Epson IP-100 Manual

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Color Ink Jet Printer
Setup and Direct Printing Guide

Setup and Direct Printing Guide
Color Ink Jet Printer
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Copyright © 2001 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.

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Contents
Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
A Few Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
When using the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
When handling the ink cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
When choosing a place for the printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Printer Parts and Functions
Chapter 1 Setting Up Your Printer
Direct Printing or Printing with a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Attaching the Paper Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Plugging in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Installing the Ink Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Chapter 2 Direct Printing Introduction
What You Can Do with This Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Available Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Plain paper (A4, A6, 4 x 6 inch). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
EPSON special media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Print area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Making Settings on the Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Selecting the Input Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12

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Chapter 3 Printing Photo Directly with PC Cards
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Loading A4 paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Loading A6 paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Loading EPSON Photo Paper (4 x 6 inch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Loading PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
Loadable storage media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Loading PC cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Ejecting PC cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Printing All Photographs on the PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13
Printing Index Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16
Printing Selected Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-18
Printing a Selected Range of Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20
Changing the Internal Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-22
Restoring the Internal settings to default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Chapter 4 Using Filters and Frames
Printing Photos with Special Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Printing Photos with Frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
Printing a list of frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Chapter 5 Maintenance and Transportation
Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Checking the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
Aligning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
Cleaning the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
Transporting the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-13
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
Unable to Print Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5

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Check that power is ON. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Unable to start printing or make settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Printing stops halfway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
The Frame mode cannot be set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Unable to print parts of a photograph. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Unable to print the selected photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
When Print Quality Declines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-6
Check if the print head is clogged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Check if the printer prints satisfactorily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Check that the adjust lever is properly set . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Check if the ink has run out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9
Chapter 7 For Use with a Computer
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2
For PCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
For Macintosh computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Using the Printer with a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-4
Connecting the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Installing the printer software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
Using the Printer with a Macintosh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-7
Connecting the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Installing the printer software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Selecting your printer in the Chooser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12
Printing Your First Page for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-15
Printing Your First Page for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17
Appendix A Options and Consumable Products
Interface cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
Ink cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
EPSON special media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

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Index

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Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also be
sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the
printer.
❏Do not block or cover the openings in the printer cabinet.
❏Do not insert objects through the slots. Take care not to spill
liquid on the printer.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer
label.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.
Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air
control systems that regularly switch on and off.
❏Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or
automatic timers.
❏Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources
of electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the
base units of cordless telephones.
❏Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the
total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension
cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make
sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the
wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere rating.
❏Do not attempt to service the printer yourself.

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❏Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the
printer; the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged;
the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct
change in performance.
❏If you plan to use the printer in Germany, observe the
following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-
current protection for this printer, the building installation
must be protected by a 16 Amp circuit breaker.
Bei Anschluß des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muß
sichergestellt werden, daßdie Gebäudeinstallation mit einem
16 A-Überstromschalter abgesichert ist.
A Few Precautions
When using the printer
❏Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the ink
cartridges during printing.
❏Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise you may
damage the printer.
❏Always turn the printer off using the
PPower button. When
this button is pressed, the Power light flashes briefly then goes
off. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the
outlet until the Power light stops flashing.
❏Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is in
the home (far right) position and the ink cartridges are in
place.

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When handling the ink cartridges
❏Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children, and do not
drink the ink.
❏If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it
gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
❏Do not shake an ink cartridge; this can cause leakage.
❏Install the ink cartridge immediately after removing it from
its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time
before use may result in reduced print quality.
❏Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or
remove the cartridge except to replace it with a new one. The
cartridge may become unusable otherwise.
❏Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the
cartridge carton. For best results, use up the ink cartridges
within six months of installing them.
❏Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This
could damage the print head.
When choosing a place for the printer
❏Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that is larger than the
printer. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or
at an angle.
❏Avoid locations subject to rapid changes in temperature and
humidity. Also keep itaway from directsunlight, stronglight,
or heat sources.
❏Avoid locations subject to shocks and vibrations.

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❏Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be
easily unplugged.
Note for French-speaking users:
Placez l’imprimante près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être
débranchée facilement.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
wWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
cCautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation
of your printer.

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Printer Parts and Functions
sheet feeder
edge guides
output tray extension
output tray
printer cover
paper support
paper support extension
input switch
adjust lever
volume
serial interface connector
parallel interface connector
power cord

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Control panel, front
See the next page for information on the functions of the buttons
and lights.
replacement position for ink cartridges
print head
control panel, top
PC card slot
ink cartridge clamps
control panel, front

