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XP-950 User's Guide - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 2
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XP-950 User's Guide... Windows 25 Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Mac OS X 26 Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More 28 Using Epson Email Print ...28 Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App 28 Using Epson Remote Print ...29 Using Epson Scan to Cloud...29 Using AirPrint - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 4
66 Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass 66 Copying ...68 Copying Documents or Photos...68 Paper Type Settings - Copying ...69 Paper Size Settings - Copying...70 Copying Options ...70 Copying and Restoring Photos...73 Printing From a Computer ...75 Printing with Windows ...75 Selecting Basic Print - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 5
Photo - Windows 88 Checking Print Status - Windows 89 Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows 90 Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens 91 Changing Automatic Update Options 93 Printing with Mac OS X...93 Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X 94 Paper Source Options - Mac - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 6
149 Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8 Using Image Capture 150 Available Scan Settings - Mac OS X Image Capture 152 Scanning Special Projects...152 Scanning to a PDF File...152 Restoring Photo Colors as You Scan 155 Using Memory Cards With Your Product 157 Inserting a Memory Card ...157 6 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 7
Displayed on the LCD Screen 162 Photo Adjustment Options - Memory Card 162 Print Setting Options - Memory Card 163 Paper Type Settings - Memory Card 165 Printing Photo Layouts from a Memory Card 166 Photo Layout Options ...168 Printing Photo Greeting Cards...168 Creating and Printing a Greeting - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 8
Print Quality - Mac OS X 209 Replacing Ink Cartridges ...211 Check Cartridge Status ...211 Checking Cartridge Status on the LCD Screen 211 Checking Cartridge Status with Windows 212 Checking Cartridge Status with Mac OS X 215 Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges...216 Ink Cartridge Part Numbers ...216 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 9
Ink Installation ...246 Software Installation Problems ...246 Control Panel Setup Problems ...247 Solving Network Problems ...247 Product Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access Point 248 Network Software Cannot Find Product on a Network 249 Product Does Not Appear in Mac OS X Printer Window - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 10
253 Paper Jam Problems in the Paper Cassette 254 Paper Jam Problems in the Auto Duplexer 255 Paper Ejection Problems ...257 Solving Problems Printing from a Computer 258 Nothing Prints ...258 Product Icon Does Not Appear in Windows Taskbar 259 Error After Cartridge Replacement 259 Printing - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 11
...280 Windows System Requirements ...280 Mac System Requirements ...281 Printing Specifications ...281 Scanning Specifications ...282 Paper Specifications ...282 Printable Area Specifications ...283 Ink Cartridge Specifications...285 Memory Card Specifications ...286 Dimension Specifications - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 12
Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 294 LCD Screen Safety Instructions 295 Wireless Connection Safety Instructions 295 FCC Compliance Statement...295 Software Notice...296 Trademarks ...298 Copyright Notice...299 libTIFF Software Acknowledgment 299 A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 13
XP-950 User's Guide Welcome to the XP-950 User's Guide. For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here. 13 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 14
Product Basics See these sections to learn about the basic features of your product. Setting Up the Control Panel Product Parts Locations The Power Off and Sleep Timers Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More Using AirPrint Using Google Cloud Print Setting Up the Control Panel See - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 15
1 The power button and the power light 2 The home button 3 The LCD screen 4 The up and down arrows (you can also scroll by swiping up and down on the LCD screen with your finger) 5 The CD button 6 The back button 7 The start button Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel Using the LCD Screen 1 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 16
lower it to the desired angle as shown. Note: The control panel rises and the output tray slides out automatically when printing starts. Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel Changing LCD Screen Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Select Setup. 3. Select Printer Setup. 4. Select Sound. 16 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 17
memory card displays memory card-related menu options on the screen. You can turn off this feature from the product's control panel. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Select Setup. 3. Select Guide , if necessary. 2. Select Setup. 3. Select Printer Setup. 4. Select Quiet Mode. 5. Select the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 18
Parts - Front Product Parts - Inside Product Parts - Back Parent topic: Product Basics Product Parts - Top 1 Rear paper feed slot cover 2 Paper support 3 Rear paper feed slot 4 Edge guide 5 CD/DVD tray (shown removed and in storage position) 6 Document cover Parent topic: Product Parts Locations 18 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 19
Product Parts - Front 1 Control panel 2 Output tray 3 Cassette 1 (upper cassette) 4 Cassette 2 (lower cassette) 5 Front cover 6 Cassette edge guides 19 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 20
1 Document cover 2 Scanner glass 3 Memory card access light 4 Memory card slots 5 USB Type A port for external devices Parent topic: Product Parts Locations Product Parts - Inside 20 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 21
1 Scanner unit 2 Print head/ink cartridge holder Parent topic: Product Parts Locations Product Parts - Back 1 AC inlet 2 Rear cover 3 From the Control Panel Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Windows Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Mac OS X Parent topic: Product Basics 21 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 22
From the Control Panel You can use the product's control panel to change the time period before the printer turns off automatically. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Select Setup. 3. Select Printer Setup. You see this screen: 4. Press the up or down arrow buttons to select Power Off Timer - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 23
use the product's control panel to change the time period before the product enters sleep mode. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Select Setup. 3. Select Printer Setup. You see this screen: 23 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 24
4. Press the up or down arrow buttons to select Sleep Timer. You see this screen: 5. Press the up or down arrow buttons to select the time period you want before the product goes to sleep. 6. Press the home button to exit. Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers 24 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 25
Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Windows You can use the printer software to change the time period before the printer enters sleep mode or turns off automatically. 1. Do one of the following: • Windows 8: Navigate to the Start screen, right-click the screen, and select Devices and - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 26
want before the product goes to sleep as the Sleep Timer setting. 7. Click Send. 8. Click OK to close the open program windows. Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Mac OS X You can use the printer software to change the time period before the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 27
or Print & Scan, select your product, and select Options & Supplies. Select Utility and select Open Printer Utility. • Mac OS X 10.5: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & to sleep as the Sleep Timer setting. 5. Click Apply. 6. Close the Printer Settings window. 27 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 28
sheet. 2. If you did not already set up Email Print when you installed your product software, visit epson.com/connect to learn more about Email Print, check compatibility, and get detailed setup instructions. 3. Send an email with attachments to your product's Email Print address. Note: Both the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 29
, and More Using Epson Remote Print With Epson Remote Print software on your Windows computer or laptop, you can print to an Epson Email-enabled product anywhere in the world. 1. Visit epson.com/connect to learn more about Remote Print and how to download the software. 2. Download and install the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 30
option. Note: If you don't see the Google Cloud Print Services option, turn your product off and back on. If the option still doesn't appear, select the Firmware Update option and follow the on-screen instructions to update your product. 6. Click Register. 7. Select the check box to agree to - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 31
the on-screen instructions. 10. Click Finish printer registration to complete setup and print a test page. Your product is now linked to your Google Account and can be accessed from any Chromebook, computer, Apple or Android device with internet access. Visit Epson Support for more information - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 32
Mode Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Printing a Network Status Sheet Changing or Updating Network Connections Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup You can set up your product to communicate with to your computer over a wireless or wired network. 1 Epson product 2 Wireless router or access point 32 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 33
using your product control panel. To install your product on a wireless network, follow the instructions on the Start Here sheet and install the necessary software from the product CD. The installer program guides you through network setup. 1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Select Wi-Fi - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 34
4. Select the name of your wireless network or enter the name manually. Note: To enter the wireless network name manually, scroll down and then select Other Networks. Use the displayed keypad to enter your network name, as described in the next step. 5. Enter your wireless - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 35
Direct Mode Setup You can set up your product to communicate directly with your computer or another device without requiring a wireless router or access point. 1 Epson product 2 Computer with a wireless interface 35 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 36
already connected to a wireless network, it enters peer-to-peer mode and disconnects from any other networks. This also disables any other product features requiring access to the Internet. When operating in this mode, your product displays a Direct or D connection symbol on the LCD screen. Note: To - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 37
3. Scroll down and select Wi-Fi Direct Routerless Setup. 4. Select Connection Setup. 5. Select Change Password, then select OK. Note: If you have already connected devices or computers to your product via Wi-Fi Direct, they will be disconnected when you change the password. 6. Enter your Wi-Fi - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 38
• Press the touch screen buttons repeatedly to scroll through characters. • Press or to move the cursor. • Press 1 Symb. to enter symbols. • Press to delete the previous character. 7. Press Done when you finish entering your password. You see this screen: 8. Scroll down to view the SSID (Wi-Fi - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 39
