Epson WorkForce Pro WP-M4015 User manual

User’s Guide
NPD4750-00 EN

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Clarendon, Helvetica, New Century Schoolbook, Optima, Palatino, Stempel Garamond, Times and Univers are
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registered in certain jurisdictions.
This product includes RSA BSAFE® Cryptographic software from RSA Security Inc.
RSA, BSAFE are either registered trademarks or trademarks of RSA Security Inc. in the United States and/or other
countries.
RSA Security Inc. All rights reserved.
PCL is the registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company.
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THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE REGENTS AND CONTRIBUTORS ''AS IS'' AND ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
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This code illustrates a sample implementation of the Arcfour algorithm
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Guidelines
Where to Find Information
Setup Guide (paper) Provides you with information on setting up the product and installing the software.
User’s Guide (PDF, this
manual)
Provides you with detailed information on the product’s functions, optional products,
maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
Network Guide (HTML) Provides network administrators with information on both the printer driver and network
settings.
Available features for your product
Check what is available for your product.
WP-M4015 WP-M4095
Print ✓✓
Print (PS3/PCL) - ✓
Ethernet ✓✓
Note for WP-M4095:
For PS3/PCL models, you need to download the software from the Epson’s website. Contact customer support in your region
for more details on obtaining the printer driver and system requirements such as supported operating systems.
Illustrations used in this guide
The illustrations in this guide are from a similar product model. Although they may differ from your actual product,
the method of operation is the same.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes in this manual are indicated as below and have the following meaning.
!
Warnings
must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
!
Cautions
must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
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Notes
contain important information and useful tips on the operation of the product.
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Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of the instructions in this section before using the product. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the product.
Setting up the product
Observe the following when setting up the product:
❏Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the product.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the product’s label.
❏Use only the power cord that comes with the product. Use of another cord may result in fire or electric shock.
❏The product’s power cord is for use with the product only. Use with other equipment may result in fire or electric
shock.
❏Be sure your AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standard.
❏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.
❏The power-supply cords should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place
objects on top of the power-supply cords and do not allow the power-supply cords to be stepped on or run over. Be
particularly careful to keep all the power-supply cords straight at the ends and the points where they enter and
leave the transformer.
❏If you use an extension cord with the product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into
the extension cord does not exceed the 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 rating.
❏Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the power cord, printer unit, scanner unit, or options by yourself,
except as specifically explained in the product’s guides.
❏Unplug the product and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the product; the product has been dropped or the casing
damaged; the product does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Do not adjust
controls that are not covered by the operating instructions.
❏If you plan to use the product 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 the product.
❏When connecting the product to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the correct orientation of the
connectors. Each connector has only one correct orientation. Inserting a connector in the wrong orientation may
damage both devices connected by the cable.
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❏If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. If there are fuses in the plug,
make sure you replace them with fuses of the correct size and rating.
Choosing a place for the product
Observe the following when choosing a place for the product:
❏Place the product on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base of the product in all directions. If you place
the product by the wall, leave more than 10 cm between the back of the product and the wall. The product will not
operate properly if it is tilted at an angle.
❏When storing or transporting the product, avoid tilting it, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down;
otherwise ink may leak.
❏Allow spaces behind the product for the cables, and space above the product so that you can fully raise the
document cover.
❏Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also, keep the product away from direct
sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
❏Do not place or store the product outdoors, near excessive dirt or dust, water, heat sources, or in locations subject
to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity. Do not use with wet hands.
❏Place the product near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.
Using the product
Observe the following when using the product:
❏Do not insert objects through the slots in the product.
❏Take care not to spill liquid on the product.
❏Do not put your hand inside the product or touch the ink cartridges during printing.
❏Do not touch the white flat cable inside the product.
❏Do not use aerosol products that contain flammable gases inside or around the product. Doing so may cause
fire.
❏Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may damage the product.
❏Always turn the product off using the POn button. Do not unplug the product or turn off the power at the outlet
until the LCD panel has turned off completely.
❏Before transporting the product, make sure that the print head is in the home (far right) position and the ink
cartridges are in place.
❏Leave the ink cartridges installed. Removing the cartridges can dry out the print head and may prevent the printer
from printing.
❏Be careful not to trap your fingers when closing the scanner unit.
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❏If you are not going to use the product for a long period, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
❏Do not press too hard on the document table when placing the originals.
Handling ink cartridges
Observe the following when handling the ink cartridges:
❏Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink.
❏If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with
water.
❏Before installing the new ink cartridge in the printer, shake it back and forth horizontally in five centimeter
movements about 15 times within five seconds.
❏Use the ink cartridge before the date printed on its package.
❏Use up the ink cartridge within six months of installation for best results.
❏Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could damage the print head.
❏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 ink cartridge status,
so that the cartridge may be removed and reinserted freely.
❏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 this product. Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary,
but care is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink supply
port or surrounding area.
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Contents
Copyright and Trademarks
CopyrightandTrademarks...................2
Guidelines
WheretoFindInformation...................5
Availablefeaturesforyourproduct...........5
Illustrationsusedinthisguide...............5
Warnings,Cautions,andNotes................5
Safety Instructions
ImportantSafetyInstructions.................7
Settinguptheproduct.....................7
Choosingaplacefortheproduct.............8
Usingtheproduct........................8
Handlinginkcartridges....................9
Getting to Know Your Product
ProductParts............................12
GuidetotheControlPanel..................15
ButtonsandLights......................15
Paper Handling
Introduction to Using, Loading, and Storing
Media..................................16
Selecting which tray to use and its loading
capacities.............................16
Storingpaper..........................17
LoadingPaper............................18
Intothepapercassette....................18
IntotherearMPtray.....................20
LoadingEnvelopes........................22
Printing
UsingYourSoftware.......................25
Printerdriverandstatusmonitor............25
BasicPrinting............................26
Selectingthecorrectpapertype.............26
Loadingpaperorenvelopes................27
BasicprintersettingsforWindows...........27
Basic printer settings for Mac OS X 10.5 or 10.6
....................................29
CancelingPrinting........................30
Usingtheprinterbutton..................31
ForWindows..........................31
ForMacOSX..........................31
PrintingwithSpecialLayoutOptions...........32
2-SidedPrinting........................32
FittoPagePrinting......................38
PagesPerSheetPrinting..................41
PosterPrinting(forWindowsonly)..........43
WatermarkPrinting(forWindowsonly)......47
SharingYourPrinter.......................49
Using the PostScript Printer Driver and the PCL6
PrinterDriver............................49
Installing Option
250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit................50
Installingthepapercassetteunit............50
Uninstallingthecassetteunit...............51
Replacing Consumables
InkCartridges............................52
Checkingtheinkcartridgestatus............52
Precautions on ink cartridge replacement. . . . . . 54
Replacinganinkcartridge.................55
MaintenanceBox.........................57
Checkingthemaintenanceboxstatus.........57
Handlingprecautions....................57
Replacingamaintenancebox...............57
MaintainingYourPrinterand Software
CheckingthePrintHeadNozzles..............60
Using the Nozzle Check utility for Windows
....................................60
Using the Nozzle Check utility for Mac OS X
....................................60
Usingtheprinterbuttons.................61
CleaningthePrintHead....................62
Using the Head Cleaning utility for Windows
....................................62
Using the Head Cleaning utility for Mac OS X
....................................62
Usingtheprinterbuttons.................63
AligningthePrintHead....................64
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