Epson Stylus Photo 895 User manual

Daily Use
Daily Use
Daily Use Printed in Japan
01.XX-XX 4013783-00 XXX
Color Ink Jet Printer
Color Ink Jet Printer
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system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,
recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION. Theinformation contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON
printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers.
Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of
this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser
or third parties as a result of accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized
modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly
comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION's operating and maintenance instructions.
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from
the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original
EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
electromagnetic interference that occurs from the use of any interface cables other than those
designated as EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
EPSON is a registered trademark and EPSON Stylus is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.
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and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
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Copyright © 2001 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.

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Contents
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Information for United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions . . . . . . . . 8
Printer Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Using the Roll Paper Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Removing Roll Paper from the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Storing EPSON Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Printing Photos Directly from PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . 20
Available Media Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Loading PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Printing from the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Printing All Photographs on a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Printing an Index Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Printing a Selected Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Printing Multiple Selected Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Printing with the DPOF setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Expanded Layout Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Using Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Brightness Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Changing Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

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Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Checking the Ink Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Replacing an Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Checking the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Transporting the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Error Indicators and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Printout Problems Not Related to Print Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Paper Does Not Feed Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Printer Does Not Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Cancelling Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Technical Support Web Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Regional Customer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Options and Consumable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Consumable products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Printer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Standards and Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

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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
marked on the printer.
When setting up your printer
Observe the following when setting up the printer:
❏Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet.
❏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 that
the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the
extension cord does not exceedthe cord’s ampere rating. Also,
make sure that the total ampere rating of all devices plugged
into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere
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❏Do not attempt to service the printer yourself.
❏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.
When 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.
❏Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be
fully ejected.
❏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 dust, shocks, and vibrations.
❏Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient
ventilation.
❏Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be
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When using the printer
Observe the following when using the printer:
❏Do not insert objects through the slots in the printer’s cabinet.
❏Take care not to spill liquid on 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 Processing light flashes briefly and
then goes out. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power
to the outlet until the Processing light stops flashing.
❏Before transporting the printer, make sure that the print head
is in the home (far right) position and the ink cartridges are
in place.
When using a memory card
❏Do not remove the memory card or turn off the printer power
while the computer and the memory card are communicating
(when the Processing light is flashing). Doing so can corrupt
memory card data.
❏The handling method varies depending on the storage media.
Be sure to refer to the documentation packaged with your
memory card and PC card adapter for details.
❏You can only use memory cards and PC card adapters that
are based on PCMCIA ATA standards (Memory Card ATA
standards) with this printer. For details about PCMCIA ATA
standards, please see the manual packaged with your
memory card or PC card adapter, or contact the manufacturer.

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When using the display or the optional Preview
Monitor
❏Your LCD panel may contain a few small bright or dark spots.
These are normal and do not mean that your LCD monitor is
broken.
❏Only use a dry, soft cloth to clean the display or the optional
Preview Monitor. Do not use liquid or chemical cleansers.
❏If the display on the printer or the Preview Monitor’s LCD
panel is damaged, contact your dealer. If the liquid crystal
solution gets on yourhands, wash them thoroughlywith soap
and water. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your eyes,
flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision
problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a physician
immediately.
❏Always attach the cover on the Preview Monitor slot, unless
using the optional Preview Monitor.
When 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 used ink cartridges, as there may
be some ink remaining around the ink supply port. If ink gets
on your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and 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 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.

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❏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.
❏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 touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge.
This may affect normal operation and printing.
❏The IC chip on this ink cartridge retains a variety of cartridge
related-information, such as the amount of ink remaining, so
that a cartridge may be removed and reinserted freely.
However, each time the cartridge is inserted, some ink is
consumed because the printer automatically performs a
reliability check.
❏If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink
supply area from dirt and dust and store it in the same
environment as the printer. A valve in the ink supply port
makes covers or plugs unnecessary, but the ink may stain
items that come in contact with this area of the cartridge. Do
not touch the ink supply port or surrounding area.
ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY
STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

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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.
Information 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 the
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

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If you have to fit a plug:
As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match
the coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug,
please observe the following:
❏The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal
in the plug which is marked with the letter Eor the earth
symbol (
G).
❏The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter N.
❏The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter L.
❏If the plug is damaged, replace the cord set or consult a
qualified electrician.
❏Replace fuses only with fuses 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.

