Epson Stylus Color 980 User manual

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Contents
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
A Few Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Setup Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Attaching the Paper Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Plugging in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing the Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Checking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Printing Your First Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Printer Parts and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Loading Special Paper, Envelopes, and Other Media
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Loading Special Paper and Other Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Loading Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Printing with Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Printer Software Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Making Changes to Printer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Previewing your printout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Getting Information Through Online Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Printing with Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

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Printer Software Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Making Changes to Printer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Previewing your printout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Double-Sided Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Using Double-Sided Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Replacing an Empty Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Checking the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Aligning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Correcting USB Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Using the Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Typical Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Cancelling Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Options and Consumable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Options and Consumable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Printer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Printing with DOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Installing the Printer Driver for DOS Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Changing the Print Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Changing the default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

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Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of the instructions in this section before using your
printer. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions that
are marked on the printer.
❏Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet.
Do not insert objects through the slots.
❏Do not to spill liquid on the printer.
❏Use only the type of power source that is indicated on the
printer’s label.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.
Avoid using outlets that are on the same circuit as
photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on
and off.
❏Avoid electrical outlets that are controlled by wall switches
or automatic timers.
❏Keep theentire 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 that
the total ampere rating of the devices that are plugged into
the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating.
Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of all devices that
are 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, the building
installation must be protected by a 10 or 16 amp circuit
breaker to provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for this printer.
Note for German-speaking users:
Bei Anschluss des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muss
sichergestellt werden, dass die Gebäudeinstallation mit einer 10 A-
oder 16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.
A Few Precautions
Read the information in this section before using the printer,
handling the ink cartridges, or choosing a location for the printer.
Using the printer
Observe the following 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 and
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 that the print head
is in the home (far right) position and that the ink cartridges
are in place.

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Handling the ink cartridges
Observe the following 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.
❏Be careful when you handle the used ink cartridges, as there
may be some ink around the ink supply port. If ink gets on
your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water. If
ink gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If
discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough
flushing, see a doctor immediately.
❏Do not shake an ink cartridge; this can cause leakage.
❏Install an 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: otherwise, it may result in reduced print
quality. For best results, use up the ink cartridges within six
months of first installing them.
❏After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site,
allow it to warm up at room temperature for at least three
hours before using it.
❏Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.
❏Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This
could damage the print head.

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Choosing a place for the printer
Observe the following 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 that are subject to rapid changes in temperature
and humidity. Also, keep the printer away from direct
sunlight, strong light, and heat sources.
❏Avoid places that are subject to shocks and vibrations.
❏Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient
ventilation.
❏Avoid places subject to dust.
❏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.
ENERGY STAR Compliance
As anENERGY 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, copiers, and
scanners, in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power
generation.

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For United Kingdom Users
Use of options
EPSON (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or
problems arising from the use of any options or consumable
products other than those designated as Original EPSON
Products or EPSON Approved Products by EPSON (UK) Limited.
Safety information
wWarning:
This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for
voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the
supply voltage.
Important:
The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow —Earth
Blue —Neutral
Brown —Live
If you have to fit a plug:
As the colours of the mains lead for this appliance may not match
the coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug,
please proceed as follows:
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in
the plug that is marked with the letter Eor the earth symbol (G).
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug that
is marked with the letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug that
is marked with the letter L.

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If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a
qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
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.