, look for a button labeled WPS on your router or access point. If there is no hardware button, there may be a virtual WPS button in the software for the device. Check your network product documentation for details. Using WPS to Connect to a Network Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking Using WPS - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 40
3. Select Push Button Setup (WPS). 4. Follow the instructions on the LCD screen to complete WPS setup. If the network connection is successful, a Network Status Sheet You can print a network status sheet to help you determine the causes of any problems you may have using your product on a network. 40 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 41
1. Press the home button, if necessary. 2. Select Wi-Fi Setup. You see this screen: 3. Select Wi-Fi/Network Status. You see a screen like this: Note: If you are connected to a network wirelessly, the signal strength is also displayed. 4. Select Status Sheet, then press the start button to print the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 42
sheet to diagnose any problems you have. Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking Changing or Updating Network Connections See these sections to change or update how your product connects -Fi connection, disconnect the USB cable from your product. With Windows, also uninstall your product software. 42 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 43
of the following: • Windows: Uninstall your product software. • Mac OS X: Go to the next step. 2. Download your product software from the Epson website, or install it from the CD that came with your product using the instructions on the Start Here sheet. Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 44
your network connection type or need to solve a problem with your network connection. Note: Before disabling Wi-Fi features, make a note of your product's SSID (network name) and password, and any network settings selected for the Epson Connect services you may use. 1. Press the home button, if - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 45
in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette) Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed Slot Loading Envelopes Paper Loading Capacity Available Epson Papers Borderless Paper Type Compatibility Paper or Media Type Settings Loading Paper in Cassette 1 (Upper Cassette) You can load photo paper and other media in these - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 46
2. Open the front cover. 3. Pull out the upper paper cassette. The upper cassette has a label on the right side. Note: If the cassette is too far inside the product to reach, turn the product off and then back on again to reset the cassette's position. 4. Slide the edge guides outward. 46 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 47
to the position for the paper size you are using. Note: Various paper sizes are marked on the tray. 6. Insert paper with the glossy or printable side facedown. Note: Make sure the paper is loaded against the front edge guide. 7. Slide the side edge guides against the paper, but not too tightly. Note - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 48
the tabs on the edge guides and not sticking out from the end of the cassette. • Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions. Parent topic: Loading Paper Related references Paper Loading Capacity Related tasks Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette) Loading Paper in the Rear - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 49
Note: Do not remove or insert the paper cassette during printing. 1. Close the output tray, if necessary. Note: As you slide in the output tray, there may be slight resistance and noise. This is normal. 2. Open the front cover. 3. Pull on the front cover to pull out the lower paper cassette. 49 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 50
4. Slide the edge guides outward. Note: If you are using legal-size paper, remove the CD/DVD tray from the product. Press the button on the cassette and then extend it as shown. 5. Set the front edge guide to the paper size you are using. Note: Various paper sizes are marked on the tray. 50 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 51
Insert paper with the glossy or printable side facedown. Note: Make sure the paper is loaded against the edge guide and not sticking out from the end of the cassette. 7. Slide the side edge guides against the paper, but not too tightly. Note: Make sure the paper is under the tabs on the edge guides - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 52
additional loading instructions. Parent topic: Loading Paper Related references Paper Loading Capacity Related tasks Loading Paper in Cassette 1 (Upper Cassette) Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed Slot Loading Envelopes Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed Slot You can load card stock, envelopes - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 53
from a computer, select Rear Paper Feed Slot for the Source (Windows) or Paper Source (Mac OS X) setting. • If printing from the product's touch screen, select Rear Paper Feed Slot for the Paper Source setting. 2. Flip open the rear paper feed slot cover. 3. Extend the paper support and tilt it back - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 54
outward. 5. Do one of the following: • Load a single sheet of paper or thick media, printable side up and short edge first, in the center of the rear paper feed slot until you hear a beep. Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too tightly. • Load an envelope, short edge first with the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 55
. If the Button Press setting is turned off, you do not hear a beep when inserting paper. Always follow these loading guidelines: • Load one sheet or envelope at a time. • Be careful not to insert paper too far or not far enough. Feed about 2 inches (5 cm) of paper into the printer as shown. 55 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 56
, or it may cause a paper jam or wrinkle your printout. • You can load hole-punched paper with holes on either side, but you may need to adjust the margins in your print file to avoid printing over the holes. • Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions. Parent topic: Loading - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 57
]). You can also load a single envelope in the rear paper feed slot, as described in that section. Note: Do not remove or insert the paper cassette during printing. 1. Close the output tray, if necessary. Note: As you slide in the output tray, there may be slight resistance and noise. This is normal - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 58
3. Pull on the front cover to pull out the lower paper cassette. 4. Slide the edge guides outward. 5. Insert up to 10 envelopes, printable side facedown and flap edge left, as shown. Note: Make sure the envelope is not sticking out from the end of the cassette. 58 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 59
sure the envelopes are under the tabs on the edge guides. 7. Keep the cassette flat as you insert it. Note: The output tray opens automatically when you print. Always follow these envelope loading guidelines: • If you have trouble loading a stack of envelopes, press each envelope flat before loading - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 60
Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte 20 sheets Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Epson Photo Paper Glossy 20 sheets Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 61
genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or epson.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). Paper Type Epson Bright White Paper Epson Photo Paper - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 62
(8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) 11 × 14 inches (279 × 356 mm) 11 × 17 inches (279 × 432 mm) A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm]) Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) Glossy 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm) 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 63
Self-adhesive A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches Sheets [210 × 297 mm]) Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer Letter (8.5 × 11 inches paper [216 × 279 mm]) Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) Epson Scrapbook Photo Paper Matte Double-sided Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 64
Paper Types • Epson Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy • Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss • Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster • Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte • Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Borderless Paper - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 65
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Photo Paper Glossy Photo Paper Glossy Epson Presentation Paper Matte Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Premium Photo Paper - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 66
Placing Originals on the Product Follow the instructions here to place your original documents or photos on the product. Caution: Do not place anything on top of your product or use its cover as a writing surface to avoid damaging it. Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass Placing Originals on the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 67
. Just make sure they are at least 0.20 inch (5 mm) away from each other and from the edge of the scanner glass. 3. If you are copying two book pages onto one sheet, place the book as shown to copy the first page, then turn the book - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 68
tasks Copying onto a CD/DVD Copying Documents or Photos You can copy documents or photos onto various sizes and types of paper, including Epson special papers. 1. Place your original document or photo on the scanner glass. 2. Load the paper you want to print on. Note: Load only the recommended - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 69
on the Scanner Glass Related topics Loading Paper Paper Type Settings - Copying Select a Paper Type setting that matches the paper you loaded. Paper type loaded Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper Epson Photo Quality Self - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 70
type loaded Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Photo Paper Glossy Paper Type setting Prem. Glossy Ultra Glossy Glossy Parent topic: Copying Documents or Photos Paper Size Settings - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 71
is selected) Automatically sizes the image by the percentage you select Copies at 100% size Automatically sizes the image to fit the selected paper size setting Automatically converts from one size to another Selects the paper size for the copy printout Adjusts printer settings for the selected - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 72
copies (only available when 1>2-Sided is selected) Adjusts the amount of expansion for printing borderless photos Provides longer drying time for 2-sided copies, if smudges or marks appear on the front of the paper when you print on the second side Restores the copy settings to the default settings - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 73
copy them. 1. Load photo paper in the product. 2. Press the home button, if necessary. 3. Select More Functions. 4. Select Copy/Restore Photos. 5. Select On. 6. Place up to two original photos on the product. Note: View the LCD screen for instructions on placing your photos on the product. 7. Press - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 74
are ready to print, press the start button. Note: To cancel printing, select Cancel. Parent topic: Copying Related references Available Epson Papers Paper Type Settings - Copying Paper Size Settings - Copying Copying Options Related tasks Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass Related topics Loading - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 75
for updates to your product software on Epson's support website. If you see a Software Update screen, select Enable automatic checking and click OK. The update scans your system to see if you have the latest product software. Follow the on-screen instructions. Printing with Windows Printing with Mac - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 76
