Page 1 User’s Guide NPD4450-00 EN...
Page 2: Copyright And Trademarks
The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products.
Page 3 General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks. Copyright © 2011 Seiko Epson Corporation. All rights reserved.
Page 4: Guidelines
Guidelines Where to Find Information Setup Guide (paper) Provides you with information on setting up the product and installing the software. Important Safety Provides you with important safety instructions. Instruction Guide (paper) User’s Guide (PDF, this Provides you with detailed information on the product’s functions, optional products, manual) maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
Page 5: Warnings, Cautions, And Notes
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. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of the product.
Page 6: Safety Instructions
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: ❏...
Page 7: Choosing A Place For The Product
❏ 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: ❏...
Page 8: Using The Product With A Wireless Connection
❏ 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. Using the product with a wireless connection ❏...
Page 9: Precautions On The Touch Panel
Do not operate using sharp or pointed objects such as ball point pens, sharp pencils, and so on. The cover of the touch panel is made of glass and could break if it receives a heavy impact. Contact Epson support if the glass chips or cracks, and do not touch or attempt to remove the broken glass.
Page 10: Protecting Your Personal Information
WP-4511/4515/4521/4525/4530/4531/4535/4540/4545 User’s Guide Safety Instructions Protecting Your Personal Information This product allows you to store names and telephone numbers in its memory even when the power is turned off. Use the following menu to erase the memory if you give the product to someone else or dispose of it. F Setup >...
Page 11: Table Of Contents
Software Information..... . 88 Starting Epson Scan Driver....88...
Page 12 Copying Selecting Paper......91 Copying Documents..... . . 91 Basic copying.
Page 13 Using the button..... . . 173 Using scanning software other than Epson Scan driver......174 Problems When Feeding Paper.
Page 14 Technical Support Web Site....195 Contacting Epson Support....195 Before Contacting Epson.
Page 15: Getting To Know Your Product
Getting to Know Your Product Product Parts Note: The illustrations in this section are from a similar product model. Although they may differ from your actual product, the method of operation is the same. ADF cover * Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) * Edge guide * ADF input tray (place your originals here to be copied) * ADF output tray (your originals are ejected here as they are copied) *...
Page 16 Edge guides Stopper Output tray extension Output tray Edge guides Rear MP tray Feeder guard Document cover Document glass Control panel USB connector for external storage device Getting to Know Your Product...
Page 17 Ink cartridge slots Front cover Print head LINE port * EXT. port * External USB port LAN port Maintenance box Rear unit AC inlet * These parts are only available for the fax model. Getting to Know Your Product...
Page 18: Guide To The Control Panel
Guide to the Control Panel Control panel design varies depending on location. Note: Although the menus, setting items, or option names displayed on the LCD screen may differ from your actual product, the method of operation is the same. For WP-4511/WP-4515/WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/ WP-4535 a b c Buttons, LCD, and lights...
Page 19 Buttons Function Displays the speed dial/group dial list in fax mode.*1 Displays the last number dialed. When entering numbers in fax mode, this inserts a pause symbol (-) that acts as a brief pause during dialing.*1 Enters setup mode. Displays Help for solutions to problems. Displays detailed settings for each mode.
Page 20: For Wp-4540/Wp-4545
Function Press u or d to select the menu item. The highlight section moves up or down. Displays the available buttons and functions. Press l or r to set the density. Press u or d to set the number of copies. The ADF icon is displayed when there is a document loaded in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).
Page 21 Buttons Function Turns the Auto Answer mode on or off. Shows the next or previous menus. l, r Cancels/returns to the previous menu. Activates the setting you have selected. Starts copying/scanning/faxing in black and white. Starts copying/scanning/faxing in color. Lights Lights Function On when the product is on.
Page 22: Power Saving Function
WP-4511/4515/4521/4525/4530/4531/4535/4540/4545 User’s Guide Getting to Know Your Product Power Saving Function After 13 minutes of inactivity, the screen turns black to save energy. Press any button to return the screen to its previous state. Restarting Automatically After a Power Failure If a power failure occurs while the product is in fax standby mode or printing, it restarts automatically and then beeps.
Page 23: Paper Handling
You can achieve good results with most types of plain paper. However, coated papers provide superior prints because they absorb less ink. Epson provides special papers that are formulated for the ink used in Epson ink jet printers, and recommends these papers to ensure high-quality results.
Page 24 Envelope Envelope #10 * Envelope DL * Envelope C6 * Envelope C4 * Epson Bright White Ink Jet Paper Epson Matte Paper - Heavyweight Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper 10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in.) 13 ×...
Page 25: Storing Paper
The availability of paper varies by location. Storing paper Return unused paper to the original package as soon as you finish printing. When handling special media, Epson recommends storing your prints in a resealable plastic bag. Keep unused paper and prints away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight.
Page 26 Pull out the paper cassette. Note: If the output tray has been ejected, close it before pulling out the paper cassette. Slide the edge guides to the sides of the paper cassette. Paper Handling...
Page 27 ❏ Fan and align the edges of the paper before loading. ❏ For plain paper, do not load paper above the line just under the d arrow mark inside the edge guide. For Epson special media, make sure the number of sheets is less than the limit specified for the media.
Page 28 Slide the edge guides to the edges of the paper. Keep the cassette flat and insert it back into the product carefully and slowly. Slide out the output tray and raise the stopper. Paper Handling...
Page 29: Into The Rear Mp Tray
Note: ❏ After loading paper, set paper size for each paper source. Paper will be fed from appropriate paper source based on setting. To set paper size, press Setup. Then select Printer Setup and Paper Size Loaded. “Paper Size Loaded” on page 115 &...
Page 30 Pull up the rear MP tray. While holding the feeder guard forward, pinch and slide the edge guide. Fan a stack of paper, then tap it on a flat surface to even the edges. Load paper with the printable side up, at the center of the rear MP tray. The printable side is often whiter or brighter than the other side.
Page 31: Loading Envelopes
& ❏ For plain paper, do not load paper above the line just under the d arrow mark inside the edge guide. For Epson special media, make sure the number of sheets is less than the limit specified for the media.
Page 32 Pull up the rear MP tray. While holding the feeder guard forward, pinch and slide the edge guide. Load envelopes short edge first with the flap facing down and at the center of the rear MP tray. Paper Handling...
Page 33: Placing Originals
Note: ❏ The thickness of envelopes and their ability to fold vary widely. If the total thickness of the stack of envelopes exceeds 10 mm, press down on the envelopes to flatten them before loading. If print quality declines when a stack of envelopes is loaded, load one envelope at a time.
Page 34 Caution: To prevent paper jams, avoid the following documents. For these types, use the document glass. ❏ Documents held together with paper clips, staples, etc. ❏ Documents that have tape or paper stuck to them. ❏ Photos, OHPs, or thermal transfer paper. ❏...
