Epson Stylus Color 740i User manual

EPSON Stylus COLOR 740i
Manual

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Copyright © 1999 by Epson America, Inc. ESC740i0399
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Contents
Introduction 9
Macintosh System Requirements 10
Windows System Requirements 11
Printer Parts 13
How To Use Your Manuals 14
Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips 15
ENERGY STAR Compliance 15
Year 2000 Ready 16
Important Safety Instructions 16
Basic Printing 19
Printing from Windows 19
Setting Printer Options from Windows Applications 20
Setting Default Printer Options 23
Checking Printer Status 24
Printing from a Macintosh 27
Setting Up Background Printing Options 30

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Advanced Printing 32
Using Custom Project Types 33
Customizing Print Quality and Special Effects 36
Customizing Color Settings 40
Using PhotoEnhance3 or Digital Camera
Correction Mode 41
Using Custom Color Management Modes 42
Using a Color Correction System 45
Using ColorSync on the Macintosh 46
Selecting Paper Size and Orientation Options 48
Selecting Paper Options in Windows 49
Selecting Paper Options on a Macintosh 54
Selecting Print Layout Options 59
Choosing Print Layout Options in Windows 59
Choosing Print Layout Options on a Macintosh 69
Using Print Preview on the Macintosh 76
Saving Custom Settings 78
Redefining Custom Settings 79
Deleting Custom Settings 80

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Printing on Special Media 81
Selecting Special Media 82
Media Loading and Handling Guidelines 84
Letterhead, Preprinted Forms, and Legal-size Paper 85
EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Paper, Film, and
Transparencies 85
Envelopes 87
EPSON Photo Paper 88
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards 91
EPSON Photo Stickers 92
EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets 92
EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper 93
Managing Print Jobs 94
Managing Print Jobs in Windows 95, Windows 98, and
Windows NT 4.0 95
Selecting the Speed & Progress Options 96
Using the Spool Manager 99
Using Status Monitor 2 100
Managing Print Jobs in Windows 3.1 110
Using the Spool Manager 110

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Managing Print Jobs on a Macintosh 113
Using Monitor3 114
Using the Macintosh Status Monitor 117
Selecting Configuration Options 119
Maintenance and Transportation 121
Replacing an Ink Cartridge 122
Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 123
Replacing an Outdated Ink Cartridge 126
Cleaning the Print Head 127
Using the Head Cleaning Utility 127
Using the Control Panel 128
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern 130
Aligning the Print Head 131
Cleaning the Printer 132
Transporting the Printer 133
Troubleshooting 134
Diagnosing Problems 135
Checking the Control Panel Lights 136
Running a Printer Operation Check 137
Confirming the Printer ID Number 138

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Improving Print Quality 139
Solving Printing Problems 145
Solving Printer Software Problems 149
Fixing Paper Problems 154
Solving Miscellaneous Printout Problems 157
Uninstalling Printer Software 161
Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT 4.0
Instructions 161
Windows 3.1 Instructions 162
Macintosh Instructions 162
Where To Get Help 164
Specifications 166
Printing 166
Paper 167
Ink Cartridges 171
Mechanical 172
Electrical 173
Environmental 173
Safety Approvals 174

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DOS Support 174
Control Panel Settings 175
Character Tables 176
Interfaces 177
Index 179

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Introduction
Your EPSON Stylus®COLOR 740i printer is the ideal output device
for business graphics, layout proofs, digital photography, or any
project youcreate on your computer. With resolutions up to1440 by
720 dpi and EPSON’s unique variable micro droplet technology,
you get amazingly realistic photographic images, vivid color
graphics, and razor-sharp black text.
The printer software for Macintosh®and Microsoft®Windows®and
provides advanced color management with adjustable levels of
brightness, contrast, sharpness, and other settings. Support for
ColorSync™2.01 and two Windows color matching methods gives
you even more precise color control.
EPSON’s specially formulated ink cartridges and wide variety of ink
jet papers offer the most flexibility for getting the results you want.
With high-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) and standard parallel
and serial ports, setting up your printer is fast and easy.
This chapter gives you general information about your printer in
these sections:
◗Macintosh System Requirements
◗Windows System Requirements
◗Printer Parts

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◗How To Use Your Manuals
◗ENERGY STAR Compliance
◗Year 2000 Ready
◗Important Safety Instructions
Macintosh System Requirements
To use your printer and its software with a Macintosh, your system
should have:
◗One of the following Macintosh models:
LC475, LC575, LC630
Quadra series
Centris series
PowerBook®series (190, 520, 540, 550 or later)
PowerBook Duo 280, 2300c/100
Performa®475, 575, 588, 630, 5210 or later
Power Macintosh®series
iMac™ Series (USB connection only
Power Macintosh G3 (USB connection only)
◗For serial connection: System 7.1 or later (7.6 or later
recommended); some application software on the EPSON
CD-ROM may require System 7.52 or later
For USB connection: iMac or Power Macintosh G3 with System
8.1 or later
Caution:
If your iMac is running
OS 8.1, you must
download and install
the iMac Update 1.0
from Apple at
http://swupdates.info.
apple.com before yo
install the EPSON
USB printer software.
Contact Apple
Computer if you have
problems installing
this update.
If your iMac is running
OS 8.5, you don’t
need to download
and install the iMac
Update 1.0; your
system includes full
support for the
EPSON USB printer
software.

