Epson Stylus Color 670 User manual

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Color Ink Jet Printer
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Printer Parts and Functions
UnpackingthePrinter....................................1
PrinterPartsandControlPanelFunctions ..................2
Safety Instructions
ImportantSafetyInstructions .............................5
AFewPrecautions.......................................6
Whenusingtheprinter..............................6
Whenhandlingtheinkcartridges.....................6
Whenchoosingaplacefortheprinter .................7
ENERGYSTARCompliance..............................8
Warnings,Cautions,andNotes............................8
Chapter 1 Paper Handling
LoadingPlainPaper.....................................1-2
LoadingSpecialPaperandOtherMedia....................1-3
Aboutspecialmediacleaningsheets...................1-6
LoadingEnvelopes......................................1-6
Using EPSON Photo Paper (4 x 6 inch, 200 x 300 mm) . . . . . . . . 1-7
LoadingPhotoPaper................................1-7
Removingtheperforatedmargins.....................1-8
StoringEPSONPhotoPaper..........................1-11
Chapter 2 Using the Printer Software for Windows
PrinterSoftwareIntroduction.............................2-3
Gettingmoreinformation............................2-3
Accessingtheprintersoftware........................2-3
MakingChangestoPrinterSettings .......................2-4
MakingtheMediaTypesetting.......................2-5
UsingtheAutomaticmode...........................2-8
UsingthePhotoEnhancemode .......................2-9
UsingtheCustommode.............................2-10

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UsingtheAdvancedsettings......................... 2-11
Previewingyourprintout................................ 2-15
Modifyingtheprintoutstyle.............................. 2-18
MakingthePapermenusettings ..................... 2-19
Fittingyourdocumenttothepapersize............... 2-20
Printingtwoorfourpagesononesheet............... 2-21
Printingposters.................................... 2-22
Printingawatermarkonyourdocument .............. 2-23
UsingthePrinterUtilities................................ 2-26
StatusMonitor3.................................... 2-27
NozzleCheck...................................... 2-27
HeadCleaning..................................... 2-27
PrintHeadAlignment .............................. 2-28
Speed&Progress................................... 2-28
MonitoringPreferences ............................. 2-30
GettingInformationThroughOnlineHelp ................. 2-31
Accessinghelpfromyourapplication................. 2-31
AccessinghelpfromtheWindowsStartmenu.......... 2-31
IncreasingthePrintSpeed ............................... 2-32
Generaltips ....................................... 2-32
UsingSpeed&Progress............................. 2-34
UsingPortConfiguration(WindowsNT4.0only) ...... 2-37
Chapter 3 Checking Printer Status and Managing Print Jobs for
Windows
UsingtheProgressMeter ................................ 3-2
UsingEPSONSpoolManager ............................ 3-3
UsingEPSONStatusMonitor3........................... 3-4
AccessingEPSONStatusMonitor3................... 3-4
Viewing information in EPSON Status Monitor 3 . . . . . . . 3-5
Chapter 4 Using the Printer Software for Macintosh
PrinterSoftwareIntroduction............................. 4-2
MakingChangestoPrinterSettings ....................... 4-2
MakingtheMediaTypesetting ...................... 4-3

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UsingtheAutomaticmode...........................4-6
UsingthePhotoEnhancemode .......................4-7
UsingtheCustommode.............................4-8
UsingtheAdvancedsettings .........................4-9
Changingthepagesetup.............................4-11
Modifyingthepagelayout................................4-15
Fittingyourdocumenttothepapersize................4-16
Printingtwoorfourpagesononesheet................4-16
Printingposters.....................................4-17
Printingawatermarkonyourdocument...............4-18
SettingthePrintTime ...............................4-20
Previewingyourprintout.................................4-21
Savingprintsettingsinfiles..........................4-23
UsingthePrinterUtilities.................................4-24
EPSONStatusMonitor...............................4-24
NozzleCheck ......................................4-25
HeadCleaning .....................................4-25
PrintHeadAlignment...............................4-25
Configuration......................................4-26
Chapter 5 Checking Printer Status and Managing Print Jobs for
Macintosh
UsingEPSONStatusMonitor..............................5-2
AccessingEPSONStatusMonitor......................5-2
MakingConfigurationSettings .......................5-3
UsingEPSONMonitor3..................................5-4
AccessingEPSONMonitor3..........................5-4
ManagingprintjobswithEPSONMonitor3 ............5-5
Changingthepriorityofprintjobs ....................5-7
Chapter 6 Setting Up Your Printer on a Network
ForWindows95and98Users.............................6-2
Settingupyourprinterasasharedprinter .............6-2
Accessingtheprinterthroughanetwork...............6-4
ForWindowsNT4.0Users ...............................6-5

