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Epson Stylus C88 Quick Manual

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  • Page 1: Quick Guide

    Epson Stylus C88+ ® Quick Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ........29 Checking the Printer’s Lights ........29 Problems and Solutions .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Epson does not guarantee the longevity of prints. For maximum print life, display all prints under glass or lamination or properly store them. After you have set up your Epson Stylus C88+ as described on the Start Here sheet, use these instructions to: ■...

  • Page 4: Loading Paper

    If you are just printing a rough draft, plain paper is fine. For best results, however, you’ll want to use one of Epson’s special ink jet papers designed for your printer. For example, your photos will look great printed on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper.
  • Page 5 ■ Always load the short edge first, even when printing in landscape mode. ■ Load letterhead or preprinted paper into the printer top edge first. ■ If you experience paper feeding problems, try loading fewer sheets. ■ If you’re using special paper, check the package for special loading instructions.

  • Page 6: Basic Printing

    If you are printing photographs, also see page 15 for more information about printing photos. Printing in Windows 1. Open the File menu and select Select EPSON Stylus C88 Series 2. Make sure EPSON Stylus C88 Series 3. Click the Properties button, click it.
  • Page 7 Photo: ■ For photos or graphics with high print quality Best Photo: 5. Select the correct paper the printer. See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type” on page 14. 6. Select Portrait Landscape settings: For documents with text and images with higher quality...
  • Page 8 7. For more printing options, click the following settings as necessary. Select Paper & Quality Options as necessary Click here to select Photo RPM for the best print quality on certain paper types Select Print Options as necessary Note: For more information about advanced settings, or instructions on saving them as a group so you can reuse them later, click ? or Help.

  • Page 9: Printing With Macintosh Os X

    Printing with Macintosh OS X Follow the steps below for basic printing of your Macintosh OS X documents. Before you begin, make sure you added your printer to the Print Center as described on the Start Here sheet. 1. Open the File menu and select...
  • Page 10 . You see a window like this one: Print in the Printer pop-up menu. from the pop-up menu. Select Stylus C88 Select Print Settings Select your Media Type (see page 14) Select Color or Black ink...
  • Page 11 Paper Handling order ■ ColorSync Color Management color controls, change the gamma setting, or turn off color adjustments in the printer software. ■ Reduce or enlarge the image size for borderless printing. Expansion: ■ View a list of all your selections.
  • Page 12 Cancel printing Select the print job Tip: You can also cancel printing by pressing the 13. When you’re finished, close the printer window or Print Center. Basic Printing Print Center icon instead, then double-click Resume printing paper button on your printer.

  • Page 13: Using Special Papers

    Using Special Papers You can use the following special Epson papers in your Epson Stylus C88+. Paper name Epson Ultra Premium Glossy Photo Paper Epson Premium Bright White Paper Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Epson Glossy Photo Paper...

  • Page 14: Selecting The Correct Paper Type

    Be sure to select the correct For this paper Plain paper Epson Premium Bright White Paper Epson Ultra Premium Glossy Photo Paper Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Epson Glossy Photo Paper Epson Matte Paper Heavyweight...

  • Page 15: Printing Photos

    Printing Photos You can print beautiful snapshots and enlargements with or without white borders. With proper care, photographs from your Epson Stylus C88+ will last for many years. For best results, always use Epson papers. (See “Using Special Papers” on page 13 for more information.)
  • Page 16 You see a window like this one: Click here for photos without white borders 3. Select Photo 4. Select the paper 5. For pictures without white borders, click the message and click 6. Select your paper 7. Select Portrait 8. Do one of the following: ■...
  • Page 17 Customizing Your Photo Settings 1. On the Main tab, click the the window. If you see a warning note, click 2. Select the following advanced settings as necessary: Click here to select Photo RPM (5760 × 1440) for the best print quality on certain paper types Note: For the highest print quality, select Photo RPM.
  • Page 18 4. Select the following page layout settings as necessary: Select image position options here Select image resizing options here Note: Some layout settings may not be available, depending on other settings you chose. 5. Select image position or resizing options as necessary. These affect only your printed image, and are not available for borderless printing.

