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    EPSON Stylus® Color 880/880i/83 Printer Basics Printed on recycled paper
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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
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    , Cautions, Notes, and Tips Viewing Your Electronic Printer Manual Watching Printer Movies PRINTING FROM START TO FINISH Printing with Printing on Envelopes Double-Sided Printing Using Special Papers EPSON Matte Paper - Heavyweight EPSON Photo Paper Choosing the Correct Media Type Setting MAINTAINING
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    Problems 39 Uninstalling Printer Software 40 Where To Get Help 41 EPSON Technical Support 41 Creative Software Technical Support 42 REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICES 43 Windows System Requirements 43 Macintosh System Requirements 44 ENERGY STAR Compliance 44 Important Safety Instructions
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    reproductions, and all your photo and craft projects. EPSON Ink Cartridges For best results, always use genuine EPSON ink cartridges. Black T019201 (U.S.), or T019311 (Canada) Color T020201 (U.S.), or T020311 (Canada) For more information on other EPSON products and fun project ideas, look for the
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    the EPSON Stylus Color 880 printer. Therefore, this guide refers to the printer as the EPSON Stylus Color 880. About Your Documentation To set up your printer and install its software, see the Start Here poster. This book contains system requirements, important safety information, and instructions
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    , then double-click the EPSON icon. The Main Menu appears: Click here 3. Click View Electronic Documentation. The main screen for your printer appears: 4. You can either view the manual from the CD-ROM (View Reference Guide) or copy the manual to your hard drive (Install Reference Guide) and view it
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    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 ESC880 Guide. Macintosh: Open the EPSON Stylus Color 880 folder and double-click View Reference Guide. When you first open the Reference Guide, you see this
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    Computer, double-click your CD-ROM drive icon, then double-click the EPSON icon. Macintosh: Double-click the EPSON CD-ROM icon, then double-click the EPSON icon. The Main Menu appears: Click here 3. Click View EPSON Documentation, then click Watch Printer Movies. The main Fix-it Flix screen appears
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    the paper to selecting print settings to controlling the print job. Follow the instructions here for: s printing with Windows (below) s printing on a Macintosh . Place your paper against the right edge guide and slide the left edge guide against the paper. Load paper only up to this arrow Slide
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    the arrow on the left edge guide. If you're printing on envelopes, see page 16 for loading instructions. Opening the Printer Software After the following selections on the Print dialog box: s Make sure your EPSON Stylus COLOR 880 is selected. s If the Print dialog box contains a Properties button
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    the arrow button to display the list). If you're not sure which setting to select, see page 20. s Set the Ink option to Color to print a color document. To print a black text document, click Black. s Set the Mode option to Automatic. This lets the printer software determine the best settings for
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    your programs. You do this using the Windows Printer utility. 1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then select Printers. 2. Right-click the EPSON Stylus COLOR 880 icon. 3. Select Properties in Windows 98 or Windows 95, Document Defaults in Windows NT, or Printing Preferences in Windows 2000. Then
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    and more information on printing-for example, previewing your printout, changing the paper size, or adding a watermark-see your electronic Reference Guide (described on page 2). Printing on a Macintosh This section describes the basic steps for printing on a Macintosh. (To print with Windows, see
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    on the left edge guide. If you're printing on envelopes, see page 16 for loading instructions. Opening the Printer EPSON Stylus Color 880 printer model (SC 880) is selected. (If the model is incorrect, you need to select your printer in the Chooser; see the Start Here poster for instructions
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    arrow button to scroll through the list). If you're not sure which setting to select, see page 20. s Set the Ink option to Color to print a color document. To print a black text document, click Black. s Set the Mode option to Automatic. This lets the printer software determine the best settings for
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    the right side of the menu bar to check the progress of your print job. You see the EPSON Monitor3 dialog box: Click to restart your print job Click to cancel printing Click to pause printing changing the paper size, or adding a watermark-see your electronic Reference Guide (described on page 2). 12
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    special effects, such as Soft Focus or Sepia tint. PhotoEnhance does not affect your original image; it only affects your printout. PhotoEnhance works only with Color ink; you cannot turn on PhotoEnhance with Black ink selected. Printing with PhotoEnhance may take longer on some systems. 13
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    Using Custom Project Types Your EPSON Stylus Color 880 printer software includes custom project types with preset options for printing specific types of documents-such as reports, graphs, or drafts. These options let