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Settingupyourprinterasasharedprinter............. 6-6
Accessingtheprinterthroughanetwork .............. 6-6
ForMacintoshUsers .................................... 6-10
Settingupyourprinterassharedprinter .............. 6-10
Accessingtheprinterthroughanetwork .............. 6-12
Chapter 7 Replacing Ink Cartridges
ReplacinganEmptyInkCartridge ........................ 7-2
Usingtheprinter'scontrolpanel...................... 7-2
UsingtheStatusMonitor3 .......................... 7-8
ReplacinganOldorDamagedInkCartridge ............... 7-8
Chapter 8 Maintenance
CheckingthePrintHeadNozzles......................... 8-2
UsingtheNozzleCheckutility....................... 8-2
Usingthecontrolpanelbuttons ...................... 8-3
CleaningthePrintHead................................. 8-4
UsingtheHeadCleaningutility...................... 8-5
Usingthecontrolpanelbuttons ...................... 8-8
AligningthePrintHead ................................. 8-9
CleaningthePrinter..................................... 8-10
TransportingthePrinter................................. 8-11
UpdatingSoftware...................................... 8-13
UpdatingtoWindows98............................ 8-13
UpdatingthedriverinWindowsNT4.0............... 8-13
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
DiagnosingtheProblem ................................. 9-3
Errorindicators.................................... 9-4
StatusMonitor3.................................... 9-5
Runningaprinteroperationcheck.................... 9-5
CancellingPrinting...................................... 9-8
ForWindows95,98andNT4.0 ...................... 9-8

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ForMacintosh......................................9-8
PrintQualityCouldBeBetter .............................9-10
Horizontalbanding .................................9-10
Verticalmisalignmentorbanding.....................9-10
Colorgaps.........................................9-11
Incorrectormissingcolors ...........................9-12
Blurryorsmearedprintout...........................9-12
PrintoutsAreNotWhatYouExpected .....................9-13
Incorrectorgarbledcharacters........................9-14
Incorrectmargins...................................9-14
Invertedimage .....................................9-15
Blankpagesprint...................................9-15
Printouthassmearsonthebottomedge................9-15
Printingistooslow..................................9-16
PrinterDoesn'tPrint.....................................9-16
Alllightsareoff ....................................9-17
Lightscameonandthenwentout.....................9-17
Onlythepowerlightison............................9-17
Paperoutlightisflashingoron.......................9-18
Oneoftheinkoutlightsisflashingoron...............9-19
Ink out lights are on and the other lights are flashing . . . . 9-19
PaperDoesn'tFeedCorrectly .............................9-19
Paperdoesn'tfeed ..................................9-20
Multiplepagesfeed.................................9-20
Thepaperjams.....................................9-21
Paperisn'tejectedfullyoriswrinkled .................9-21
Chapter 10 Consumable Products
Consumableproducts....................................10-2
Appendix A Tips for Color Printing
BasicsofColor..........................................A-2
ImageResolutionandImageSize..........................A-5
GuidelinesforUsingColor ...............................A-7

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Appendix B Printer Specifications
Printing ............................................... B-2
Paper.................................................. B-2
Paperspecifications................................. B-3
Printablearea...................................... B-5
InkCartridges.......................................... B-6
Mechanical............................................. B-7
Electrical............................................... B-8
Environmental ......................................... B-9
SafetyApprovals ....................................... B-9
SystemRequirements ................................... B-10
ForPCs........................................... B-10
ForMacintoshcomputers............................ B-10
Glossary

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Printer Parts and Functions
Unpacking the Printer
The box that your printer is packed in should include a CD-ROM
containing printer software that runs your printer, and the items
shownintheillustration.
In some locations, the power cord comes attached to the printer.
TheshapeoftheACplugvariesbycountry;besuretheplug
included is the right shape for your location.
Remove all protective materials packed with your printer before
setting up and turning on the printer. Follow the instructions
included with the printer to remove these materials. Save all
packaging and protective materials for transporting the printer in
the future.
paper support
power cord
ink cartridges
printer

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Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions
Buttons
Button Function
sheet feeder
edge guide
output tray extension
output tray
printer cover
paper support
ink cartridge clamps
control panel
adjust lever
print head

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Lights
P
power
Turns the printer on and off.
Clears the printer's memory if pressed twice while the
power is on.
E
load/eject
Loads or ejects paper if pressed and released within
two seconds.
Resumes printing if pressed and released after a paper
out error.
R
cleaning
Moves the print head to the ink cartridge replacement
position if pressed for three seconds while the
Bblack or
Acolor ink out 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 or Acolor ink out light is off.
Light Description
P
power
On when the printer is on.
Flashing when printer is receiving data, printing,
replacing an ink cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning
the print head.
S
paper out
On when the printer is out of paper. Load paper in the
sheet feeder, then press the Eload/eject button to
resume printing.
Flashing when the paper is jammed. Take all of the
paper out of the feeder, then reload the paper. If the
light continues to flash, turn off the printer and gently
pull all of the paper out of the printer.
B
black ink
out
On when the black ink cartridge is empty. Replace the
black ink cartridge (S020187).
Flashing when the black ink cartridge is nearly empty.
A
color ink
out
On when the color ink cartridge is empty. Replace the
color ink cartridge (S020191).
Flashing when the color ink cartridge is nearly empty.