, the Print option in the File menu, or another command. See your application's help utility for details. 3. If necessary, select your product name as the printer you want to use. Note: You may also need to select Properties or Preferences to view your print settings. You see the Main tab of - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 77
document or photo as shown in the printer settings window. Note: If you are printing an envelope, select Landscape. 10. To print on both sides of the paper, select a 2-sided printing option. 11. Select any of the available print options. Note: If you need to access the Epson product support website - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 78
to cassette 2 when cassette 1 is empty. Rear Paper Feed Slot Selects the paper in the rear feed slot as the paper source. CD/DVD Selects the CD or DVD loaded as the source. Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Basic Print Options - Windows You can select any of the basic print - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 79
Print Preview Displays a preview of your printout before printing. Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows Select print settings on the Advanced tab to customize the quality and color settings for your printout, and save your own printing - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 80
. Advanced Print Quality Settings - Windows Advanced Print Options - Windows Color Management Options - Windows Parent topic: Printing with Windows Related references Borderless Paper Type Compatibility Paper or Media Type Settings Paper Source Options - Windows Related tasks Selecting Double-sided - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 81
Advanced Print Quality Settings - Windows You can select any of the print quality settings to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settings may be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen. Draft For draft printing on photo paper. Fast Economy For the fastest - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 82
includes a face with an intentional color cast, such as a statue, you may want to turn off Fix Photo to retain the special color effects. ICM Lets you turn off color management in your printer software using the Off (No Color Adjustment) option. You can then manage color using only your application - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 83
your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge Document checkbox and select sizing options. • To print on both sides of your paper, select the 2-sided printing options. • To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, or print one image on multiple sheets of paper, select the Multi-Page - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 84
option for the Expansion setting, you may see white borders on your printed photo. • To print the borderless image at its actual size without scaling, select : Printing with Windows Related tasks Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows Selecting a Printing Preset - Windows For quick access - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 85
your printing presets. 4. To choose an option for printing, select it. 5. Click OK. Parent topic: Printing with Windows Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows You can print on both sides of the paper by selecting one of the 2-sided printing options on the Main or Page Layout tab. (Some - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 86
print your double-sided print job. • Select the Manual checkbox to print your double-sided print job manually by printing one side and flipping the paper over to print the other side (recommended for paper types that do not support automatic duplexing). 3. Select the Folded Booklet checkbox if - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 87
the Adjust Print Density button. You see this window: 8. Select the type of document you are printing as the Document Type setting. The software automatically sets the Adjustments options for that document type. 9. If you selected the Manual document type, select the Adjustments options you want - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 88
amount of time required for drying ink after printing on one side of the paper before printing the other side in double-sided printing to prevent ink smearing. Parent topic: Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Once you have selected your print - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 89
Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows Checking Print Status - Windows During printing, you see this window showing the progress of your print job. It allows you to control printing and check ink cartridge status. 89 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 90
Cancel. • To see print jobs lined up for printing, click Print Queue. • To check ink status, click Check Ink Levels. Parent topic: Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows When you change your print settings in a program, the changes apply only while you - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 91
needed for printing in any program session. Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens Parent topic: Printing with Windows Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens You can change the language used on the Windows printer software screens. 1. Right-click the product icon in the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 92
tab. You see the maintenance options: 4. Select the language you want to use as the Language setting. 5. Click OK to close the printer software window. The printer software screens appear in the language you selected the next time you access them. Parent topic: Selecting Default Print Settings - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 93
Note: If you choose to disable the automatic update feature, you can check for updates manually. Parent topic: Printing with Windows Related tasks Checking for Software Updates Printing with Mac OS X You can print with your product using any Mac OS X printing program, as described in these sections - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 94
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X Managing Color - Mac OS X Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac OS X Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac OS X Parent topic - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 95
on the version of Mac OS X and the application you are using. 5. Select the Copies and Pages settings as necessary. Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before printing. 6. Select the page setup options: Paper Size and Orientation. Note - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 96
7. Select any application-specific settings that appear on the screen, such as those shown in the image above for the Preview application. 8. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. You see these settings: 96 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 97
Paper Source Options - Mac OS X Print Quality Settings - Mac OS X Print Options - Mac OS X Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X Related references Paper or Media Type Settings Related tasks Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Paper Source Options - Mac - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 98
for the Expansion setting, you may see white borders on your printed photo. Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X Depending on your application, you may be able to select the paper size and orientation settings from the print window. 98 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 99
of your document or photo as shown in the print window. Note: If you are printing an envelope, select the icon. Note: You can reduce or enlarge the size of the printed image by selecting Paper Handling from the pop-up menu and selecting a scaling option. Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X Related - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 100
• To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, select the number of pages in the Pages per Sheet horizontally settings. Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X You can print on both sides of the paper by selecting Two-sided Printing Settings from - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 101
Note: Some options may be pre-selected or unavailable, depending on other settings you have chosen or if you are accessing the product over a network. This screen may be different, depending on the version of Mac OS X you are using. 1. Select one of the Two-sided Printing options. 101 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 102
Select the type of document you are printing as the Document Type setting. The software automatically sets the Adjustments options for that document type. 3. If necessary, customize the Adjustments settings as instructed on the screen. 4. Print a test copy of your double-sided document to test the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 103
-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X Managing Color - Mac OS X You can adjust the Color Matching and Color Options settings to fine-tune the colors in your printout, or turn off color management in your printer software. 1. Select Color Matching from the pop-up menu in the print window. 2. Select one - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 104
Color Matching and Color Options menus. Color Matching Settings EPSON Color Controls Lets you manage color using controls in your printer software, or turn off color management. ColorSync Prints using standard color profiles for your product and paper to help match image colors. You can customize - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 105
want to turn off Fix Photo to retain the special color effects. Off (No Color Adjustment) Turns off color management in your printer software so you can manage color using only your application software. Parent topic: Managing Color - Mac OS X Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac OS X You can select - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 106
any of the available printing preferences. 5. Click OK. Printing Preferences - Mac OS X Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X Printing Preferences - Mac OS X You can select from these settings on the Driver tab. Thick paper and envelopes Prevents ink from smearing when you print on envelopes or other - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 107
receive warning notifications from the printer software when ink is low. Establish bidirectional Mac OS X Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac OS X Once you have selected your print settings, you are ready to print. Click Print at the bottom of the print window. Checking Print Status - Mac - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 108
ink cartridge status. 1. Click the printer icon when it appears in the Dock. You see the print status window: 2. Select the following options as necessary: Mac To check ink status, click the Settings icon, then click the Supply Levels tab. Parent topic: Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac OS X 108 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 109
Cancelling Printing Using a Product Button If you need to cancel printing, select Cancel on the LCD display. Parent topic: Printing From a Computer 109 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 110
Epson Scan Settings Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8 Using Image Capture Scanning Special Projects Starting a Scan After placing your original documents or photos sure you installed the product software and connected the product to your computer or network. Note: With Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8, - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 111
Memory Card saves your scan file on a memory card and lets you select the file format, quality, and other settings. • Scan to Cloud sends your scanned files to a destination that you have registered with Epson Connect. Note: To use this feature Outlook, Windows Live Mail, Mac Mail, and Entourage, - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 112
Using Epson Scan to Cloud Scan to Memory Card Options Select the Scan to Memory Card options you want to use. Scan to Memory Card setting JPG PDF Color B&W Contrast Scan Area Document Available options - - Various levels Letter A4 Auto Cropping Max Area Text Photograph Description JPG: for photos - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 113
