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User’s Guide
Copyright and Trademarks
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Contents
Copyright and Trademarks
Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting Up the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Choosing a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Handling Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 1 Using Your Software

Overview of Printer Driver and Status Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Uninstalling the Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Uninstalling the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Uninstalling the User’s Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 2 Paper Handling

Using Special Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Paper Loading Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Front Paper Cassette. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Rear Sheet Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Using the Optional Legal-Size Paper Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Loading Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting Up the Output Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 3 Basic Printing

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Printing Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Printing Photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Printing on Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Printing Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Printer Settings for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Printing Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Preparing the Print File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Printing on Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Loading Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Canceling Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Using the Cancel Button on the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Canceling from Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Canceling from Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Chapter 4 Printing with Special Layout Options

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Double-Sided (Duplex) Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Fit to Page Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Pages Per Sheet Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Poster Printing (for Windows only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Watermark Printing (for Windows only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Double-sided (Duplex) Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Standard Double-sided Printing for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Standard Double-sided Printing for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Standard Double-sided Printing for Mac OS X 10.4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Folded Booklet Double-sided Printing (for Windows only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Fit to Page Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Pages Per Sheet Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Poster Printing (for Windows only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
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Printer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
How to Make a Poster from Your Printouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Watermark Printing (for Windows only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Printing the Watermark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Creating Your Own Watermark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Chapter 5 Using the Control Panel

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
The Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Buttons and Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Icons on the LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
How to Access the Control Panel Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Control Panel Menu List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Status and Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Printing the Status Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Entering the Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Chapter 6 Installing Options

Optional Legal-size Paper Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Installing the Optional Legal-size Paper Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Optional Duplex Unit (B-310N only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Installing the Optional Duplex Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Uninstalling the Optional Duplex Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Optional Legal-size Paper Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Installing the Optional Legal-size Paper Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Chapter 7 Replacing Consumables

Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Checking the Ink Cartridge Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Purchasing Epson Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Handling Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Replacing an Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Maintenance Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Checking the Maintenance Box Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Purchasing a Replacement Maintenance Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Handling Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Replacing the Maintenance Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
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Chapter 8 Maintaining Your Printer
Auto Head Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Checking the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Using the Nozzle Check Utility for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Using the Nozzle Check Utility for Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Using the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Cleaning the Print Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Using the Head Cleaning Utility for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Using the Head Cleaning Utility for Mac OS X. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Aligning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Using the Print Head Alignment Utility for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Using the Print Head Alignment Utility for Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Cleaning Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Cleaning the Inside of Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Transporting Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Storing Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Chapter 9 Using the Printer on a Network

Setting Up the Printer on a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Setting Up Your Computers to Use the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting
Diagnosing the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Running a Printer Operation Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Checking Printer Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
For Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Using the Progress Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
For Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
The Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Horizontal Banding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Vertical Misalignment or Banding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Incorrect or Missing Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Blurry or Smeared Printout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Ink Bleeds Through the Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
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Miscellaneous Printout Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Incorrect or Garbled Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Incorrect Margins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Printout Has a Slight Slant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Inverted Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Blank Pages Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Printed Side is Smeared or Scuffed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Printing is too Slow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Paper Does Not Feed Correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Paper Does Not Feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Multiple Pages Feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Paper is Improperly Loaded. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Paper is not Ejected Fully or is Wrinkled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
The Printer Does Not Print. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
All Lights Are Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Lights Came On and then Went Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
The Power Light is On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Increasing the Print Speed (for Windows only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Print Head Cleaning Does Not Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Color Ink is Consumed Even When Printing in Black Ink Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Appendix A Where To Get Help

Epson Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Speak to a Support Representative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Purchase Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Appendix B Product Information

