Epson 2000P Printer Basics
Epson 2000P - Stylus Photo Color Inkjet Printer Manual
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instructions. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 3
Printer Settings Starting the Print Job Making Advanced Settings Enhancing Digital Photos Using Preset Project Types Customizing Your Print Settings Getting the Colors You Expect Printing CMYK Format Files Using Color Management Profiles Adjusting for Different Lighting Conditions Using EPSON Papers - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 4
Care of Your Prints 25 USING ROLL PAPER 27 Loading Roll Paper 28 Printing on Roll Paper 30 Windows Instructions 30 Macintosh Instructions 32 Removing and Storing Roll Paper 34 Printing on Paper Cut from a Roll 35 MAINTAINING YOUR PRINTER 37 Cleaning the Print Head 37 Examining - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 5
Software 58 Reinstalling Printer Software 58 Where To Get Help 59 EPSON Technical Support 59 EPSON Store 60 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 61 System Requirements 61 Windows 61 Macintosh 62 ENERGY STAR Compliance 62 Important Safety Instructions 62 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 6
to know about printing. You'll find instructions on: s printing with Windows® or on a Macintosh® s using EPSON papers s printing on roll paper s maintaining the printer s solving basic problems For more information on printing, see your electronic Reference Guide on the printer software CD-ROM. For - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 7
pages may not display correctly. (A browser is not included on the printer software CD-ROM.) You can view your electronic Reference Guide from the CD-ROM or copy it to your hard drive and view it from there. Follow these steps: 1. Insert your printer software CD-ROM. 2. Windows: Double-click My - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 8
, see below. If you copied the manual to your hard drive, you can access it at any time, as follows: Windows: Select Start, Programs, EPSON, and double-click ESP2000P Guide. Macintosh: Open the EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P folder and double-click View Reference Guide. When you first open the Reference - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 9
of paper.) To watch the movies, follow these steps: 1. Insert your printer software CD-ROM. 2. Windows: Double-click My Computer, double-click your EPSON CD-ROM icon, then double-click the EPSON icon. Macintosh: Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon, if necessary. 3. Double-click View Reference Guide - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 10
As you watch the movie, you can turn the narration and music on or off, pause the movie, or move forward or back to replay a scene. play back voice on/off pause forward music on/off 5 - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 11
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, award certificate, or graphic-from loading the paper to making printer settings to starting the print job. Follow the instructions in these sections: s "Printing with Windows" below s "Printing on a Macintosh" on page 13 If you're already familiar with EPSON ink jet printing, you can skip ahead to - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 13
differ in composition, texture, sheen, and brightness. These papers have been specially formulated to work with the EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P and be compatible with EPSON Archival™ Ink (the standard ink for your printer). See "Using EPSON Papers and Envelopes" on page 22 for guidelines on selecting - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 14
make certain printer settings to ensure that your images look as good on paper as they do Print Setup or Print from the File menu.) You see a dialog box similar to the one below: Select your printer here Click here to make your printer settings Do the following: s Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 15
toned black-and-white images. (The EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P is not recommended for neutral black-and-white photography.) For a black text document, click Black. s Set the Mode option to Automatic. It's the easiest way to get good printing results on all types of paper. s Set the slider in the Mode - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 16
Some applications can override your printer's Paper Size and Orientation settings. If so, you may have to reapply these settings before printing. For details on other options-such as printing on custom paper sizes and choosing image orientation-see your electronic Reference Guide (described on page - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 17
printing The color of ink that's lowest in the cartridge determines the level shown here for all colors For more advanced printer settings, see pages 18 through 20. For more information on printing-for example, previewing your printout or adding a watermark-see your electronic Reference Guide - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 18
, point to Settings, and then select Printers. 2. Right-click your EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P printer icon. Right-click your printer icon . . . 3. Select Properties (Document Defaults in Windows NT or Printing Preferences in Windows 2000). 4. Select the Main, Paper, and Layout tab and choose the - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 19
differ in composition, texture, sheen, and brightness. These papers have been specially formulated to work with the EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P and be compatible with EPSON Archival Ink (the standard ink for your printer). See "Using EPSON Papers and Envelopes" on page 22 for guidelines on selecting - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 20
look slightly different): s Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P is selected. (If the printer model is incorrect, you need to select it in the Chooser; see the Start Here poster for instructions.) s Set the Paper Source to Sheet Feeder if you're printing on single sheets of paper. If your image is at - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 21
toned black-and-white images. (The EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P is not recommended for neutral black-and-white photography.) To print a black text document, click Black. s Set the Mode option to Automatic. It's the easiest way to get good printing results on all types of paper. s Set the slider in the - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 22
