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YMCK
Color Ink Jet Printer
Color Ink Jet Printer
Daily Use Daily Use
Printed in Japan 4010987
99.XX-X XXX-00
4010987 DICF43 4010987 PMS301 4010987 BK
1-F Rev.0 1-F Rev.0 1-F Rev.0
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ A5 size FRONT.FM 12/21/99 Pass 0 Where to Find Information Setup Guide ❏ This guide will help you set up and begin using your printer. It includes information on setting up your printer and installing the printer software. Daily Use Guide ❏ This guide provides information on daily printer operation. It also contains troubleshooting tips and customer support information. Online Guides included on the
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ K.Norum _______ A5 size FRONT.FM 12/21/99 Pass 0 Copyright All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval 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. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer. EPSON i
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size FRONT.FM 12/21/99 Pass 2 Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan Representative: EPSON EUROPE B.V. Address: Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Amstelveen The Netherlands Declares that the Product: Product Name: Ink Jet Printer Model: P151A Conforms to the following Di
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 R M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SHORT.TOC 12/21/99 Pass 3 Contents Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 A Few Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SHORT.TOC 12/21/99 Pass 2 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Can not install the USB Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Typical Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Cancelling Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 R M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SAFE.FM 12/21/99 Pass 3 Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. ❏ Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet. Do not insert objects through the slots. ❏ Take care not to spill liquid on the printer. ❏ Use only the type of power source
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SAFE.FM 12/21/99 Pass 2 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 use the printer in Germany, observe the following
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 R M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SAFE.FM 12/21/99 Pass 3 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. ❏ If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SAFE.FM 12/21/99 Pass 2 Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient ❏ ventilation. ❏ 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 an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 R M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SAFE.FM 12/21/99 Pass 3 Safety information Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for w 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:
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SAFE.FM 12/21/99 Pass 2 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. w Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. c Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer. 6
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 R M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size PARTS.FM 12/21/99 Pass 3 Printer Parts and Functions Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions paper support paper support extension printer cover edge guides output tray sheet feeder output tray extension ink cartridge clamps adjust lever control panel 7
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size PARTS.FM 12/21/99 Pass 2 Buttons Button Function Turns the printer on and off. P Clears the printer's memory if pressed twice while the Power power is on. Loads or ejects paper if pressed and released within E 2seconds. Load/Eject Resumes printing if pressed and released after a paper out error. Moves the print head to the ink cartridge replacement B R position if pressed for
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 R M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size PAPER.FM 12/21/99 Pass 3 Loading Special Paper Loading Special Paper and Other Media You can print on a wide variety of special media, including ink jet paper, photo quality glossy film, photo paper, transparencies, envelopes, index cards, and adhesive sheets. When loading special paper distributed by EPSON, read the instruction sheets packed with your special media first and keep the follow
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size PAPER.FM 12/21/99 Pass 2 Loading capacity for envelopes and EPSON special media is ❏ explained below. Envelopes Up to 10 envelopes. Note: If the total thickness of the stack of envelopes exceeds 10 mm, press each envelope flat before loading. 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper and Up to the arrow mark on the left edge Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper guide. Photo Quality Ink Jet Card, Up to 30 index cards. Al
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 R M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size PAPER.FM 12/21/99 Pass 3 Matte Paper-Heavyweight Up to 20 sheets. For A3 and Super A3 size, you can load 1 sheet at a time. Always put a support sheet* under the stack of Matte Paper-Heavyweight. Ink Jet Back Light Film One sheet at a time. Always put a sheet of plain paper under back light film. * Take care not to print on support sheets loaded under special media. About special media clean
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size PAPER.FM 12/21/99 Pass 2 ❏ When the adjust lever is in the “+” position, make sure the High Speed setting in the printer driver’s Advanced dialog box is off. To turn this option off, you may also need to change the Print Quality setting. ❏ Load envelopes flap edge first with the flap side down, as shown in the illustration. Available envelopes sizes are: No.10, DL, C6, 132 mm × 220 mm ❏ Do n
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 R M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/21/99 Pass 3 Printing with Windows Printer Software Introduction The printer software includes a printer driver and printer utilities. The printer driver lets you choose from a wide variety of settings to get the best results from your printer. The printer utilities help you check the printer and keep it in top condition. Getting more information For information on using the print
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Proof Sign-off: R4C478 L M. Hida, CRE Tsukada_______ short.bk Rev_C N. Nomoto _______ _______ A5 size SOFTW.FM 12/21/99 Pass 2 When you access the printer software from the Start menu, the settings you make apply to all of your Windows applications. From Windows applications 1. Open the File menu and choose or . Print Print Setup 2. Then click Printer, Setup, Options, or Properties. (Depending on your application, you may need to click a combination of these buttons.) The printer software wi