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    sRGB (standard Red Green Blue; recommended only with Windows 98 or Windows 2000): For printing documents created in an sRGB compatible application using sRGB colors, such as those designed for the World Wide Web. See your Windows 98 online help for details. s ColorSync (Macintosh only): For printing
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    2.2 (for increased contrast; recommended for matching colors with sRGB devices). For more details on the printer settings, see your electronic Reference Guide, as described on page 2. Printing on dialog box. (See your electronic Reference Guide for instructions on accessing the dialog box.) 16
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    -sided printing. See your electronic Reference Guide for instructions. Use only media types that support double-sided printing. Depending on the 10 for Macintosh. 3. Windows: Choose Double-Sided Printing on the EPSON Stylus COLOR 880 Properties Layout tab. Macintosh: Choose Double-Sided Printing in
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    you get the best-looking photos, most vivid colors, and sharpest text? Always use EPSON's special ink jet papers. To show you how much difference EPSON paper can make, we've included some free samples in the EPSON Photo Quality Media Pack. Instructions for printing on the samples are given in the
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    on a non-glossy surface. Load up to 20 sheets as described on page 5, including a support sheet beneath the stack. Before printing, select Matte Paper - Heavyweight as the Media Type. EPSON Photo Paper You can use EPSON Photo Paper to print photographs that look almost as good as the ones you get
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    below or the instructions that came with your paper. For this paper . . . Plain paper sheets or envelopes EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper EPSON High Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Photo Quality Self
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    preparation steps for moving your printer. Follow the instructions here for: s cleaning the print head as described on page 4, and read your electronic Reference Guide, as described on page 2. Cleaning the Print Head If black and A color ink out lights are off. (If an ink out
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    Settings, then select Printers. Right-click your EPSON Stylus COLOR 880 printer icon in the Printers window. click the Head Cleaning button. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to clean the print head. or four times, check the solutions in "Problems Getting Good Print Quality" on page 36. You
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    them and before the expiration date on the package: s Black ink cartridge: T019201 (U.S.), T019311 (Canada) s Color ink cartridge: T020201 (U.S.), T020311 (Canada) To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage to your printer not
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    head moves left and the Ppower light begins flashing. 3. Pull up the ink cartridge clamp. The cartridge rises up from its holder. (The illustration shows color ink cartridge replacement. To replace the black ink cartridge, lift up only the smaller clamp on the left.) 4. Lift the cartridge out of the
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    6. Tilt the new cartridge forward slightly as you place it in the holder, with the label facing up and toward the back of the printer. Hang the tabs at the back of the cartridge on the hooks. Don't place the cartridge under the hooks; you may damage the clamp when you close it. 7. Press down the ink
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    Follow these steps to replace an ink cartridge before the B black or A color ink out light is flashing or on: 1. Make sure the printer is cartridge clamp. The cartridge rises up from its holder. (The illustration shows color ink cartridge replacement. To replace the black ink cartridge, lift up only
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    6. Tilt the new cartridge forward slightly as you place it in the holder, with the label facing up and toward the back of the printer. Hang the tabs at the back of the cartridge on the hooks. Don't place the cartridge under the hooks; you may damage the clamp when you close it. 7. Press down the ink
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    Start, point to Settings, then select Printers. Right-click the EPSON Stylus COLOR 880 icon in the Printers window. Select Properties in Windows 98 see the Utility menu. Click the Print Head Alignment button. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to print a test page. 6. Select the most precise
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    Cleaning the Printer To keep your printer working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the printer, unplug the power cord, and disconnect the printer cable. 2. Remove all the paper from the sheet feeder. 3. Clean the exterior of the printer with a
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    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 tape as shown, then close the printer cover. Tape the ink
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    Macintosh; the version number is shown below the EPSON logo. Identifying Printer Parts If you need help identifying the parts of the printer, refer to these illustrations: sheet feeder left edge guide paper support right edge guide printer cover output tray output tray extension ink cartridge
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    problems by checking the printer's control panel lights, as described below, or running a printer check, as described on page 33. Checking the Control Panel Lights paper out light color cartridge. See page 23 for instructions. When the Ppower and S EPSON; see page 41 for contact information. 32