Scan to Memory Card setting Resolution Document Orientation Available options 200 dpi 300 dpi or Programs > EPSON Software > Event Manager. • Mac OS X: Open the Applications folder, click Epson Software, and click Event Manager. 2. Open the Scanner (Windows) or Select Scanner (Mac OS X) drop-down - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 114
adjustment and photo correction features for enhancing scanned images, and provides an interface for TWAIN-compliant OCR scanning software, such as ABBYY FineReader. To download Epson Scan, visit Epson's driver download site (U.S. downloads or Canadian downloads). You see an Epson Scan window like - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 115
Parent topic: Starting a Scan Related tasks Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8 Using Image Capture Related topics Selecting Epson Scan Settings 115 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 116
install Epson Scan scanning software. Epson Scan provides additional image adjustment and photo correction features for enhancing scanned images, and provides an interface for TWAIN-compliant OCR scanning software, such as ABBYY FineReader. To download Epson Scan, visit Epson's driver download site - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 117
Note: In certain programs, you may see the program's scan window instead of the Epson Scan window. Select scanning options as necessary. Parent topic: Starting a Scan Selecting Epson Scan Settings After starting Epson Scan, you can select settings in various modes to customize your scan. Scan Modes - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 118
select various image adjustment options and preview your scanned image. Professional Mode You can manually customize all available settings, and preview and size your scanned image. Parent topic: Selecting Epson Scan Settings Related tasks Selecting the Scan Mode Selecting the Scan Mode Select the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 119
in Professional Mode Scanning in Full Auto Mode When you scan in Full Auto Mode, Epson Scan automatically saves your scanned file in JPEG format in your operating system's Pictures or before you scan, if necessary. 1. Start Epson Scan and select Full Auto Mode as the Mode setting. You see this - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 120
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settings, click File Save Settings. 3. Click Scan. Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 122
in Epson Scan Full Auto Mode. Dust Removal Removes dust marks from your originals automatically. Color Restoration Restores the colors in faded photos automatically. Auto Photo Orientation Checks the preview image for faces, the sky, and other features, and then correctly rotates the photo when - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 123
2. Select the Document Type setting that matches your original, such as Photograph or Text/Line Art. 3. Select the Image Type setting that matches your original. 123 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 124
necessary file save settings and click OK. Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 125
Selecting a Scan Area - Home Mode You can select a specific area in your preview image to include in your scanned image. You can select the entire image area or a portion of it. You can even select multiple scan areas to create multiple scanned images of different areas (Normal Preview mode only). - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 126
• Normal preview: Click the Auto Locate icon to create a marquee (dotted line) on the preview image. 126 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 127
2. Do the following, as necessary, to work with the selected scan area: • If the marquee is correct, continue with the next step. • To move the marquee, click inside the scan area and drag the marquee where you want it. • To resize the scan area, place your cursor over the edge or corner of the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 128
. 3. Click inside the scan area and make any necessary settings in the Epson Scan window. Parent topic: Scanning in Home Mode Available Image Adjustments - Home Mode You the colors in faded photos automatically. Backlight Correction Removes shadows from photos that have too much background light. 128 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 129
image as you scan. You can also select a specific scan size, such as a common photo size like 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm). This places a scan area . 1. Click the Preview button to preview your image. 2. In the Epson Scan window, select the size you want your scanned image to be from the Target - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 130
the scan area, place your cursor over the edge or corner of the marquee, then click and drag the edge where you want it. Note: Manually adjusting the marquee will not change the target size of the scanned file. The marquee only indicates the area of the image that will be - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 131
: Scanning in Home Mode Scanning in Office Mode When you scan in Office Mode, Epson Scan automatically saves your scanned file in JPEG format in your operating system's Pictures or the scanned file settings as necessary. 1. Start Epson Scan and select Office Mode as the Mode setting. You see this - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 132
2. Select the Image Type setting that matches your original. 3. Select the Document Source setting indicating where you placed your original. 4. Select the Size and Orientation settings that match your original. 5. Select the Resolution setting you want to use for your scan. 6. Click the Preview - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 133
to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and print the image, if desired. Selecting a Scan Area - Office Mode Available Image Adjustments - Office Mode Parent topic: Selecting Epson Scan Settings Related concepts Image Preview Guidelines Scan - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 134
1. In the Preview window, click the Auto Locate icon to create a marquee (dotted line) on the preview image. 2. Do the following, as necessary, to work with the selected scan - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 135
. • To delete a marquee, click the marquee, then click the Delete Marquee icon. 3. Click inside each scan area and make any necessary settings in the Epson Scan window. Parent topic: Scanning in Office Mode Available Image Adjustments - Office Mode You can select these Image Adjustments options in - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 136
in Office Mode Scanning in Professional Mode When you scan in Professional Mode, Epson Scan automatically saves your scanned file in JPEG format in your operating system's Pictures scanned file settings as necessary. 1. Start Epson Scan and select Professional Mode as the Mode setting. You see this - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 137
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the Auto Exposure Type setting: Document or Photo. 5. Select the details of your original Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 139
Available Image Types - Professional Mode You can select these Image Type options in Epson Scan Professional Mode. 24-bit Color Select this setting for color photos. Color Smoothing Select this setting for color graphic images, such as charts or graphs. 8-bit Grayscale Select this setting for black- - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 140
• Thumbnail preview: Your scan area is selected automatically, but you can change it. Place your cursor in one corner of the desired scan area, then click and drag the cursor to the opposite corner to create a marquee (dotted line) on the preview image. 140 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 141
2. Do the following, as necessary, to work with the selected scan area: • If the marquee is correct, continue with the next step. • To move the marquee, click inside the scan area and drag the marquee where you want it. • To resize the scan area, place your cursor over the edge or corner of the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 142
Mode You can select these Adjustments options in Epson Scan Professional Mode. Note: Not all adjustment settings may be available, depending on the Image Type setting. Click the image adjustment icon to access additional settings. Click the + (Windows) or (Mac OS X) icon next to a setting to change - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 143
Color Restoration Restores the colors in faded photos automatically. Backlight Correction Removes shadows from photos that have too much background light. a graphical interface for adjusting tone levels individually. (For advanced users only.) Click the tone correction icon to access the settings. - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 144
image as you scan. You can also select a specific scan size, such as a common photo size like 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm). This places a scan area . 1. Click the Preview button to preview your image. 2. In the Epson Scan window, select the size you want your scanned image to be from the Target - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 145
the scan area, place your cursor over the edge or corner of the marquee, then click and drag the edge where you want it. Note: Manually adjusting the marquee will not change the target size of the scanned file. The marquee only indicates the area of the image that will be - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 146
area on the preview image. The marquee is automatically proportioned for your custom scan size. 6. To use additional sizing tools, click the + (Windows) or (Mac OS X) icon next to the Target Size setting and select options as desired. • Scale: Reduces or enlarges your image by the percentage you - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 147
so you can adjust the scan settings using the preview as a guide. There are two types of preview available, depending on the scan and other settings manually. If the Thumbnail checkbox is deselected, clicking the Preview button opens a normal preview. Parent topic: Selecting Epson Scan Settings Scan - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 148
, and format of your scan file on the File Save Settings window. You can also select various optional settings that control how Epson Scan behaves when you scan and save files. The File Save Settings window may appear after you click Scan on the Epson Scan window. You may also be able to access the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 149
Scanned File Types and Optional Settings Parent topic: Selecting Epson Scan Settings Available Scanned File Types and Optional Settings You a compatible program. PDF (*.pdf) A document format that is readable by Windows and Mac OS X systems using Adobe Reader, Acrobat, or other programs. You can - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 150
install Epson Scan scanning software. Epson Scan provides additional image adjustment and photo correction features for enhancing scanned images, and provides an interface for TWAIN-compliant OCR scanning software, such as ABBYY FineReader. To download Epson Scan, visit Epson's driver download site - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 151
4. Select the Scan Mode setting indicating where you placed your original (if available). Select any other scan settings as necessary. 5. Select the folder in which you want to save your scanned file in the Scan To pop-up menu. 151 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 152
with Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8 Using Image Capture Scanning Special Projects Your product's scanning software offers various options to help you quickly complete special scan projects. Scanning to a PDF File Restoring Photo Colors as You Scan Parent topic: Scanning Scanning to a PDF File Using Epson - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 153
2. Start Epson Scan. 3. Select the scan mode you want to use. 4. Select the scan settings for your scan. 5. Preview your image. 6. When you finish selecting all your settings, click Scan. You see the File Save Settings window. 7. Select PDF as the Type setting. 153 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 154
