Epson CX6600 - Stylus Photo Printer User manual

ALL-IN-ONE
STYLUS
QuickGuide
Copying,Printing,
and Scanning Without a Computer
Maintaining Four CX6600
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Contents
Using Your Stylus CX6600 .............................. 5
Using the Security Lock ..................................... 6
Loading Paper ......................................... 9
Loading Single Sheets ....................................... 9
Using Special Papers ....................................... 11
Copying .............................................. 13
Copying Without a Computer ................................ 13
Changing Copy Settings .................................... 14
Using Memory Cards .................................. 19
Compatible Memory Cards .................................. 19
Inserting a Memory Card ................................... 20
Using Your CX6600 as a Card Reader ........................... 21
Printing from a Card ................................... 23
Printing an Index Form ..................................... 23
Selecting Photos to Print .................................... 24
Printing with DPOF ....................................... 26
Choosing Print Settings ..................................... 27
Scanning to a Card .................................... 29
Placing Your Original Document .............................. 29
Scanning to a Card ........................................ 30
Maintaining Your CX6600 .............................. 31
Cleaning the Print Head .................................... 31
Replacing Ink Cartridges .................................... 33
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Solving Problems ..................................... 37
Problems and Solutions ..................................... 37
Where To Get Help ....................................... 39
Notices ............................................... 41
Important Safety Instructions ................................. 41
FCC Compliance Statement ................................. 43
Declaration of Conformity .................................. 44
ENERGYSTAR Compliance .................................. 45
Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty .......................... 45
4Contents

Using Your Stylus CX6600
You can use your Epson Stylus ®CX6600 to make color or black-and-white copies
without turning on your computer. All you have to do is place your original on the
scanner glass and press a button.
You can also print photos directly from your digital camera's memory card--just
insert the card, select the settings you want to use, and print. You don't have to be
connected to a computer. Your CX6600 lets you share images in other ways, too--
by scanning to a memory card, or by copying images to and from your computer.
To set up your CX6600 and install its software, see the Start Here sheet.
For instructions on printing and scanning from your computer, see your on-screen
Reference Guide. An icon for the CX6600 Reference Guide is automatically placed
on your desktop when you install the software.
Please follow these guidelines throughout:
Warning:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Caution:
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note:
Notes contain important information about your CX6600.
Tip:
Tips contain hints for better copying, scanning, and printing.
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Using the Security Lock
If you want to prevent unauthorized use of your CX6600, you can activate its
security lock feature. The security lock requires you to enter a PIN (Personal
Identification Number) whenever you turn on the CX6600. If you forget your
PIN code, you can still regain access to your CX6600 (see page 8).
To enable the security lock, you must first run the Security Lock program on a
computer connected to the CX6600. To set up your CX6600 and install its
software, see the Start Here sheet.
Follow these steps to activate the security lock:
1. Press the O On button to turn on your CX6600.
2. Insert your Stylus CX6600 software CD-ROM.
3. Windows: If you see the Software Installation screen, click Exit. Open the
Secu ritykockTool folder on your software CD-ROM, then double-click the
EPILOCE4 icon.
.
.
Macintosh: The Epson folder automatically opens (if it doesn't, double-click
the Epson CD-ROM icon). Then double-click the Security lock icon.
Note:
You can also copy the program to your system by dragging its icon from the
CD-ROM onto your hard drive.
You see a screen like this one:
Make sure Security Lock On
is selected, then click OK.
At the confirmation screen,
click OK again, then click
Cancel to close the program.
You have now enabled the
Security Lock menu on the
CX6600.
To turn oft the Security, Lock leature, select Security
Lock Feature Off and then click OK.
_" Security Lock On
Security Loci< Off
Canoe_[........
6 Using Your Stylus CX6600

