Epson WF-C579R Series User manual

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Note: Make sure the ink pack is fully inserted and level with the
top of the ink pack tray.
6 Insert the ink pack tray into the printer. Repeat steps 2 to
6 for the other ink packs.
Note: The ink packs are keyed to t into the correct color slot.
If you cannot insert the ink pack tray all the way, do not force
it. Make sure the ink pack color matches the color slot on the
printer.
7 Close the ink pack tray cover and lock it.
8 Select OK on the LCD screen to start charging the ink.
Ink charging takes approximately 9 minutes. A message
appears when ink charging is complete.
Caution: Do not unplug or turn o the product, raise the scanner
unit, or open the front cover while the product is charging or you’ll
waste ink.
4Load paper
See the online User’s Guide for information about loading
capacity, available paper types and sizes, loading envelopes,
and using the rear paper feed slot or ADF.
1 Make sure the product is done charging the ink, then pull
out the paper cassette.
IMPORTANT: Before using this product, make sure you read these
instructions and the safety instructions in the online User’s Guide.
Note: This printer is designed for use with Epson®ink packs
only, not third-party ink. For important ink information, visit
www.latin.epson.com/tintaepson or see your printer box.
Important Safety Instructions:When using telephone equipment, you
should always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
࡟Do not use the Epson product near water.
࡟Always keep this guide handy.
• Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a
remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only a No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.
1Unpack
Warning: The product is heavy and should be lifted and moved by
two people.
1 Remove all protective materials from the product.
Note: Keep the two protective pieces shown after removing them
from inside the product. You will need them if you transport your
product. See your product’s online User’s Guide for transportation
instructions.
2 Lift up the scanner unit and remove all protective materials
from inside the product, then close the scanner unit.
3 If your product has an additional paper cassette unit, place
the product on the included paper cassette unit as shown
and attach the included sticker.
4 Insert the output tray, then set it down gently.
2Turn on and configure
1 Connect the power cord to the back of the product and to
an electrical outlet.
Caution: Do not connect to your computer yet.
2 Turn on the product.
Note: If an error code appears, turn o the product and check that
no protective material has been left inside the product.
3 Select your language, country, and time on the LCD screen.
Note: You can change these settings later using the product’s
control panel. For more information, see the online User’s Guide.
3Install ink supply units
(ink packs)
Note: The included initial ink packs are designed for reliable printer setup
and cannot be used as replacement ink packs or resold. After setup, the
remaining ink is available for printing.
Caution: Keep the ink packs out of the reach of children and do not
drink the ink.
1 Unlock and open the ink pack tray cover.
2 Press an ink pack tray to release it, then pull the tray out.
3 Remove and discard the protective piece from the ink pack
tray.
4 Shake an ink pack 10 times, then remove it from the
packaging.
Note: Do not touch the green chip on the ink pack.
5 Move the handle forward, place the ink pack into the ink
pack tray, then move the handle back to its original position.
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Note: Make sure the ink pack is fully inserted and level with the
top of the ink pack tray.
6 Insert the ink pack tray into the printer. Repeat steps 2 to
6 for the other ink packs.
Note: The ink packs are keyed to t into the correct color slot.
If you cannot insert the ink pack tray all the way, do not force
it. Make sure the ink pack color matches the color slot on the
printer.
7 Close the ink pack tray cover and lock it.
8 Select OK on the LCD screen to start charging the ink.
Ink charging takes approximately 9 minutes. A message
appears when ink charging is complete.
Caution: Do not unplug or turn o the product, raise the scanner
unit, or open the front cover while the product is charging or you’ll
waste ink.
4Load paper
See the online User’s Guide for information about loading
capacity, available paper types and sizes, loading envelopes,
and using the rear paper feed slot or ADF.
1 Make sure the product is done charging the ink, then pull
out the paper cassette.
IMPORTANT: Before using this product, make sure you read these
instructions and the safety instructions in the online User’s Guide.
Note: This printer is designed for use with Epson®ink packs
only, not third-party ink. For important ink information, visit
www.latin.epson.com/tintaepson or see your printer box.
Important Safety Instructions:When using telephone equipment, you
should always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
࡟Do not use the Epson product near water.
࡟Always keep this guide handy.
• Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a
remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only a No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.
1Unpack
Warning: The product is heavy and should be lifted and moved by
two people.