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◗At least 16MB of RAM (20MB or more recommended)
◗At least 50MB of free hard disk space for storing images
(100MB recommended)
◗13-inch RGB display or better
◗Double-speed CD-ROM drive (quad-speed or faster
recommended) for installing the printer software
◗For serial connection, an ImageWriter®II serial cable or
equivalent (8-pin mini DIN male/male, Belkin F2V024
recommended)
For USB connection to an iMac or Power Macintosh G3, a
shielded USB “AB” interface cable, from Series A (computer) to
Series B (printer) up to 6.5 ft. (2 meters) long
Windows System Requirements
To use your printer and its software with a PC, your system should
have:
◗An IBM®compatible PC with at least a 386/25 MHz (for
Windows 3.1x), 486/25 MHz (for Windows 95 or Windows
NT®4.0), or 486/66 MHz (for Windows 98) processor
(Pentium®processor recommended)
◗DOS, Microsoft Windows 3.1x, Windows 95, Windows 98, or
Windows NT 4.0
Caution:
Using an improperly
shielded USB cable—
especially a cable
more than 6.5 ft.
(2 meters) long—may
cause the printer to
malfunction.

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◗At least 16MB of RAM (32MB for Windows 3.1, 95, or 98 or
64MB for Windows NT 4.0 recommended)
◗At least 50MB of free hard disk space for storing images
(100MB recommended)
◗VGA, Super VGA, or better display adapter and monitor
◗Double-speed CD-ROM drive (quad-speed or faster
recommended) for installing the printer software
◗For parallel connection, a high-speed, bidirectional, IEEE-1284
compliant parallel cable (6 to 10 feet long). The cable must
have a D-SUB, 25-pin, male connector foryour computer and a
36-pin, Centronics®compatible connector for the printer.
For USB connection to a computer with Windows 98 and a
Windows 98 compliant USB port, a shielded USB “AB”
interface cable, from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer)
up to 6.5 ft. (2 meters) long
Caution:
Using an improperly
shielded USB cable—
especially a cable
more than 6.5 ft.
(2 meters) long—may
cause the printer to
malfunction.

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Printer Parts
paper support
printer cover
output tray
output tray extensions
edge
guides
sheet feeder
paper thickness
lever
control panel
ink cartridge holders

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How To Use Your Manuals
To set up your printer and install the printer software, see the Start
Here card for Macintosh instructions or the Printer Basics book for
Windows instructions. This manual contains the following
information:
Basic Printing covers the basics of printing with Windows or
Macintosh.
Advanced Printing tells you how to print using custom settings for
print quality, color management, and distinctive layouts.
Printing on Special Media gives guidelines for selecting the right
paper or other media for your print job and instructions for loading it
in your printer.
Managing Print Jobs explains how to control print jobs and check
printer status while you’re printing.
Maintenance and Transportation gives instructions for replacing ink
cartridges, cleaning and aligning the print head, and cleaning and
transporting the printer.
Troubleshooting provides solutions for any problems you may have
with your printer or software.
Specifications provides the technical details on your printer, ink
cartridges, and EPSON papers.
To go right to the section you need, see the Index.

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Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips
You’ll find this information throughout your manual:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information about your printer.
Tips contain additional hints for great printing.
ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
The EPA 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.

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Year 2000 Ready
Your EPSON printer is Year 2000 Ready . However, be sure
the other parts of your computer system are also ready for the
year 2000.
Important Safety Instructions
Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to
make sure you use the printer safely and effectively:
◗Turn off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with a
damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the printer.
◗Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a
radiator or heating vent.
◗Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet or
insert objects through the slots.
◗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.
Caution:
Always turn the
printer off using the
Ppowerbutton.Don’t
switch off the
electrical outlet or
unplug the printer
untilthePpower light
is off.

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◗Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily
unplugged.
Placez l’imprimante près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche
peut être débranchée facilement.
◗Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed.
◗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.
◗Except as specifically explained in this manual, do not attempt
to service the printer yourself.
◗Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the
printer; if the printerhas been dropped or the cabinet damaged;
if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct
change in performance. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions.
◗Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the cartridge
during printing.
◗Under normal circumstances, ink will not come out of the
cartridge. If it does get on your skin, wash it off with soap and
water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.

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◗Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.
◗Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This
could result in damage to the print head.
◗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.
◗Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its
foil package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time
before use may result in reduced print quality.
◗Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the
cartridge package. For best results, use up the ink cartridges
within six months of installing them.
◗Do not shake an ink cartridge; this can cause leakage.
◗Always turn the printer off using the Ppower button. When you
press this button, the Ppower light flashes briefly then goes
out. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the outlet
until the Ppower light is off.
◗Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is
capped in the far right position and the ink cartridges are in
place.

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Basic Printing
It’s easy to print all your color and monochrome documents with
your EPSON Stylus COLOR 740i. First set up your printer and
install the software, following the instructions in the Start Here card
or Printer Basics book. Read this chapter to find out about:
◗Printing from Windows
◗Printing from a Macintosh
Although your printer is named the EPSON Stylus COLOR 740i, be
sure to select EPSON Stylus COLOR 740 in your application
(Windows) or SC 740 in the Chooser (Macintosh).
Printing from Windows
This section tells you about:
◗Setting Printer Options from Windows Applications
◗Setting Default Printer Options
◗Checking Printer Status
Note:
For instructions on
printing with DOS,
see DOS Support.

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Setting Printer Options from Windows Applications
This section describes the settings you’ll need to check for all your
everyday printouts. See Advanced Printing for information about
advanced settings for special print jobs.
1Open a Windows application and select a file you want to print.
2Open the File menu and click Print. You see the Print dialog
box for your application.
3Make sure your EPSON Stylus COLOR 740 printer is selected,
and then click the Properties, Printer, Setup, or Options
button. (You may have to click a sequence of buttons in
different dialog boxes.)
Note:
You can also set
printer options by
clicking Print Setup in
the File menu, then
clicking the Printer,
Setup, Properties, or
Options button.
However, in most
applications you’ll
then have to select
the Print option from
the File menu to print
using your changes.
Click Properties