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    lies in your software settings, the interface cable, or your computer. If the check page doesn't print, you may have a problem with your printer. Try the suggestions in "Problems and Solutions" beginning on page 34. If nothing seems to work, contact your dealer or EPSON as described on page 41. 33
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    troubleshooting tips if you have any problems setting up your printer, installing software, getting good print quality, feeding paper, or other miscellaneous problems. Problems problems installing the printer software. s Carefully follow the instructions Manager. Make sure EPSON Monitor3 and SC 880
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    installation privileges. Contact your System Administrator. You're printing over a network. See your electronic Reference Guide for instructions on configuring your printer for use on a network. Problems with Printing Only the Ppower light is on, but nothing prints. s Make sure the interface cable
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    ink if your document doesn't include color. s Set the Quality/Speed slider your computer documentation or the manufacturer for instructions. Your printer makes noise when you turn a while. Your printer is performing routine maintenance. Problems Getting Good Print Quality You see banding (light lines
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    new stack of paper. s Use a support sheet with special media, or try Guide. s Use EPSON papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of EPSON inks. Non-EPSON media may not be compatible and may produce ink bleeding or pooling. s Run the Print Head Alignment utility. See page 28 for instructions
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    delete them and then try printing again. See your electronic Reference Guide for instructions. s If you're using a printer switch box, connect the 28 for instructions. s You may need to increase the image resolution or print it in a smaller size; see your software documentation. Problems with Paper
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    Problems The margins are incorrect. s Make sure the paper size settings in your printer software are correct. See the electronic Reference Guide for instructions. s Check your software documentation for instructions software. (If you're printing on EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper, the
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    Printer Software in the program list, then select your EPSON Stylus COLOR 880 printer icon. 3. Click the Add/Remove button (Change/Remove button in Windows 2000) and follow the instructions. 4. If you're using the USB port in Windows 98, click EPSON USB Printer Devices in the program list; then
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    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
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    Stylus Color 880, EPSON Stylus Color 880i, or EPSON Stylus Color 83) 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 You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals
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    Requirements and Notices This chapter includes system requirements, safety instructions, legal notices, and other important information. Windows System Requirements To use your printer and its software, your system should have: s An IBM® compatible PC with
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    to malfunction. ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy caused by power generation. Important Safety Instructions Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to make sure you use the
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    explained in this manual, do not attempt to service the printer yourself. s Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions s Install the ink cartridge immediately after you
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    installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
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    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: EPSON AMERICA, INC. MS 6-43 3840 Kilroy Airport Way Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the
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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) 276-7564 (U.S.) or (905) 709-2567 (Canada) for warranty repair instructions and return authorization. An Epson service technician will
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    Cleaning print head, 21 to 22 printer, 29 sheets, 20, 21, 29 Colors, incorrect, 37 Control panel, 32 to 33 Controlling printing, 8 to 9, 12 manual, 2 to 3 E-mail technical support, 41 ENERGY STAR, 44 Envelopes, 16 EPSON Accessories, 23, 42 automated telephone services, 41 Electronic support services
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    colors, 37 Ink cartridge replacing, 23 to 25 replacing outdated, 23, 26 to 27 safety instructions, 45 Ink Jet Transparencies, 20 Ink level, 9, 23 Ink setting, 7, 11 Internet, 41 Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper, 20, 39 L Layout problems box, 10 Paper EPSON, 18 to 20 feeding problems, 38 loading, 5
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    types, custom, 14 to 15 Q Quality/Speed setting, 7, 11 R Reference Guide, 2 to 3 Reinstalling software, 40 S Safety instructions, 44 to 45 Saving settings, 15 Smears, 16, 37 Software creative, 42 reinstalling, 40 solving problems, 34 to 35 uninstalling, 40 Special effects, 15 Special papers, 18 to
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    Color T020201 (U.S.), or T020311 (Canada) EPSON Papers Paper name EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON High Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Photo Paper EPSON the instructions that came with your paper to select the correct Media Type
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Printer Basics
Printed on recycled paper
EPSON Stylus
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