Printer Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
................................................................... 167
Paper, Consumables, and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Ink Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Maintenance Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Duplex Unit (B-310N Users only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Legal-size Paper Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Legal-size Paper Cassette. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Ink Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Contents 7
Mechanical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Standards and Approvals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
FCC Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
For United States Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
For Canadian Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Open Source Software License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
BSD License (Berkeley Software Distribution License) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Bonjour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Operating System Versions
Index
Contents 8
Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of the instructions in this section before using the printer. Also, be sure to follow
all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
Setting Up the Printer
Observe the following when setting up the printer:
❏ Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the printer.
❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s label.
❏ Use only the power cord that comes with the printer. Use of another cord may result in
fire or electric shock.
❏ The printer’s power cord is for use with the printer only. Use with other equipment may
result in fire or electric shock.
❏ Be sure your AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standard.
❏ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that
regularly switch on and off.
❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers.
❏ Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic
interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.
❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏ If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure that the total ampere rating of
the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating.
Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the wall outlet
does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere rating.
❏ Do not attempt to service the printer yourself.
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❏ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer; the printer has been
dropped or the casing damaged; the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a
distinct change in performance.
❏ When connecting the printer to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the
correct orientation of the connectors. Each connector has only one correct orientation.
Inserting a connector in the wrong orientation may damage both devices connected by
the cable.
❏ 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.
❏ Do not hold the duplex unit when you lift the printer to prevent the duplex unit from
becoming detached. Also, make sure that the duplex unit is attached correctly after
setting up the printer.
Choosing a Place for the Printer
Observe the following when choosing a place for the printer:
❏ Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base of the printer in
all directions. If you place the printer by the wall, leave at least 4 inches (10 cm)
between the back of the printer and the wall. The printer will not operate properly if it is
tilted at an angle.
❏ When storing or transporting the printer, do not tilt it, stand it on its side, or turn it upside
down. Otherwise, ink may leak from the ink packs.
❏ Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be fully ejected.
❏ Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also, keep the
printer away from direct sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
❏ Avoid places subject to dust, shocks, or vibrations.
❏ Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient ventilation.
❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.
Using the Printer
Observe the following when using the printer:
❏ Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless instructed to do so in this
guide.
❏ Do not insert objects through the slots in the printer.
❏ Take care not to spill liquid on the printer.
❏ Do not touch the white flat cable inside the printer.
❏ Do not put your hand inside the printer during printing.
❏ Do not use aerosol products that contain flammable gases inside or around this
product. Doing so may cause fire.
❏ Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may damage the printer.
❏ Do not move the cartridge lever during printing.
❏ Always turn off the printer using the P Power button. When this button is pressed, the
P Power light flashes. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the outlet until
the P Power light stops flashing.
❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure that the print head is in the home (far right)
position.
❏ Be careful not to trap your fingers when closing the printer cover.
Handling Ink Cartridges
Observe the following when handling ink cartridges:
❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink.
❏ If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them
immediately with water.
❏ Shake the ink cartridge for 5 seconds before installing it for best results.
Caution:
c Do not shake cartridges (that have been installed previously) with too much force.
❏ Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge carton.
❏ Use up the ink cartridge within six months of installation for best results.
❏ Do not disassemble or modify the ink cartridge. This may affect normal operation and
printing.
❏ Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.
❏ After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at
room temperature for at least three hours before using it.
❏ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge. This may affect normal
operation and printing. The IC chip on this ink cartridge retains a variety of cartridge
related-information, such as the ink cartridge status, so that the cartridge may be
removed and reinserted freely. However, each time the cartridge is inserted, some ink
is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check. If you
remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust, and
store it in the same environment as this product. Note that there is a valve in the ink
supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent the ink
from staining items that the cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink supply port or
surrounding area.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes in this User’s Guide are defined as follows:
Warnings
w must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions
c must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes
contain important information and useful tips on the operation of the printer.
Chapter 1
Using Your Software
Overview of Printer Driver and Status Monitor
The printer driver lets you choose from a wide variety of settings to get the best printing
results. Status Monitor and the printer utilities help you check the printer and keep it in top
operating condition.
Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows
You can access the printer driver from most Windows® applications, the Windows Start
menu, or the taskbar.
To make settings that apply only to the application you are using, access the printer driver
from that application.
To make settings that apply to all of your Windows applications, access the printer driver
from the Start menu or the taskbar.
Refer to the following sections to access the printer driver.
Note:
Screen shots of the printer driver windows in this User's Guide are from Windows XP.
From Windows Applications
1. Click Print or Print Setup on the File menu.
2. In the window that appears, click Printer, Setup, Options, Preferences, or

Properties. (Depending on your application, you may need to click one or a
combination of these buttons.)
From the Start Menu
1. Windows 7:
Click the Start button, and select Devices and Printers.
Windows Vista® and Server 2008:

Click the Start button, select Control Panel, and then select Printer from the
Hardware and Sound category. (If the Control Panel is in Classic View, click Printers.)
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Windows XP and Server 2003:
Click Start, Control Panel, then click Printers and Faxes. (If the Control Panel is in
Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Printers and Faxes.)
Windows 2000:
Click Start, point to Settings, then click Printers.
2. Windows 7:
Right-click the icon the printer and select Printing preferences.
Windows Vista and Server 2008:

Select the printer and then click Select printing preferences.
Windows XP, Server 2003, and 2000:

Select the printer, then click Printing Preferences on the File menu.
From the Shortcut Icon on the Taskbar
Right-click the printer icon on the taskbar, then select Printer Settings.
To add a shortcut icon to the Windows taskbar, first access the printer driver from the Start
menu as described above. Next, click the Maintenance tab, the Speed & Progress
button, and then the Monitoring Preferences button. In the Monitoring Preferences
window, select the Select Shortcut Icon check box.
Getting Information through Online Help
You can access online help for items in the printer driver from your application or the
Windows Start menu.
& See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows” on page 14.
In the printer driver window, try one of the following procedures:
❏ Right-click the item, then click Help.
❏ Click the button at the top right of the window, then click the item (for Windows XP
and 2000 only).
Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X
The table below describes how to access the printer driver dialog.

Dialog How to Access It
Page Setup Click Page Setup on the File menu of your application.
Note for Mac OS® X 10.5 and 10.6:
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 You can access this software in the following three ways:
Utility3 ❏ Double-click the EPSON Printer Utility3 icon in the Applications
folder in Macintosh HD. Select the printer from the Printer List, then
click OK.
❏ Click Print from your application’s File menu, choose Print Settings in
the Print window that is displayed, then click the Utility icon. This
Utility icon is not displayed when the printer is shared.
❏ For Mac OS X 10.4 only
Open the Applications folder on your hard drive, then open the
Utilities folder and double-click the Print Center or Printer Setup
Utility icon. Select the appropriate printer from the list, then click the
Configure or Utility button.
Getting information through online help
Click the Help button in the Print dialog.
Uninstalling the Printer Software
Uninstalling the Printer Driver
You may need to uninstall your printer driver if you:
❏ Upgrade your computer’s operating system.
❏ Update your printer driver with a newer version.
❏ Have a problem with the printer driver.
If you are upgrading your operating system or updating the printer driver version, be sure
to uninstall the current printer driver before upgrading or installing the new driver.
Otherwise, the driver update will not work.

For Windows
Note:
❏ To uninstall programs in Windows 7 and Windows Vista, you need an administrator account
and the password if you log on as a standard user.
❏ To uninstall programs in Windows XP, you must log on to a Computer Administrator account.
❏ To uninstall programs in Windows 2000, you must log on as a user with administrative
privileges (belonging to the Administrators group).
1. Turn off the printer and disconnect its interface cable.
2. Windows 7 and Windows Vista and Server 2008:

Click the Start button and select Control Panel.

Click Start and select Control Panel.
Windows 2000:
Click Start, point to Settings, and select Control Panel.

Click Uninstall a program from the Programs category, and then select EPSON
Printer Software from the list.
Windows XP and 2000:

Select Add/Remove Programs and then select EPSON Printer Software from the list.