to cancel the current print job, hold down the J key and press the . (period) key. For more advanced printer settings, see pages 18 through 20. For more information on printing-for example, previewing your printout or adding a watermark-see your electronic Reference Guide (described on page 2). 17 - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 23
Settings Your printer software includes powerful features that let you improve the appearance of digital images and control your printer's use of color. See the following sections: s "Enhancing Digital Photos" below s "Using Preset Project Types" on page 19 s "Customizing Your Print Settings" on - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 24
graphics-intensive documents like presentations with charts and graphs. s Draft: For printing rough drafts of text on plain paper. Saves ink. s ICM (Image Color Matching; Windows 95, 98, Me, and 2000 only): For printing documents created in an ICM compatible application. s sRGB (standard Red Green - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 25
. This is because your printer software automatically converts RGB files to your printer's 6-color CMYKcm format (including light cyan and light magenta). If you send a CMYK format file to print, you'll get unexpected color results. To print with the correct colors, convert any CMYK format input - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 26
the output for your light source. s Adjust the color balance of the image in your application. s Use third-party color management software to create a color profile that optimizes your output for your light source. s Manually adjust the color controls in the printer software's Advanced dialog box - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 27
papers specifically designed for the EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P. Other EPSON papers may not work as well with your printer. Traditional fine art papers may deposit dust or fibers inside your printer and cause its feeding mechanism to malfunction. See the following sections: s "Printing on EPSON Ink - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 28
rolls; see "Using Roll Paper" on page 27 for more information. Premium Luster Photo Paper Premium Luster Photo Paper is a resin-coated photo-weight paper of the type commonly used by portrait photo labs. Its light sheen and textured surface create the look of real photo prints. Keep the following in - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 29
as the Ink setting, then choose the correct envelope size as the Paper Size setting. Lever position for envelopes and thick paper If the printing smears or you have banding (light lines), try turning off High Speed printing in the Advanced dialog box. (See page 19 for instructions on accessing - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 30
photos with genuine EPSON Archival Ink (the standard ink for the EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P printer) and certain EPSON papers. When printed with this combination and displayed under glass in normal indoor fluorescent lighting conditions, your prints will last 200 years or more before noticeable fading - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 31
cigarette smoke, and other atmospheric contaminants. Color stability varies with lighting conditions, color intensity, color range, and print media. Using the guidelines above, your EPSON photo prints can keep your memories alive for many years. EPSON's lightfast tests were conducted by placing the - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 32
or to obtain current product information from the EPSON Store. Use only papers specifically designed for the EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P. Other EPSON papers may not work as well with your printer. Traditional fine art papers may deposit dust or fibers in your printer and cause its feeding mechanism to - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 33
several inches of the paper backward to uncurl it. Use the plastic sheet included with your printer to prevent your hands from marring the printable surface. (Or you can just use a folded sheet of paper.) 3. Remove the printer's paper support and install the roll paper holder in the same mounting - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 34
it's oriented as shown here. Then place the spindle with the roll paper onto the holder. 5. Load the end of the paper into the printer as far as it will go, then slide the left edge guide against the paper. 6. Gently hold the paper in place as you press and release the E load/eject button to - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 35
re using an application other than Photoshop, you may need to select Print Setup or Print from the file menu.) You see a dialog box similar to this one: Select your printer here Click here to make your printer settings 4. Make sure EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P appears and click the Properties button. 30 - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 36
You see your printer's Properties dialog box: 5. Click the Main tab, if necessary. Select the correct Media Type setting for your paper. (If you're not sure which setting to use, see "Choosing the Correct Media Type Setting" on page 25.) Also make sure the PhotoEnhance setting is turned off, or it - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 37
steps on page 34 to remove and store your printouts. Macintosh Instructions 1. Open your image in an application such as Photoshop. 2. Size your image so that it fits onto the paper you've loaded in the printer. For example, if you want to print edge-to-edge, use your application to adjust the image - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 38
page frame checkbox. 5. Click OK. 6. Select Print from the File menu. You see your printer settings dialog box: Select the correct Media Type setting for your paper Make sure PhotoEnhance is turned off 7. Select the correct Media Type setting for your paper. (If you're not sure which setting to - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 39
a guide. Don't cut inside the line closer to the printer. Don't pull on the paper as you cut it; you may damage your printout. Load/eject button 3. If you want to continue printing on the roll paper, press the E load/eject button again; the paper automatically moves back into the correct position - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 40
