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Epson Stylus CX6400 Quick Reference

Epson Stylus CX6400 Quick Reference

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Copying, Printing,
and Scanning Without a Computer
Maintaining Your CX6400
Solving Problems
CPD-16933R1
4049041-00

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  • Page 1: Quick Reference

    Quick Reference Copying, Printing, and Scanning Without a Computer Maintaining Your CX6400 Solving Problems CPD-16933R1 4049041-00...

  • Page 2: Responsible Use Of Copyrighted Materials

    EPSON encourages each user to be responsible and respectful of the copyright laws when using digital cameras, scanners, and ink jet printers.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ......5 EPSON Stylus CX6400 Parts ....... . . 6 Using the Security Lock .
  • Page 4 Important Safety Instructions ....... . . 44 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty ......46 FCC Compliance Statement .

  • Page 5: Using Your Stylus Cx6400

    Using Your Stylus CX6400 ® You can use your EPSON Stylus CX6400 to make color or black-and-white copies without turning on your computer. All you have to do is place your original on the glass and press a button. You can also print photos directly from your digital camera’s memory card—just insert the card, select the settings you want to use, and print.

  • Page 6: Epson Stylus Cx6400 Parts

    EPSON Stylus CX6400 Parts Feeder guard Paper support Scanner lid Output tray USB cable Scanner lid LCD screen Control panel Document table Paper Scanner thickness section lever Ink cartridges Using Your Stylus CX6400...

  • Page 7: Using The Security Lock

    3. Windows: If you see the Software Installation screen, click SecurityLock Tool file located in that folder. Macintosh: The EPSON folder automatically opens (if it doesn’t, double- click the EPSON CD-ROM icon). Then double-click the icon. You see this screen:...
  • Page 8 4. Make sure Security Lock On 5. At the confirmation screen, click now enabled the Security Lock menu on the CX6400. 6. On the control panel, press the display Security Lock 7. Press the button. Color 8. Press the button next to 9.
  • Page 9 2. Windows: If you see the Software Installation screen, click SecurityLock Tool file located in that folder. Macintosh: The EPSON folder automatically opens (if it doesn’t, double- click the EPSON CD-ROM icon). Then double-click the icon. button, then use the Setup on the LCD screen.
  • Page 10 You see this screen: Select off 3. Select Security Lock Off 4. At the confirmation screen, click deactivates the security lock feature so that the Security Lock menu on the CX6400 no longer appears. You now have full access to the CX6400. Using Your Stylus CX6400 and click again and close the program.

  • Page 11: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Follow the guidelines in this chapter to load paper in your CX6400 and select compatible EPSON papers for high-quality results. See these sections: “Loading Single Sheets” (below) “Using Special Papers” on page 12 Loading Single Sheets 1. Extend the output tray.

  • Page 12: Using Special Papers

    Stylus CX6400. Note: Some of these papers can be used only when printing from your computer. Paper name* EPSON Premium Bright White Paper EPSON Photo Paper or EPSON Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight EPSON Double-Sided Matte Paper...
  • Page 13 Scrapbook Paper for Epson * The availability of paper types varies by location. To order EPSON ink cartridges and paper, contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

  • Page 14: Copying

    Copying Follow the instructions in this chapter to use your CX6400 as a stand-alone copy machine. See these sections: “Copying Without a Computer” (below) “Changing Copy Settings” on page 15 Copying Without a Computer 1. Open the scanner lid. 2. Place your document face-down on the glass, in the upper-left corner. Move your document about 1/8 inch from the top and side edge so your entire document is scanned.

  • Page 15: Changing Copy Settings

    3. Close the scanner lid. 4. Press the button to enter Copy Mode. Copy 5. The default copy settings are displayed on the LCD screen. Change any necessary copy settings, as described in “Changing Copy Settings” (below). 6. Press the Color Copy (to make black-and-white copies).