Click Uninstall/Change.

Click Change/Remove.
5. Select the icon for your printer and click OK.
6. Click OK to uninstall the printer driver.
For Mac OS X
Note:
To uninstall the programs, you must log on to a Computer Administrator account. You cannot
uninstall programs if you log on as a Limited account user.
1. Quit all running applications.
2. Insert the Epson printer software CD-ROM into your Macintosh.

3. Double-click the Mac OS X icon in the Epson folder. The CD Installer screen is
displayed. Click Custom Install.
4. Select Printer Driver.
Note:
If the Authenticate dialog appears, enter your password or phrase and click OK.
5. Read the software license agreement and click Accept.
6. Select Uninstall from the menu in the upper left and click Uninstall.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall the printer driver.
Note for Mac OS X 10.4:

If the name of your printer remains in the Print Center or Printer Setup Utility, select the name from
Printer List and click Delete.
Uninstalling the User’s Guide
For Windows
Note:
❏ To uninstall programs in Windows 7 and Windows Vista, you need an administrator account
and the password if you log on as a standard user.
❏ To uninstall programs in Windows XP, you must log on to a Computer Administrator account.
❏ To uninstall programs in Windows 2000, you must log on as a user with administrative
privileges (belonging to the Administrators group).
1. Turn off the printer and disconnect its interface cable.

Click the Start button and select Control Panel.

Click Start, then select Control Panel.
Windows 2000:
Click Start, point to Settings, and select Control Panel.

Click Uninstall a program from the Programs category.

Select Add or Remove Programs.

4. Select this printer’s Manual from the list.

Click Uninstall/Change.

Click Change/Remove.
6. Click OK.
For Mac OS X
Note:
To uninstall the programs, you must log on to a Computer Administrator account. You cannot
uninstall programs if you log on as a Limited account user.
1. Quit all running applications.
2. Insert the Epson printer software CD-ROM into your Macintosh.
3. Double-click the Mac OS X icon in the Epson folder. The CD Installer screen is
displayed. Click Custom Install.
4. Select User’s Guide.
5. Select Uninstall from the menu in the upper left and click Uninstall.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall the User’s Guide.

Chapter 2
Paper Handling
Using Special Paper
You can achieve best results with most types of plain bond paper. However, coated papers
can also be used.
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.
& See “Paper, Consumables, and Options” on page 167.
When loading special paper distributed by Epson, read the instruction sheets packed with
the paper first and keep the following points in mind.
Note:
❏ Load the paper into the rear sheet feeder printable side up, and in the front paper cassette
printable side down. The printable side is usually whiter or glossier. See the instruction sheets
packed with the paper for more information.
❏ If the paper is curled, flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite direction before loading. Printing
on curled paper may cause ink to smear on your printout.
❏ Avoid using coated color-laser paper, which can lead to unsatisfactory results.
Paper Loading Capacities
Refer to the table below for the loading capacities of Epson special paper and other paper.
Front paper cassette:
Media Type Loading Capacity
Epson Bright White Paper Up to 400 sheets
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Plain paper Up to 510 sheets
Rear sheet feeder:
Media Type Loading Capacity
Plain paper (letter-size) Up to 150 sheets
Plain paper (legal-size) 1 sheet at a time (up to 60

sheets with the optional
legal-size paper support)
Epson Bright White Paper Up to 100 (70 sheets for manual

double-sided printing)
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Up to 20 sheets
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte 1 sheet at a time

Double-Sided
Epson Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets 1 sheet at a time
Epson Presentation Paper Matte Up to 100 sheets
Envelopes Up to 15 envelopes
Note:
❏ If the paper is curled, flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite direction. Make sure the paper
stack fits under the c arrow mark inside the edge guide.
❏ Maximum capacity for plain paper depends on the weight and thickness of the paper.
❏ The output tray has a maximum capacity of 170 sheets.
You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies CentralSM at
www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase
supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON
(800-463-7766).
Loading Paper
Follow these steps to load paper:
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Front Paper Cassette
1. Pull out the front paper cassette.
Note:
❏ The B-310N and the standard-sized front paper cassette are shown throughout.
❏ If the legal-size paper cassette (optional for the B-310N) is attached instead of the front
paper cassette, raise its cover and flip it open.
2. Squeeze the edge guides and slide them out until they click into place.
MODIFY TO SHOW LETTER SIZE
3. Fan a stack of paper, then tap it on a flat surface to even the edges.
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4. Load the paper with the printable side down.
Note:
Avoid adding paper in the middle of print jobs. Doing so may prevent the paper from feeding
smoothly.
5. Squeeze the edge guides and slide them against the paper until they click.
Note:
If the legal-size paper cassette is attached instead of the front paper cassette, close its cover.
6. Gently reinsert the cassette into the printer.
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Caution:
c To avoid paper jams, do not force the front paper cassette or legal size paper cassette
into the printer and check the edge guides after inserting the cassette.
7. Slide out and extend the extension tray.
Note:
❏ Make sure the paper stack fits under the c arrow mark inside the left edge guide.
❏ The legal size paper cassette does not align flush with the output tray.
Rear Sheet Feeder
1. Open the paper support.
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3. Slide the edge guide to the left.
4. Fan a stack of paper, then tap it on a flat surface to even the edges.
5. Load the paper with the printable side up, against the right side of the rear sheet feeder.
Then slide the edge guide against the left edge of the paper.
Note:
❏ Always load paper into the rear sheet feeder short edge first, even when you are printing
landscape-oriented pictures.
❏ Avoid adding paper in the middle of print jobs. Doing so may prevent the paper from feeding
smoothly.
❏ Make sure the paper stack fits under the c arrow mark inside the left edge guide.
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Using the Optional Legal-Size Paper Support
Align the legal-size paper support with the right side of the paper support and attach it as
shown. You can load up to 60 sheets of plain legal-size paper (up to 20 lb or 75 g/m²).
Do not leave legal-size paper in the rear sheet feeder when you are not printing, or the
sheets may curl.
Loading Envelopes
Follow these steps to load envelopes:
1. Open the paper support.
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3. Slide the left edge guide to the left.
4. Load envelopes short edge first with the flap facing down and to the left. Then slide the
left edge guide against the left edge of the envelopes.
Note:
❏ The thickness of envelopes and their ability to fold vary widely. If the total thickness of the stack
of envelopes exceeds 0.6 inch (15 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.
❏ You can load up to 15 envelopes at a time in the rear sheet feeder.
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❏ Do not use envelopes that are curled or folded.
❏ Flatten the envelope flaps before loading.
❏ Flatten the leading edge of the envelope before loading.
❏ Avoid using envelopes that are too thin, as they may curl during printing.
For printing instructions, see the following instructions.