.On the control panel, press the Setup button, then use the </I_ Select
buttons to display Security Lock on the LCD screen.
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Press
Setup... Then press these buttons to display Security Lock on the screen
7. Press the ¢, Color button.
8. Press the green button next to On (shown on the LCD screen).
9. Enter your 4-digit PIN code. Be sure to write down the number so you don't
forget it.
10. Press the green button next to OK on the LCD screen.
11. Turn off'your CX6600. It is now locked.
When you turn the CX6600 back on, it prompts you to enter your PIN code. You
cannot use it without entering your PIN.
Turning Off the Security Lock
If you want to turn the security lock off"(so that the CX6600 doesn't prompt you
to enter your PIN code each time you turn it on), follow these steps:
1. On the control panel, press the Setup button, then use the <11_ Select
buttons to display Security Lock on the LCD screen.
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Press
Setup... Then press these buttons to display Security Lock on the screen
2. Press the _ Color button.
Using the Security Lock 7

3. Press the green button next to Off (shown on the LCD screen).
4. Enter your 4-digit PIN code.
5. Press the green button next to OK on the LCD screen. The security feature is
now turned off.
If you forget your PIN code, you can regain access to the CX6600 by running the
security lock program from your computer:
1. Insert your Stylus CX6600 software CD-ROM.
2. Windows: If you see the Software Installation screen, click Exit. Open the
Secu ritykockTool folder on your software CD-ROM, then double-click the
EPILOCE4 icon.
.
Macintosh: The Epson folder automatically opens (if it doesn't, double-click
the Epson CD-ROM icon). Then double-click the Security Lock icon.
Note:
You can also copy the program to your system by dragging its icon from the
CD-ROM onto your hard drive.
When you see a screen like
this one, select Security Lock
Off and click OK.
At the confirmation screen,
click OK again, then click
Cancel to close the program.
This deactivates the security
lock feature so that the
Security Lock menu on the
CX6600 no longer appears.
You now have full access to
the CX6600.
To turn oil the Security Lock feature, select Security
Lock Feature Off and then click OK.,
'° Security Loci< On
"; Security Lock Off
8 Using Your Stylus CX6600

Loading Paper
Follow the guidelines in these sections to load paper in your CX6600 and select
compatible Epson papers for high-quality results.
• '_Loading Single Sheets" below
• '_Using Special Papers" on page 11
Loading Single Sheets
1. Pull out the output tray and its extension.
2. Flip the feeder guard forward.
Feeder guard
.Insert your paper against the right edge of the sheet feeder.
Note:
Do not placethe paperinfront of the feeder guard.
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.Slide the left edge guide against the paper (but not too tightly).
Insert paper against
the right edge
Do not place paper in
of the feeder guard
Slide the guide
against the paper,
but not too tightly
When loading paper, also be sure to:
• Load the printable side face-up. It's often whiter or brighter.
• Load letterhead or preprinted paper top-edge first.
• If the paper has a cut corner, position it in the upper-right corner as you load
it in the sheet feeder.
• Load paper short-edge first, even for landscape-oriented documents and
photos.
• Check the paper package for additional instructions on using special papers.
• Load paper no higher than the arrow on the left edge guide.
10 Loading Paper

Using Special Papers
Epson a°offers the following special ink jet papers for the Stylus CX6600.
Note:
Some paperscan only be usedwhen printing from your computer.
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Paper name* .Size Part number
Epson Premium Bright White Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) S041586
Paper
Epson Photo Paper or
Epson Glossy Photo Paper
Epson Matte Paper
Heavyweight
Epson Double-Sided Matte
Paper
Epson Premium Semigloss
Photo Paper
Epson Ink Jet Transparencies
Epson DURABrite ® Ink
Glossy Photo Paper
4 x 6 inches
Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)
A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches)
Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)
8 x 10 inches
Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)
S041134/S041671
S041141/S041649
S041271/S041272
S041140
S041257
S041467
S041568
Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) S041331
Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)
Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)
4 x 6 inches
Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)
PremierArt TM Matte
Scrapbook Paper for Epson
_ The availability of paper types varies by location.
S041064
S041731
S041734
SCRIO02
To order Epson ink cartridges and paper, contact your dealer or call the
Epson Store sMat [phone] or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only).
In Canada, please call [phone] for dealer referral.
Using Special Papers 11

