Epson PH890 User manual

EPSONStylusPHOTO890/1290
Color ink jet printer
SEIJ00025
®
SERVICE MANUAL
Stylus PHOTO 890
Stylus PHOTO 1290

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General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purpose only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
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Copyright © 2000 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
Imaging & Information Product Division
TPCS Quality Assurance Center

PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1)Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing
procedures preceded by DANGER Headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.
The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR PROCEDURES.
2. NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL ELECTRONICS
TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK.
3. WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO. WHEN
THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND OTHER ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.
4. WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURIER FROM METAL PARTS WITH SHARP EDGES.
WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE EPSON
PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
3. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING PRINTED CIRCUIT
BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST STRAPS, WHEN
ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5. DO NOT REPLACE IMPERFECTLY FUNCTIONING COMPONENTS WITH COMPONENTS WHICH ARE NOT MANUFACTURED BY EPSON. IF SECOND SOURCE IC OR
OTHER COMPONENTS WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED ARE USED, THEY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EPSON PRODUCT, OR COULD VOID THE
WARRANTY OFFERED BY EPSON.

PREFACE
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of EPSON Stylus PHOTO 890/1290. The
instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding
page. The chapters are organized as follows:
CHAPTER 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Provides a general overview and specifications of the product.
CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical operations of the product.
CHAPTER 3. TROUBLESHOOTING
Provides the step-by-step procedures for troubleshooting.
CHAPTER 4. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and assembling the
product.
CHAPTER 5. ADJUSTMENTS
Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment.
CHAPTER 6. MAINTENANCE
Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epson-approved
lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product.
APPENDIX
Provides the following additional information for reference:
• EEPROM Address Map
• Connector Pin Assignments
• Component Layout
• Exploded Diagrams
• Electrical Board Circuit Diagrams

Symbols Used in this Manual
Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present
during a procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that is necessary to keep the product’s quality.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or
destruction of, equipment.
May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that is necessary to accomplish a task efficiently. It may also
provide additional information that is related to a specific subject, or comment on the results achieved through a previous action.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or loss of life.
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Revision Status
Revision Issued Date Description
A November 16th, 2000 First Release
B December 27th, 2000
Revision:
• page -80: A warning message for static electricity added.
• page -81: Caution messages for torque and ink tube position added
• page -92& page -94: Caution messages for ink tube installation added.
• page -123: PG adjustment tool added.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
1.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 11
1.1.1 Features ...................................................................................................... 11
1.1.2 Accessories, Consumable Products, and Options ...................................... 12
1.2 Basic Specifications .......................................................................................... 14
1.2.1 Printing Specification ................................................................................ 14
1.2.2 Control Code .............................................................................................. 14
1.2.3 Paper Feeding ............................................................................................ 14
1.2.4 Input Data Buffer ....................................................................................... 14
1.2.5 Paper Specifications ................................................................................... 15
1.2.5.1 EPSON Special Media ...................................................................... 15
1.2.6 Printing Area .............................................................................................. 17
1.2.6.1 Cut Sheet ........................................................................................... 17
1.2.6.2 Envelopes .......................................................................................... 18
1.2.7 Adjust Lever .............................................................................................. 19
1.2.8 Ink Cartridge .............................................................................................. 19
1.2.9 Electric Specification ................................................................................. 20
1.2.10 Reliability ................................................................................................ 20
1.2.11 Environmental Condition ......................................................................... 21
1.3 Interface ............................................................................................................. 22
1.3.1 Parallel Interface (Forward Channel) ........................................................ 22
1.3.2 Parallel Interface (Reserve Channel) ......................................................... 25
1.3.3 USB Interface ............................................................................................ 27
1.3.4 Prevention of Data Transfer Time-out ....................................................... 28
1.3.5 Interface Selection ..................................................................................... 28
1.3.6 IEEE1284.4 Protocol ................................................................................. 28
1.4 Operations ......................................................................................................... 29
1.4.1 Buttons ....................................................................................................... 29
1.4.2 Indicators ................................................................................................... 29
1.4.3 Panel Functions .......................................................................................... 29
1.4.4 Special Setting Mode ................................................................................. 30
1.4.5 Printer Initialization ................................................................................... 31
1.4.6 Initialization Value .................................................................................... 31
1.5 Dimension .......................................................................................................... 32
Chapter 2 OPERATING PRINCIPLES
2.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 35
2.1.1 Printhead Mechanism ................................................................................ 36
2.1.2 Carriage Mechanism .................................................................................. 37
2.1.2.1 Carriage Motor (CR Motor) .............................................................. 37
2.1.2.2 Platen Gap (PG) /Parallelism Adjustment Mechanism ..................... 38
2.1.2.3 Carriage Home Position (HP) Detection ........................................... 38
2.1.3 Paper Feeding Mechanism ......................................................................... 38
2.1.3.1 CR Lock Mechanism ......................................................................... 40
2.1.4 Paper Loading Mechanism ........................................................................ 41
2.1.4.1 Drive Transmission to the ASF Unit ................................................. 41
2.1.4.2 Paper Loading Operation .................................................................. 42
2.1.4.3 Pump Mechanism .............................................................................. 43
2.1.4.4 Capping Mechanism .......................................................................... 45
2.2 Electrical Circuit Operating Principles .......................................................... 46
2.2.1 C378PSB/PSE Board ................................................................................. 46
2.2.1.1 Electrical Circuit ............................................................................... 46
2.2.1.2 Protection Circuits ............................................................................. 48
2.2.1.3 Power Supply Control Function ........................................................ 48
2.2.1.4 Energy Save Mode ............................................................................ 48
2.2.2 C393MAIN Board Circuit Operation Principles ....................................... 49
2.2.2.1 Printhead Driver Circuit .................................................................... 52
2.2.2.2 RTC (Real Time Clock)/ Reset/ EEPROM Circuit ........................... 53
2.2.2.3 Motor Driver Circuit ......................................................................... 54
2.2.2.4 ASF/Pump Motor Driver Circuit ....................................................... 59
2.2.2.5 Sensor Circuit .................................................................................... 60
Chapter 3 TROUBLESHOOTING
3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 63
3.1.1 Self-Diagnostic Function ........................................................................... 64
3.1.1.1 Troubleshooting with LED Error Indicators ..................................... 64
3.1.1.2 Error Conditions ................................................................................ 64
3.1.1.3 Remedies for Paper Out Error ........................................................... 67