& See “Printing on Envelopes” on page 42.
Setting Up the Output Tray
The output tray is located on the front paper cassette. Slide out the extension tray and then
open the flap on the extension tray to prevent your prints from slipping off the printer. The
maximum capacity of the output tray is 170 sheets.
Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type
The printer automatically adjusts itself for the type of paper you select in your print settings.
That is why the paper type or media type setting is so important. 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 Select this paper type (media

type) setting
Plain paper Plain Paper/Bright White Paper
Epson Bright White Paper
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Premium Presentation Paper

Matte
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Double-Sided
Epson Presentation Paper Matte Presentation Paper Matte
Envelopes Envelope
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Chapter 3
Basic Printing
Introduction
This section guides you through the procedures for different kinds of printing.
Printing Documents
Explains how to print documents on various types of paper.

& See “Printing Documents” on page 30.
Printing Photos
Explains how to print photos on various types of paper.

& See “Printing Photos” on page 36.
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Printing on Envelopes
Explains how to print on envelopes.

& See “Printing on Envelopes” on page 42.
Printing Documents
Loading Paper
Refer to the section below for details on loading paper.
& See “Loading Paper” on page 21.
When using special Epson paper, refer to the section below.
& See “Using Special Paper” on page 20.
Printer Settings for Windows
1. Open the file you want to print.
2. Access the printer settings.
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3. Click the Main tab, then select one of the following Quality Option settings:
❏ Draft for rough drafts with reduced print quality
❏ Text for text-only documents with higher text quality
❏ Text & Image for higher quality documents with text and images
4. Select the paper source as the Source setting.
5. Select the appropriate Type setting.
& See “Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type” on page 28.
6. Select the appropriate Size setting. You can also define a custom paper size. For
details, see the online help.
7. Select Portrait (tall) or Landscape (wide) to change the orientation of your printout.
8. Click OK to close the printer settings window.
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9. Print your file.
Note:
You can also print on both sides of the paper.
& See “Double-Sided (Duplex) Printing” on page 51.
Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6
Follow these steps to adjust your printer settings.
2. Access the Print dialog.
& See “Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X” on page 15.
3. Click the d button to extend this dialog.
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4. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, and then make suitable settings.
Note:
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.
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5. Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu.
6. Make the settings that you want to use to print. See online help for details of Print
Settings.
7. Click Print to start printing.
Printer Settings for Mac OS X 10.4
2. Access the Page Setup dialog.
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3. Select the printer you are using as the Format for setting, and then make suitable
settings.
4. Click OK to close the Page Setup dialog.
6. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting. Then make the Copies & Pages
settings.
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Settings.
Printing Photos
Preparing the Print File
You need to adjust the image file to the size of the paper. If your application has margin
settings, make sure that the margins are within the printable area of the page.
& See “Printable Area” on page 171.
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Loading Paper
Refer to the section below for details on loading paper.
When using special Epson paper, refer to the section below.
& See “Using Special Paper” on page 20.
2. Click the Main tab, then select Photo in the Quality Option settings.
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5. Select the appropriate Size setting. You can also define a custom paper size. For
details, see the online help.
After completing the steps above, print one test copy and examine the results before
printing an entire job.
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Note:
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Settings.
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settings.
5. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting. Then make the Copies & Pages
settings.
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Settings.
Printing on Envelopes
Loading Envelopes
Refer to the section below for loading envelopes.
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& See “Loading Envelopes” on page 26.
Refer to the section below for the printable area.
❏ Text for most envelopes
❏ Text & Image to print images on the envelope
3. Select Rear Tray as the Source setting.
4. Select Envelope as the Type setting.
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5. Select the appropriate envelope size from the available Size settings. You can also
define a custom size. For details, see the online help.
6. Select Landscape as the Orientation setting.
8. Print your envelope.
3. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, and then select a suitable
envelope size as the Paper Size setting. You can also define a custom envelope size.
For details, see the online help.
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Note:
Basic Printing 45
6. Select Envelope as the Media Type setting.
7. Make other settings that you want to use to print. See online help for details of Print
Settings.
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2. Select the printer you are using as the Format for setting.
3. Select the appropriate envelope size as the Paper Size setting. You can also define a
custom envelope size. For details, see the online help.
7. Select the printer you are using as the Printer setting, then make the Copies & Pages
settings.
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9. Select Envelope as the Media Type setting.
Settings.
Canceling Printing
If you need to cancel printing, follow the instructions in the appropriate section below.
Using the Cancel Button on the Printer
Press the + Cancel button to cancel a print job in progress.
Canceling from Windows
When you start printing, the progress meter appears on your computer screen.
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Click the Stop button to cancel printing.
Canceling from Mac OS X
Follow the steps below to cancel a print job.
1. Click your printer icon in the Dock.
2. In the Document Name list, select the document that is printing.
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3. Click the Delete button to cancel the print job.
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Chapter 4
Printing with Special Layout Options
Introduction
You can print with a variety of layouts for special projects, such as booklets and posters.
Double-Sided (Duplex) Printing
Lets you print on both sides of the paper.

