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    ArtisanTM 50 Series Quick Guide Basic Printing Maintaining Your Printer Solving Problems
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    Your Printer 16 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 16 Cleaning the Print Head 17 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 18 Replacing Ink Cartridges 20 Solving Problems 24 Checking for Software Updates 24 Error Indicators 25 Problems and Solutions 26 Where To Get Help 28 Notices 29 Epson America
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    ■ Print on ink jet-printable CDs and DVDs ■ Perform routine maintenance ■ Solve simple problems For additional instructions, see the on-screen Epson Information Center by doubleclicking the icon for it on your desktop. Please follow these guidelines as you read your printer instructions: Warning
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    Loading Paper You can print on a variety of paper types and sizes. For details, see page 6. 1. Open the paper support, then pull up the extension. 2. Open the front cover and pull out the tray extensions. 3. Slide the edge guide to the left. 4 Loading Paper
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    want to use one of Epson's special ink jet papers designed for your printer. See the next section for more information. 5. Slide the edge guide against the paper, but not too tightly. Letter-size or 8 × 10-inch paper 4 × 6 or 5 × 7-inch paper Note: For instructions on loading envelopes, see your
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    Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies CentralSM at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized S041568 Sheet count 500 50 100 20 50 100 40 100 20 20 25 50 100 20 20 25 50 40 20 100 100 50 50 100 50 S041106 10 S041153 10
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    to your printer software (see page 24 for instructions). Printing in Windows 1. Open a photo or document in an application. 2. Open the File menu and select Print. You see a window like this one: Select your printer Click here to open your printer software 3. Make sure EPSON Artisan 50 Series is
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    (If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Preferences or Properties on Settings button on the Advanced tab. For details, see your on-screen Epson Information Center 5. To improve the color, contrast, and sharpness of photos, select Fix Photo. This feature automatically
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    job. Check ink cartridge status Cancel printing Printing With a Macintosh See one of the sections below for your Mac OS® operating system. Mac OS X 10.5 1. Open a photo or document in an application. 2. Open the File menu and select Print. 3. Select EPSON Artisan 50 as the Printer setting. Click
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    any other printing options you may need from the pop-up menu. See the on-screen Epson Information Center for details. Tip: To automatically adjust the color, contrast, and sharpness of photos, choose Color Management from the pop-up menu and select Fix Photo. To reduce or remove red-eye effects
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    .3 to 10.4 1. Open a photo or document in an application. 2. Select Page Setup from the File menu. Select the following settings: Select your printer Select your Paper Size Select your document or image orientation For borderless printing, choose a Sheet Feeder - Borderless option in the Paper Size
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    the File menu. You see a window like this one: Select your printer Select Print Settings 5. Choose Print Settings from the pop-up menu and select the following settings as necessary: Select your paper type (see page 13) Select Color or Black/Grayscale Select higher quality or faster printing (if
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    software. This tells the printer what kind of paper you're using, so the ink coverage can be adjusted accordingly. For this paper Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi
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    printer includes a special tray that lets you print customized text, graphics, and photos directly on an ink jet-printable CD or DVD. The Epson Print CD software makes it easy to import your own photos, add text, and modify your designs with a variety of special effects. For detailed instructions
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    the CD/DVD tray slide into the brackets on the front tray. Align the arrows 6. To design and print with Epson Print CD, follow the detailed instructions in in the on-screen Epson Information Center. Caution: Be sure to place the front tray in the paper (lower) position when you're done printing
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    Maintaining Your Printer Follow the instructions in this chapter for checking and cleaning the print head nozzles and replacing ink cartridges. To align the print head, if necessary, see your on-screen Epson Information Center. Checking the Print Head Nozzles If your printouts are faint or have gaps
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    head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if necessary. Note: You cannot clean the print head if an ink cartridge is printer icon in the bottom right corner of your screen (the taskbar) and select Head Cleaning. Macintosh: Open the Applications folder, open EPSON Printer Utility3, select your printer
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    screen when you try to print when ink is low. This window can optionally display ink offers and other updates retrieved from an Epson website. Note: To disable checking for ink offers or updates from Epson, see the instructions in your onscreen Epson Information Center. 18 Maintaining Your Printer
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    .ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Use the following list when you order or purchase new ink cartridges: Ink color Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Light Cyan Light Magenta High-capacity 77
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    . Note: Leave the expended cartridge installed until you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out. 1. Turn on the printer. 2. Open the printer cover. 3. Press the H ink button. If you are replacing a low or expended cartridge, the print head moves to
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    button again. ■ If another cartridge is low or expended, it moves to the _ position. Press the H ink button again to see if any more cartridges are low or expended. ■ If no other cartridges are low or expended, the print head moves to
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    it. Caution: Do not touch the white cable inside the printer or you may damage it. Warning: If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. 7. Remove the cartridge
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    . When it's finished, the P power light stops flashing and remains on, and the H ink light goes out. Caution: Never turn off the printer while ink is charging or you'll waste ink. If the H ink light flashes, press the H ink button again and press down all the cartridges securely. Note: If you remove
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    at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca (Canada). With Windows, you can select Driver Update on the Maintenance tab in the printer settings window. You can also click or Start, select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, select EPSON Artisan 50 Series, and click Driver Update. 24 Solving Problems
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    tray, then press the I button. One or more cartridges have low ink. You can continue printing until a cartridge needs replacement. Check the cartridge ) Parts inside the printer are at the end of their service life. Contact Epson for help (see page 28). There is a problem with the printer. Turn it off,
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    below if you're having trouble using your printer. Printing Problems ■ Make sure your paper is loaded short edge first and is positioned against the right side with the edge guide against its left side. Don't load paper above the arrow mark inside the edge guide. ■ If you are printing borderless
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    see if the print head needs cleaning. ■ If you notice jagged vertical lines, you may need to align the print head. See your Epson Information Center for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may be low on ink. Check your cartridge status (see page 18) and replace cartridges, if necessary (see page 20
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    to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions. Speak to a Support Representative Before you call Epson for support, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (Artisan 50 Series) ■ Product
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    Important Safety Instructions Before using your printer, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer label. ■ Use only the power cord that comes with the printer. Use
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    to service the printer yourself. ■ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel instructions. ■ 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 cartridges. Ink Cartridge Safety ■ Keep ink
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    energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If
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    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) 276-7282 (U.S.) or (905) 709-2567 (Canada) for warranty repair instructions and return authorization. An Epson service technician will
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    from the Epson authorized service center. When warranty service involves the exchange of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property. The replacement printer or part may be new or refurbished to the Epson standard of quality, and, at Epson's option, may be another model of like
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    vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. To find the Epson Authorized Reseller nearest you, visit our website at: http://www.epson.com. To find the Epson Customer Care Center nearest you, visit: http://www.epson.com/support. You can also write to: Epson America, Inc., P.O. Box 93012, Long Beach, CA
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    with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from service mark of Seiko Epson Corporation. RPM is a registered trademark, Artisan is a trademark, and Epson Connection is a service mark of Epson
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Artisan 50 Series
Quick Guide
Basic Printing
Maintaining Your Printer
Solving Problems
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