Epson Stylus C42UX User manual

The affordable EPSON Stylus®C42UX
provides a convenient home printing solution with
its user-friendly interface and fast operation, plus
2880 x 720 optimized dpi using RPM.
Designed with legendary Epson reliability,this
durable performer speeds through each job,
delivering black text at up to 12 ppm and color text
and graphics at up to 5.5 ppm, so users won’t be waiting
around for their documents to print. Best of all, it offers an intuitive
interface for simple setup and control. It even offers USB connectivity
for easy installation on most Windows and Macintosh systems. And, its
compact size means it won’t take up valuable space on a crowded desk
or countertop.
This versatile printer works with a multitude of papers, and comes with
one black and one tri-color ink cartridge featuring quick-drying, smudge-
proof inks. With EPSON Micro Piezo®ink jet technology and tiny 6-picoliter
ink droplets, it consistently delivers vivid, 4-color, Photo Quality results.
When printing from the web, it modifies low-resolution photos for optimum
image quality.
Simple and economical, the EPSON Stylus C42UX makes it possible for
anyone in the family to print high-quality web pages, photos
and more.
2880 x 720 optimized dpi using Resolution
Performance Management™(RPM™)
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Optimizes the number and placement
of three droplet sizes on a grid up to
2880 x 720 dpi on various media
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Uses manageable file sizes
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Yieldssuperiorphoto quality andperformance
Ultra fast print speeds
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Prints black text at up to 12 ppm*
USB connectivity
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Facilitates fast, simple setup on both
Windows®and Macintosh®systems
Easy-to-use, plug-and-play operation
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Includes two-button control panel and
user-friendly interface that makes operation
and maintenance a snap
Ink cartridges included
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One black and one tri-color ink cartridge
featuring quick-drying inks that won’t
smudge or bleed
Free paper pack
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EPSON media pack containing Photo Quality
Ink Jet paper and Glossy Photo Paper
Key Features
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STYLUS®C42UX
INK JET PRINTER
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EPSON Stylus C42UX
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Key Dates
Launch June 21, 2002
Product Ship July 15, 2002
NDA July 24, 2002
Ad Embargo August 11, 2002
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Printer Specifications
Printing Method
4-color (CMYK) drop-on-demand Micro Piezo ink jet technology
Nozzle Configuration
Monochrome head 48 nozzles
Color head 48 nozzles x 3 (CMY)
Resolution (dots per inch)
Up to 2880 x 720 optimized dpi using RPM on various media
Ink Droplet Size
6 picoliters
Print Speed*
Black text memo 5 sec. (Approx. 12 ppm)
Photo
4" x 6": 2 min. 4 sec.
8" x 10": 4 min. 55 sec.
Sound Level (Fine Mode)
48 dB (A)
Printer Language
EPSON ESC/P®Raster; EPSON Remote
Software Drivers
Windows USB – Windows 98, 2000, Me and XP
Macintosh USB – Macintosh System 8.5.1 to 9.x, OS X 10.1 or later
Standard Interface
USB
Print Direction
Bidirectional with logic seeking
Paper Handling
Single sheets Letter, legal, A4, B5, statement,
executive, user definable
Types Plain, bond; EPSON Glossy
Photo Paper, Matte Paper,
Photo Quality Film and Paper,
Transparencies, Self-Adhesive
Sheets, Ink Jet Cards, Banner Paper;
envelopes and iron-on transfers
Envelopes No. 10, DL, C6
Types Plain, bond and air mail paper
Maximum Printable Area
8.26” x 10.76” (letter size)
Top margin .12" Left margin .12"
Bottom margin .12" Right margin .12"
Paper Capacity**
Input paper tray 100 sheets / 10 envelopes
Output paper tray 30 sheets
Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. EPSON, EPSON Stylus, and Micro Piezo are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Resolution Performance Management
and RPM are trademarks and EPSON Connection is a service mark of Epson America, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. © Copyright 2002 Epson America, Inc. CPD-13935 6/02 PDF
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Physical Characteristics (L x W x H)
16.7" x 8.9" x 6.6"
6.3 lb
Environmental Conditions
Temperature
Operating 50˚ to 95˚ F (10˚ to 35˚ C)
Storage -4˚ to 140˚ F (-20˚ to 60˚ C)
Humidity
Operating 20% to 80% relative humidity
Storage 5% to 85% relative humidity
(no condensation)
Safety Approvals
Safety Standards UL1950 with D3, CSA22.2 950 with D3
RFI FCC part 15 subpart B class B,
CSA C108.8 class B
Power Requirements
Rated voltage 120V AC +/- 10%
Rated frequency 50 – 60 Hz
Rated current 0.5 Amp (max.)
Power consumption Approx. 16 W (Self Test mode)
Ink Cartridge Life
Black ink yield 330 pages text
(ISO/IEC 10561 letter pattern);
220 pages graphics (5% coverage)
Color ink yield 180 pages
(5% coverage each color CMY)
Shelf life 2 years from production date
Automatic ink low/ink out detection
Warranty
Standard one year limited warranty including EPSON Exchange
program (U.S. and Canada only)
Product Ordering Information
EPSON Stylus C42UX printer
Product code C11C482001
UPC code 0-10343-84204-5
Black Ink Cartridge
Product code T036120
UPC code 0-10343-84232-8
Color Ink Cartridge
Product code T037020
UPC code 0-10343-84233-5
* Black text and color speed are in Draft Mode on plain paper. Color photo is in Text and Image
Mode on EPSON Photo Paper. Additional processing time will vary based on system
configuration, software application and page complexity.
**Capacity measured using 17lb. paper stock.
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Packaging Specifications
EPSON Stylus C42UX
Single carton dimensions 19.42" x 11.15" x 9.18" (L x W x H)
Single carton weight 7.4 lb
Black Ink Cartridge
Single carton dimensions 3.03" x 1.88" x 2.87" (L x W x H)
Single carton weight 0.07 lb
Master carton dimensions 16.5" x 8.8" x 6.25" (L x W x H)
Master carton weight 17.9 lb
Color Ink Cartridge
Single carton dimensions 3.93" x 1.88" x 3.77" (L x W x H)
Single carton weight 0.15 lb
Master carton dimensions 21.2" x 10.8" x 8.9" (L x W x H)
Master carton weight 17.9 lb