3.1.1.4 Remedies for the Paper Jam Error ..................................................... 69
3.1.1.5 Remedies for No Ink Cartridge Error/Ink Cartridge Problem ........... 70
3.1.1.6 Remedies for Maintenance Request Error ......................................... 70
3.1.1.7 Remedies for Fatal Error ................................................................... 71
3.1.2 Isolating the Faulty Part on the Power Supply Board ................................ 74
3.1.3 Isolating the Faulty Part according to the Phenomenon ............................ 74
Chapter 4 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
4.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 80
4.1.1 Precaution for Disassembling the Printer .................................................. 80
4.1.2 Tools .......................................................................................................... 81
4.1.3 Specifications for Screws .......................................................................... 82
4.1.4 Service Checks After Repair ..................................................................... 83
4.2 Disassembly Procedures ................................................................................... 84
4.2.1 HOUSING Removal .................................................................................. 85
4.2.2 Circuit Board Assembly Removal ............................................................. 86
4.2.3 Panel Unit Removal ................................................................................... 88
4.2.4 Printhead Unit Removal ............................................................................ 90
4.2.5 TRAY, ABSORBER ASSEMBLY Removal ............................................ 91
4.2.6 Ink Unit Removal ...................................................................................... 93
4.2.7 MOTOR ASSEMBLY, CR Removal ........................................................ 96
4.2.8 MOTOR ASSEMBLY, ASF Removal ...................................................... 97
4.2.9 DE Unit Removal ...................................................................................... 98
4.2.10 ASF Unit Removal ................................................................................ 101
4.2.10.1 SHAFT, ROLLER, LD Removal .................................................. 103
4.2.10.2 ROLLER ASSEMBLY, LD, RIGHT/LEFT Removal ................. 108
4.2.11 Carriage Unit Removal .......................................................................... 109
4.2.12 BOARD ASSEMBLY, ENCODER Removal ....................................... 111
4.2.13 ROLLER, PF Removal .......................................................................... 112
4.2.13.1 SCALE, PF Installation ................................................................. 115
4.2.14 MOTOR ASSEMBLY, PF Removal ..................................................... 118
4.2.15 PE Sensor Unit Removal ....................................................................... 119
Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT
5.1 Overview .......................................................................................................... 121
5.1.1 Adjustment Items ..................................................................................... 121
5.1.2 Adjustment Tools ..................................................................................... 122
5.2 Adjustment ...................................................................................................... 123
5.2.1 Parallelism Adjustment ............................................................................ 123
5.2.1.1 Using PG Adjustment Tool ............................................................. 123
5.2.1.2 Using Thickness Gauge ................................................................... 126
5.2.2 Backlash Adjsutment ............................................................................ 127
5.2.3 Adjustment Program Feature ................................................................... 129
5.2.3.1 How to Install the Program ............................................................. 130
5.2.3.2 How to Uninstall the Program ......................................................... 130
5.2.4 Starting the Service Program ................................................................... 131
5.2.4.1 Adjusting Program Initial Setting ................................................... 131
5.3 Individual Adjustment Program ................................................................... 132
5.3.1 Head ID .................................................................................................... 132
5.3.1.1 Head ID Input ............................................................................... 132
5.3.1.2 Head ID Check ................................................................................ 134
5.3.2 Bi-Directional Adjustment .................................................................... 135
5.3.2.1 Input Bi-D Adjustment Value ...................................................... 137
5.3.2.2 Check Present Adjustment Data ...................................................... 138
5.3.3 Input/Check USB ID ............................................................................... 139
5.3.3.1 Input USB ID .................................................................................. 140
5.3.3.2 Check USB ID ................................................................................. 140
5.3.4 Maintenance ............................................................................................. 141
5.3.4.1 Head Cleaning Operation ................................................................ 141
5.3.5 Ink Charge Operation ............................................................................. 142
5.3.6 Refurbishment for DOA .......................................................................... 143
5.3.7 Protection Counter ................................................................................... 145
5.3.7.1 Check the Present Counter Value .................................................... 145
5.3.7.2 Clear the Protection Counter Value ................................................ 146
5.3.8 Appendix Items ........................................................................................ 147
5.3.8.1 CSIC Information ......................................................................... 147
5.3.8.2 EEPROM Data Check ................................................................... 148
5.3.8.3 Changing EEPROM Data .............................................................. 148
5.3.9 A4 Check Pattern Printing ....................................................................... 149
5.4 Sequential Repair Adjustment Program ...................................................... 151
5.4.1 Function ................................................................................................... 151
5.4.1.1 How to start the program ................................................................. 151
5.4.1.2 Printhead Removal .......................................................................... 152
5.4.1.3 Printhead Replacement .................................................................... 153
5.4.1.4 Main Board Replacement ................................................................ 154
5.4.1.5 Carriage Unit Replacement/ Removal ............................................. 154
5.4.1.6 CR Motor Replacement ................................................................... 154
5.4.1.7 Printer Mechanism Replacement .................................................... 154