  • Page 16: Number Of Copies

    If you have loaded this kind of paper... Plain paper EPSON Premium Bright White Paper EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight PremierArt Matte Scrapbook Paper for Epson EPSON Photo Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Premium Semigloss Photo Paper EPSON DURABright Ink Glossy Photo Paper...

  • Page 17: Paper Size

    Paper Size Use this button to select the size of paper you’ve loaded. Choose one of these sizes: (letter), 4 × 6 5 × 7 Note: If printing 4 × 6 photos, do not use paper with with micro perforated edges. Instead, select one of the papers listed on pages 12 and 13.
  • Page 18 Copy Layout If you want to make copies with a special layout (for example, borderless copies or several copies on one sheet), use the Copy Layout menu. To select a special layout: 1. Press the Menu 2. Press the green button next to the LCD screen until you see displayed, then press 3.

  • Page 19: Copy Density

    Copy Layout Poster Prints the original image on separate sheets (4, 9, or 16) that you can paste together to make a large poster 2-up Copies two originals onto one sheet 4-up Copies four originals onto one sheet * If print quality declines at the bottom of the page, use the Standard layout setting. Copy Density To make your copies lighter or darker, use the Copy Density menu: 1.

  • Page 20: Using Memory Cards

    Using Memory Cards This chapter tells you what kinds of memory cards to use with your CX6400, and how to insert them. See these sections: “Compatible Memory Cards” (below) “Inserting a Card” on page 21 “Using Your CX6400 as a Card Reader” on page 22 See also “Printing from a Card”...

  • Page 21: Inserting A Card

    Inserting a Card 1. Make sure the CX6400 is turned on. 2. If you will be printing from or scanning to the card, make sure your CX6400 is not connected to your computer (or your computer is turned off ). If you want to copy images between the card and your computer, leave the computer connected.

  • Page 22: Using Your Cx6400 As A Card Reader

    Note: If this is your first time inserting a card, see “Using EPSON CardMonitor” on page 23 to set up EPSON CardMonitor. Using Memory Cards Found Images...
  • Page 23 CX6400 recognize the new images. Using EPSON CardMonitor You can use EPSON CardMonitor to copy images automatically to your computer whenever you insert a card. You can also pick an application to automatically open and help you edit your pictures.
  • Page 24 Applications ImageCapture 2. From the Image Capture menu, select 3. From the Camera Preferences drop-down list, select Applications folder opens. 4. Open the EPSON CardMonitor folder, then click the icon. 5. Click the Open 6. Close the Image Capture utility.

  • Page 25: Printing From A Card

    Printing from a Card The Stylus CX6400 lets you print photos directly from your digital camera’s memory card—you don’t even have to connect the CX6400 to a computer. If your memory card contains photos taken with a camera that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), you can pre-select the photos you want to print while the card is still in the camera.

  • Page 26: Selecting Photos To Print

    After the index form prints, Available paper types EPSON Photo Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Premium Semigloss Photo Paper EPSON DURABright Ink Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight PremierArt Matte Scrapbook Paper for Epson Scan...
  • Page 27 4. Make sure Scan Index doesn’t appear, press the the LCD screen until you see 5. Place the index form face-down on the scanner, so that the top of the form is aligned against the left edge of the glass (see page 31). 6.

  • Page 28: Printing With Dpof

    Printing with DPOF Follow these steps if you’ve already selected the photos you want to print using your camera’s DPOF feature. 1. Insert a memory card containing DPOF image files (see “Inserting a Card” on page 21). 2. Load the type of paper you want to print on. 3.

  • Page 29: Choosing Print Settings

    If you have loaded this kind of paper... Plain paper EPSON Bright White Photo Paper EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight PremierArt Matte Scrapbook Paper for Epson EPSON Photo Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Premium Semigloss Photo Paper EPSON DURABright Ink Glossy Photo Paper...
  • Page 30 Layout Use this button to select one of these layout settings: Setting Results B-Free Prints without margins (BorderFree) so that the image covers the whole page. 1-up Prints one or more photos per page. For example, 8-up prints up to 8 2-up photos per page.