& See “Double-sided (Duplex) Printing” on page 53.
Fit to Page Printing
Lets you automatically enlarge or reduce the size of your document to fit the paper size
selected in the printer driver.
& See “Fit to Page Printing” on page 73.
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Pages Per Sheet Printing
Lets you print two or four pages on a single sheet of paper.

& See “Pages Per Sheet Printing” on page 81.
Poster Printing (for Windows only)
Lets you enlarge material on a single document page to cover 4, 9, or 16 printed sheets of
paper, and then make a poster.
& See “Poster Printing (for Windows only)” on page 89.
Watermark Printing (for Windows only)
Lets you print text or an image as a watermark on each page of your printout.
& See “Watermark Printing (for Windows only)” on page 94.

For example, you can put “Confidential” on an important document.
Double-sided (Duplex) Printing
Two types of double-sided printing are available: standard and folded booklet.
Standard double-sided printing lets you automatically print on both sides of the page (on
plain paper only), using the duplex unit.
Without the duplex unit, you can print the odd-numbered pages first. Once these pages are
printed, you can reload them to print the even-numbered pages onto the opposite side of
the paper.

Folded booklet double-sided printing allows you to make single-fold booklets. The pages
that will appear on the outside (after the page is folded) are printed first. The pages that will
appear inside the booklet can then be printed after you reload the paper into the printer.
✽: Binding edge
You can create a booklet by printing pages 1 and 4 on the first sheet of paper, pages 5 and
8 on the second sheet, and pages 9 and 12 on the third sheet.
After you reload these sheets into the rear sheet feeder, you can then print pages 2 and 3
on the back of the first sheet of paper, pages 6 and 7 on the back of the second sheet, and
pages 10 and 11 on the back of the third sheet.
The resulting pages can then be folded and bound together into a booklet.
Note:
❏ Depending on the paper, stacks of up to 30 sheets can be loaded into the rear sheet feeder
during double-sided printing.
❏ Only use papers that are suitable for double-sided printing. Otherwise, the printout quality may
deteriorate.
❏ Depending on the paper and the amount of ink used to print text and images, ink may bleed
through to the other side of the paper.
❏ The surface of the paper may be smeared during double-sided printing.

Standard Double-sided Printing for Windows
Automatic Double-sided Printing (Using the Duplex Unit)
Follow the steps below to print odd- and even-numbered pages onto opposite sides of the
sheet using the duplex unit.
Note:
The duplex unit is standard on the B-510DN and available as an option for the B-310N. Automatic
double-sided printing supports plain paper and Epson Bright White Paper only. Thick plain paper is
not supported for automatic double-sided printing.
❏ Text for text-only pages

❏ Text & Image for higher quality pages with text and images
❏ Graphic for higher quality graphics
❏ Photo for good quality and speed
4. Select Plain Paper/Bright White Paper as the Type setting.
5. Select the appropriate Size setting.
7. Select 2-sided printing, Auto.
8. Click OK to save your settings.
9. Click OK or Print to start printing.
Note:
Do not try to pull out your prints before both sides of the page are printed.
Special Settings for Automatic Double-sided Printing (Using the Duplex

Unit)
When you print photos or heavy text on both sides of the page, you can adjust the print
density and drying time to prevent ink from bleeding through to the other side. You can also
adjust the margins to allow for binding your pages.
Note:
Automatic double-sided printing supports plain paper and Epson Bright White Paper only.
2. Select the appropriate Quality Option, Paper Options, and Orientation.
& See “Automatic Double-sided Printing (Using the Duplex Unit)” on page 55.

3. Click the Page Layout tab.
4. Select Auto under 2-sided printing to use the automatic double-sided printing
function.
5. Click Adjust Print Density to open the Print Density Adjustment window.
6. Select the appropriate document type as the Select Document Type setting.

7. Specify the Print Density and Increased Ink Drying Time as the Adjustments setting.
Note:
When you print dense photos on both sides of the paper, reduce the print density and increase
the drying time to improve quality.
8. Click OK to return to the Page Layout window.
9. Click Margins to open the Margins window.
10. Specify the edge of the paper where the binding will be placed. You can choose Left,
Top, or Right.
11. Choose cm or inch as the Unit setting. Then specify the width of the binding margin.
You can enter any width from 0.12 to 1.18 inches or 0.3 to 3.0 cm.
Note:
The actual binding margin may be different from the specified settings depending on your
application. Experiment with a few sheets to examine actual results before printing the entire
job.
12. Click OK to return to the Page Layout window. Then click OK to save your settings.
13. Load paper into the printer, then send the print job from your application.
Note:
Do not try to pull out your prints before both sides of the page are printed.
Manual Double-sided Printing
sheet.


7. Click the Page Layout tab.
8. Select Manual under 2-sided printing to use manual double-sided printing function.

Top, or Right.
11. Choose cm or inch as the Unit setting. Then specify the width of the binding margin.
You can enter any width from 0.12 to 1.18 inches, or from 0.3 to 3.0 cm.
Note:
The actual binding margin may be different from the specified settings depending on your
application. Experiment with a few sheets to examine actual results before printing the entire
job.
13. Load paper into the rear sheet feeder, then send the print job from your application.
Instructions for generating the even-numbered pages will be displayed while the
odd-numbered pages are printed.
14. Follow the on-screen instructions to reload the paper.
Note:
❏ The paper may curl during printing due to the amount of ink used. Should this occur, slightly
curl the sheets in the opposite direction before reloading them.
❏ Align the sheet stack by tapping its edges against a hard, flat surface before reloading the
stack.
❏ Follow the on-screen instructions when reloading the printouts. Otherwise, paper may jam
or the binding margins may be incorrect.
❏ If a paper jam occurs, refer to the following.