window, if necessary. Epson Scan scans your original, and saves the PDF file in the selected folder or opens it in your scanning program. If the file was saved directly to your computer, you see the file in the Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and print the document, if - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 155
Settings Restoring Photo Colors as You Scan You can restore the colors in faded photos as you scan them using Epson Scan's Windows Explorer or Mac OS X Finder, where you can view and print the image, if desired. Parent topic: Scanning Special Projects Related tasks Starting a Scan Using the Epson - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 156
Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass Related topics Selecting Epson Scan Settings 156 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 157
Using Memory Cards With Your Product Follow the instructions here to work with a memory card inserted into your product. Inserting a Memory Card Printing from a Memory Card Transferring Photos on a Memory Card Inserting a Memory Card Insert only one memory card at a time into a memory card slot on - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 158
or you may lose data from the memory card. Memory Card Types Memory Card File Specifications Removing a Memory Card Parent topic: Using Memory Cards With Your Product Memory Card Types You can insert these types of memory cards in your product. Note: Cards marked with an asterisk (*) require an - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 159
of files JPEG with the Exif version 2.3 standard 80 × 80 pixels to 10200 × 10200 pixels Up to 9990 Parent topic: Inserting a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card After you finish working with a memory card, you can check to make sure it is safe to remove it from your product. Caution: Do not remove - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 160
select Eject. • Mac OS X: Drag the removable disk icon for your memory card from the desktop into the trash. 3. Pull the memory card straight out of its slot. Parent topic: Inserting a Memory Card Printing from a Memory Card See these sections to print photos from a memory card inserted into your - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 161
- Memory Card Print Setting Options - Memory Card Paper Type Settings - Memory Card Parent topic: Printing from a Memory Card Viewing and Printing Photos You can select photos for printing as you view them on the LCD screen. 1. Select Print Photos. 2. Do one of the following to select your photos - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 162
: To cancel printing, select Cancel. Parent topic: Viewing and Printing Photos Related references Photo Adjustment Options - Memory Card Print Setting Options - Memory Card Related tasks Cropping Photos Displayed on the LCD Screen Cropping Photos Displayed on the LCD Screen If you want to crop or - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 163
an intentional color cast, such as a statue, you may want to turn off Fix Photo to retain the special color effects. Parent topic: Viewing and Printing Photos Print Setting Options - Memory Card Select the Print Settings options you want to use when printing photos displayed on the LCD screen. 163 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 164
of paper you have loaded Indicates the type of paper you have loaded; see the list of paper types for memory card (available options depend on the selected Paper Size setting) Prints onto paper may see some white border) Prints the date the photo was taken on the photo in the format you select 164 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 165
Photos Related references Paper Type Settings - Memory Card Paper Type Settings - Memory Card Select a Paper Type setting that matches the paper you loaded. Paper type loaded Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper Epson Photo - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 166
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Photo Paper Glossy Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper Paper Type setting Matte Prem. Glossy Ultra Glossy Glossy Velvet Fine Art Paper Parent topic: Viewing and Printing Photos Printing Photo Layouts from a Memory Card - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 167
Select the paper size and paper type that matches the paper you loaded, then select Proceed. 6. If you see a screen asking you to choose between automatic and manual placement of photos, do Note: To cancel printing, select Cancel. Photo Layout Options Parent topic: Printing from a Memory Card 167 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 168
. Parent topic: Printing Photo Layouts from a Memory Card Printing Photo Greeting Cards You can create custom greeting cards using photos on your memory card or other device, and add your own handwritten or printed text. First you select your photo and print a template on plain paper. Then you fill - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 169
Select More Functions. 3. Select Greeting Card. 4. Select Select Photo and Print Template. 5. Select the photo you want, then select Proceed. 6. Select Paper Size, then select Letter to print three cards on one letter-size sheet or 4x6in to print one card. 7. Select Paper Type, then select the type - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 170
you are ready to print your greeting card template on plain paper, press the start button. Parent topic: Printing Photo Greeting Cards Related tasks Inserting a Memory Card Related topics Loading Paper Printing a Greeting Card from a Template After your greeting card template is printed, you fill it - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 171
memory card access light is flashing or you may lose data from the memory card. 2. Press the home button, if necessary. 3. Select Setup. 4. Scroll down and select File Sharing Setup. 5. Select the connection type between the printer and your computer. Parent topic: Transferring Photos on a Memory - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 172
update to display new photos transferred to the memory card. Wait until the memory card access light stops flashing, then remove and insert the memory card to update the photos displayed. Parent topic: Transferring Photos on a Memory Card Related tasks Inserting a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 173
. Check your camera manual to see if it is compatible. Note: Your photos must be in JPG format and sized from 80 × 80 to 10200 × 10200 pixels. Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of your camera. Some combinations of paper type, size, and layout may not be supported, depending on your camera - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 174
2. Press the left or right arrow button and then select Setup. 3. Scroll down and select External Device Setup. 174 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 175
4. Select Print Settings. 5. Select the print settings you want to use. 6. When you are done, press the back button. 7. Select Photo Adjustments. 8. Select the photo adjustments you want to use, then press the home button to exit. After you select settings, you are ready to connect your camera and - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 176
want to use when printing photos from your camera. Print settings Paper Size Paper Type Available options Various paper sizes Various paper types Paper Source Cassette 1 Cassette 2 Cassette 1> Cassette 2 Rear Paper Feed Slot Description Indicates the size of paper you have loaded Indicates the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 177
Border Picture Package 2-up, 4-up, 8-up, 20-up, 30up, or 80-up Photo ID Upper ½ or Lower ½ Jewel Upper Jewel Index Draft Standard Best Standard Medium Minimum Off On Description Expands the image to the edge of the paper (slight cropping may occur) Leaves a small margin around the image Prints one - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 178
a photo by cameras that have a built-in GPS feature Automatically crops the photo to fit into the selected photo layout Photo Adjustment Settings Related references Paper Type Settings - Copying Photo Adjustments - Camera Select the Photo Adjustments options you want to use when printing photos - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 179
Brightness Contrast Sharpness Saturation Clear All Settings Various settings Yes No Description Automatically adjusts the brightness, contrast, and saturation of the photo based on the Scene Detection setting that is selected Turns off automatic adjustments; see Note below Uses your camera's PRINT - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 180
. 5. Follow the instructions that came with your camera to select and print your photos. When you finish printing, turn off your camera and disconnect it from the product. Parent topic: Printing from a Camera Related tasks Removing a Memory Card Related topics Loading Paper Printing from a Camera - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 181
your product's network settings. 5. Follow the instructions that came with your camera to select and print your photos. When you finish printing, turn off Product Related tasks Viewing and Printing Photos Removing a Memory Card Related topics Loading Paper USB Device File Specifications You can - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 182
on but not printing. Note: Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of your drive. 1. Remove any memory cards from the product. 2. Load the paper you want to use for printing. flashing, or you may lose photos on the drive. Parent topic: Viewing or Printing from a USB Flash Drive or - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 183
a photo on your memory card, or from a photo or drawing placed on the scanner glass. 1. Load one of these types of paper in either Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) or A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]) size: • Plain paper • Epson Bright White Paper • Epson Presentation Paper Matte • Epson - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 184
select Coloring Book. 5. Do one of the following: • Select Photo or Drawing on Scanner Glass to print a design from an original placed facedown on the scanner glass, in the front right corner. • Select Photo on Memory Card to print a design from a memory card inserted in your product, then select - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 185
Personalized Projects Related tasks Inserting a Memory Card Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass Related topics Loading Paper Printing Personalized Note Paper You can print lined or unlined note paper with one of your own photos in the background. 1. Load plain paper in either Letter (8.5 × 11 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 186
4. Select More Functions. 5. Scroll down and select Personal Stationery. 6. Select Writing Papers. 7. Scroll down and select one of the following settings: • Horizontal Rule • Vertical Rule 186 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 187
Select the size of paper you loaded. 9. Select the photo you want to use for your note paper, then select Proceed. Memory Card Related topics Loading Paper Printing Lined Paper, Graph Paper, and Music Sheets You can print wide-rule or narrow-rule notebook paper and graph paper. 1. Load plain paper - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 188
3. Select More Functions. 4. Scroll down and select Personal Stationery. 5. Select Lined Papers. 6. Select one of the following settings: • Wide Rule • Thin Rule • Graph Rule 188 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 189
: View the thumbnails next to each option to preview the design layout. 7. Select the size of paper you loaded. 8. When you see a message asking you to load paper, select Proceed. 9. To print more than one sheet, press + or - to select the number (up to 99). 10. When you are ready to print - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 190
preview the design layout. 7. If you choose Monthly, enter the year and month and press Done. 8. Select the type of paper to print on. 9. When you see a message asking you to load paper, select Proceed. 10. To print more than one sheet, press + or - to select the number (up to 99). 11 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 191