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Buttons
Lights
Button Function
P
Power
Turns the printer on and off.
E
Load/Eject
Loads or ejects paper if pressed and released within 2
seconds.
Resumes printing if pressed and released after a paper
out error.
R
Maintenance
Moves the print head to the ink cartridge replacement
position if pressed for 3 seconds while the
BBlack Ink or
AColor ink 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 seconds
when the
BBlack Ink or
AColor Ink light is off.
o= on, f= flashing
Light Status Printer Status
oPower Printer is on.
fPower Receiving data, replacing an ink cartridge, charging
ink, or cleaning the print head.
o S
Paper
Check
Paper out. Load paper in the sheet feeder; then press
the
ELoad/Eject button to resume printing.
f S
Paper
Check
Paper jam. Take all the paper out of the feeder, and
reload the paper. If the light continues to flash, turn off
the printer and gently pull all the paper out of the printer.
f B
Black Ink
Ink low. The black ink cartridge is nearly empty. Obtain
a black ink cartridge (S020093).
o B
Black Ink
Ink out. The black ink cartridge is empty. Replace the
black ink cartridge (S020093).
f A
Color Ink
Ink low. The color ink cartridge is nearly empty. Obtain
a color ink cartridge (S020110).
o A
Color Ink
Ink out. The color ink cartridge is empty. Replace the
color ink cartridge (S020110).

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Control panel, top
P
A
P
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F
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S
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Size
Type
Size
Layout
Photo No.
Copies
Quality
Enhancement
A6
Photo
Paper
Index
Photo No.
Frame No.
Set No. • • • • •
• • •
• • •
• • •
Effect No.
High
Frame
Select Photo
Quick Select
Filter
Cancel
Processing • • •
Change Settings
Start
Print
Range One
Index All
Menus
Draft Super High
On Off
All Camera
Sticker
From
To
Copies
Crop
Marks
Super
Matte Plain Paper
4x6 A4
Display:
Shows the items and settings you
change with the buttons on the front
control panel.
Menus button:
Move the cursor to the item you
want to set on the display.
Frame button:
Allows you to select the optional
frames and turn on or off the frame
print.
Change Settings buttons:
Change the settings for the
selected item on the display.
Filter button:
Allows you to select the filter
effects and turn on or off the filter
print.
Processing light:
Flashes while you are inserting a PC
card in the printer’s card slot and
the printer is printing photos.
Cancel button:
Cancels print operation and the
settings you have changed with
the buttons.
Start Print button:
Starts printing with the mode and
settings selected with the buttons.
While printing is in progress, you are
allowed to reserve the next print
job with the same size of paper
and the different print settings.
Select Photo buttons:
Print a photo selected with the
One button.
Print photos selected with the
Range button.
Quick Select buttons:
Print all photos stored in the PC card
with the All button.
Print the index of photos with the
Index button.

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Setting Up Your Printer 1-1
Chapter 1
Setting Up Your Printer
Direct Printing or Printing wit
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a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Attaching the Paper Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Plugging in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Installing the Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

1-2 Setting Up Your Printer
Direct Printing or Printing with a Computer
You can use this printer to print photos directly with a PC card or
with a computer. Set up the printer first, referring to this chapter.
For direct printing, see the rest of this guide to find information
about daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
When you want to print with a computer, connect the printer to
your computer and install the printer software as described in
Chapter 7, “For Use with a Computer”. For information about
daily use with the computer, see also the online User’s Guide.
Attaching the Paper Support
Insert the paper support into the slots at the rear of the printer.

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Setting Up Your Printer 1-3
Plugging in the Printer
1. Make sure that the printer is turned off. It is off when the
P
Power button protrudes slightly from the surface of the control
panel.
2. Check the label on the back of the printer to make sure the
voltage required by the printer matches that of the electrical
outlet you will be plugging it into. Also, make sure that you
have the correct power cable for your power source.
cCaution:
It is not possible to change the printer's voltage. If the rated
voltage and your outlet voltage do not match, contact your
dealer for assistance. Do not plug in the power cord.
3. If the power cord is not attached to the printer, connect it to
the AC inlet on the back of the printer.
4. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical
outlet.
Installing the Ink Cartridges
Before installing the ink cartridges, note the following.
wWarning:
The ink cartridges are self-contained units. Under ordinary use,
ink will not leak from a cartridge. If ink does get on your hands,
wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your
eyes, flush them immediately with water.

1-4 Setting Up Your Printer
Note:
❏Do not open the ink cartridge packages until just before you install
them, or the ink may dry up.
❏Use the ink cartridges packed with your printer the first time you
install ink cartridges, otherwise the printer may not charge the ink
properly.
Install the ink cartridges as follows:
1. Lower the output tray; then open the printer cover.
2. Turn on the printer.
The print head moves slightly to the left, which is the ink
cartridge replacement position. The
Power light flashes and
the
B Black Ink and
AColor Ink lights come on.
cCaution:
Do not move the print head by hand. Otherwise you may
damage the printer.

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3. Lift up the ink cartridge clamps.
4. Open the ink cartridge packages that came with your printer.
Remove only the yellow tape seals from each cartridge.
cCaution:
❏Remove the yellow tape seals from the cartridges before
installing them; otherwise the cartridges may become
unusable.
❏Do not remove the blue portion of the tape seals from the
cartridges; otherwise the cartridges may become clogged
and not print.
❏Do not remove the tape seals from the bottom of the
cartridges; otherwise, ink will leak.
Black ink cartridge Color ink cartridge