Page 35: Document Glass
Note: ❏ For 2-up Copy layout, place the original as shown. ❏ When you use the copy function with the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), the print settings are fixed at Reduce/ Enlarge - Actual Size, Paper Type - Plain Paper, and Paper Size - A4. The print is cropped if you copy an original larger than A4.
Page 36 Note: See the following sections if any problems occur with the scanning area or the scanning direction when using EPSON Scan. “The edges of your original are not scanned” on page 176 & “Multiple documents are scanned into a single file” on page 176 &...
Page 37: Printing
Note for Windows users: ❏ Your printer driver automatically finds and installs the latest version of the printer driver from Epson’s Web site. Click the Driver Update button in your printer driver’s Maintenance window, and then follow the on-screen instructions. If the button does not appear in the Maintenance window, point at All Programs or Programs in the Windows Start menu, and check in the Epson folder.
Page 38 Depending on your application, the Page Setup menu may not appear in the File menu. Print Click Print on the File menu of your application. Epson Printer For Mac OS X 10.6, click System Preferences on the Apple menu and then click Print & Fax. Utility 4 Select your printer from the Printers list box, click Options &...
Page 39: Basic Printing
It tells your printer what kind of paper you are using and adjusts the ink coverage accordingly. The table below lists the settings you should choose for your paper. For this paper Plain paper* Epson Bright White Ink Jet Paper Thick paper* Epson Ultra Glossy Photo Paper* Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper*...
Page 40: Basic Printer Settings For Windows
After loading paper, set paper size for each paper source. Paper will be fed from appropriate paper source based on setting. “Paper Size Loaded” on page 115 & When using special Epson paper, refer to the section below. “Introduction to Using, Loading, and Storing Media” on page 23 &...
Page 41: Basic Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.5 Or 10.6
Select the appropriate Document Size setting. You can also define a custom paper size. For details, see the online help. Select Portrait (tall) or Landscape (wide) to change the orientation of your print. Note: Select Landscape when printing on envelopes. Select the appropriate Paper Type setting.
Page 42 WP-4511/4515/4521/4525/4530/4531/4535/4540/4545 User’s Guide Printing Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, and then make suitable settings. Note: ❏ Select Landscape when printing on envelopes. ❏ Depending on your application, you may not be able to select some of the items in this dialog. If so, click Page Setup on the File menu of your application, and then make suitable settings.
Page 43: Basic Printer Settings For Mac Os X 10.4
Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. Make the settings that you want to use to print. See the online help for more details on Print Settings. “Selecting the correct paper type ” on page 39 & Note: To make changes to advanced settings, refer to the relevant section. Click Print to start printing.
Page 44 Access the Page Setup dialog. “Accessing the printer driver for Mac OS X” on page 38 & Select the printer you are using as the Format for setting and then make suitable settings. Note: Select Landscape when printing on envelopes. Click OK to close the Page Setup dialog.
Page 45: Canceling Printing
Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. Make the settings that you want to use to print. See the online help for more details on Print Settings. “Selecting the correct paper type ” on page 39 & Note: To make changes to advanced settings, refer to the relevant section. Click Print to start printing.
Page 46: Using Epson Status Monitor
Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 Access the EPSON Status Monitor 3. “Using EPSON Status Monitor 3” on page 150 & Click the Print Queue button. The Windows Spooler appears. Right-click on the job you want to cancel and then select Cancel.
Page 47 Note for Windows: Manual 2-sided printing is available only when EPSON Status Monitor 3 is enabled. To enable the status monitor, access the printer driver and click the Maintenance tab followed by the Extended Settings button. In the Extended Settings window, check the Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3 check box.
Page 48 2-sided printing is only available for the following papers and sizes. Paper Plain paper Thick paper Epson Bright White Ink Jet Paper * Manual 2-sided printing only. Note: ❏ Only use papers that are suitable for 2-sided printing. Otherwise, the print quality may deteriorate.
Page 49: Printer Settings For Windows
Printer settings for Windows Make adjustments to basic settings. “Basic printer settings for Windows” on page 40 & Select 2-Sided Printing check box. Note: When using automatic printing, make sure the Auto check box is checked. Printing...
Page 50 Click Settings to open the 2-Sided Printing Settings window. To print folded booklets using the 2-sided printing option, select the Booklet check box, and choose Center Binding or Side Binding. Note: Center Binding is not available with manual printing. Select which edge of the document will be bound. Note: Some settings are not available when Booklet is selected.
Page 51 Choose mm or inch as the Unit setting. Then specify the width of the binding margin. Portrait * : Folding edge ** : Margin When folded booklets are printed using the 2-sided printing option, a margin of the specified width will appear on both sides of the fold.
Page 52 Select one of the Select Document Type settings. This automatically adjusts Print Density and Increase Ink Drying Time. Note: If you are printing high-density data, such as graphs, we recommend adjusting settings manually. Click OK to return to the Main window. Make sure all of the settings are correct, and then click OK to close the printer settings window.
Page 53 Select Two-sided Printing Settings from the pop-up menu. Select Long-Edge binding or Short-Edge binding from the Two-sided Printing pop-up menu. Select one of the Document Type settings. This automatically adjusts Print Density and Increased Ink Drying Time. Note: If you are printing high-density data, such as graphs, we recommend adjusting settings manually. Click Print to start printing.
Page 54: Fit To Page Printing
Select Two-sided Printing Settings from the pop-up menu. Select Long-Edge binding or Short-Edge binding from the Two-sided Printing pop-up menu. Select one of the Document Type settings. This automatically adjusts Print Density and Increased Ink Drying Time. Note: If you are printing high-density data, such as graphs, we recommend adjusting settings manually. Load paper into the paper cassette, and click Print.
Page 55 Fit to Page printing automatically resizes your page to the paper size you select. You can also resize your page manually. Printer settings for Windows Make adjustments to basic settings. “Basic printer settings for Windows” on page 40 & Click the More Options tab, then select the Reduce/Enlarge Document check box. Do one of the following: ❏...
Page 56 Click OK to close the printer settings window. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job. Printer settings for Mac OS X 10.5 or 10.6 Make adjustments to basic settings. “Basic printer settings for Mac OS X 10.5 or 10.6”...
Page 57: Pages Per Sheet Printing
Select Paper Handling from the pop-up menu. Select Scale to fit paper size as the Destination Paper Size. Select the appropriate paper size from the pop-up menu. Click Print to start printing. Pages Per Sheet Printing Pages Per Sheet printing allows you to print two or four pages on single sheets of paper. Printer settings for Windows Make adjustments to basic settings.
Page 58 Select 2-Up or 4-Up as Multi-Page. Click Page Order button to open the Page Order Settings window. Select from the following settings. Page Order Allows you to specify the order in which the pages will be printed on the sheet of paper. Some settings may be unavailable, depending on the Orientation setting on the Main window.