backward to uncurl it. Use the plastic sheet included with your printer to prevent your hands from marring the printable surface. (Or you can just use a folded sheet of paper.) 3. Remove the printer's paper support and insert the cut sheet, printable side up, as far as it will go. Slide the left - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 41
5. Open your image in an application such as Photoshop, and make the following selections (for details, see "Windows Instructions" on page 30 or "Macintosh Instructions" on page 32): s Select the correct Media Type setting for your paper. (If you're not sure which setting to use, see "Choosing the - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 42
your computer. If it's connected over a network, see "Using the Control Panel to Clean the Print Head" on page 39. 2. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and both the B black and A color ink out lights are off. (If an ink out light is flashing, replace the ink cartridge instead.) 37 - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 43
your EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P printer icon, then select Properties (Document Defaults in Windows NT or Printing Preferences in Windows 2000). 4. Windows: Click the Utility tab. Macintosh: Click the Utility button. 5. On the Utility menu, click the Head Cleaning button. 6. Follow the instructions - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 44
it down for three seconds. Cleaning takes about 30 seconds, during which the printer makes some noise and the Ppower light flashes. cleaning button When the Ppower light stops flashing, open an application and print a small image containing black and color data. If you still see missing - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 45
cleaning and aligning the print head, you can replace one or both cartridges. To check the level of ink you have left, see the graphic in the printer driver (Windows) or click the ink level icon in the printer driver or EPSON Monitor 3 utility (Macintosh). You cannot print if either ink cartridge - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 46
light should be on, but not flashing). 2. Check the B black and A color ink out lights to see which ink cartridge you need to replace. 3. Open the printer cover and press the yellow ink cartridge replacement button. The print head moves left and the Ppower light begins flashing. ink cartridge - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 47
pull off any other part of the label or try to remove the clear seal underneath the cartridge. Don't touch the green circuit board on the back of the cartridge; you may inhibit normal operation and printing. black cartridge color cartridge 7. Tilt the ink cartridge forward slightly as you lower - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 48
4 through 8 before continuing with step 10. 10. Press the yellow ink cartridge replacement button and close the printer cover. The printer moves the print head and begins charging the ink delivery system. The Ppower light flashes, and the printer makes noise. Charging takes about one minute. When it - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 49
Stylus Photo 2000P printer icon. Select Properties (Document Defaults in Windows NT or Printing Preferences in Windows 2000). 3. Windows: Click the Utility tab. Macintosh: Click the Utility button. 4. You see the Utility menu. Click the Print Head Alignment button. 5. Follow the instructions - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 50
light to go out. 2. Unplug the power cord and disconnect the printer cable. 3. Remove all the paper from the sheet feeder. 4. Clean the exterior of the printer with a soft, damp cloth. 5. Clean ink out of the printer's interior with a soft, damp cloth. Don't clean the gears or touch any other parts - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 51
the ink cartridge holder to the printer case 2. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Then disconnect the printer cable from the printer. 3. Remove any paper from the printer and remove the paper support. 4. Open the printer cover. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 52
, software, print quality, and paper feeding problems. It's a good idea to check EPSON's web site periodically for possible updates to your printer driver. Visit http://www.epson.com and check the section for your product to see if there is a new driver available, free of charge, for downloading to - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 53
40 for replacement instructions. If an ink out light comes on after you've replaced a cartridge, you installed a cartridge your printer can't use. Remove it and replace it with the correct type. When the Ppower and S paper out lights flash, and both of the ink out lights come on, jammed paper may be - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 54
need to clean the print head; see page 37.) 5. To end the check, turn off the printer after it prints the check page. Then reconnect the interface cable and turn on your printer and computer. If the check page prints, the problem probably lies in your software settings, the interface cable, or your - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 55
Identifying Printer Parts If you need help identifying the parts of the printer, refer to these illustrations: paper support extension sheet feeder left edge guide paper support right edge guide printer cover roll paper holder and spindle output tray output tray extensions ink cartridge - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 56
the Ppower light is still flashing after five minutes, turn off the printer. If the light is still flashing when you turn it back on, contact your EPSON dealer or see "Where To Get Help" on page 59. You're having problems installing the printer software. s Carefully follow the instructions on the - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 57
described on page 49. If the check page prints, make sure your printer and application software are installed correctly. s If you're printing on a network, you need to set up your printer for network printing, as described in your electronic Reference Guide. The printer looks and sounds as though it - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 58
sure you're using one of the EPSON papers designed for your printer. s Set the Quality/Speed slider to the Quality setting in your printer software; see page 9 (Windows) or page 16 (Macintosh). s Run the Print Head Alignment utility. See page 43 for instructions. s You may need to increase the image - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 59