1 Remove all protective materials from the product.
Note: Keep the two protective pieces shown after removing them
from inside the product. You will need them if you transport your
product. See your product’s online User’s Guide for transportation
instructions.
2 Lift up the scanner unit and remove all protective materials
from inside the product, then close the scanner unit.
3 If your product has an additional paper cassette unit, place
the product on the included paper cassette unit as shown
and attach the included sticker.
4 Insert the output tray, then set it down gently.
2Turn on and configure
1 Connect the power cord to the back of the product and to
an electrical outlet.
Caution: Do not connect to your computer yet.
2 Turn on the product.
Note: If an error code appears, turn o the product and check that
no protective material has been left inside the product.
3 Select your language, country, and time on the LCD screen.
Note: You can change these settings later using the product’s
control panel. For more information, see the online User’s Guide.
3Install ink supply units
(ink packs)
Note: The included initial ink packs are designed for reliable printer setup
and cannot be used as replacement ink packs or resold. After setup, the
remaining ink is available for printing.
Caution: Keep the ink packs out of the reach of children and do not
drink the ink.
1 Unlock and open the ink pack tray cover.
2 Press an ink pack tray to release it, then pull the tray out.
3 Remove and discard the protective piece from the ink pack
tray.
4 Shake an ink pack 10 times, then remove it from the
packaging.
Note: Do not touch the green chip on the ink pack.
5 Move the handle forward, place the ink pack into the ink
pack tray, then move the handle back to its original position.
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6Install software
Note:
• An Internet connection is required to obtain the product software.
• To print from a Chromebook™, go to
www.latin.epson.com/support/chromebookprint for instructions.
Firmware Update Notice: The printer is designed to work only with
genuine Epson branded ink packs. Other brands of ink packs and ink
supplies are not compatible and, even if described as compatible, may
not function properly or at all. Epson periodically provides rmware
updates to address issues of security, performance, minor bug xes and
ensure the printer functions as designed. These updates may aect the
functionality of third-party ink. Non-Epson branded or altered Epson
packs that functioned prior to a rmware update may not continue to
function.
Standard software package
1 Make sure the product is NOT CONNECTED to your
computer.
Windows®:If you see a Found New Hardware screen, click Cancel
and disconnect the USB cable.
2 Download and run your product’s software package:
www.epson.com.jm/support/wfc579r
3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to run the
setup program.
4 When you see the Select Your Connection screen, select
one of the following and follow the on-screen instructions:
• Wireless connection
In most cases, the software installer automatically
attempts to set up your wireless connection. If setup is
unsuccessful, you may need to enter your network name
(SSID) and password.
• Direct USB connection
Make sure you have a USB cable (not included).
• Wired network connection
Make sure you have an Ethernet cable (not included).
PCL or PostScript driver
Download the software and see your online User’s Guide for
instructions.
www.epson.com.jm/support/wfc579r
Technical support
Visit www.epson.com.jm/support/wfc579r to download
drivers, view manuals, get FAQs, or contact Epson.
You can also speak to a service technician by calling one of
these numbers:
Argentina (54 11) 5167-0300 Guatemala* 1-800-835-0358
0800-288-37766 Mexico 01-800-087-1080
Bolivia* 800-100-116 Mexico City (52 55) 1323-2052
Chile (56 2) 2484-3400 Nicaragua* 00-1-800-226-0368
Colombia 018000-915235 Panama* 00-800-052-1376
Bogota (57 1) 592-2200 Paraguay 009-800-521-0019
Costa Rica 800-377-6627 Peru 0800-10126
Dominican Lima (51 1) 418-0210
Republic* 1-888-760-0068 Uruguay 00040-5210067
Ecuador* 1-800-000-044 Venezuela (58 212) 240-1111
El Salvador* 800-6570
* Contact your local phone company to call this toll-free number from a mobile
phone.
If your country does not appear on the list, contact your
nearest Epson sales oce. Toll or long distance charges
may apply.
Need paper and ink?
Ensure brilliant results with Epson specialty and
plain papers, engineered specically for Epson
printers. You can purchase them from an Epson
authorized reseller. To nd the nearest one, visit
www.latin.epson.com or contact Epson as
described in “Any questions?” on this sheet.
WF-C579R replacement ink packs
Color Standard-
capacity
High-
capacity
Black T01C120 T01D120
Cyan T01C220 T01D220
Magenta T01C320 T01D320
Yellow T01C420 T01D420
2 Slide the side edge guides all the way out and set the front
edge guide to the paper size you are using.