To load Epson special ink jet papers, follow these guidelines:
Papertype Loading capacity
Premium Bright White Paper 125 Sheets
Glossy Photo Paper or Photo 20 sheets
Paper
Matte Paper Heavyweight 20 sheets with a support sheet beneath the
stack
Double-Sided Matte Paper 1 sheet
Premium Semigloss Photo Paper 1 sheet
Ink Jet Transparencies 30 sheets with a sheet of plain paper beneath
the stack
DURABrite Ink Glossy Photo 20 sheets
Paper
PremierArt Matte Scrapbook 1 sheet
Paper for Epson
12 Loading Paper

Copying
Follow the instructions in these sections to use your CX6600 as a stand-alone copy
machine.
• '_Copying Without a Computer" below
• '_Changing Copy Settings" on page 14
Copying Without a Computer
.
2.
Open the scanner lid.
Place your document face-down on the glass, in the upper-left corner. Move
your document about 118 inch from the top and side edge so your entire
document is scanned.
Move the document
about 1/8 inch from the
edges to avoid cropping
Note:
If you place your document against the guides, the edges next to the guides won't
be copied.
If you need to copy a thick document, such as a book, you can remove the scanner
lid. Gently press down the original to keep it flat on the document table. Be sure to
replace the scanner lid when you're finished.
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4.
5.
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Close the scanner lid.
Press the Copy button to enter Copy Mode.
The default copy settings are displayed on the LCD screen. Change any
necessary copy settings, as described in "Changing Copy Settings" below.
Press the _>Color button (to make color copies) or the _>B&W button (to
make black-and-white copies). Your document is scanned then printed. If
you're using the 2-up or 4-up Copy Layout setting (see "Copy Layout" on
page 17), follow the instructions on the LCD screen to scan additional sheets.
Caution:
Never open the scanner while scanning or copying, or you could damage the
CX6600.
Changing Copy Settings
The current copy settings are shown on the LCD screen. You can change the
settings as described below.
Copy Mode button Paper type Reduce/enlarge Number of copies
Select OK Clear
Print quality Menu selection buttons Paper size
Note:
You can save the current copy settings (except for the number of copies) by pressing
the Save button for 3 seconds until you see the message "Stored" on the screen. To
recall these settings, press and hold the Recall button for 3 seconds.
If you want to clear the current copy settings and return the CX6600 to its default
settings, press and hold the Reset button for 3 seconds.
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Number of Copies
Use the number keypad to select the number of copies you want to print (up to
99). If you're using the 2-up or 4-up Copy mode setting (see "Copy Layout" on
page 17), you can't select more than one copy.
Paper Type
If you have loaded special paper, use this
button to select one of the paper type settings
listed below:
Papertype
If you have loaded this kind of paper.,, Select this setting.:,
Plain paper Plain
Epson Premium Bright White Paper
Epson Matte Paper Heavyweight Matte
PremierArt Matte Scrapbook Paper for Epson
Epson Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Glossy Photo Paper
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper
Epson DURABrite Ink Glossy Photo Paper DB Photo
Note:
Always select the paper type first, because it determines the available print quality and
paper size settings.
Print Quafity
Use this button to select one of these print
quality settings:
Draft for making copies quickly when
image quality is not important
Text for copying text and line art
.................
Print quality
Image for copies that include color or black-and-white images
• Best for the highest-quality copies
Changing Copy Settings 15

