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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size cover-2 03-03-97 DR, pass 0 Where to Find Information This User’s Guide Provides you with information on using your EPSON Stylus COLOR 300 and consumable products, from setting up to troubleshooting. Online Help Provides you with detailed information and instructions on the Windows printer software that controls your printer. Online help will be automatically installed when you install the printer software. See Chapter 3 for information on accessing online he
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide Proof Sign-off: Ohtera _______ Rev.c R Nomoto _______ A5 size Front Grady _______ 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 F-R01 Color Ink Jet Printer All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORP. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer. EPS
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Front 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392 Japan Representative: EPSON EUROPE B.V. Address: Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Amstelveen The Netherlands Declares that the Product: Product Name: Ink Jet Printer Type Name: EPSON Stylus COLOR 300 Model: P870C Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s): Directive
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide Rev.c R A5 size Front 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 Contents Safety Information Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1 A few precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2 ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4 For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . .
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Front 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 Starting to Print Chapter 3 Loading Plain Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Accessing the Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 From Windows applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 From Windows 95 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 From Windows 3.1 . . . . . . . . .
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide Rev.c R A5 size Front 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 Troubleshooting Chapter 6 Diagnosing the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Error indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Printer operation check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Power supply . . . . . . . .
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Front 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 vi
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide Proof Sign-off: Ohtera _______ Rev.c R Nomoto _______ A5 size Introduction Grady _______ 02-27-97 DR, pass 0 Safety Information Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. ❑ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source. ❑ Place the printer on a flat surface. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Introduction 02-27-97 DR, pass 0 ❑ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the printer; if the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. ❑ If you plan to use the printer i
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide Rev.c R A5 size Introduction 02-27-97 DR, pass 0 ❑ Do not dismantle ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could result in damage to the print head. ❑ Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the ink cartridge clamp or remove the cartridge except to replace it with a new one. The cartridge may become unusable otherwise. ❑ Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time before use may result
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Introduction 02-27-97 DR, pass 0 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, and copiers in an effort to reduce air pollution ca
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide Rev.c R A5 size Introduction 02-27-97 DR, pass 0 If you have to fit a plug: As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug, please proceed as follows: The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the Earth symbol ( G ). The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N. The brown wire must be connected
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Introduction 02-27-97 DR, pass 0 6 Safety Information
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide Proof Sign-off: R Ohtera _______ Rev.c Nomoto _______ A5 size Chapter 1 Grady _______ 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 Chapter 1 1 Getting to Know Your Printer Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Options and Consumable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Getting to Know Your Printer 1-1
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions paper thickness paper support lever edge guides power switch 01 control panel left edge guide lock lever printer cover sheet feeder paper out cleaning ink out light button load/eject power light button light 02 ink cartridge clamp adjust lever 1-2 Getting to Know Your Printer
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide R Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 Buttons 1 Button Function Loads or ejects paper if pressed and released E within 2 seconds. Load/Eject Resumes printing if pressed after a paper out error. Moves the print head to the ink cartridge T replacement position if pressed for 3 seconds Cleaning while the V ink out light is flashing or on. Returns the print head to its home position after ink cartridge replacement. Performs print head cleaning if pressed for 3
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 System Requirements ® ® To use your printer with a PC, you need Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows for Workgroups, or Windows 95; and a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable. The following tables show the system requirements for using just the essential software, printer driver and utilities, and also for using EPSON Answers, the multi-media guide to your printer and color printing. Essential printer software To install and use the
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide R Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 ❑ VGA, Super VGA, or better display adaptor and color monitor 1 ❑ 640 x 480 screen resolution (800 x 600 recommended) ❑ Double-speed CD-ROM drive (Quad-speed or faster recommended) To run EPSON Answers, see your CD-ROM booklet. Your computer dealer can help you update your system if it does not meet these requirements. Options and Consumable Products Interface cables EPSON supplies several types of interface cables. You can use
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Hudson++ Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 03-04-97 DR, pass 0 EPSON special media Paper specifically designed for ink jet printers will meet most high-quality printing needs. EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (A4) S041025 S041059 EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (Letter) S041060 EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (A4) S041026 S041061 EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (Letter) S041062 EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (Legal) S041067 EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Card (A6) S041054 EPSON Photo Quality Glos