  • Page 19: Printing Photos With Macintosh Os X

    6. Click 7. Open the File menu and click . You see a window like this one: Page Setup landscape as the orientation setting. Print Printing Photos with Macintosh OS X Select Stylus C88 Select your Paper Size...
  • Page 20 If you want to print at a higher resolution or use special settings, continue with the steps in the next section. Printing Photos in the Printer menu and select Select Stylus C88 option to match the paper you’re using. Media Type Speed...
  • Page 21 Customizing Your Photo Settings 1. Click the Advanced 2. Select these advanced settings as necessary: Note: For the highest print quality, select Photo RPM. Note that printing will take longer in this mode. For more information on advanced settings, or instructions on saving them as a group so you can reuse them later, click the ? button.
  • Page 22 4. Adjust the Expansion slider to choose is the least amount of image expansion; there may be a small white edge on the borders of the print. unprinted edges, but the edges of the image may not appear in the print. 5.

  • Page 23: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    You cannot continue printing with one ink cartridge expended, even if the other cartridges still contain ink. Before printing, replace the indicated cartridge. Purchasing Ink Cartridges Use these Epson ink cartridges within six months of installing them and before the expiration date on the package. Ink cartridge...

  • Page 24: Ink Cartridge Precautions

    Don’t remove the cartridge label, or ink will leak. Don’t remove the green IC chip from the cartridge. Installing a cartridge without an IC chip can damage the printer. Avoid touching the green IC chip, as this can damage the ink cartridge.

  • Page 25: Removing And Installing Ink Cartridges

    The ink cartridge holder moves to the left, and the cartridge that needs to be replaced stops under the Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. Note: Don’t hold down the to clean the print head.
  • Page 26 4. Press the ink button again. ■ If more than one cartridge needs to be replaced, the next cartridge moves under the ■ If all the cartridges to be replaced have been identified, the print head moves right to the ink cartridge replacement position, shown below. 5.
  • Page 27 6. Squeeze the back tab of the used cartridge and lift it out of the printer. Don’t take the cartridge apart or try to refill it. Warning: If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
  • Page 28 10. Close the ink cartridge cover and make sure you hear it click into place. 11. Close the printer cover. 12. Press the ink button. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. The green power light flashes and the printer makes noise. Charging takes about half a minute.

  • Page 29: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems If you have a problem with your Epson Stylus C88+, check the printer’s lights (as described below) to diagnose what may be causing it. You can also see “Problems and Solutions” on page 30 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or read your on-screen User’s Guide for more detailed help.

  • Page 30: Problems And Solutions

    Turn the printer back on. If the lights are still on, contact Epson as described on page 32. The printer may have an internal error. Turn off the printer, wait a few seconds, and turn it on again.
  • Page 31 ■ Make sure the printable (whiter) side of the paper is face-up. ■ Use Epson papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine Epson ink. ■ You may need to align the print head. See the on-screen User’s Guide for instructions.

  • Page 32: Where To Get Help

    Internet Support Visit Epson’s support website at http://support.epson.com and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions. Solving Problems paper button for several seconds to clear the jam.

  • Page 33: Speak To A Support Representative

    Toll or long distance charges may apply. Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).

  • Page 34: Requirements And Notices

    ■ USB connection: a computer with preinstalled Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, or XP, and a Windows-compliant USB port and shielded USB “AB” cable. Using an improperly shielded USB cable may cause the printer to malfunction. Macintosh System Requirements ■...

  • Page 35: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed. ■ If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating.

  • Page 36: Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions

    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. 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.

  • Page 37: Fcc Compliance Statement

    FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.

  • Page 38: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/ or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: Epson America, Inc. Located at: MS: 3-13 3840 Kilroy Airport Way...

  • Page 39: Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty

    Epson product after its shipment from Epson, e.g., dealer or user-added boards or components. Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty...
  • Page 40 Epson Authorized Servicer. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced, you will be held responsible for the costs incurred.

  • Page 41: Copyright Notice

    (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.
  • Page 42 Requirements and Notices...
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