& See “The Paper Jams” on page 148.
15. Once the paper is reloaded, click Resume to print the even-numbered pages.
Standard Double-sided Printing for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6
Note:
❏ Automatic double-sided printing supports plain paper only.
❏ Thick plain paper is not supported for automatic double-sided printing.

1. Access the EPSON Printer Utility3 dialog.
2. Click the Printer and Option Information button.

3. Make sure that Duplexer Installed is displayed in the Auto Duplex Printing Information
section, and then click OK.
4. Close the EPSON Printer Utility3 dialog.

Note:

9. Select Plain Paper/Bright White Paper as the Media Type setting.
Settings.

11. Select 2-sided Printing Settings from the pop-up menu.
12. Select the 2-sided Printing check box.
13. Select the Binding edge setting.
14. Select one of the Document Type settings. This automatically adjusts Print Density and
Ink Drying Time.
Note:
If you are printing high-density data, such as photos or graphs, we recommend adjusting the
Print Density.
15. Load paper into the printer, and click Print.

Standard Double-sided Printing for Mac OS X 10.4
Note:
❏ Automatic double-sided printing supports plain paper only.
❏ Thick plain paper is not supported for automatic double-sided printing.
2. Click the Printer and Option Information button.
3. Make sure that Duplexer Installed is displayed in the Auto Duplex Printing Information
section, and then click OK.
4. Close the EPSON Printer Utility3 dialog.
6. Select the printer you are using as the Format for setting.
7. Select A4, Letter, or B5 as the Paper Size setting.
8. Select the appropriate Orientation setting, and click OK to close the Page Setup dialog.

11. Select Plain Paper / Bright White Paper as the Media Type setting.
Settings.

13. Select 2-sided Printing Settings from the pop-up menu.
14. Select the 2-sided Printing check box.
15. Select the Binding edge setting.
16. Select one of the Document Type settings. This automatically adjusts Print Density and
Ink Drying Time.
Note:
If you are printing high-density data, such as photos or graphs, we recommend adjusting the
Print Density.
17. Load paper into the printer, and click Print.
Folded Booklet Double-sided Printing (for Windows only)
Manual double-sided printing
Use the following steps to create a folded booklet.
Note:
Folded booklet double-sided printing function is available only when manual double-sided printing
is set.


7. Click the Page Layout tab and select Manual under 2-sided Printing. Then select the
Folded Booklet check box.

Top, or Right.
Note:
When you select Portrait as the Orientation setting, the Left or Right binding positions are
available. The Top binding position is available when you select Landscape as the Orientation
setting.
10. Choose cm or inch as the Unit setting. Specify the width of the binding margin.
Portrait Landscape
* : Folding edge
** : Margin
You can enter any width from 0.12 to 1.18 inches, or from 0.3 to 3.0 cm. The specified
margin width will be used on both sides of the fold. For example, if you specify a 1 inch
margin, you will get a 2 inch margin (a margin of 1 inch will be placed on each side of
the fold).
12. Load paper into the rear sheet feeder, then send the print job from your application.
Instructions for printing the inside pages will be displayed while the outside pages are
printed.
13. Follow the on-screen instructions to reload the paper.
Note:
❏ The paper may curl during printing due to the amount of ink used. Should this occur, slightly
curl the sheets in the opposite direction before reloading them.
❏ Align the sheet stack by tapping its edges against a hard, flat surface before reloading it in
the printer.

❏ Follow the instructions provided when reloading the printouts. Otherwise, paper may jam or
the binding margins may be incorrect.
❏ If a paper jam occurs, refer to the following.

14. Once the paper is reloaded, click Resume to print the inside pages.
15. Once printing is complete, fold the sheets and bind them together using a stapler or
other binding method.
Fit to Page Printing
You can use the Fit to Page printing function when you want to print, for example, a letter
size document on another size paper.
Fit to Page printing automatically resizes your page to the paper size you select. You can
also resize your page manually.


7. Click the Page Layout tab, then select the Reduce/Enlarge Document check box.
8. Do one of the following:
❏ If you selected By Output Paper Size, select the size of the paper you are using
from the drop-down list.
❏ If you selected By Percentage, use the arrows to choose a percentage.

Note:

4. Select Paper Handling from the pop-up menu.
5. Select the Scale to fit paper size.
6. Make sure that the appropriate size is displayed in Destination Paper Size.

Settings.

2. Select the printer you are using as the Format for setting and then make suitable
settings.
settings.

6. Select Paper Handling from the pop-up menu.
7. Select Scale to fit paper size as the Destination Paper Size.
8. Select the appropriate paper size from the pop-up menu.
Settings.

Pages Per Sheet Printing
Pages Per Sheet printing allows you to print two or four pages on single sheets of paper.


7. Click the Page Layout tab, select Multi-Page, then select Pages Per Sheet.
8. Select from the following settings for Pages Per Sheet printing:
2, 4 Prints two or four pages of your document on a single piece of

paper.
Print Page Prints frames around the pages printed on each sheet.
Borders
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.

Note:

4. Select Layout from the pop-up menu.
5. Select from the following settings:
Pages per Prints multiple pages of your document on a single piece of paper.
Sheet You can choose from 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, or 16.
Layout Allows you to specify the order in which the pages will be printed on
Direction the sheet of paper.
Border Prints a border around the pages printed on each sheet. You can
choose from None, Single Hairline, Single Thin Line, Double Hairline,
or Double Thin Line.

Settings.

settings.
settings.