Page 59 Click OK to return to the Main window. Click OK to close the printer settings window. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job. Printer settings for Mac OS X 10.5 or 10.6 Make adjustments to basic settings.
Page 60: Poster Printing (For Windows Only)
Printer settings for Mac OS X 10.4 Make adjustments to basic settings. “Basic printer settings for Mac OS X 10.4” on page 43 & Select Layout from the pop-up menu. Select from the following settings: Pages per Sheet Prints multiple pages of your document on a single sheet of paper. You can choose from 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, or 16.
Page 61: Printer Settings
Note: This feature is not available for Mac OS X. Printer settings Make adjustments to basic settings. “Basic printer settings for Windows” on page 40 & Select 2x1 Poster, 2x2 Poster, 3x3 Poster, or 4x4 Poster as Multi-Page. Printing...
Page 62 Click Settings to adjust the way your poster will be printed. The Poster Settings window opens. Make the following settings: Print Cutting Prints guide lines for cutting. Guides Overlapping Slightly overlaps the panels and prints alignment markers so that the panels can be Alignment aligned more precisely.
Page 63 How to make a poster from your prints The following is an example of how to create a poster with 2x2 Poster selected for Multi-Page and Overlapping Alignment Marks selected for Print Cutting Guides. Cut off the margin of Sheet 1 along a vertical line through the center of the top and bottom cross-marks: Place the edge of Sheet 1 on top of Sheet 2 and align the cross-marks, then temporarily tape the two sheets together from the back: Cut the taped sheets in two along a vertical line through the alignment markers (this time, a line to the left of the...
Page 64: Watermark Printing (For Windows Only)
Align the edges of the paper using the alignment markers and tape them together from the back: Repeat the instructions from step 1 to step 4 to tape Sheets 3 and 4 together. Repeat the instructions from step 1 to step 4 to tape the top and bottom edges of the paper: Cut off the remaining margins.
Page 65: Printing The Watermark
Printing the watermark Make adjustments to basic settings. “Basic printer settings for Windows” on page 40 & Click the More Options tab, choose the desired watermark from the Watermark list, then click Settings. If you want to create your own watermark, see the online help. Printing...
Page 66: Sharing Your Printer
Specify the settings you want for the watermark. Click OK to return to the More Options window. Click OK to close the printer settings window. After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before printing an entire job. Sharing Your Printer You can set up your printer so other users on the network can share it.
Page 67: Scanning
Let’s scan a document to get used to the process. Place your document. “Placing Originals” on page 33 & Start Epson Scan. ❏ Windows: Double-click the Epson Scan icon on the desktop. ❏ Mac OS X: Select Applications > Epson Software > EPSON Scan. Select Home Mode. Scanning...
Page 68 Select Text/Line Art as the Document Type setting. Click Preview. Scanning...
Page 69 Click Scan. Click OK. Your scanned image is saved. Scanning...
Page 70: Image Adjustment Features
Image Adjustment Features Epson Scan offers a variety of settings for improving color, sharpness, contrast, and other aspects affecting image quality. See the Help for more details on Epson Scan. Histogram Provides a graphical interface for adjusting highlight, shadow, and gamma levels individually.
Page 71 Descreening Removes rippled patterns (known as moiré) that can appear in subtly shaded image areas such as skin tones. Color Restoration Restores the colors in faded photos automatically. Backlight Correction Removes shadows from photos that have too much background light. Dust Removal Removes dust marks from your originals automatically.
Page 72: Basic Scanning
Color Enhance Enhance a certain color. You can select from red, blue, or green. Basic Scanning Scanning from the Control Panel Scanning to a USB storage device Place your original(s). “Placing Originals” on page 33 & Connect the USB device to your product. Select Scan.
Page 73: Scanning To A Computer
Scanning to a computer Place your original(s). “Placing Originals” on page 33 & Select Scan. Select an item. “Scan mode menu list” on page 120 & Select your PC. Note: If the product is connected to a network, you can select the PC to which you want to save the scanned image. Press Start.
Page 74: Scanning In Home Mode
Note: ❏ In Home Mode, you can only scan from the document glass. ❏ See the Help for more details on Epson Scan. Place your original(s). “Document glass” on page 35 &...
Page 75: Scanning In Office Mode
In the File Save Settings window, select the Type setting and then click OK. Note: If the Show this dialog box before next scan check box is cleared, Epson Scan starts scanning immediately without displaying the File Save Settings window.
Page 76 Select Office Mode from the Mode list. Select the Image Type setting. Select the Document Source setting. Select the size of your original as the Size setting. Select an appropriate resolution for your original(s) as the Resolution setting. Click Scan. Scanning...
Page 77: Scanning In Professional Mode
In the File Save Settings window, select the Type setting and then click OK. Note: If the Show this dialog box before next scan check box is cleared, Epson Scan starts scanning immediately without displaying the File Save Settings window.
Page 78 Select Professional Mode from the Mode list. Select the type of original(s) you are scanning as the Document Type setting. Select the Document Source setting. If you select Reflective as the Document Type setting, select Photo or Document as the Auto Exposure Type setting.
Page 79: Previewing And Adjusting The Scan Area
& Note for the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF): ❏ The ADF loads your first document page, and then Epson Scan prescans it and displays it in the Preview window. The ADF then ejects your first page. Place your first document page on top of the rest of the pages, and then load the entire document into the ADF.
Page 80: Adjusting A Marquee
❏ Some of the settings that you change after previewing an image are reset if you change the preview mode. ❏ Depending on your document type and the Epson Scan mode you are using, you may not be able to change the preview type.
Page 81: Various Types Of Scanning
❏ If you draw multiple marquees, make sure you click All in the Preview window before you scan. Otherwise, only the area inside the last marquee you drew will be scanned. Various Types of Scanning Scanning a Magazine First of all, place your magazine and start Epson Scan. Scanning...
Page 82 “Starting a Scan” on page 67 & Select Home Mode from the Mode list. Select Magazine as the Document Type setting. Click Preview. Adjust the exposure, brightness, and other image quality settings. See the Help for more details on Epson Scan. Scanning...
Page 83: Scanning Multiple Documents To A Pdf File
Click Scan. Select PDF as the Type setting, and then click OK. Your scanned image is saved. Scanning Multiple Documents to a PDF File First of all, place your document and start Epson Scan. Scanning...
Page 84 “Starting a Scan” on page 67 & Select Professional Mode from the Mode list. Select the Document Source setting. Scanning...
Page 85 See the Help for more details on Epson Scan. Click Scan. Select PDF as the Type setting, and then click OK. Note: If the Show Add Page dialog after scanning check box is cleared, Epson Scan automatically saves your document without displaying the Add Page Confirmation window. Scanning...
Page 86 Select this button if you want to delete or reorder any of the pages. Then use the icons on the bottom of the Editing Page window to select, rotate, reorder, and delete pages. See the Help for more details on Epson Scan. Click OK when you are finished editing your pages.
Page 87: Scanning A Photo
Scanning a Photo First of all, place your photo on the document glass and start Epson Scan. “Starting a Scan” on page 67 & Select Home Mode from the Mode list. Select Photograph as the Document Type setting. Click Preview.