Paper Size
Use this button to select the size of paper
you've loaded. Choose one of these sizes: A4,
LTR (letter), 4 x 6, 5 x 7, or 8 x 10.
Note: Papersize
If you're printing 4 x 6 photos, do not use paper with micro perforated edges. Instead,
select one of the papers listed on page 11.
Reduce or Enlarge
Use this button to reduce or enlarge the size of
your copied image. You can select from these
settings:
Reduce/enlarge
Actual
Auto Fit Page
Letter _ 4 x 6
4 x 6 -_ Letter
Letter -_ 5 x 7
5 x 7 -_ Letter
A4 -_ Letter
Letter -_ A4
Prints the image at its original size
Reduces or enlarges the image, as needed, to fit the
selected paper size
Converts the original document size to the finished
copy size
To reduce or enlarge by a specific percentage, see "Manual Zoom" on page 18.
Note:
If you select Auto Fit Page to copy a document with white or very light colored edges,
the original size may not be recognized correctly, creating an incorrect copy size. If this
occurs, use the manual zoom to adjust the size of your copy (see page 18).
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Copy Layout
If you want to make copies with a special layout (for example, borderless copies or
several copies on one sheet), use the Copy Layout menu.
To select a special layout:
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Press the green button next to the LCD screen until you see Copy Layout
displayed, then press OK.
3. Continue pressing the green button next to the LCD screen until you see the
desired layout setting, then press OK.
Here are the layout settings you can choose from:
Standard
Copies your original with a normal
margin (0.12 inch or 3 mm)
BorderFree TM
Sizes your original as necessary to fit
to the edges of4x6, Sx7, orSxl0
paper _-
Min Margins
Copies your original with a 0.06-inch
(1.5 mm) border around the edges _
Repeat
Prints an image multiple times on one
sheet; select 4, 9, or 16 images per
sheet, or Auto to print your image as
many times as it will fit (prints full-size;
works best with small images)
Roster
Prints the original image on separate
sheets (4, 9, or 16) that you can paste
together to make a large poster
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2-up
Copies two originals onto one sheet
4-up
Copies four originals onto one sheet
Wallet Photo
Prints nine wallet-size copies of the
photo on the page.
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If print quality declines at the bottom of the page, use the Standard layout setting.
Copy Density
To make your copies lighter or darker, use the Copy Density menu:
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Press the green button next to the LCD screen until you see Copy Density
displayed, then press OK.
3. Press the green buttons (next to - and +) to lighten or darken your copies, then
press OK.
Manual Zoom
You can manually adjust the size of your copies from 25% to 400%:
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Press the green button next to the LCD screen until you see Optional Zoom
displayed, then press OK.
3. Use the number keypad to enter the size percentage, then press OK.
18 Copying

Using Memory Cards
These sections tell you what kind of memory cards you can use with your
CX6600, and how to insert them.
• "Compatible Memory Cards" below
• "Inserting a Memory Card" on page 20
• "Using Your CX6600 as a Card Reader" on page 21
See also "Printing from a Card" on page 23 and "Scanning to a Card" on page 30.
Compatible Memory Cards
You can use the following types of cards with your CX6600:
Memory Stick®
MagicGate Memory Stick
Memory Stick PRO
SD Card
MultiMediaCard
Memory Stick Duo (adapter required)
miniSD Card (adapter required)
B SmartMedia TM
xD-Picture Card
C CompactFlash TM
Microdrive TM
SlotA Slot B
Memory card
light
Slot C
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Inserting a Memory Card
1. Make sure the CX6600 is turned on.
.If you will be printing from or scanning to the card, make sure your CX6600
is not connected to your computer (or your computer is turned off').
If you want to copy images between the card and your computer, leave the
computer connected. Any images stored on the card will be automatically
copied to your computer once you insert the card (see page 21).
3. Open the memory card cover.
.Make sure the memory card light (next to the memory card slots) is not
flashing and that no cards are in any of the slots. Then insert a card into the
correct slot, as shown on page 19.
Note:
Do not insert more than one card at a time, or you may not be able to tell which
card your images are being read from.
After the CX6600 reads the card, if it finds any images saved in a compatible
format (see note below), you see the following screen:
5. Press the button next to OK (shown on the LCD screen).
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