6. Select Layout from the pop-up menu.
7. Select from the following settings:
Pages per Prints multiple pages of your document on a single piece of paper.
Sheet You can choose from 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, or 16.
Layout Allows you to specify the order in which the pages will be printed on
Direction the sheet of paper.
Border Prints a border around the pages printed on each sheet. You can
choose from None, Single Hairline, Single Thin Line, Double Hairline,
or Double Thin Line.

Settings.
Poster Printing (for Windows only)
Poster printing allows you to print poster-size images by enlarging one page to cover
several sheets of paper.

Printer Settings
❏ Text for text-only documents

7. Click the Page Layout tab and select Multi-Page, then select Poster Printing. Click
the up or down arrow to select 2x1, 2x2, 3x3, or 4x4.

8. Click Settings to adjust the way your poster will be printed. The Poster Settings window
opens.
9. Make the following settings:
Print Cutting Prints guide lines for cutting.

Guides
Overlapping Slightly overlaps the panels and prints alignment markers so that the
Alignment panels can be aligned more precisely.
Marks
Trim Lines Prints border lines on the panels to guide you when trimming the
pages.
Note:
If you want to print only a few of the panels without printing the entire poster, click the panels
that you do not want to print.
10. Click OK to close the Poster Settings window.
printing an entire job. Then follow the instructions.
& See “How to Make a Poster from Your Printouts” on page 93.

How to Make a Poster from Your Printouts
Here is an example of how to make a poster with 2x2 selected under Poster Printing and
Overlapping Alignment Marks selected as the Print Cutting Guides.
1. Cut off the margin of Sheet 1 along a vertical line through the center of the top and
bottom cross marks:
2. 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:
3. Cut the taped sheets in two along a vertical line through the alignment markers (this
time, a line to the left of the cross marks):

4. Align the edges of the paper using the alignment markers and tape them together from
the back:
5. Repeat the instructions from step 1 to step 4 to tape Sheets 3 and 4 together.
6. Repeat the instructions from step 1 to step 4 to tape the top and bottom edges of the
paper:
7. Cut off the remaining margins.
Watermark Printing (for Windows only)
Watermark printing allows you to print a text-based or image-based watermark on your

document.

Printing the Watermark
❏ Text for text-only documents with higher text quality
❏ Text & Image for higher quality documents with text and images

7. Click the Page Layout tab, choose the desired watermark from the Watermark list, then
click Settings.
If you want to create your own watermark, see the following instructions.
& See “Creating Your Own Watermark” on page 97.

8. Specify the settings you want for the watermark. You can change the position and size
of the watermark by dragging the image within the preview window.
Creating Your Own Watermark
You can add your own text-based or image-based watermarks to the Watermark list.

1. Click Add/Del under Watermark on the Page Layout window. The following window
appears.
2. Do one of the following:
❏ To use an image file as a watermark, select BMP. Click Browse to locate the bitmap
file you want to use, then click Open. Type a name for your watermark in the Name
text box, then click Save.
❏ To create a text-based watermark, select Text. Type your text in the Text box. This
text will also be used as the watermark name. If you want to change the watermark
name, type a new name in the Name text box, then click Save.

4. Click Settings. The following window appears:
5. Make sure that the appropriate watermark is selected in the Watermark list, then select
Color, Position, Density, Size, Font, Style, and Angle settings. (For details, see the
online help.) Your settings are reflected in the preview window.
6. When you finish making settings, click OK.

Chapter 5
Using the Control Panel
Introduction
You can use the printer’s control panel to access a variety of menus that allow you to check
the status of consumable products, print status sheets, and make printer settings. This
section describes how to use the control panel.
The Control Panel
The control panel of the printer consists of 7 buttons, 3 lights, and a liquid crystal display
(LCD).
Buttons and Lights
The table below describes the functions of the buttons on the control panel.
Button Description
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Turns the printer on or off.
Power button
Cancels the print job if pressed during printing.

Returns to the Ready status when pressed in Menu mode.
Cancel button
Returns to the previous level when pressed in Menu mode.
Left button
Changes the parameter in the reverse order when selecting a desired

parameter in Menu mode.
Up button
Changes the parameters in forward order when selecting a desired

parameter in Menu mode.
Down button
Enters Menu mode when pressed in the Ready status.

Selects a desired menu when pressed in Menu mode.
Right button
Sets the selected parameter in the selected item in Menu mode.

Executes the item if the selected item is for execution only.
Feeds the paper when paper feed failed.
OK button
The table below describes the meanings of the lights on the control panel. The lights let you
know the status of the printer and the type of an error when it occurs.
Light Description

On:
The installed ink cartridge is expended.
The ink cartridge is not installed.
Ink status light The installed ink cartridges cannot be used with the printer.
(orange) The cartridge lock lever is in the unlocked position.
The installed maintenance box is at the end of its service life.
The maintenance box is not installed.
The installed maintenance box cannot be used with the printer.
The maintenance box cover is open.
Flashing:
The installed ink cartridge is nearly expended.
The maintenance box is nearing the end of its service life.
On:
No paper is loaded in the paper source.
The printer loads more than one sheet of paper at a time.
Paper status light
Flashing:
(orange)
Paper is jammed.
On:
Power light (green) The printer is in the Ready status.
Flashing:
The printer is starting.
The printer is printing.
The printer is cleaning the print head.
The printer is charging the ink.
The printer is canceling printing.
Off:
The printer is off.
Icons on the LCD
This section describes the meaning of icons displayed on the LCD screen.
The table below describes the meaning of ink cartridge status icon.
Icon Description
The icon gives a rough estimate of the useable ink remaining in

the ink cartridge.
The installed ink cartridge is nearly expended.
The installed ink cartridge is expended.

The ink cartridge is not installed.
The installed ink cartridges cannot be used with the printer.
The table below describes the meaning of maintenance box status icon.
Icon Description
The icon gives a rough estimate of the remaining capacity of

the maintenance box. The dark graphic reflects remaining
capacity.
The installed maintenance box is nearing the end of its service

life.
The installed maintenance box is at the end of its service life.
The maintenance box is not installed.