, reload new paper. s Use a support sheet or load your paper one sheet at a time. s Make sure your paper meets the specifications in the electronic Reference Guide. s Use only EPSON papers that are compatible with your printer to ensure proper absorption of EPSON Archival inks. Other papers may not - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 60
as the Ink setting (the EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P is not recommended for neutral black-and-white photography). s Clean and align your print head, as described on page 37 and page 43. s If you scanned the image, make sure you calibrated the color correctly with your scanning software. s Create a color - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 61
Problems with Paper Feeding Too many copies are printing. Make sure you've selected the correct number of copies in your printer settings and application. Paper doesn't eject fully or is wrinkled. s If the paper doesn't eject fully, you may have set the wrong paper size. Press the E load/eject - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 62
or the mirror setting in your application software. The printer prints blank pages. s Make sure you've selected the correct paper size in your printer settings. See page 11 (Windows) or page 15 (Macintosh). s Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. To clean the print head, see page 37. 57 - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 63
/Remove Programs. Click EPSON Printer Software in the program list. 3. For Windows 2000: Click Change/Remove. Then select your EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P printer icon and click OK. Follow the instructions on screen. For other Windows systems: Select the EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P printer icon. Click Add - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 64
E-MAIL Technical Support Automated Telephone Services Access From the Internet, you can reach EPSON Support at http://www.epson.com. At this site, you can download drivers and other files, look at documentation such as product brochures and user manuals, and access troubleshooting information. If - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 65
s Product name (EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P) s Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) s Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase s Computer configuration s Description of the problem EPSON Store You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 66
disk space recommended s CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software s USB connection: a computer running Windows 98, Windows Me, or Windows 2000 with a Windows-compliant USB port and a shielded USB "AB" cable up to 9.8 ft. (3 meters) long. Parallel connection: an IEEE-1284 compliant - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 67
for installing the printer software s A shielded USB "AB" cable up to 9.8 ft. (3 meters) long. Using an improperly shielded USB cable-especially a cable more than 9.8 ft. (3 meters) long-may cause the printer to malfunction. ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 68
off the power strip or unplug the printer until the Ppower light is off. s Do not block or cover the openings in the printer's case or insert objects through the slots. s Except as specifically explained in this manual, do not attempt to service the printer yourself. s Unplug the printer and refer - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 69
printer, make sure the print head is capped in the far right position and the ink cartridges are in place. Legal Notices FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part to correct the - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 70
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. interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: EPSON Type of Product: Ink Jet Printer Model: P153A 65 - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 71
purchase. What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your EPSON printer prove defective during the warranty period, please call the EPSON Connection at (562) 276-7235 (U.S.) or (905) 709-2567 (Canada) for warranty repair instructions and return authorization. An Epson service technician will - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 72
and white photos, 53, 55 Blank pages, 57 Blurry images, 54 Browser, 2 C Cable, printer, 61, 62 Cancelling printing, 12, 17 Characters, incorrect, 57 Checking printer, 49 Cleaning paper eject rollers, 45 print head, 37 to 39 printer, 45 CMYK file format, 20 Color management, 19, 21 Color problems, 55 - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 73
, 18 Premium Luster Photo Paper, 23 Premium Semigloss Photo Paper, 23 Preserving prints, 25 to 26 Previewing, 12, 17 Print dialog box, 9, 12 Print head aligning, 43 to 44 cleaning, 37 to 39 Print Head Alignment utility, 43 to 44 Print quality problems, 53 to 55 Printer cable, 61, 62 check - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 74
, 35 to 36 on roll paper, 27 to 34 on special paper, 22 to 24 Windows, 7 to 13 with custom project types, 19 with PhotoEnhance, 18 Problems installing software, 51 miscellaneous, 57 paper feeding, 56 print quality, 53 to 55 printing, 52 setting up printer, 51 Profiles, color, 21 Progress Meter, 12 - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 75
W Warranty, 66 Watercolor Paper-Radiant White, 24 Watermark, 12, 17 Windows default settings, 13 printer status, 12 printing on roll paper, 30 to 32 printing on single sheets, 7 to 12 system requirements, 61 USB, 58, 61 World Wide Web, 59 70 - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 76
their awards! These EPSON papers are specially designed to work with the EPSON Stylus Photo 2000P printer. When your images are printed with EPSON Archival™ Ink (the standard ink for your printer) and stored under the right conditions (see page 21), your prints can resist fading for over 200 years - Epson 2000P | Printer Basics - Page 77
paper designed for your printer, visit the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). You can also contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766. In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral. Ink cartridges Region U.S. Canada Black ink cartridge T015201 T015311 Color
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