for 
landscape printing, with the printable 
side up.
4. Slide the paper to the right.5. Slide the edge guide to the right. Make 
sure the paper fits under the carrow 
mark inside the left edge guide. Set the 
feeder guard back.
Follow the same steps to load A4 paper.
6. Open and extend the output tray.
cCaution:
Make sure the CD/DVD guide is not ejected 
before you start printing.
Note:
Make sure the Paper Feed setting is set to Rear 
before you start printing.
The printable side 
is often whiter or 
brighter than the 
other side.
10×15 cm (4×6 in.) and 
13×18 cm (5×7 in.)
A4
 
						

							8Handling Paper
Into the front paper cassette
Note:
❏Do not load Photo Stickers into the front paper 
cassette.
❏Do not load paper into the front paper 
cassette that has already been printed onto 
one side or that has been fed through the 
printer once.
1. Pull out the front paper cassette.
2. Lift off the cover.
3. Pinch the knob and slide the paper 
guides to accommodate the paper size 
you are loading.
4. Load paper with the printable side face 
down. Make sure the paper is under the 
carrow mark inside the paper guide.
Note: 
❏Do not load paper above the carrow mark 
inside the paper guide.❏Align the edges of the paper before 
loading.
5. Fit the edges of the paper snugly against 
the paper guides. The paper will not be 
loaded correctly if it overflows or does 
not fit properly.
6. Replace the cover.
7. Insert the cassette back into the printer 
and keep it flat as you insert it.
Follow the same steps to load 10×15 cm 
(4×6 in.) and 13×18 cm (5×7 in.) 
paper.
 
						

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8. Open and extend the output tray.
cCaution:
Make sure the CD/DVD guide is not ejected 
before you start printing.
Note: 
❏Make sure the Paper Feed setting is set to 
Front before you start printing.
❏Do not pull out the front paper cassette while 
the printer is operating.
 
						

							10Handling a CD/DVD
Handling a CD/DVD
cCaution:
Store the CD/DVD tray in a flat place. A warped 
or damaged CD/DVD tray may stop the printer 
from operating normally.
Note:
❏Make sure the data, music, or video is burned 
on your ink jet printable CD/DVDs before you 
print.
❏Moisture on the printable surface may cause 
smearing.
❏The printed surface is easily smeared 
immediately after printing.
❏Be sure to let a CD/DVD dry completely 
before using it or touching the printed surface.
❏Do not allow the printed CD/DVD to dry in 
direct sunlight.
❏If the CD/DVD tray or the internal transparent 
compartment are accidentally printed on, 
immediately wipe off the ink.
❏To print on 8-cm mini CDs, use the EPSON 
Print CD included in the software CD-ROM. 
See your online Users Guide.
Loading a CD/DVD
1. Close the output tray extension.
c
Caution:
Make sure there is no paper on the output 
tray.
2. Press L[CD Print] to move the CD/DVD 
guide.
c
Caution
❏Do not press L[CD Print] while the printer 
is operating.
❏Do not touch the CD/DVD guide while the 
printer is operating.
3. Place your CD/DVD on the tray.
4. Insert the tray into the CD/DVD guide.
c
Caution:
Do not insert the tray while the printer is 
operating, or you may damage the printer.
The label 
surface up.