Page 88: Software Information
How to start ❏ Windows: Double-click the EPSON Scan icon on the desktop. Or, select the start button icon or Start > All Programs or Programs > EPSON > EPSON Scan > EPSON Scan. ❏ Mac OS X: Select Applications > Epson Software > EPSON Scan.
Page 89: How To Access The Help
How to start ❏ Windows: Select the start button or Start > All Programs or Programs> Epson Software > Event Manager. ❏ Mac OS X: Select Applications > Epson Software, and then double-click the Launch Event Manager icon.
Page 90: Presto! Pagemanager
How to start ❏ Windows: Select the start button or Start > All Programs or Programs > ABBYY FineReader folder > ABBYY FineReader. ❏ Mac OS X: Select Applications, and then double-click ABBYY FineReader. Presto! PageManager This software lets you scan, manage, and share your photos or documents. How to start ❏...
Page 91: Selecting Paper
“Selecting which tray to use and its loading capacities” on page 23 & If you want to print on this paper Plain paper Epson Bright White Ink Jet Paper Epson Matte Paper - Heavyweight Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper...
Page 92: 2-Sided Copying
Set the density. Enter the x Menu. Select Paper and Copy Settings. Select the appropriate copy settings. For WP-4540/WP-4545: Press OK to finish making settings. For WP-4511/WP-4515/WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: Press x Menu to finish making settings. Press one of the x Start buttons to start copying. 2-Sided Copying With duplex copying, you can create double-sided or single-sided copies from double-sided or single-sided originals.
Page 93: Collate Copying
Select the type of 2-sided copying. Setting 1>1-Sided 1>2-Sided 2>1-Sided 2>2-Sided Make the appropriate settings for Document Orientation, Binding Direction, or Binding Margin. Setting Document Orientation Binding Direction Binding Margin For WP-4540/WP-4545: Press OK to finish making settings. For WP-4511/WP-4515/WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: Press x Menu to finish making settings.
Page 94: Layout Copying
Set the density. Enter the x Menu. Select Paper and Copy Settings. Select Collate Copying. Select On. For WP-4540/WP-4545: Press OK to finish making settings. For WP-4511/WP-4515/WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: Press x Menu to finish making settings. Press one of the x Start buttons to start copying. Layout copying With the layout function, you can copy two single-sided originals onto a single page.
Page 95: Copy Mode Menu List
For WP-4540/WP-4545: Press OK to finish making settings. For WP-4511/WP-4515/WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: Press x Menu to finish making settings. Press one of the x Start buttons to start copying. Copy Mode Menu List Refer to the section below for the Copy mode menu list. “Copy mode menu list”...
Page 96: Faxing
Use the following procedure to run the utility. Windows Click the start button (Windows 7 and Vista) or click Start (Windows XP), point to All Programs, select Epson Software, and then click FAX Utility. (Server OS is not supported.) Mac OS X Click System Preference, click Print &...
Page 97: Sharing Line With Phone Device
Sharing line with phone device Connect a phone cable leading from a telephone wall jack to the LINE port. Remove the cap. Faxing...
Page 98 Connect a phone or answering machine to the EXT. port. Note: ❏ See the following for other connection methods. ❏ For details, see the documentation that came with your devices. Connecting to DSL Telephone wall jack Splitter DSL modem Faxing...
Page 99: Checking The Fax Connection
Connecting to ISDN (one phone number) ISDN wall jack Terminal adapter or ISDN router Connecting to ISDN (two phone numbers) ISDN wall jack Terminal adapter or ISDN router Checking the fax connection Follow the instructions below to check the fax connection. Use the l, r, u, or d buttons to change the LCD screen view to find the menu, setting item, or option you want to enter.
Page 100: Setting Up Fax Features
Select Check Fax Connection. Press one of the x Start buttons to print the report. Note: If an errors are reported, try the solutions in the report. Setting Up Fax Features Setting up speed dial entries You can create a speed dial list allowing you to select fax recipient numbers quickly when faxing. Up to 60 combined speed dial and group dial entries can be registered.
Page 101: Setting Up Group Dial Entries
Enter a name to identify the speed dial entry. You can enter up to 30 characters. Note for WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: For details on using the virtual keyboard, refer to the section below. “Using the LCD screen” on page 19 & For WP-4540/WP-4545: Press OK to register the name.
Page 102: Creating Header Information
For WP-4540/WP-4545: Press to add the speed dial entry to the group dial. Note for WP-4540/WP-4545: Press again to cancel adding the speed dial entry that you selected. For WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: Press r to add the speed dial entry to the group dial. Note for WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: Press l to cancel adding the speed dial entry that you selected.
Page 103: Changing Fax Output Setting To Print
For WP-4540/WP-4545: Press OK. For WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: Select Done. Select Your Phone Number. Use the numeric keypad with other buttons on the control panel to enter your phone number. You can enter up to 20 digits. Note for WP-4540/WP-4545: ❏ Press to enter a space, and press ❏...
Page 104: Selecting Paper Source To Print Fax
Press OK. Select Yes. Selecting paper source to print fax Follow the instructions below to select the paper source to print the fax. Use the l, r, u, or d buttons to change the LCD screen view to find the menu, setting item, or option you want to enter. Enter F Setup mode.
Page 105: Sending Faxes Using Speed Dial/Group Dial
Use the keys on the numeric keypad to enter the fax number, and then press OK. You can enter up to a maximum of 64 digits. Note: ❏ To separate phone numbers, enter a space by pressing ❏ To display the last fax number you used, press Redial. ❏...
Page 106: Sending Faxes By Broadcasting
Place your original in the Automatic Document Feeder or on the document glass. “Placing Originals” on page 33 & Enter K Fax mode. For WP-4540/WP-4545: Press Speed Dial or Group Dial. For WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: Press Speed Dial. Note for WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535: Press Speed Dial to switch the speed dial list or group dial list.
Page 107 Select Broadcast Fax. Note: To select recipients from a speed or group dial list, go to step 9. Press Enter a fax number. Press OK. Press d, and then add the fax number. Note: ❏ To add another number, repeat steps 5 through 8. ❏...
Page 108: Sending A Fax At A Specified Time
Press d, and then add the fax number. Note: ❏ To add another number, repeat steps 5 and 6. ❏ If you do not need to add recipients from the speed dial/group dial lists, press OK and go to step 10. Select speed dial or group dial list.
Page 109: Sending A Fax From A Connected Phone
Set the time that you want to send the fax, and then press OK. Press y Back to return to the fax send screen. Press the x Start (B&W) button to reserve a fax. Note: If you need to cancel faxing at the time you specified, press y Stop/Reset. Sending a fax from a connected phone If the recipient has the same number for both phone and fax, you can send a fax after talking over the phone without hanging up.
Page 110: Receiving Faxes Manually
Note: ❏ Depending on the Fax Output settings, the received fax is saved as a data or printed. “Changing Fax Output setting to print” on page 103 & ❏ If Fax Output is set to Save, the received fax data is automatically saved as data, and you can skip step 1. Load A4-size plain paper.
Page 111: Receive A Fax By Polling
Note: ❏ Depending on the Fax Output settings, the received fax is saved as data or printed. “Changing Fax Output setting to print” on page 103 & ❏ If Fax Output is set to Save, the received fax data is automatically saved as data, and you can skip step 1. Load A4-size plain paper.