5.4.1.8 Waste Ink Pad Replacement ............................................................ 154
5.4.1.9 Clogged Nozzle Recovery ............................................................... 154
Chapter 6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Overview .......................................................................................................... 157
6.1.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................... 157
6.1.2 Service Maintenance ................................................................................ 157
6.1.2.1 Head Cleaning ................................................................................. 157
6.1.2.2 Maintenance Request Error Clear ................................................... 157
6.1.3 Lubrication ............................................................................................... 158
Chapter 7 APPENDIX
7.1 Connector Summary ...................................................................................... 168
7.1.1 Connector Alignment ............................................................................... 168
7.1.2 Connector Pin Assignment ...................................................................... 168
7.1.3 EEPROM Address Map ........................................................................... 171
7.2 Circuit Board Component Layout ................................................................ 176
7.3 Electrical Circuit Board Diagrams ............................................................... 181
7.4 Exploded Diagrams ........................................................................................ 187
7.4.1 Exploded Diagrams for Stylus PHOTO 890 ........................................... 187
7.4.2 Exploded Diagrams for Stylus PHOTO 1290 ......................................... 192
7.5 Parts List ......................................................................................................... 197
7.5.1 Parts List for Stylus PHOTO 890 ............................................................ 197
7.5.2 Parts List for Stylus PHOTO 1290 .......................................................... 202