on CDs/DVDs Follow the instructions here to print a design onto ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs to create a custom label. CD/DVD Printing Features Loading a CD/DVD Removing a Printed CD/DVD Placing a CD/DVD on the Scanner Glass Copying onto a CD/DVD Printing Photos from a Memory Card Onto a CD/DVD - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 192
of the center hole, you may need to adjust the inner diameter setting using the control panel or Epson Print CD software. 1. Burn your files, music, or video onto your disc before printing on it. 2. Press the up. 6. Make sure nothing is on the output tray, then close it. 7. Close the front cover. 192 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 193
the bottom of the product. 9. Place a CD or DVD on the CD/DVD tray with the printable side faceup, and insert the tray into the slot above the output tray. Note: Make sure the marks on the tray and the marks on the product line up. 10. Select Ready > OK on the touch panel - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 194
, and then remove your CD or DVD from the tray. 2. Insert the CD/DVD tray into the storage slot on the bottom of the product. After printing, handle the CD or DVD carefully. You may need to wait up to 24 hours for the ink to dry fully before inserting it in a drive - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 195
. 1. Load the CD, DVD, or plain paper you want to print on. 2. Press the home button, if necessary. 3. Press the CD button. 4. Select CD/DVD Copy. 5. Follow the instructions on the LCD screen to place your original CD, DVD, or photo on the scanner glass, then select Proceed. 6. If necessary, adjust - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 196
7. Select one of the options shown on the screen to print on a CD/DVD or a test print on plain paper. If printing on plain paper, select Proceed. 8. Select any copy settings as needed. 9. When you are ready to print, press the start button. Note: To cancel printing, select Cancel. Parent - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 197
Originals on the Scanner Glass Related topics Loading Paper Printing Photos from a Memory Card Onto a CD/DVD You can print one or more photos from a memory card directly onto a CD/DVD. If you want, you can first print a test design on plain paper. 1. Insert a memory card into a memory card slot on - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 198
select Cancel. Parent topic: Printing on CDs/DVDs Related tasks Loading a CD/DVD Inserting a Memory Card Related topics Loading Paper Printing a Jewel Case Insert from a Memory Card You can print a photo from a memory card, automatically sized to fit on a CD/DVD jewel case insert. You can also print - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 199
if necessary. 4. Select More Functions. 5. Select Photo Layout Sheet. 6. Scroll down and then select one of the following: • Jewel Upper to print one photo on the upper half of the insert. • Jewel Index to print 24 or 48 thumbnail images on the insert. 7. Select your paper size and type, then select - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 200
a Memory Card Related topics Loading Paper Printing on CDs/DVDs from a Computer Before printing directly on CDs or DVDs from your computer, make sure you have set up your product as described on the Start Here sheet, and installed the Epson Print CD software. Printing on a CD/DVD with Windows - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 201
CD/DVD Design - Windows After you create your design, you can print it on paper to test it, then print it on the CD or DVD that contains your data, photos, video, or music. Make sure the disc is loaded for printing before you start. 1. Open your file in Epson Print CD and click - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 202
Printer setting. 3. To see how your design will look without printing on the disc, click Test Print and follow the instructions on the screen. 4. When you are ready to print on the disc, click the Print button on the screen. 5. Click Print. Parent topic: Printing on a CD/DVD with Windows Adjusting - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 203
2. Select Print Position Confirmation Pattern. 3. Click Print. 4. Remove the disc after printing. 5. Using a metric ruler, measure the distance from the hole to the cross marks labeled Top and Right. Note: Be sure to measure from the edge of the hole and not the edge of the printable area. 6. Click - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 204
with Windows Adjusting CD/DVD Print Quality - Windows If ink smears on your ink density. This may be necessary to make sure your designs look their best on the particular brand of discs you are using. First, load an extra CD/DVD to use for printing test patterns. 1. Open your file in Epson - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 205
adjustment is needed. When the ink density looks good, you are ready to print on your burned CD or DVD. Parent topic: Printing on a CD/DVD with Windows Printing on a CD/DVD with Mac OS X You can print with your product using the Epson Print CD software, as described in these sections. Designing - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 206
CDs/DVDs from a Computer Designing a CD/DVD - Mac OS X You can use Epson Print CD to design your disc by importing photos, adding text, and creating special effects. 1. Open the Epson Print CD program in the Applications > Epson Software > Print CD folder on your Mac. You see this screen: 2. Use the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 207
CD/DVD Design - Mac OS X After you create your design, you can print it on paper to test it, then print it on the CD or DVD that contains your data, photos, video, or music. Make sure the disc is loaded for printing before you start. 1. Open your file in Epson Print CD and - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 208
You see this screen: 2. Select Print Position Check Pattern. 3. Click Print. 4. Remove the disc after printing. 5. Using a metric ruler, measure the distance from the hole to the cross marks labeled Top and Right. Note: Be sure to measure from the edge of the hole and not the edge of the printable - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 209
CD/DVD with Mac OS X Adjusting CD/DVD Print Quality - Mac OS X If ink smears on your ink density. This may be necessary to make sure your designs look their best on the particular brand of discs you are using. First, load an extra CD/DVD to use for printing test patterns. 1. Open your file in Epson - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 210
select Second Time. 9. Click Print to print another test pattern. 10. Examine the disc after printing to see if further adjustment is needed. When the ink density looks good, you are ready to print on your burned CD or DVD. Parent topic: Printing on a CD/DVD with - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 211
Ink with Windows Check Cartridge Status Your product and its printing software will let you know when an ink cartridge is low or expended. Checking Cartridge Status on the LCD Screen Checking Cartridge Status with Windows Checking Cartridge Status with Mac OS X Parent topic: Replacing Ink Cartridges - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 212
Select Setup. 3. Select Ink Levels. The ink cartridge status is displayed. Note: Displayed ink levels are approximate. 4. Select OK to exit. Parent topic: Check Cartridge Status Related tasks Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Checking Cartridge Status with Windows A low ink reminder appears if - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 213
2. Replace or reinstall any ink cartridge indicated on the screen. Note: If any of the cartridges installed in the product are broken, incompatible with the product model, or improperly installed, Epson Status Monitor will not display an accurate cartridge status. 3. To disable the low ink reminder, - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 214
4. Deselect the See Low Ink Reminder alerts checkbox at the bottom of the screen. 5. To disable promotional offers, deselect the Display Epson Offers checkbox. Parent topic: Check Cartridge Status Related tasks Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 214 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 215
, and select Options & Supplies. Select Utility and select Open Printer Utility. • Mac OS X 10.5: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax, select your product, and select Open Print Queue. Select Utility. 2. Select EPSON Status Monitor. You see this window: 215 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 216
following as necessary: • To update the ink cartridge status, click Update. Parent topic: Check Cartridge Status Related tasks Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 217
Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Make sure you have your replacement cartridges handy before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones. Caution: Leave your old cartridges in the printer until you are ready to replace them - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 218
in the blue tab to unlock the ink cartridge you are replacing. Then lift the bottom of the ink cartridge to remove it. Warning: If ink gets on your skin, wash it thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If ink gets into your mouth, spit it out - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 219
. Do not touch the areas shown above. Doing so may prevent normal operation and printing. 7. Remove the cap from the cartridge and store it for later use. Note: Save the cap so you can recap ink cartridges before storing or disposing of them. Caution: Do not remove any other labels or seals, or - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 220
8. Insert the ink cartridge head first into the ink cartridge holder. Then press the bottom of the ink cartridge down until it clicks into place. 9. Once you replace all the cartridges that need replacing, close the scanner unit. The product starts priming the ink. This takes a few minutes. When you - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 221
Color Cartridges - Windows If you see a message during printing telling you that you can temporarily print in black ink with an expended color cartridge, you can cancel your print job and select settings to print on plain paper or on an envelope. Note: To use this feature, Epson Status Monitor - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 222
With Black Ink and Expended Color Cartridges Related topics Loading Paper Printing With Expended Color Cartridges - Mac OS X If printing stops, you can cancel your print job and select settings to temporarily print with only black ink on plain paper or on an envelope. 1. Click the printer icon in - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 223
type setting. 13. Select the Grayscale option. 14. Click Print to print your document. Parent topic: Printing With Black Ink and Expended Color Cartridges Related topics Loading Paper Conserving Low Black Ink with Windows The following window appears when black ink runs low and there is more color - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 224
Note: The window appears only when you have selected Plain Paper/Bright White Paper as the paper type setting, and depends on other selected print settings. To use this feature, Epson Status Monitor must be enabled. • Click Yes to use a mixture of color inks to create black, or No to continue using - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 225
to clean or align the print head. If running these utilities does not solve the problem, you may need to replace the ink cartridges. Print Head Maintenance Cleaning the Paper Path Related topics Replacing Ink Cartridges Print Head Maintenance If your printouts become too light, or you see dark or - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 226
1. Make sure there are no errors on the LCD screen and the CD/DVD tray is not inserted for printing. 2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 3. Press the home button, if necessary. 4. Select Setup. 5. Select Maintenance. 6. Select Nozzle Check. 7. Press the start button. 226 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 227