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Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions
Printer Parts
roll paper holder
adapter
edge guides
output tray
paper support
printer cover
sheet feeder
output tray extension
card eject lever
PC card slot
roll paper holder
Preview Monitor cable connector
USB interface cable connector
Preview Monitor slot
Adjust lever

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Buttons
Control panel, front
Button Function
P
power
Turns the printer on and off.
Clears the printer's memory if pressed twice while the
power is on.
b
maintenance
Loads or ejects paper if pressed and released within
two seconds.
Resumes printing if pressed and released after a
paper out error.
Performs print head cleaning if pressed for 3 seconds
while the
berror light is off.
Moves the print head to the ink cartridge
replacement position and charges ink to the printer
when ink is out.
ink cartridge clamps
control panel, front
print head
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Control panel, top
z
roll paper
Loads and ejects roll paper.
Feeds roll paper in reverse to a position where it can
be easily removed from the sheet feeder, if pressed
for more than 3 seconds.
Clears the
berror light if pressed after removing roll
paper.
e
ink cartridge
replacement
Moves the print head to the ink cartridge
replacement position and charges ink to the printer
when ink is out.
Display:
Shows the items and settings you change
with the buttons on the control panel.
Arrow buttons (up, down, left, right):
Use arrow buttons, up or down to select
setting menus. Use arrow button, left or
right to decide the settings.
Select Photo button: Sets the number of
copies for the photo selected on the
Select Photo menu.
Brightness button: Press to change into the
brightness setting mode. Press three
seconds to change into the filter setting
mode.
Cancel button:
Cancels print operation, or settings on the
display.
Start Print button:
Starts printing with the settings selected
via the buttons on the control panel.
Processing light:
On when ready to print.
Flashes while processing the data.

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Note:
The buttons on the top control panel only affect direct printing from a
PC card.
Lights
Light Description
Processing On when the printer is on.
Flashes when the printer is receiving data, reading data
from a PC card, sending PC card data to the computer,
printing, charging ink, cleaning the print head, or when
an ink cartridge is being replaced.
b
error
On when the printer is out of paper. Load paper into the
sheet feeder, then press the
bmaintenance button to
resume printing.
On when the paper is jammed. Take all of the paper out
of the feeder, then reload it. If the light continues to
flash, turn off the printer and gently pull all of the paper
out of the printer.
Flashes when the black or color ink cartridge is nearly
empty.
On when the black or color ink cartridge is empty.
Replace the empty black ink cartridge or color ink
cartridge.
Black:
T007 Standard Capacity
T010 Light Capacity
Color:
T008
Flashes when the print head has moved to the ink
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Using Roll Paper
Using the Roll Paper Holder
With the roll paper holder mounted on the printer, you can print
in roll paper format, which is convenient for banner printing.
When you are printing using the roll paper holder, keep the
following in mind:
❏Load the paper printable side up.
❏Use flat, undamaged paper. If the paper is curled, flatten it
before loading to avoid paper feeding problems.
❏Always handle the paper by the edges.
❏Provide ample space in front of the printer for the paper to
eject fully.
❏Make sure that the output tray is down and the output tray
extension is closed.
❏Check that the end of the paper is cut cleanly, perpendicular
to the long axis of the paper. If it is cut on a diagonal or not
cleanly, the paper may not feed smoothly or the print may
extend off the edge of the paper.
❏EPSON recommends using media distributed by EPSON to
ensure high-quality results.
Loading the roll paper
Follow the directions below to mount the roll paper holder and
load the following types of roll paper.

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1. Load roll paper in the roll paper holder.
Note:
Remove the transparent sheet after setting the roll paper into the
holders.
2. Check that the end of the roll is cut perpendicularly to the
edges as shown, using a triangle.
Photo Paper (100 mm ×8m)
Photo Paper (210 mm ×10 m)
Premium Glossy Photo Paper (100 mm ×8m)
Premium Glossy Photo Paper (127 mm ×8m)
Premium Glossy Photo Paper (210 mm ×10 m)
Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (100 mm ×8m)

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cCaution:
Always use a triangle or other tool to ensure that the end of
the roll is cut perpendicularly. A diagonal cut may cause
paper feed problems.
3. To flatten the roll paper, place it printable-side up between
the pages of the instruction booklet packaged with the roll
paper to protect it. Then, roll the booklet in the direction
opposite of the paper’s curl.
4. Remove the paper support and lower the output tray. Then
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5. Insert the roll paper holder adapter into the slot at the rear of
the printer, then attach the roll paper holder to the adapter.
6. Gently insert the end of the paper into the printers as far as it
will go, flush with the right edge guide. Slide the left edge
guide against the left edge of the printer.
7. To load the paper correctly, you must hold the paper in place
with your hand while you press the
zroll paper button. The
paper will feed into the printer.