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1.1 Overview
The EPSON Stylus PHOTO 890 and EPSON Stylus PHOTO 1290 are designed for
both home use and office use. As the enhanced models of Stylus Photo 750 and Stylus
Photo 1200, they offer greater performance in both print speed and quality.
1.1.1 Features
The main features of the products are:
oHigh-quality color print (6 colors)
nHigh-speed & image quality bidirectional printing
nPhoto quality print enabled by photo mach technology
nSupports microweave and super microweave
nPrints at high resolution (2880x 720 dpi)
oTwo built-in interfaces
nBi-directional parallel interface (IEEE-1284 level 1 device)
nUSB I/F
oSmall size requiring less space.
oUsed only in Windows or Macintosh environment.
oBuilt-in ASF (auto sheet feeder) supports multiple sizes of paper.
nStylus PHOTO 890: From postcard size up to A4
nStylus PHOTO 1290: From postcard size up to A3 (W)
oCSIC keeps track of ink life information on the ink cartridge side.
Figure 1-1. Stylus PHOTO 890
Figure 1-2. Stylus PHOTO 1290

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1.1.2 Accessories, Consumable Products, and Options
ACCESSORIES
oUsers Guide
oInk cartridge (Black and color)
oCD-ROM (Printer driver and utilities)
CONSUMABLE PRODUCTS
NOTE: The product codes of the ink cartridges may vary by location.
NOTE: The availability of special media varies by location.
NOTE: The products with an asterisk (*)are only available for Stylus PHOTO
1290. Table1-1. ConsumableProducts
Product Name Code
Black ink cartridge T007
Color ink cartridge (Stylus PHOTO 890) T008
Color ink cartridge (Stylus PHOTO 1290) T009
EPSON Premium Ink Jet Plain Paper (A4) S041214
EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (A4)
EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (Letter)
EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (A3)*
EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper (Super A3/B)*
S041059/S041025
S041060/S041028
S041065/S041046
S041066/S041047
EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper (A4)
EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper (Letter)
EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper (A3)*
S041154
S041153/S041155
S041238
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (A4)
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (Letter)
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (Legal)
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (A3)*
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (Super A3/B)*
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper (B)*
S041061/S041026
S041062/S041029
S041067/S041048
S041068/S041045
S041069/S041043
S041070/S041044
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards (A6)
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards(5x8”)
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards(8x10”)
S041054
S041121
S041122
EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheet (A4) S041106
EPSON Ink Jet Note Cards A6 (with envelops) S041147
EPSON Ink Jet Greeting Cards 5x8” (with envelopes)
EPSON Ink Jet Greeting Cards 8x10” (with envelopes)
S041148
S041149
EPSON Matte Paper-Heavyweight (A4)
EPSON Matte Paper-Heavyweight (Letter)
EPSON Matte Paper-Heavyweight (A3)*
EPSON Matte Paper-Heavyweight (Super A3/Super B)*
S041256/S041258/
S041259
S041257
S041260/S041261/
S041262
S041263/S041264/
S041265
EPSON Photo Paper (A4)
EPSON Photo Paper (Letter)
EPSON Photo Paper (A3)*
EPSON Photo Paper (Super A3/Super B)*
EPSON Photo Paper (B)*
EPSON Photo Paper (4x6”)
EPSON Photo Paper (100 x 150 mm)
EPSON Photo Paper (200 x 300 mm)
EPSON Photo Paper (89 mmx 7M)
EPSON Photo Paper (100 mm x 8M)
EPSON Photo Paper (210 mm x 10M)
EPSON Photo Paper (329 mm x 10M)*
S041140
S041141
S041142
S041143
S041156
S041134
S041255
S041254
S041281
S041279
S041280
S041233
EPSON Panoramic Photo Paper (210 x 594 mm) S041145
EPSON Photo Paper Cards (A4) S041177
Table 1-1. Consumable Products (continued)
Product Name Code

