Epson WF-C20590 Series User guide

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Basic Guide
WorkForce Enterprise
Explains the basic contents of this product,
preparing the software, and connecting with a computer.

2Contents
Important information
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notice.
 e specications and appearance of this product may
vary in the future without prior notice for product
improvement.
 If you have any questions, nd any mistakes, or missing
descriptions in the manuals, contact Epson support.
 Epson cannot assume responsibility for any damage
caused as a result of operations performed in this manual.
 Epson cannot assume responsibility for any damage
caused by not following the instructions in the manual,
or for any damage caused by repairs or modications
performed by third parties other than Epson or a certied
Epson engineer.
Contents
Contents
About this Manual................................................ 3
Part Names and Functions.................................. 4
Front/Right side......................................................................4
Front/Le side.........................................................................4
Back/Right side .......................................................................5
When Optional Extras are Installed ......................................5
Turning the Power On/O................................... 6
Turning the Power On............................................................6
Turning the Power O............................................................6
Control Panel......................................................... 7
Control Panel Part Names......................................................7
Touch Screen Operations .......................................................7
Home Screen ...........................................................................8
Menu Screen............................................................................9
Preparing Software/Connecting to a
Computer ............................................................. 10

3
About this Manual
About this Manual
Introduction to the Manuals
e following manuals are provided with the product.
 Important Safety Instructions (paper manual)
Provides instructions to ensure the safe use of this
product. Read the instructions before using the product.
 Basic Guide (this manual)
Explains the basic contents of this product, preparing the
soware, and connecting with a computer.
 User's Guide (digital manual)
Provides information for general use of the printer,
maintenance, solving problems, and product
specications.
 Administrator's Guide (digital manual)
Provides network administrators with information on
management and printer settings.
e latest manuals and useful information in each language
are available from the site.
http://epson.sn/
 Paper manual
Visit the Epson Europe support website at
http://www.epson.eu/Support, or the Epson worldwide
support website at http://support.epson.net/.
 Digital manual
Start EPSON Soware Updater on your computer. EPSON
Soware Updater checks for available updates for Epson
soware applications and digital manuals, and allows you
to download the latest versions.
See the User's Guide for EPSON Soware Updater.
Marks and Symbols
! Caution:
Instructions that must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
c Important:
Instructions that must be observed to avoid damage to your
equipment.
Note:
Provides additional and reference information.
& Related Information
Links to related sections.
Descriptions Used in this Manual
 Screenshots may vary depending on your computer's
environment (such as OS or settings).
 Screens and procedures that appear in this manual are
from Windows 10 or OS X El Capitan unless otherwise
specied.
 Screens and menu items on the control panel may vary
depending on the settings and situations.
Operating System References
Windows
In this manual, terms such as "Windows 10", "Windows 8.1",
"Windows 8", "Windows 7", "Windows Vista","Windows
XP", "Windows Server 2016", "Windows Server 2012 R2",
"Windows Server 2012", "Windows Server 2008 R2",
"Windows Server2008", "Windows Server 2003 R2", and
"Windows Server 2003" refer to the following operating
systems. Additionally, "Windows" is used to refer to all
versions.
 Microso® Windows® 10 operating system
 Microso® Windows® 8.1 operating system
 Microso® Windows® 8 operating system
 Microso® Windows® 7 operating system
 Microso® Windows Vista® operating system
 Microso® Windows® XP operating system
 Microso® Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition
operating system
 Microso® Windows Server® 2016 operating system
 Microso® Windows Server® 2012 R2 operating system
 Microso® Windows Server® 2012 operating system
 Microso® Windows Server® 2008 R2 operating system
 Microso® Windows Server® 2008 operating system
 Microso® Windows Server® 2003 R2 operating system
 Microso® Windows Server® 2003 operating system
Mac OS
In this manual, "Mac OS" is used to refer to macOS Sierra,
OS X El Capitan, OS X Yosemite, OS X Mavericks, OS X
Mountain Lion, Mac OS X v10.7.x, and Mac OS X v10.6.8.

4Part Names and Functions
Part Names and
Functions
Front/Right side
7
2 31
4
5
6
10
9
8
11
1
Control panel
Allows you to make settings and perform operations
on the printer. Also displays the printer’s status.
&“Control Panel” on page 7
2
ADF cover F
Open when paper is jammed in the ADF (Automatic
Document Feeder).
3ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)
Device that automatically loads documents.
4Face down tray
Holds the print outs.
5
MP tray
Loads the paper. You can load all types of paper (thick
paper and envelopes) that can be used in this printer.
See the User's Guide for details.
6Cover J
Open when paper is jammed.
7Cover E
Open when paper is jammed.
8
Paper cassette 1,2,3,4 (C1,C2,C3,C4)
Loads the paper. See the User's Guide for the types of
paper that can be loaded in the printer.
9
Front cover L
Open when paper is jammed or when replacing the
maintenance box.
10 Ink cartridge cover A
Open when replacing the ink cartridge.
11 External interface USB port
Connects memory devices.
Front/Left side
1
4
5
3
2
1Scanner glass
Place the document face-down on the scanner glass.
2
Cleaner
This is a service part for cleaning the inside of the
printer. (It can also be used as a substitute for a soft
cloth when wiping the scanner glass surface.)
3
Maintenance box cover H
Open when replacing the maintenance box. You need
to open front cover L rst.
4Face up tray
Holds the print outs.
5Duplexing unit D1
Open when paper is jammed.