10. Follow the instructions on the screen to Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette) Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel Related topics Replacing Ink Cartridges Checking the Nozzles Using a Computer Utility You can check the print head nozzles using a utility on your Windows or Mac - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 228
there are no errors on the LCD screen and the CD/DVD tray is not inserted for printing. 2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 3. Do one of the following: • Windows: Right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar. • Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 229
, clean the print head. Parent topic: Print Head Nozzle Check Related tasks Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette) Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility Related topics Replacing Ink Cartridges Print Head Cleaning If print quality has declined and the nozzle check pattern indicates - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 230
Replacing Ink Cartridges Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel You can check the print head nozzles using the control panel on your product. 1. Make sure there are no errors on the LCD screen and the CD/DVD tray is not inserted for printing. 2. Load a few sheets of plain paper - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 231
Head Cleaning Related tasks Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette) Checking the Nozzles Using the Product Control Panel Related topics Replacing Ink Cartridges Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility You can clean the print head using a utility on your Windows computer or Mac. 231 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 232
there are no errors on the LCD screen and the CD/DVD tray is not inserted for printing. 2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 3. Do one of the following: • Windows: Right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar. • Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 233
6 hours. Then try cleaning the print head again. If quality still does not improve, one of the ink cartridges may be old or damaged and needs to be replaced. Parent topic: Print Head Cleaning Related tasks Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette) Checking the Nozzles Using a Computer Utility 233 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 234
Related topics Replacing Ink Cartridges Print Head Alignment If your printouts become grainy or Make sure there are no errors on the LCD screen and the CD/DVD tray is not inserted for printing. 2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 3. Press the home button, if necessary. 4. Select Setup - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 235
the print head using a utility on your Windows computer or Mac. 1. Make sure the CD/DVD tray is not inserted for printing. 2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 3. Do one of the following: • Windows: Right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar. • Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8: In the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 236
• Mac OS X 10.5: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select printing while you are printing a head alignment pattern. You see a window like this: 6. Check the printed pattern and follow the instructions on the screen to choose the number representing the best printed pattern for - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 237
back of a printout, you can clean the paper path to remove any excess ink. 1. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product. 2. Use the product control panel to make a copy, but without placing a document on the scanner glass. 3. Check the back of the ejected paper to see if it is clean. 4. Repeat - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 238
best, you should clean it several times a year. Close the output tray and front cover when you are not using the product to protect cable. 3. Disconnect any connected cables. 4. Remove all the paper. 5. Clean the scanner glass with a soft, lint-free cloth (microfiber is recommended ink may leak. 238 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 239
, then turn the product off again. 3. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the case with tape. Caution: Do not place tape on the white flat cable inside the product; otherwise, you may damage your product. 4. Lower the scanner unit. 5. Remove all the paper from the product. 6. Unplug the power cable - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 240
the rear paper feed slot cover and the output tray. Then lower the control panel. 9. Place the product in its original packing materials, if possible, or use equivalent materials with cushioning around the product. Keep the product level during transportation. Be sure to remove the tape from the ink - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 241
Memory Card Problems When to Uninstall Your Product Software Where to Get Help Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it's a good idea to check Epson's support website for free updates to your product software. You can select Download the Latest Software from the Home screen of this manual - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 242
until the ink pad is replaced. Contact Epson for support. (To resume printing, press the start button.) A printer's ink pad is at The ink pad is at the end of its service life. Turn off the product and contact the end of its service life. Epson for support. Contact Epson Support. Memory card or - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 243
is a problem with the network connection to your product. An error has occurred during firmware updating. Connect your product using a USB cable and try downloading the Firmware Update from Epson's support website. If you still need help, contact Epson for support. Note: The ink pads in the printer - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 244
on the results of the product check: • If the page prints and the nozzle check pattern is complete, the product is operating properly. Any operation problem you may have could be caused by your computer, cable, software, or selected 244 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 245
solutions in this manual. If they do not work, contact Epson. Parent topic: Solving Problems Related concepts When to Uninstall Your Product Software Print Head Cleaning Print Head Alignment Related references Where to Get Help Resetting Control Panel Defaults If you have a problem with settings on - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 246
product. Noise After Ink Installation Software Installation Problems Control Panel Setup Problems Parent topic: Solving Problems Noise After Ink Installation If you hear noises from your product after installing ink, check the following: • The first time you install ink cartridges, the product must - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 247
Contact your System Administrator. Parent topic: Solving Setup Problems Related concepts When to Uninstall Your Product Software Related references Windows System Requirements Mac System Requirements Control Panel Setup Problems If you have problems setting up the control panel, try these solutions - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 248
and any anti-virus software on your wireless router or access point. • Check to see if access restrictions, such as MAC address filtering, are instructions. • If you connected your product to a Windows computer using Wi-Fi Direct and it automatically selected Access Point Mode, you may have trouble - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 249
• If you have replaced your router, reinstall your product software to connect to the new router. Parent topic: Solving Network Problems Related concepts When to Uninstall Your Product Software Related tasks Resetting Control Panel Defaults Product Does Not Appear in Mac OS X Printer Window If your - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 250
does not assign IP addresses using DHCP, set the IP address manually. • Make sure your computer and product are both using the same software was installed correctly. If necessary, reinstall your software. Parent topic: Solving Network Problems Related concepts When to Uninstall Your Product Software - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 251
and photo correction features for enhancing scanned images, and provides an interface for TWAIN-compliant OCR scanning software, such as ABBYY FineReader. To download Epson Scan, visit Epson's driver download site (U.S. downloads or Canadian downloads). Parent topic: Solving Network Problems Solving - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 252
Paper Jam Problems in the Auto Duplexer Paper Ejection Problems Parent topic: Solving Problems Paper Feeding Problems If you have problems feeding paper, try these solutions: • If paper does not feed for printing, remove it from the rear feed slot or cassette. Reload it, then adjust the edge guides - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 253
any special loading instructions that came with the paper. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems Related references Paper Loading Capacity Paper Jam Problems Inside the Product Paper Jam Problems in the Paper Cassette Paper Jam Problems in the Auto Duplexer Paper Jam Problems Inside the Product - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 254
the printer. 4. Close the scanner unit. 5. Follow the prompts on the LCD screen to clear any error messages. If you still see a paper jam message, check the other paper jam solutions. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems Related references Paper Jam Problems in the Paper Cassette Paper Jam Problems - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 255
remove any jammed paper. 3. Make sure the paper you loaded is under the edge guides. 4. Keep paper jam message, check the other paper jam solutions. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems Related references Paper Jam Problems Inside the Product Paper Jam Problems in the Auto Duplexer Paper Jam Problems - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 256
3. Remove any jammed paper from the duplexer. 4. Open the duplexer and remove any jammed paper from inside it. 256 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 257
. If you still see a paper jam message, check the other paper jam solutions. Parent topic: Solving Paper Problems Related references Paper Jam Problems Inside the Product Paper Jam Problems in the Paper Cassette Paper Ejection Problems If you have problems with paper ejecting properly, try these - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 258
in Windows Taskbar Error After Cartridge Replacement Printing is Slow Parent topic: Solving Problems Nothing Prints software is installed correctly. • In Windows, make sure your product is selected as the default printer. • In Windows, clear any stalled print jobs from the Windows Spooler: • Windows - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 259
cutout in the product case.) Note: If the print head is not in the ink cartridge replacement position, follow the instructions on replacing an ink cartridge in this manual to move it. 2. Remove and reinsert the replaced ink cartridge, making sure to push it all the way into its slot. 3. Complete the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 260
your product software: • Make sure the paper type setting matches the type of paper you loaded. • Turn on any high speed settings in your product software. • Select a lower print quality setting. • Make sure the ink drying time has not been increased for double-sided printing. • Windows: Click the - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 261
in your printer software. (This option has different names, depending on your operating system version.) Note: Leave these options turned on when you print on Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper, if available for your product. Parent topic: Solving Page Layout and Content Problems Related tasks - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 262
program. • Make sure your paper is positioned correctly for feeding into the printer. You can use the preview option in your printer software to check your margins before you print. Parent topic: Solving Page Layout and Content Problems Related tasks Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows 262 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 263