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OPTIONS
* The asterisks are substitutions for the last digits of the product name, which may vary by
country.
Photo Quality Glossy Film (A4)
Photo Quality Glossy Film (Letter)
Photo Quality Glossy Film (A3)*
Photo Quality Glossy Film (Super A3/B)*
Photo Quality Glossy Film (B)*
Photo Quality Glossy Film (A6)
S041071
S041072
S041073
S041074
S041075
S041107
EPSONPhotoStickers16(A6)
EPSON Photo Stickers 4 (A6)
S041144
S041176
EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies (A4)
EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies (Letter)
S041063
S041064
EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper (A4)
EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper (Letter)
EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper (A3)*
EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper (B)*
EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper (Super A3/ SuperB)*
S041287/S041297
S041286
S041288
S041290
S041289
EPSON Ink Jet Back Light Film (A3)* S041131
Table 1-2. Options
Product Name Code
Parallel Interface cable (shielded) C83602*
USB I/F Interface cable (shielded) C83623*
Roll Paper Holder C81106*
Table 1-1. Consumable Products (continued)
Product Name Code

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1.2 Basic Specifications
1.2.1 Printing Specification
oPrint Method: On demand ink jet
oNozzle Configuration
nMonochrome: 48 nozzles (120 dpi)
nColor: 48 nozzles x 5 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light cyan,
Light magenta) (120 dpi)
The following figure shows nozzle configuration viewed from the back of the
printhead:
Figure 1-3. Nozzle Configuration
oPrint Direction Bi-direction with logic seeking
oPrint Speed & Printable Columns
nCharacter Mode
* The value is the speed of normal-dot printing.
nRaster Graphic Mode
1.2.2 Control Code
ESC/P Raster command
EPSON Remote command
1.2.3 Paper Feeding
oFeeding method: Friction feed with ASF
oPaper Path: Cut-sheet ASF (top entry, front out)
oFeed Speed: 110mm/sec (10.16mm feed)
152.4mm(6.0inch)/sec (Fast, continues feed)
1.2.4 Input Data Buffer
o256 KB
Table 1-3. Character Mode
Model Character Pitch Printable Columns LQ Speed
Stylus PHOTO 890 10 CPI (Pica) 80 238CPS*
Stylus PHOTO 1290 10 CPI (Pica) 127 238CPS*
Table1-4. RasterGraphicsMode
Model Horizontal
Resolution Printable Area Available Dot CR Speed
Stylus PHOTO 890
180 dpi 209.8mm/
8.26” 1488 23.8/19 IPS
360 dpi 209.8mm/
8.26” 2976 23.8/19 IPS
720 dpi 209.8mm/
8.26” 5952 19 IPS
Stylus PHOTO 1290
180 dpi 322.986mm/
12.716” 2289 23.8/19 IPS
360 dpi 322.986mm/
12.716” 4578 23.8/19 IPS
720 dpi 322.986mm/
12.716” 9156 19 IPS

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1.2.5 Paper Specifications
The asterisk(*) indicates Stylus PHOTO 1290 use only.
CUT SHEET
oSize: See the table below:
oQuality: Plain paper, Bond paper
oThickness: 0.08mm- 0.11mm (0.003”- 0.004”)
(Normal paper)
oWeight: 64g/m2- 90g/m2(55kg-78kg, 17lb.- 24Ib.)
ENVELOPE
oSize (Width x Length):
#10 241.3mm (9 1/2”) x 104.8mm(4 1/8”)
DL 220mm (8.7”) x 110mm (4.3”)
C6 162mm (6.4”) x 114mm (4.5”)
220 x 132 220mm x 132 mm
oThickness: 0.16mm (0.006”) - 0.52mm (0.02”)
oWeight: 45g/m2(12Ib.) - 75g/m2(20Ib.)
oQuality: Bond paper, PPC, Air mail
Note1: Envelope printing is only available at normal temperature.
Note 2: Keep the longer side of the envelope horizontally at setting.
1.2.5.1 EPSON Special Media
EPSON offers specifically- designed media for ink jet printers.
PHOTO QUALITY INK JET PAPER
oSize (Width x Length):
A3+*329mm x 483mm
A3 *297mm x 420mm
A4 210mm x 297mm
A6 105mm x 148mm
B*210mm x 297mm
Letter 216mm x 279mm
Legal 216mm x 356mm
5” x 8” 127mm x 203mm
8” x 10” 203mm x 254mm
Table 1-5. Paper Specifications - Cut Sheet
Size Specifications (Width x Length)
A3*297mm (11.7”) x 420mm (16.5”)
A4 210 mm (8.3”) x 297 mm (11.7”)
A5 148mmx210mm
A6 148mm x 105 mm
B*279 mm x 432
Letter 216 mm (8.5”) x 279 mm (11.0”)
Half Letter 139.7 mm x 215.9 mm
Legal 216 mm (8.5”) x 356 mm (14.0”)
Executive 184.2 mm (7.25”) x 266.7 mm (10.5”)
2L 178mmx127mm
L 127 mm x 127 mm
5” x 8” 127mmx203mm
8” x 10” 203 mm x 254 mm
Double Side A4 210mmx297mm
UserDefined 89to241.3mmx89to1117.6mm