3 Insert paper with the glossy or printable side down.
Standard paper:
Thick paper:
Note: Make sure the paper is under the arrow mark for your
paper type and loaded against the front edge of the cassette.
4 Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too
tightly.
5 Keep the cassette at as you insert it all the way, then pull
out the output tray extension.
6 Select the paper settings on the product’s control panel.
5Connect the fax line
1 Connect a phone cord to a telephone wall jack and to the
LINE port on your product. See the online User’s Guide for
more information.
2 If prompted, select Proceed on the LCD screen to set up
the fax, or select Close to set it up later.
Mobile printing
• Print directly from a smartphone or tablet using iOS or
Android™ with Epson iPrint™. Simply connect your printer
and device to the same network and tap the action icon to
select the print option.
• Print directly from your Android (v4.4 or later) device*. Simply
connect your printer and device to the same network and tap
the menu icon to select the print option.
• Print remotely with Epson Connect™. See your online
User’s Guide for instructions or learn more at
www.latin.epson.com/connect.
* May require the Epson Print Enabler or Mopria Print Service app from Google
Play™.
Any problems?
Network setup was unsuccessful.
• Print a network connection report to identify network problems
and solutions. See your online User’s Guide for instructions.
• Make sure you select the right network name (SSID).
• Restart your router (turn it o and then on), then try to connect
to it again.
• The printer can only connect to a network that supports
2.4 GHz connections. If your router oers both 2.4 GHz and
5 GHz connections, make sure 2.4 GHz is enabled.
• If you see a rewall alert message, click Unblock or Allow to
let setup continue.
• If your network has security enabled, make sure you enter your
network password (WEP key or WPA passphrase) correctly. Be
sure to enter your password in the correct case.
There are lines or incorrect colors in my printouts.
Run a nozzle check to see if there are any gaps in the printout.
Then clean the print head, if necessary. See the online User’s
Guide for more information.
The product’s screen is dark.
Make sure your product is turned on, and touch the screen or
press any button to wake it from sleep mode.
Setup is unable to find my printer after connecting it
with a USB cable.
Make sure your product is securely connected.
Any questions?
User’s Guide
Windows: Click the icon on your desktop or Apps screen to
access the online User’s Guide.
Mac: Click the icon in Applications/Epson Software/Guide to
access the online User’s Guide.
If you don’t have a User’s Guide icon, go to the Epson website,
as described in “Technical support.”
EPSON and DURABrite are registered trademarks, EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered
logomark, and Epson Connect and Epson iPrint are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.
Designed for Excellence is a trademark of Epson America, Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Android, Chromebook, and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identication purposes only and may be
trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
This information is subject to change without notice.
© 2021 Epson America, Inc., 5/21 CPD-56079R1
Printed in XXXXXX
4141509 Rev.0
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6Install software
Note:
• An Internet connection is required to obtain the product software.
• To print from a Chromebook™, go to
www.latin.epson.com/support/chromebookprint for instructions.
Firmware Update Notice: The printer is designed to work only with
genuine Epson branded ink packs. Other brands of ink packs and ink
supplies are not compatible and, even if described as compatible, may
not function properly or at all. Epson periodically provides rmware
updates to address issues of security, performance, minor bug xes and
ensure the printer functions as designed. These updates may aect the
functionality of third-party ink. Non-Epson branded or altered Epson
packs that functioned prior to a rmware update may not continue to
function.
Standard software package
1 Make sure the product is NOT CONNECTED to your
computer.
Windows®:If you see a Found New Hardware screen, click Cancel
and disconnect the USB cable.
2 Download and run your product’s software package:
www.epson.com.jm/support/wfc579r
3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to run the
setup program.
4 When you see the Select Your Connection screen, select
one of the following and follow the on-screen instructions:
• Wireless connection
In most cases, the software installer automatically
attempts to set up your wireless connection. If setup is
unsuccessful, you may need to enter your network name
(SSID) and password.
• Direct USB connection
Make sure you have a USB cable (not included).
• Wired network connection
Make sure you have an Ethernet cable (not included).
PCL or PostScript driver
Download the software and see your online User’s Guide for
instructions.
www.epson.com.jm/support/wfc579r
Technical support
Visit www.epson.com.jm/support/wfc579r to download
drivers, view manuals, get FAQs, or contact Epson.