Page 112: Printing Reports
Select Polling. Enter the fax number. Press one of the x Start buttons to receive the fax. Note: ❏ If Fax Output is set to Save, the received fax data is automatically saved as data, and you do not have to proceed to step 7.
Page 113: Fax Mode Menu List
WP-4511/4515/4521/4525/4530/4531/4535/4540/4545 User’s Guide Faxing Fax Mode Menu List Refer to the section below for the Fax mode menu list. “Fax mode menu list” on page 121 &...
Page 114: Using The Control Panel
❏ To turn off the Lock Settings or change the password, carry out steps 1 and 2 above, and follow the on-screen instructions. ❏ If you forget the password, contact Epson Support. “Where To Get Help” on page 195 &...
Page 115: Power Off Timer
Power Off Timer Note: This function is not available for Fax model. You can adjust the time before Power Management is applied. Any increase will affect the printer’s energy efficiency. Please consider the environment before making any change. Enter F Setup mode. Select Printer Setup.
Page 116: Print Status Sheet
Select Paper Size Notice. Select On or Off. Print Status Sheet Prints a sheet showing the current product settings and installed options. This sheet can be useful to confirm whether options have been installed correctly. Enter F Setup mode. Select Print Status Sheet. Press one of the x Start buttons to print the status sheet.
Page 117 Menu Setting Item Printer Setup Paper Size Loaded Thick Paper Dry Time Sound Power Off Timer Date/Time Daylight Saving Time Country/Region Language Paper Size Notice Wi-Fi/Network Settings For details on the setting items, see the online Network Guide. Network/Wi-Fi Settings For details on the setting items, see the online Network Guide.
Page 118 Menu Setting Item Communication Check Fax Connection Print Status Sheet Lock Settings On, Off, Change Password Using the Control Panel Description Dial Mode: Indicates the type of phone system to which you have connected the product. Depending on the region, this setting may not be displayed. DRD: Indicates the type of answer ring pattern you want to use to receive faxes.
Page 119: Copy Mode
Menu Setting Item Restore Default Settings Fax Send/Receive Settings Fax Data Settings Wi-Fi/Network Settings Network/Wi-Fi Settings Network Settings All except Wi-Fi/Network & Fax Settings All except Network/Wi-Fi & Fax Settings All except Network & Fax Settings All except Network Settings All Settings Copy Mode Copy mode menu list...
Page 120: Scan Mode
Menu Setting and Options Paper and Copy Settings 2-Sided Copying Collate Copying Layout Reduce/Enlarge Paper Size Paper Type Quality Document Orientation Binding Direction Binding Margin Maintenance Nozzle Check Head Cleaning Head Alignment Problem Solver Scan Mode Scan mode menu list Note: Depending on the model, some functions may not be available.
Page 121: Fax Mode
Menu Setting and Options Scan to PC Scan to PC (PDF) Scan to PC (Email) Scan to PC (WSD) *1 See the x Scan Menu below. *2 Available for computers running English versions of Windows 7 or Vista. x Scan Menu Scan Settings 2-Sided Scanning Maintenance...
Page 122: Error Messages
“The Paper Jams” on page 154 & See “Loading Paper” on page 25 Turn the printer off and then back on. Make sure that no paper is still in the printer. If the error message still appears, contact Epson support.
Page 123 “Setup mode menu list” on page 116 Communication > Dial Tone Detection) Refer the online Network Guide. The firmware update has failed. You will need to re-attempt the firmware update. Ready a USB cable and visit your local Epson website for further instructions. (Fax Settings >...
Page 124: Installing Option
Installing Option 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit Installing the paper cassette unit Follow the steps below to install the paper cassette unit. Turn the product off and unplug the power cord and all the interface cables. Caution: Make sure to unplug the power cord from the product to prevent getting an electric shock. Carefully remove the paper cassette unit from its carton and place it where you intend to set up the product.
Page 125: Uninstalling The Cassette Unit
Align the corners of the product and the unit, then lower the product gently onto the unit so that the connector and two pins on the top of the unit fit into the terminal and the holes on the bottom of the product respectively. Reconnect all the interface cables and the power cord.
Page 126: Replacing Consumables
For Windows Note: ❏ Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine ink. If non-genuine ink cartridges are installed, the ink cartridge status may not be displayed. ❏ When an ink cartridge is running low, the Low Ink Reminder screen automatically appears. You can also check the ink cartridge status from this screen.
Page 127 This is because a mixture of color inks is used to create black. ❏ If EPSON Status Monitor 3 does not appear, access the printer driver and click the Maintenance tab and then the Extended Settings button. In the Extended Settings window, check the Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3 check box.
Page 128 Click the EPSON Status Monitor button. The EPSON Status Monitor appears. Note: ❏ The graphic displays the ink cartridge status when EPSON Status Monitor was first opened. To update the ink cartridge status, click Update. ❏ Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine ink. If non-genuine ink cartridges are installed, the ink cartridge status may not be displayed.
Page 129: Precautions On Ink Cartridge Replacement
❏ For maximum ink efficiency, only remove an ink cartridge when you are ready to replace it. Ink cartridges with low ink status may not be used when reinserted. ❏ Other products not manufactured by Epson may cause damage that is not covered by Epson’s warranties, and under certain circumstances, may cause erratic printer behavior.
Page 130: Replacing An Ink Cartridge
❏ To ensure you receive premium print quality and to help protect your print head, a variable ink safety reserve remains in the cartridge when your printer indicates to replace the cartridge. The yields quoted for you do not include this reserve. Replacing an ink cartridge When ink cartridges become low or expended, a message appears on your computer or the control panel.
Page 131: Maintenance Box
Read all of the instructions in this section before replacing the maintenance box. ❏ Epson recommends the use of a genuine Epson maintenance box. The use of a non-genuine maintenance box may cause damage that is not covered by Epson’s warranties, and under certain circumstances, may cause erratic printer behavior.
Page 132: Replacing A Maintenance Box
❏ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the maintenance box. ❏ Keep out of reach of children, and do not drink the ink. ❏ Do not tilt the used maintenance box until it is placed in the plastic bag provided. ❏...
Page 133 Insert the maintenance box into place as far as it will go. Push the button on either side of the rear unit at the same time, and then reattach the unit. Maintenance box replacement is complete. Replacing Consumables...
Page 134: Maintaining Your Printer And Software
Make sure that no warnings or errors are displayed on the LCD screen. Make sure that A4-size paper is loaded in the rear MP tray or the paper cassette. Access the Epson Printer Utility 4 dialog. “Accessing the printer driver for Mac OS X” on page 38 &...
Page 135: Using The Control Panel
Using the control panel Follow the steps below to check the print head nozzles using the printer control panel. Use the l, r, u, or d buttons to change the LCD screen view to find the menu, setting item, or option you want to enter.
Page 136: Using The Head Cleaning Utility For Windows
If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure about four times, leave the printer on and wait for at least six hours. Then run the nozzle check again and repeat the head cleaning if necessary. If print quality has still not improved, contact Epson support. Note only for printers without fax function: If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure about four times, turn the printer off and wait for at least six hours.
Page 137: Using The Head Cleaning Utility For Mac Os X