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Safety Instructions -5
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’s 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’s
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.
A Few Precautions
Take note of the following when using the printer, handling the
ink cartridges, or choosing a location for the printer.
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
Ppower light flashes briefly then
goes off. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to
the outlet until the
Ppower light stops flashing.
❏Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is in
thehome(farright)positionandtheinkcartridgesarein
place.
When handling the ink cartridges
❏Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow
children to drink from or otherwise handle the cartridges.

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❏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 you remove 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.
Otherwise, the cartridge may become unusable.
❏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 extends beyond
the printer base in all directions. The printer will not operate
properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
❏Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and
humidity. Also, keep the printer away from direct sunlight,
strong light, or heat sources.
❏Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
❏Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient
ventilation.
❏Placetheprinternearawalloutletwheretheplugcanbe
easily unplugged.

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ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY
STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is
a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment
industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal
computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, and copiers in an
effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation.
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.

Paper Handling 1-1
Chapter 1
Paper Handling
Loa
d
ing P
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ainPaper .....................................1-2
LoadingSpecialPaperandOtherMedia....................1-3
Aboutspecialmediacleaningsheets...................1-6
LoadingEnvelopes ......................................1-6
UsingEPSONPhotoPaper(4x6inch,200x300mm) ........1-7
LoadingPhotoPaper................................1-7
Removingtheperforatedmargins.....................1-8
StoringEPSONPhotoPaper..........................1-11

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Loading Plain Paper
Follow the steps below to load plain paper in the printer.
1. Lower the output tray and slide out the extension. Next, slide
theleftedgeguidesothatthedistancebetweentheedge
guides is slightly wider than the width of your paper.
2. Fan a stack of paper, then tap it on a flat surface to even the
edges.
3. Load the stack of paper in the sheet feeder with the printable
side up and the right edge of the paper resting against the
right edge guide. Then slide the left edge guide against the
left edge of the paper.
Note:
❏Always load paper into the sheet feeder short edge first.
❏Make sure the paper stack fits under the arrow mark inside the
edge guide.

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Loading Special Paper and Other Media
You can achieve good results with most typesof plain bond paper.
However, coated paper and glossy film result in higher quality
printouts because these media absorb smaller amounts of ink.
EPSON provides special media that are formulated for the ink
used in EPSON ink jet printers. EPSON recommends using media
distributed by EPSON to ensure high-quality results. See “EPSON
special media”on page 10-2 for a complete list of these products.
When loading special media distributed by EPSON, read the
instruction sheets packed with the media first and keep the
following points in mind.
❏Make sure the printable side of the paper is facing up when
loading media into the sheet feeder. See the instruction sheets
packed with the media to determine which side is the
printable surface. Some media have cut corners to help
identify the correct loading direction, as shown in the
illustration.
Note:
If you extend the printable area by selecting the Maximum setting
in the printer driver, the cut corner on special paper may mar your
printout.
printable
side up
cut corner

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❏Make sure the paper stack fits under the arrow mark located
ontheinsidesurfaceoftheleftedgeguide.
❏The loading capacity for EPSON special media is explained
below.
* Take care not to print on support sheets loaded under special media.
360 dpi Ink Jet Paper
and Photo Quality Ink
Jet Paper
Up to the arrow mark on the left edge
guide.
Photo Quality Ink Jet
Cards, Ink Jet Note
Cards, and Ink Jet
Greeting Cards
Up to 30 index cards.
Always place the included support
sheet* under the cards.
Photo Quality Glossy
Film
One sheet at a time.
Alwaysputasupportsheet*orasheet
of plain paper under the glossy film.
If you wish to load multiple sheets, load
a maximum of 20 sheets and set the
minimum top margin of the page to
30 mm.
Ink Jet Transparencies Up to 30 transparencies.
Always put a sheet of plain paper
under the stack of transparencies.
Photo Quality Self
Adhesive Sheets
One sheet at a time.
Photo Paper Up to 20 sheets.
For 200 ×300 mm Photo Paper, you
can only load one sheet at a time.
Always put a support sheet* under the
stack of Photo Paper.
Photo Stickers 16 and
Photo Stickers 4
One sheet at a time.
Always put the included support
sheets* A and B under the stack of
Photo Stickers.
Panoramic Photo Paper
and Iron-On Cool Peel
Transfer Paper
One sheet at a time.
Matte Paper-
Heavyweight
Up to 20 sheets.
Always put a support sheet* under the
stack of Matte Paper-Heavyweight.