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360 DPI INK JET PAPER
oSize (Width x Length):
A3+*329mm x 483mm
A3 *297mm x 420mm
A4 210mm x 297mm
A6 105mm x 148mm
Letter 216mm x 279mm
INK JET TRANSPARENCIES
oSize (Width x Length):
A4 210mm x 297mm
Letter 216mm x 279mm
PHOTOQUALITYGLOSSYFILM
oSize (Width x Length):
A3+*329mm x 483mm
A3 *297mm x 420mm
A4 210mm x 297mm
A6 105mm x 148mm
B*210mm x 297mm
Letter 216mm x 279mm
PHOTO PAPER
oSize (width x length):
+A3*329mm x 483mm
A3 *297mm x 420mm
A4 210mm x 297mm
A6*105mm x 148mm
B*210mm x 297mm
Letter 216mm x 279mm
Photo Paper Card 2 175.4mm x 113.6mm (cut-line)
Panoramic Photo Paper 210mm x 594mm
152.4mm (6“) x 101.6mm (4“)(no cut-line)
100mm x 150mm
200 x 300mm 216mm x 338mm(cut-line)
Roll Paper (89mm x 7m, 100mm x 8m,
210mm x 10m, 329mm x 10m*)
PHOTO QUALITY ADHESIVE SHEET
oSize (Width x Length):
A4 210mm x 297mm
Letter 216mm x 279mm
IRON-ON COOL PEEL TRANSFER PAPER
oSize (Width x Length):
A3 *297mm x 420mm
A4 210mm x 297mm
Letter 216mm x 279mm
PHOTO STICKERS
oSize (Width x Length):
A6 105mm x 148mm /16
A6 105mm x 148mm /4
MATTE PAPER-HEAVYWEIGHT
oSize (Width x Length):
A3+*329mm x 483mm
A3 *297mm x 420mm
A4 210mm x 297mm
B*210mm x 297mm
Letter 216mm x 279mm
100mm x 150mm
Roll Paper (89mm x 7m, 100mm x 8m,
210mm x 10m, 329mm x 10m*)

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PREMIUM GLOSSY PHOTO PAPER
oSize (Width x Length):
+A3*329mm x 483mm
A3 *297mm x 420mm
A4 210mm x 297mm
B*210mm x 297mm
Letter 216mm x 279mm
Roll Paper (89mm x 7m, 100mm x 8m,
127mm x 8m*,210mm x 10m,
329mm x 10m*)
INK JET BACK LIGHT FILM
oSize (Width x Length):
A3*297mm x 420mm
1.2.6 Printing Area
1.2.6.1 Cut Sheet
See the figure below and the following tables for the printing area for Stylus PHOTO
890/Stylus PHOTO 1290.
Figure 1-4. Printable Area for Cut Sheet
Printable Area
LM RM
PW
TM
BM
PL

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*: Stylus PHOTO 1290 only.
*1:Bottom margin can be reduced to 3mm when paper dimension is
defined by using command, otherwise it remains 14mm.
As for an area between 3mm and 14mm margin, print quality may
decline.
*2: Zero mm can be set by special command.
1.2.6.2 Envelopes
Figure 1-5. Printable Area for Envelopes
1.2.7 Adjust Lever
Set the adjust lever according to the type of paper as shown in the following table.
Table 1-6. Printing Area
Paper Size Left Margin
(min.) Right Margin (min.) Top Margin (min.) Bottom Margin (min.)
A3* 3mm
(0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 14 mm (0.54”) /
3mm (0.12”) *1*2
A3+* 3mm
(0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 14 mm (0.54”) / 3mm (0.12”) *1*2
A4 3mm
(0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 14 mm (0.54”) /
3mm (0.12”) *1*2
Letter 3mm
(0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 14 mm (0.54”) / 3mm (0.12”) *1*2
B5 3mm
(0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 14 mm (0.54”) /
3mm (0.12”) *1*2
Legal 3mm
(0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 14 mm (0.54”) / 3mm (0.12”) *1*2
Statement 3mm
(0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 14 mm (0.54”) /
3mm (0.12”) *1*2
Exclusive 3mm
(0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 3 mm (0.12”)*2 14 mm (0.54”) / 3mm (0.12”) *1*2
Table 1-7. Envelope Margin
Size Left Margin
(min.) Right Margin (min.) Top Margin (min.) Bottom Margin (min.)
#10 3 mm (0.12”) 28 mm (1.10”) 3 mm (0.12”) 14 mm (0.55”)
DL 3 mm (0.12”) 7 mm (0.28”) 3 mm (0.12”) 14 mm (0.55”)
C6 3 mm (0.12”) 3 mm (0.12”) 3 mm (0.12”) 14 mm (0.55”)
Table 1-8. Adjust Lever Setting Position
Paper Setting Position Gap
Cut sheet, OHP Sheet, Label,
Postcard Front (0) 0 mm
Envelope Rear (+) +0.9 mm
Printable Area
LM RM
TM
BM