Follow the steps below to clean the print head using the Head Cleaning utility. Make sure that no warnings or errors are displayed on the LCD screen. Access the Epson Printer Utility 4. “Accessing the printer driver for Mac OS X” on page 38 &...
Page 138: Aligning The Print Head
If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure about four times, leave the printer on and wait for at least six hours. Then run the nozzle check again and repeat the head cleaning if necessary. If print quality has still not improved, contact Epson support. Note only for printers without fax function: If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure about four times, turn the printer off and wait for at least six hours.
Page 139: Using The Print Head Alignment Utility For Mac Os X
Make sure that no warnings or errors are displayed on the LCD screen. Make sure A4-size paper is loaded in paper cassette 1. Access the Epson Printer Utility 4 dialog. “Accessing the printer driver for Mac OS X” on page 38 &...
Page 140: Setting/Changing Time And Region
Select the most solid pattern. Enter the pattern number for #1. Repeat step 7 for all patterns. Finish aligning the print head. Setting/Changing Time and Region Follow the steps below to set the time and region using the printer control panel. Use the l, r, u, or d buttons to change the LCD screen view to find the menu, setting item, or option you want to enter.
Page 141: Making Printer Settings
Select the region. Select Yes. Note: When the power is left off for an extended period of time, the clock may be reset. Check the clock when you turn the power back on. Making Printer Settings If you have installed the printer driver, you can make various printer settings from your computer using the setting utility.
Page 142: Paper Size Loaded Setting
For Mac OS X Access the Epson Printer Utility 4 dialog box. “Accessing the printer driver for Mac OS X” on page 38 & Click the Printer Settings button. The Printer Settings screen appears. Select Off, 2h, 4h, 8h, or 12h as the Power Off Timer setting.
Page 143: Cleaning The Printer
Select the paper size for each paper source as the Paper Size Loaded. Press the Apply button. Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the exterior of the printer To keep your printer operating at its best, clean it thoroughly several times a year by using the following instructions. Caution: Never use alcohol or thinner to clean the printer.
Page 144: Cleaning The Interior Of The Printer
❏ Be careful not to scratch or damage the surface of the document glass, and do not use a hard or abrasive brush to clean it. A damaged glass surface can decrease the scan quality. Note only for printers without fax function: Close the rear MP tray and the output tray when you are not using the printer to protect the printer from dust.
Page 145: Checking And Installing Your Software
Checking the software installed on your computer To use the functions described in this User’s Guide, you need to install the following software. ❏ Epson Driver and Utilities ❏ Epson Event Manager Follow the steps below to check that the software is installed on your computer.
Page 146: Installing The Software
Check the list of currently installed programs. For Mac OS X Double-click Macintosh HD. Double-click the Epson Software folder in the Applications folder and check the contents. Note: ❏ The Applications folder contains software provided by third parties. ❏ To check that the printer driver is installed, click System Preferences on the Apple menu and then click Print & Fax.
Page 147 Disconnect the product’s interface cable from your computer. Do one of the following. Windows 7, Vista, and Server 2008: Click the start button and select Control Panel. Windows XP and Server 2003: Click Start and select Control Panel. Do one of the following. Windows 7, Vista, and Server 2008: Click Uninstall a program from the Programs category.
Page 148: For Mac Os X
❏ Depending on the application, the Installer may be separated from the Uninstaller. Quit all running applications. Double-click the Uninstall Center icon in the Epson folder in your Mac OS X hard drive. Select the check boxes for the software you want to uninstall, such as your product’s driver and the application, from the list displayed.
Page 149: Troubleshooting For Printing
Note for Windows users: If EPSON Status Monitor 3 does not appear, access the printer driver and click the Maintenance tab and then the Extended Settings button. In the Extended Settings window, check the Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3 check box.
Page 150: Checking Printer Status
❏ Double-click the printer shortcut icon on your Windows taskbar. To add a shortcut icon to the taskbar, see the following section: “From the shortcut icon on the taskbar” on page 38 & ❏ Open the printer driver, click the Maintenance tab, then click the EPSON Status Monitor 3 button. Troubleshooting for Printing...
Page 151 When you access EPSON Status Monitor 3, the following window appears: Note: ❏ If EPSON Status Monitor 3 does not appear, access the printer driver and click the Maintenance tab and then the Extended Settings button. In the Extended Settings window, check the Enable EPSON Status Monitor 3 check box.
Page 152: Using Epson Status Monitor
❏ Print Queue: You can view Windows Spooler by clicking Print Queue. If a problem occurs during printing, EPSON Status Monitor 3 will pop up and display an error message. For more information, click Technical Support to access the online User’s Guide.
Page 153 EPSON Status Monitor will lead you step by step through the ink cartridge or maintenance box replacement procedure. You can also use this utility to check the ink cartridge status before printing. EPSON Status Monitor displays the ink cartridge status at the time it was opened. To update the ink cartridge status, click Update.
Page 154: The Paper Jams
The Paper Jams Warning: Never touch the buttons on the control panel while your hand is inside the printer. Check the error message, and then try the following solutions in order from the top. Error Messages Paper jam. Press to see how to remove jammed paper. Reattach rear unit and press x or x.
Page 155: Removing Jammed Paper From The Rear Unit
Error Messages Paper jam in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). Remove the jammed paper. Paper jam in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). Remove the jammed paper. Press r. Paper jam inside, in back, or in ADF. Press remove jammed paper. Paper jam inside or in back.
Page 156: Removing Jammed Paper From The Front Cover And The Output Tray
Carefully remove the jammed paper. Push the button on either side of the rear unit at the same time, and then reattach the unit. Removing jammed paper from the front cover and the output tray Open the front cover. Remove all of the paper inside, including any torn pieces. Troubleshooting for Printing...
Page 157: Removing Jammed Paper From The Paper Cassette(S)
Close the front cover. If the jammed paper remains near the output tray, carefully remove the paper. Removing jammed paper from the paper cassette(s) Note: The illustrations in this section show how to remove jammed paper from paper cassette 1. When removing jammed paper from paper cassette 2, repeat the instructions described below.
Page 158: Removing Jammed Paper From The Automatic Document Feeder (Adf)
Keep the cassette flat and insert it back into the printer carefully and slowly. Removing jammed paper from the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) Remove the stack of paper from the ADF input tray. Open the ADF cover. Caution: Make sure you open the ADF cover before removing jammed paper. If you do not open the cover, the printer may be damaged.
Page 159 Close the ADF cover. Open the document cover. Carefully remove the jammed paper. Close the document cover. Raise the ADF input tray. Troubleshooting for Printing...
Page 160: Preventing Paper Jams
❏ For plain paper, do not load paper above the line just under the H or c arrow mark inside the edge guide. For Epson special media, make sure the number of sheets is less than the limit specified for the media.
Page 161: Print Quality Problems