  • Page 31: Scanning To A Card

    Scanning to a Card Follow the instructions in this chapter to scan your photos and other documents directly to a memory card. See these sections: “Placing Your Original Document” (below) “Scanning to a Card” on page 32 Placing Your Original Document 1.

  • Page 32: Scanning To A Card

    Scanning to a Card Follow these steps to scan an image to a memory card and save it in JPEG format: 1. Make sure your CX6400 is not connected to your computer (or your computer is turned off ), then insert a memory card (see page 21). Note: If the card is not properly formatted, you see a message on the LCD screen.
  • Page 33 8. Make sure your original document is placed in the scanner, then press the button to start scanning. Your image is saved to the “epscan” folder on Color the memory card. Caution: Never open the scanner section while scanning or copying, or you could damage the CX6400.

  • Page 34: Maintaining Your Cx6400

    Maintaining Your CX6400 If you notice a decline in print quality, follow the instructions in this chapter to check and clean the print head. You’ll also find instructions on checking ink levels and replacing the ink cartridges. See these sections: “Cleaning the Print Head”...
  • Page 35 4. After the nozzle check finishes printing, make sure each line is complete, without any gaps or missing dots: If any dots are missing, as shown below, clean the print head as described in the next section. Running the Head Cleaning Utility If you need to clean the print head, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 36: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    Replacing Ink Cartridges To check ink levels, follow these steps: 1. Press the Setup 2. Press the green button next to the LCD screen until then press the Color You see the amount of ink available in each cartridge: (Yellow), (Black).
  • Page 37 Leave the empty cartridge installed until you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out. To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage to your CX6400 not covered by EPSON’s warranty.
  • Page 38 4. Identify the cartridge you need to replace. Press in the tab at the back of the cartridge, then lift it straight out. Dispose of it carefully. Warning: If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water.
  • Page 39 7. Close the ink cartridge cover, then lower the scanner section. The CX6400 begins charging the ink delivery system and “Charging . . .” appears on the LCD screen. Wait for charging to finish before using your CX6400. Replacing Ink Cartridges...

  • Page 40: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems If you have a problem with your Stylus CX6400, check the messages on the LCD screen, run a nozzle check (see page 34), or see “Problems and Solutions” below. For problems with scanning or printing from your computer, double-click the CX6400 Reference Guide icon on your computer desktop.

  • Page 41: Paper Feeding Problems

    Don’t spray glass cleaner directly on the glass. Make sure your paper isn’t damp, curled, or loaded face down (the printable side should be face up). Load new paper face up. Use EPSON papers for proper saturation and absorption of genuine EPSON inks.

  • Page 42: Where To Get Help

    Where To Get Help If you need help with your EPSON Stylus CX6400 or EPSON Scan software, see “EPSON Support” below. If you need help with any other software that came with your CX6400, see “Other Software Technical Support” on page 43.

  • Page 43: Other Software Technical Support

    Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase Computer configuration Description of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from the EPSON Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

  • Page 44: Notices

    Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your EPSON Stylus CX6400, read and follow these safety instructions: Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the Stylus CX6400. Use only the type of power source indicated on the Stylus CX6400 label.

  • Page 45: Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions

    Do not block or cover openings in the Stylus CX6400 case or insert objects through the slots. Except as specifically explained in your documentation, do not attempt to service the Stylus CX6400 yourself. Unplug the Stylus CX6400 and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: if the power cord or plug is damaged;...

  • Page 46: Lcd Panel Safety Instructions

    Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of the replacement. Epson requires a debit or a credit card number to secure the cost of the replacement printer in the event that you fail to return the defective one.
  • Page 47 Epson or its authorized service center, where the printer will be fixed and sent back to you. You are responsible for packing the printer and for all costs to and from the Epson authorized service center. When warranty service involves the exchange of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property.

  • Page 48: Fcc Compliance Statement

    Epson America, Inc. FCC Compliance Statement 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.

  • Page 49: Declaration Of Conformity

    Model: C161A ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA ENERGY STAR office equipment program is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment...
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