You can also speak to a service technician by calling one of
these numbers:
Argentina (54 11) 5167-0300 Guatemala* 1-800-835-0358
0800-288-37766 Mexico 01-800-087-1080
Bolivia* 800-100-116 Mexico City (52 55) 1323-2052
Chile (56 2) 2484-3400 Nicaragua* 00-1-800-226-0368
Colombia 018000-915235 Panama* 00-800-052-1376
Bogota (57 1) 592-2200 Paraguay 009-800-521-0019
Costa Rica 800-377-6627 Peru 0800-10126
Dominican Lima (51 1) 418-0210
Republic* 1-888-760-0068 Uruguay 00040-5210067
Ecuador* 1-800-000-044 Venezuela (58 212) 240-1111
El Salvador* 800-6570
* Contact your local phone company to call this toll-free number from a mobile
phone.
If your country does not appear on the list, contact your
nearest Epson sales oce. Toll or long distance charges
may apply.
Need paper and ink?
Ensure brilliant results with Epson specialty and
plain papers, engineered specically for Epson
printers. You can purchase them from an Epson
authorized reseller. To nd the nearest one, visit
www.latin.epson.com or contact Epson as
described in “Any questions?” on this sheet.
WF-C579R replacement ink packs
Color Standard-
capacity
High-
capacity
Black T01C120 T01D120
Cyan T01C220 T01D220
Magenta T01C320 T01D320
Yellow T01C420 T01D420
2 Slide the side edge guides all the way out and set the front
edge guide to the paper size you are using.
3 Insert paper with the glossy or printable side down.
Standard paper:
Thick paper:
Note: Make sure the paper is under the arrow mark for your
paper type and loaded against the front edge of the cassette.
4 Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too
tightly.
5 Keep the cassette at as you insert it all the way, then pull
out the output tray extension.
6 Select the paper settings on the product’s control panel.
5Connect the fax line
1 Connect a phone cord to a telephone wall jack and to the
LINE port on your product. See the online User’s Guide for
more information.
2 If prompted, select Proceed on the LCD screen to set up
the fax, or select Close to set it up later.
Mobile printing
•Print directly from a smartphone or tablet using iOS or
Android™ with Epson iPrint™. Simply connect your printer
and device to the same network and tap the action icon to
select the print option.
•Print directly from your Android (v4.4 or later) device*. Simply
connect your printer and device to the same network and tap
the menu icon to select the print option.
•Print remotely with Epson Connect™. See your online
User’s Guide for instructions or learn more at
www.latin.epson.com/connect.
* May require the Epson Print Enabler or Mopria Print Service app from Google
Play™.
Any problems?
Network setup was unsuccessful.
•Print a network connection report to identify network problems
and solutions. See your online User’s Guide for instructions.
•Make sure you select the right network name (SSID).
•Restart your router (turn it o and then on), then try to connect
to it again.
•The printer can only connect to a network that supports
2.4 GHz connections. If your router oers both 2.4 GHz and
5 GHz connections, make sure 2.4 GHz is enabled.
•If you see a rewall alert message, click Unblock or Allow to
let setup continue.
•If your network has security enabled, make sure you enter your
network password (WEP key or WPA passphrase) correctly. Be
sure to enter your password in the correct case.
There are lines or incorrect colors in my printouts.
Run a nozzle check to see if there are any gaps in the printout.
Then clean the print head, if necessary. See the online User’s
Guide for more information.
The product’s screen is dark.
Make sure your product is turned on, and touch the screen or
press any button to wake it from sleep mode.
Setup is unable to find my printer after connecting it
with a USB cable.
Make sure your product is securely connected.
Any questions?
User’s Guide
Windows: Click the icon on your desktop or Apps screen to
access the online User’s Guide.
Mac: Click the icon in Applications/Epson Software/Guide to
access the online User’s Guide.
If you don’t have a User’s Guide icon, go to the Epson website,
as described in “Technical support.”
EPSON and DURABrite are registered trademarks, EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered
logomark, and Epson Connect and Epson iPrint are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.
Designed for Excellence is a trademark of Epson America, Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Android, Chromebook, and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identication purposes only and may be
trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
This information is subject to change without notice.
CPD-56079R1
© 2021 Epson America, Inc., 5/21
Printed in XXXXXX
4141509 Rev.0
1-B K