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1.2.8 Ink Cartridge
BLACK INK CARTRIDGE
The black ink cartridge specifications for Stylus PHOTO 890 and Stylus PHOTO 1290
are common.
oType: Exclusive Cartridge
oColor: Black
oPrint Capacity: 540 pages/A4
(ISO/IEC 10561 Letter Pattern at 360 dpi)
oInk Life: 2 years from the indicated date of production
oStorage Temperature
nPacked (in transit): -30 to 60 oC (within a month at 40 oC, within 120
hours at 60 oC)
nPacked (storage): -30 to 40oC (within a month at 40 oC)
nInstalled: -20 oCto40oC (within a month at 40 oC)
oDimension: 20.1 mm (W) x 66.85 mm (D) x 38.5 mm (H)
COLOR INK CARTRIDGE
Note some of the color ink specifications for the Stylus PHOTO 890 and Stylus
PHOTO 1290 are different as indicated.
oType: Exclusive Cartridge
oColor: Magenta, Cyan, Yellow, Light Cyan,
Light Magenta
oPrint Capacity:
Stylus PHOTO 890 220 pages / A4 (360 dpi, 5% duty each color)
Stylus PHOTO 1290 330 pages / A4 (360 dpi, 5% duty each color)
oInk Life: 2 years from the indicated date of production
oStorage Temperature
nPacked (in transit): -30to 60 oC (within a month at 40 oC, within 120 hours
at 60 oC)
nPacked (storage): -30 to 40oC (within a month at 40 oC)
nInstalled: -20 oCto40oC (within a month at 40 oC)
oDimension:
Stylus PHOTO 890 49.1 mm (W) x 66.85 mm (D) x 38.5 mm (H)
Stylus PHOTO 1290 49.1 mm (W) x 84.05 mm (D) x 41.8mm (H)

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1.2.9 Electric Specification
120V VERSION
oRated Voltage: AC120V
oInput Voltage Range: AC99∼132V
oRated Frequency Range: 50∼ 60Hz
oInput Frequency Range: 49.5∼ 60.5Hz
oRated Current: 0.4A(Max0.7A)
oPower Consumption: Approx. 15W (ISO10561 Letter Pattern)
Approx. 3W in standby mode
Energy Star compliant
oInsulation Resistance: 10M ohms min.
(between AC line and chassis, DC 500V)
oDielectric Strength: AC 1000V rms. 1 minute or
AC 1200V rms. 1 second
(between AC line and chassis)
220 ∼ 240V VERSION
oRated Voltage: AC220V∼240V
oInput Voltage Range: AC198∼264V
oRated Frequency Range: 50∼60Hz
oInput Frequency Range: 49.5∼60.5Hz
oRated Current: 0.2 A(Max0.35A)
oPower Consumption: Approx. 15W (ISO10561 Letter Pattern)
Approx. 3W in standby mode
Energy Star compliant
oInsulation Resistance: 10M ohms min.
(between AC line and chassis, DC 500V)
oDielectric Strength: AC 1500V rms. 1 minute
(between AC line and chassis)
1.2.10 Reliability
oTotal Print Volume Black: 25,000 pages (A4, Letter)
Color: 10,000 pages (A4, Letter)
oPrinthead Life: 3000 million dots/nozzle