solutions: • Make sure you are printing on a compatible borderless paper type and size. Note: Do not select a custom paper size for borderless prints. • Windows: Make sure you selected the Borderless setting in your printer software. • Mac OS X: Make sure you selected the Borderless checkbox or - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 264
Options - Windows Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X Slanted Printout If your printouts are slanted, try these solutions: • Slide the edge guides against the edges of the paper. • Select a higher print quality setting in your printer software. 264 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 265
matches the type of paper you loaded. • Make sure you loaded the printable side of the paper correctly for your product. • Turn off any high speed settings in your product software. • Align the print head. • You may need to replace the ink cartridges. Parent topic: Solving Print Quality Problems 265 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 266
Check Print Head Cleaning Print Head Alignment Related references Paper or Media Type Settings Printing Preferences - Mac OS X Related tasks Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows Related topics Loading Paper Replacing Ink Cartridges Blurry or Smeared Printout If your printouts are blurry - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 267
are clogged. Then clean the print head, if necessary. • The ink cartridges may be old or low on ink, and you may need to replace them. • Make sure the paper type setting matches the type of paper you loaded. • Make sure your paper is not damp, curled, old, or loaded incorrectly in your product - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 268
Loading Paper Replacing Ink Cartridges Grainy Printout If your printouts are grainy, try these solutions: • Make sure you loaded the printable side of the paper correctly for your product. • Select a higher print quality setting and turn off any high speed settings in your product software. • Run - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 269
in your printer software. • For best results, use genuine Epson ink and paper. Parent topic: Solving Print Quality Problems Related concepts Print Head Cleaning Print Head Alignment Related tasks Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows Selecting Basic - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 270
scanning software, such as ABBYY FineReader. To download Epson Scan, visit Epson's driver download site (U.S. downloads or Canadian downloads). Parent topic: Solving Scanning Problems Related concepts When to Uninstall Your Product Software Related references Windows System Requirements Mac System - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 271
and photo correction features for enhancing scanned images, and provides an interface for TWAIN-compliant OCR scanning software, such as ABBYY FineReader. To download Epson Scan, visit Epson's driver download site (U.S. downloads or Canadian downloads). Parent topic: Solving Scanning Problems - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 272
Epson Scan Black & White setting, adjust the Threshold setting and scan again. Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Related Paper towels are not recommended. Caution: Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the scanner glass. Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 273
warped. This may prevent the original from laying flat on the scanner glass. • Do not move your original or your product during Problems Related topics Selecting Epson Scan Settings Image Colors are Patchy at the Edges If you are scanning a thick or warped original, cover its edges with paper - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 274
paper on the back of the original and scan it again. Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems Ripple Patterns Appear in an Image You may see a ripple pattern (called a moiré) in scanned images of printed documents. This is caused by interference from differing pitches in the scanner - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 275
Scanner Glass Solving Memory Card Problems Check these solutions if you have problems using memory cards with your product. Memory Card Does Not Fit Into a Slot Cannot View or Print Photos from a Memory Card Cannot Transfer Photos To or From a Memory Card Parent topic: Solving Problems Memory Card - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 276
number of photos. Parent topic: Solving Memory Card Problems Related references Memory Card Types Memory Card File Specifications Related tasks Inserting a Memory Card Cannot Transfer Photos To or From a Memory Card If you have problems transferring photos to or from a memory card inserted in - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 277
topics Transferring Photos on a Memory Card When to Uninstall Your Product Software If you have a problem that requires you to uninstall and re-install your software, follow the instructions for your operating system. Uninstalling Product Software - Windows Uninstalling Product Software - Mac OS - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 278
solve a problem, contact Epson. Parent topic: When to Uninstall Your Product Software Uninstalling Product Software - Mac OS X In most cases, you do not need to uninstall your product software before re-installing it. However, you can download the Uninstaller utility from the Epson support website - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 279
contact Epson for technical support services, use the following support options. Internet Support Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 280
for proper disposal. Windows System Requirements Mac System Requirements Printing Specifications Scanning Specifications Paper Specifications Printable Area Specifications Ink Cartridge Specifications Memory Card Specifications Dimension Specifications Electrical Specifications Environmental - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 281
: • Mac OS X 10.5.8 • Mac OS X 10.6.x • Mac OS X 10.7.x • Mac OS X 10.8.x Note: Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for the latest in compatibility and drivers for your product. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Printing Specifications Paper - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 282
56160 pixels at 4800 dpi Maximum: 8.5 × 11.7 inches (216 × 297 mm) Scanner glass: US letter or A4 4800 dpi (main scan) 4800 dpi (sub scan) 50 paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, Epson cannot guarantee the quality of any non-Epson brand or type of paper. Always test a sample of paper - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 283
Letter (5.5 × 8.5 inches [140 × 279 mm]) 11 × 14 inches (279 × 356 mm) 11 × 17 inches (279 × 432 mm) A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm]) Plain paper and paper distributed by Epson 0.003 inch (0.08 mm) to 0.004 inch (0.11 mm) 17 lb (64 g/m2) to 24 lb (90 g/m2) Envelopes Size - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 284
Single sheets 1 Top: 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) minimum 2 Left: 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) minimum 3 Right: 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) minimum 4 Bottom: 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) minimum Envelopes 284 - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 285
in the clear plastic areas of discs to prevent staining the disc or CD/DVD tray with ink. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Ink Cartridge Specifications Note: We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 286
at 104 ºF (40 ºC) Ink freezes at 3.2 ºF (-16 ºC) Ink thaws and is usable after 3 hours at 77 ºF (25 ºC) Note: For best printing results, use up a cartridge within 6 months of opening the package. Parent topic: Technical Specifications Memory Card Specifications Note: Cards marked with an asterisk - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 287
Micro* MagicGate Memory Stick Duo SDXC SDHC SD miniSDHC* miniSD* microSDXC* microSDHC* microSD* DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) version 1.0 or 2.0 compliant 3.3 V Maximum current for CompactFlash and Microdrive: 500 mA Parent topic: Technical Specifications Dimension Specifications Height - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 288
Depth Weight (approx. weight without ink cartridges, power cord, and CD/DVD tray) Stored: 14.0 inches (356 mm) Printing: 26.3 inches (668 mm) 19.4 lb (8.8 kg) Parent topic: Technical Specifications Electrical Specifications Power supply rating Input voltage range - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 289
. External storage devices that are powered via USB are not recommended. Epson cannot guarantee the operation of externally connected devices. CD-ROM/CD-R capacity CD-RW is not supported 4.7GB maximum capacity DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, and Blu-ray Disc are not supported 1.3GB 2TB Formatted in FAT - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 290
Communication mode WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES); complies with WPA2 with support for WPA/WPA2 Personal WEP (64/128 bit) 2.4 GHz product conforms to Part 15 of FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the IC Rules. Epson cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non- - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 291
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 292
Software Notice Trademarks Copyright Notice Important Safety Instructions Before using your Epson product, read and follow these safety instructions. General Product Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions LCD Screen Safety Instructions the same circuit as a photo copier or air control - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 293
document cover. • Leave enough space in front of the product for the paper to be fully ejected. • Avoid locations that are subject to rapid changes on the document table when placing originals. • Do not open the scanner section while the product is copying, printing, scanning, or performing any - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 294
leak. Parent topic: Important Safety Instructions Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink. • Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges; there may be ink remaining around the ink supply port. If ink gets on your skin, wash it - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 295
Epson. 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 Safety Instructions FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 296
not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. For Canadian Users CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) Parent topic: Notices Software Notice 1. This printer product includes open source software programs listed in Section 6) according to the license terms - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 297
"Bonjour " which applies the terms and conditions provided by owner of the copyright to the "Bonjour ". Net-SNMP license This printer product includes the open source software program "Net-SNMP" which applies the terms and conditions provided by owner of the copyright to the "Net-SNMP". OpenSSL - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 298
logomark; and Epson ConnectTM, Epson iPrintTM, and Remote PrintTM are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson StoreSM is a service mark of Epson America, Inc. Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Mac, and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. AirPrint is - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 299
with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from as Epson approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation. This information is subject to change without notice. libTIFF Software Acknowledgment - Epson XP-950 | User Manual - Page 300
and Silicon Graphics. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS-IS" AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING OR PERFORMANCE OF THIS SOFTWARE. Parent topic: Copyright Notice A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials Epson encourages each user to be responsible
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XP-950 User's Guide