Make the settings that you want to use to print. Click OK to close the printer settings window, and then print your file. Print Preview window opens. Select a page that has already been printed in the page list box on the left side, and then select Remove Page from the Print Options menu.
Page 162: Horizontal Banding
❏ For best results, use up ink cartridge within six months of opening the package. ❏ Try to use genuine Epson ink cartridges. ❏ Check the ink cartridge status by using EPSON Status Monitor 3 (Windows) or EPSON Status Monitor (Mac OS “Checking the ink cartridge status” on page 126 &...
Page 163: Incorrect Or Missing Colors
❏ Run the Nozzle Check utility and then clean any print heads which produced a defective nozzle check result. “Checking the Print Head Nozzles” on page 134 & ❏ Check the ink cartridge status by using EPSON Status Monitor 3 (Windows) or EPSON Status Monitor (Mac OS “Checking the ink cartridge status” on page 126 &...
Page 164: Miscellaneous Printout Problems
❏ If the paper is curled toward the printable side, flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite direction. ❏ Make sure the paper type selected in the printer driver is appropriate for the type of paper loaded in the printer. “Selecting the correct paper type ”...
Page 165: Inverted Image
Inverted image ❏ For Windows, clear the Mirror Image check box from the More Options window of your printer driver, or turn off the Mirror Image setting in your application. For Mac OS X, clear the Mirror Image check box in Print Settings in the Print dialog box of your printer driver, or turn off the Mirror Image setting in your application.
Page 166: Printing Is Too Slow
❏ For plain paper, do not load paper above the line just under the H or c arrow mark inside the edge guide. For Epson special media, make sure the number of sheets is less than the limit specified for the media.
Page 167: Multiple Pages Feed
❏ For plain paper, do not load paper above the line just under the H or c arrow mark inside the edge guide. For Epson special media, make sure the number of sheets is less than the limit specified for the media.
Page 168: The Printer Does Not Print
The Printer Does Not Print The LCD screen or all lights are off ❏ Press the P button to make sure the printer is on. ❏ Turn off the printer and make sure that the power cord is securely plugged in. ❏...
Page 169: An Ink Error Is Indicated After You Replace The Cartridge
An ink error is indicated after you replace the cartridge Open the front cover. Remove and reinsert the ink cartridge and then continue with the ink cartridge installation. Close the front cover firmly. Increasing the Print Speed (For Windows Only) Print speed may be increased by selecting certain settings in the Extended Settings window when the printing speed is slow.
Page 170: Other Problem
WP-4511/4515/4521/4525/4530/4531/4535/4540/4545 User’s Guide Troubleshooting for Printing The following dialog box appears. Select the following check boxes and print speed may be increased. ❏ High Speed Copies ❏ Always spool RAW datatype ❏ Page Rendering Mode ❏ Print as Bitmap For more details on each item, see the online help. Other Problem Printing plain papers quietly When plain paper is selected as the Paper Type setting and Normal is selected as the Quality setting in the printer...
Page 171 WP-4511/4515/4521/4525/4530/4531/4535/4540/4545 User’s Guide Troubleshooting for Printing For Windows, select the Quiet Mode check box in the Main window of your printer driver. For Mac OS X 10.5 or later, select On from the Quiet Mode. To display the Quiet Mode, click through the following menus: System Preferences, Print &...
Page 172: Troubleshooting For Scanning
❏ Make sure you select the correct product if a scanner list appears when starting to scan. Windows: When you start Epson Scan using the EPSON Scan icon, and the Select Scanner list is displayed, make sure you select the model of your product.
Page 173: Using The Button
& ❏ Mac OS X: Make sure you are logged on as the user who installed the scanning software. Other users must first start Epson Scanner Monitor in the Applications folder and then press a button to scan. How to unblock Epson Event Manager Click Start or the start button, and then point to Control Panel.
Page 174: Using Scanning Software Other Than Epson Scan Driver
Programs and Services list. Click OK. Using scanning software other than Epson Scan driver ❏ If you are using any TWAIN-compliant programs, such as Adobe Photoshop Elements, make sure that the correct product is selected as the Scanner or Source setting.
Page 175: Problems With Scanned Images
❏ Scanning at a high resolution takes a long time. Problems With Scanned Images Scan quality is unsatisfactory Scan quality can be improved by changing the current settings or adjusting the scanned image. “Image Adjustment Features” on page 70 & An image on the back of your original appears in your scanned image If your original is printed on thin paper, images on the back may be visible to the product and appear in your scanned image.
Page 176: The Scanning Area Or Direction Is Unsatisfactory
❏ Rotate your original document. ❏ Rotate the scanned image using the application software after scanning. ❏ Select the Descreening check box. ❏ In Professional Mode, change a resolution setting and scan again. Uneven color, smears, dots, or straight lines appear in your image You may need to clean the interior of the product.
Page 177: Problems Remain After Trying All Solutions
Click Configuration, select the Preview tab, and then clear the Auto Photo Orientation check box. Then, place your documents correctly. Problems Remain After Trying All Solutions If you have tried all the solutions and have not solved the problem, initialize the Epson Scan settings. Click Configuration, select the Other tab, and then click Reset All.
Page 178: Troubleshooting For Copying
❏ To clean the inside of the product, make a copy without placing a document on the document glass/ADF. ❏ Try to use the genuine Epson ink cartridges and paper recommended by Epson. Your print is faint or has gaps ❏...
Page 179: Your Print Is Grainy
❏ Make sure the printable side (the whiter or glossier side) of the paper is facing in the right direction. “Loading Paper” on page 25 & ❏ When you select Standard Quality or Best as the Quality setting, select Off as the Bidirectional setting. Bidirectional printing decreases print quality.
Page 180: Troubleshooting For Faxing
Troubleshooting for Faxing Cannot send fax ❏ Make sure the phone cable is connected correctly and check that the phone line works. You can check the line status by using the Check Fax Connection function. “Connecting to a Phone Line” on page 96 &...
Page 181: Quality Problems (Receiving)
❏ If the fax you sent was faint or not clear, change the Resolution (or Quality depending on your model) or Contrast in the fax settings menu. “Setup mode menu list” on page 116 & ❏ Make sure that ECM is turned on. “Setup mode menu list”...
Page 182: Product Information
T7024 T7034 Note: ❏ Not all cartridges are available in all regions. ❏ For WP-4515/WP-4525, Epson recommends the T701 or T702 ink cartridges. ❏ For WP-4535/WP-4545, Epson recommends the T702 or T703 ink cartridges. Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow Color For best results, use up ink cartridge within six months of opening the package.
Page 183: Maintenance Box
Epson offers specially-designed paper and other print media for all your printing needs. Note: ❏ The availability of paper varies by location. ❏ You can find the part numbers for the following Epson special papers on the Epson support Web site. “Technical Support Web Site” on page 195 &...
Page 184: Option
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Epson Ultra Glossy Photo Paper Epson Photo Paper Epson Matte Paper - Heavyweight Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Option 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit/PXBACU1 You can use the following 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit/PXBACU1. 250-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit/PXBACU1...
Page 185: Technical Specifications