5
Turning the Power On/O
Back/Right side
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
USB port
Connects a USB cable. Make sure that you check the
direction on the label stuck to the printer, and then
connect in the right direction.
2LAN port
Connects a LAN cable.
3EXT. port
Connects external phone devices.
4LINE port
Connects a phone line.
5AC inlet
Connects the power cord.
6
Circuit breaker
If a short-circuit occurs within the printer, the power
supply circuit shuts o automatically. This only needs
to be operated during periodic inspections.
Some printers do not have circuit breakers.
When Optional Extras are
Installed
1
2 3 4 5
1Finisher Unit
Outputs sorted or stapled documents.
2Finisher tray
Holds sorted or stapled documents.
3Output tray
Holds received faxes.
4Finisher Bridge Unit
Connects the main unit and the nisher.
5
High Capacity Tray
Loads the paper. See the User's Guide for the types of
paper that can be loaded in the printer.

6Turning the Power On/O
Turning the Power
On/O
Turning the Power On
Press the power button on the control panel to turn on the
power. Hold down the power button until the LCD screen
is displayed. e Home screen is displayed when startup is
complete.
Note:
Make sure that the circuit breaker is on before turning on the
power.
Turning the Power O
Press the power button, and then follow the on-screen
instructions to turn o the power.
c Important:
 Do not unplug the power cord directly or turn o the power
using the circuit breaker.
 When unplugging the power cord, wait until the power light is
o and the control panel has disappeared.

7
Control Panel
Control Panel
Control Panel Part Names
1
5 6 7 8 9
3 4
2
1Power Button
2Returns you to the Home screen.
3
Touch Screen
Displays setting items and messages.
When no operations are performed for a specic
length of time (the default setting is one minute), the
printer enters sleep mode and the display turns o. Tap
anywhere on the touch screen to turn on the display.
&“Touch Screen Operations”on page 7
4Print or scan by holding devices such as smartphones
and tablets that support NFC over this tag.
5Paper clip holder
6
Power Light
Flashes or turns on after turning on the printer. Turns
o when the printer turns o.
7
Fax reception Light
Turns on when documents have not yet been
processed.
8Error Light
Turns on or ashes when an error occurs.
9
Data Light
Flashes when the printer is processing data, and turns
on when there are jobs in the queue.
Touch Screen Operations
You can perform the following operations on the touch
screen.
Tap Start or select the items or
icons on the screen.
Flick Scroll the screen swiftly (up/
down/right/left).
Slide Hold to scroll (up/down/right/
left).

8Control Panel
Home Screen
Key features on the Home screen.
4
3
2
1
1Title
Displays the current screen.
2
Displays information on each item. Grayed out items
are not available.
Displays the Printer Status.
Displays the network connection status.
Tap to display the Information screen for
Network Connection.
Displays the Volume Settings screen.
Enters the printer into sleep mode.
Displays the Help screen (operating
methods and Troubleshooting).
Displays the log in screen. Tap it again to
log out. For details, contact your printer
administrator.
3
Menu selection Screen. Tap to display each Menu
Screen.
You can also change the position and order of the
menu icons.
4
Displays information on jobs and the printer’s status.
The contents of the display changes depending on the
printer’s status.
Displays the number of faxes that have not yet been
processed. Tap to display the Fax list.
Job Status
Displays the number of running or queued jobs.
Tap to pause the current print job and interrupt an
another job to print.
Tap to set the paper type and paper size for the paper
cassettes and MP tray.
Interrupted information/Error information/
Job Name/ Unread Fax
Displays the printer’s status such as the Interrupt status,
Error status, current job, and unprocessed faxes.
Stop Button
Tap to pause the current job.
Clock
Displays the current time when there is no specic
printer status to display.

9
Control Panel
Menu Screen
General layout of typical menu screens.
1
23
1Tap to switch the tab. The content of each tab diers
depending on each menu.
2Displays the content of each tab. Tap on each item to
change the setting.
3
Displays common operation buttons.
 Preset: Tap to display the preset list. Select a preset
or save the current settings as a preset.
 Reset: Tap to cancel changes you have made and
return to the original settings.
 Preview: Tap to conrm the scanned image on the
screen before copying or sending a fax.
 Start: Tap to execute Copy/Scan/Fax jobs.

10 Preparing Software/Connecting to a Computer
Preparing Software/
Connecting to a Computer
Windows
A
B
Insert the CD, and then select A or B.
Note:
If a rewall alert is displayed, allow access for Epson
applications.
No CD/DVD drive
Mac OS
Visit the website to start the setup process, install soware,
and congure network settings.
iOS/Android
Visit the website to start the setup process, install soware,
and congure network settings.
Epson Connect
Using your mobile device, you can print from any location
worldwide to your Epson Connect compatible printer. Visit
the website for more information.
https://www.epsonconnect.com/

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