Note: ❏ Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, Epson cannot attest to the quality of any non-Epson brand or type of paper. Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
Page 186: Product Information
16:9 wide size (102 × 181 mm) 100 × 148 mm Letter 8 1/2 × 11 in. Legal 8 1/2 × 14 in. Paper types Plain paper or special paper distributed by Epson Thickness 0.08 to 0.11 mm (0.003 to 0.004 in.) (for plain paper) Weight 64 g/m²...
Page 187: Printable Area
Printable area Highlighted portions show printable area. Single sheets: Envelopes: Media type *1 The recommended margin for Envelope C4 is 9.5 mm. *2 The recommended margin for Envelope #10, Envelope DL, and Envelope C6 is 20.0 mm. Note: Depending on the type of paper, print quality may decline in the top and bottom areas of the print, or the area may be smeared.
Page 188: Scanner Specifications
Scanner specifications Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Scanner type Flatbed color Photoelectric device 10200 × 14040 pixels at 1200 dpi Effective pixels Scanning area may be restricted if resolution setting is large. 216 × 297 mm (8.5 × 11.7 inches) A4 or US letter size Document size Scanning resolution 1200 dpi (main scan)
Page 189: Network Interface Specification
Resolution Monochrome Standard: 203 × 98 dpi Fine: 203 × 196 dpi Photo: 203 × 196 dpi Color Fine: 200 × 200 dpi Photo: 200 × 200 dpi Error correction mode CCITU/ITU Group 3 fax with error correction mode Speed dial numbers Up to 60 Page memory Up to 180 pages (ITU-T No.1 chart)
Page 190: Electrical
Weight Approx. 13.8 kg (30.4 lb) without the ink cartridges and the power cord. * With the output tray extension extended. WP-4511/WP-4515 Storage Dimensions Width: 460 mm (18.1 inches) Depth: 420 mm (16.5 inches) Height: 299 mm (11.8 inches) Printing* Width: 460 mm (18.1 inches) Depth: 654 mm (25.7 inches) Height: 383 mm (15.1 inches)
Page 191 Power consumption Standalone copying Ready mode Sleep mode Power off WP-4521/WP-4525 Input voltage range Rated frequency range Input frequency range Rated current Power consumption Standalone copying Ready mode Sleep mode Power off WP-4530/WP-4531/WP-4535 Input voltage range Rated frequency range Input frequency range Rated current Power consumption Standalone...
Page 192: Environmental
Manufacture: Marvell Semiconductor Inc. Type: SP88W8786-MD0-2C2T00 This product conforms to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the IC Rules. Epson cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product.
Page 193 R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC For European users: We, Seiko Epson Corporation, hereby declare that the equipment Models, C451C and C451D, are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For use only in Ireland, UK, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Cyprus, Greece, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Czech, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Malta.
Page 194: Interface
R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC For European users: We, Seiko Epson Corporation, hereby declare that the equipment Model C451A is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For use only in Ireland, UK, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Cyprus, Greece, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Czech, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Malta.
Page 195: Where To Get Help
Depending on the product, the dial list data for fax and/or network settings may be stored in the product’s memory. Due to breakdown or repair of a product, data and/or settings may be lost. Epson shall not be responsible for the loss of any data, for backing up or recovering data and/or settings even during a warranty period.
Page 196: Help For Users In Europe
Help for Users in Europe Check your Pan-European Warranty Document for information on how to contact Epson support. Help for Users in Taiwan Contacts for information, support, and services are: World Wide Web (http://www.epson.com.tw) Information on product specifications, drivers for download, and products enquiry are available.
Page 197: Help For Users In Australia
Epson Helpdesk Epson Helpdesk is provided as a final backup to make sure our clients have access to advice. Operators on the Helpdesk can aid you in installing, configuring and operating your Epson product. Our Pre-sales Helpdesk staff can provide literature on new Epson products and advise where the nearest dealer or service agent is located.
Page 198: Help For Users In Thailand
Information on product specifications, drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Sales Enquiries, and Technical Support via e-mail are available. Epson HelpDesk (Phone: (65) 6586 3111) Our HelpDesk team can help you with the following over the phone: ❏ Sales enquiries and product information ❏...
Page 199: Epson Hotline
World Wide Web (http://www.epson.co.id) ❏ Information on product specifications, drivers for download ❏ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Sales Enquiries, questions through e-mail Epson Hotline ❏ Sales enquiries and product information ❏ Technical support Phone (62) 21-572 4350 (62) 21-572 4357...
Page 200: Help For Users In Hong Kong
To obtain technical support as well as other after-sales services, users are welcome to contact Epson Hong Kong Limited. Internet Home Page Epson Hong Kong has established a local home page in both Chinese and English on the Internet to provide users with the following information: ❏ Product information ❏...
Page 201: Help For Users In India
603-56288333 Help for Users in India Contacts for information, support, and services are: World Wide Web (http://www.epson.co.in) Information on product specifications, drivers for download, and products enquiry are available. Epson India Head Office - Bangalore Phone: 080-30515000 Fax: 30515005 Epson India Regional Offices:...
Page 202: Help For Users In The Philippines
For Service (CDMA & Mobile Users) - 3900 1600 (9AM - 6PM) Prefix local STD code Help for Users in the Philippines To obtain technical support as well as other after sales services, users are welcome to contact the Epson Philippines Corporation at the telephone and fax numbers and e-mail address below:...
Page 203 Windows...37 Dry Time...117 DSL...98 ECM...118 Enlarge...120 Enlarging pages...54 Envelopes loading...31 printable area...187 Epson paper...23 Epson Event Manager...89 Error messages...122 Errors copy...178 fax...180 print...149 scan...172 using different ring patterns (DRD)...118 Fax from a connected phone...109 Fax header...102 Fax information service...111 Fax Log...122...
Page 204 Group Dial Setup...101, 122 Head cleaning control panel...137 Mac OS X...137 Windows...136 Header...102 Help Epson...195 Epson Event Manager...89 Epson Scan...88 Home Mode...74 Horizontal banding...162 Image Adjustment...70 Incorrect characters...164 Initialize...177 checking ink cartridge status in Mac OS X...127 checking ink cartridge status in Windows...126 checking ink cartridge status using the control panel...128...
Page 205 Printing 2-sided...46 canceling...45 fit to page...54 multiple pages per sheet...57 posters...60 text...39 watermarks...64 Problems banding...162 blank pages...165 blurry prints...163 contacting Epson...195 copy...178 diagnosing...149 fax...180 incorrect characters...164 incorrect colors...163 margins...164 mirror image...165 paper feeding...166 paper jams...154 print...149 print speed...166 printer does not print...168 scan...172...
Page 206 Text printing documents...39 Thick Paper...117 Trademarks...2 Transporting printer...144 Uninstalling software...146 connecter...194 V.34...118 Watermark printing...64 Wi-Fi/Network Settings...117 Windows accessing printer settings...37 checking printer status...150 managing print jobs...150 status monitor...150 Index...

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Guidelines

Safety Instructions

Getting to Know Your Product

Paper Handling

Printing

Scanning

Copying

Faxing

Using the Control Panel

Installing Option

Replacing Consumables

Maintaining Your Printer and Software

Troubleshooting for Printing

Troubleshooting for Scanning

Troubleshooting for Copying

Troubleshooting for Faxing

Product Information

Where to Get Help

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