The installed maintenance box cannot be used with the printer.
How to Access the Control Panel Menus
This section describes how to enter Menu mode and make settings with the buttons on the
control panel.
Note:
❏ Press the + Cancel button whenever you want to exit Menu mode and return to the Ready
status.
❏ Press the l Left button to return to the previous step.
1. Make sure that READY appears on the LCD screen, and then press the r Right button.
The first menu appears on the LCD screen.
2. Press the d Down or u Up button to scroll through the menus.
3. Press the OK or r Right button to select the desired menu. The first item appears on
the LCD screen.
4. Press the d Down or u Up button to scroll through the items.
5. Press the OK or r Right button to select the desired item. The first parameter appears
on the LCD screen.
6. Press the d Down or u Up button to scroll through the parameters.

7. Press the OK button to store the selected parameter. If the parameter is for execution
only, press the OK button to execute the function for the item.
After execution, the printer returns to the previous menu.
8. Press the + Cancel button. The printer returns to the Ready status.
Control Panel Menu List
This section describes the parameter for each item in the menu.
Printer Setting Menu
This menu allows you to configure the basic printer setting.
Language
You can select the language displayed on the LCD screen from the following list: English,
French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Japanese.
USB, Network
You can select the printer control language for the port.
Test Print Menu
This menu allows you to make settings related to test print.
Nozzle check
You can print a print head nozzle check pattern for each ink cartridge. From the printing
results, you can check whether the nozzles are delivering ink properly.
& See “Checking the Print Head Nozzles” on page 129.
Status sheet
You can print the current printer status.
& See “Printing the Status Sheet” on page 109.
Network sheet
You can print the current settings of the network interface.

Printer Status Menu
This menu allows you to check the current printer status.
Version
You can check the firmware version.
Maintenance box
You can get a rough estimate of the remaining capacity of the maintenance box.
Maintenance Menu
This menu allows you to make settings related to maintenance.
Head alignment
You can print a head alignment test pattern. From the printing results, you can adjust the
head alignment.
Cleaning
You can clean the print head. You can also print a nozzle check pattern before cleaning.
Auto Cleaning
This printer automatically checks the print head nozzles without printing a pattern and
cleans the nozzles if they are clogged. Some ink is consumed from all cartridges while
checking the print head nozzles.
You can turn this function Off or On.
Cleaning sheet
You can clean up the rollers inside the printer.
Contrast adj.
You can adjust the contrast of the LCD screen. Press the u Up or d Down button to adjust
contrast.
Low Speed Mode
This function may prevent the print head nozzles from becoming clogged, and will print out
more quietly.

You can turn this function Off or On.
Network Setting Menu
This menu allows you to make network settings.
Item Parameter
Network setup Auto -
Panel IP address 000.000.000.000–255.255.255.255
Subnet mask 000.000.000.000–255.255.255.255
Default gateway 000.000.000.000–255.255.255.255
Init N/W set -
Network setup
You can select the method to configure the network settings.
When Auto is selected, the printer obtains the IP address, Subnet mask and Default
gateway automatically. When Panel is selected, you can specify the IP address, Subnet
mask, and Default gateway settings using the control panel. When Init N/W set is selected,
you can revert the network settings of the printer to the factory default value.
IP address, Subnet mask, Default gateway
You can set the IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway to the printer. To change
the parameter, press the l Left or r Right button to move cursor and the u Up or d Down
button to change number.
Bonjour
You can set the Bonjour settings of the printer.
Password Menu
This menu allows you to make settings related to the LCD panel lock.
Password Setting
You can set the password for the LCD panel lock by entering the current password once
and the new password twice. To enter the password, see “Entering the Password” on page
109
Note:
❏ The password is set to "" (none) as the factory default.

❏ The password is limited to 8 characters.
❏ Alphanumeric characters are available for the password.
❏ If you forget the password, contact Epson support.
& See “Epson Technical Support” on page 164.
Lock Setting
You can lock the LCD panel to make it childproof, or to prevent unexpected changes made
by using the LCD panel.
When Ready apears after you set this function On, you need to enter the password when
you press the r Right button to enter the Menu mode .
Status and Error Messages
This section describes the meaning of messages displayed on the LCD screen.
The table below describes the status messages.
Message Description
Cancel The print job is canceled.
Charging ink The printer is charging the ink.
Cleaning The printer is cleaning the print head.
Please wait The printer is starting.
The printer is initializing the settings.
Printing The printer is processing data.
Ready The printer is ready to print.
Power save The printer is in the power save mode.
Power off The printer is shutting down.
The table below contains error messages, a brief description of each message and
suggestions for correcting the problem.
Message Problem Solutions
Service call see guide Service call error occurs. Turn off the printer and then back
on. If the error does not clear,
contact Epson.
& See “Where To Get Help” on
page 164.

Printer near end of Parts inside the printer are at the Contact Epson to replace the
service life end of their service life. parts.
page 164.
Nozzle maint error see Print head nozzles are clogged or Perform a nozzle check and print
guide misaligned. head cleaning.
& See “Checking the Print Head
Nozzles” on page 129.
& See “Cleaning the Print Head”
on page 131.
Press the OK button to recover
from error status.
Printer error restart Printer error occurs. Turn off the printer and make sure
printer paper is not jammed.
& See “The Paper Jams” on page
148.
If the error still does not clear,
contact Epson.
page 164.
Close maint box The maintenance box cover is Close the maintenance box
cover open. cover.
Set maint box The maintenance box is not Install the maintenance box.
installed.
The maintenance box cannot be Install a genuine maintenance

used with the printer. box.
Replace maint box The maintenance box is full. Replace the maintenance box.
& See “Replacing the
Maintenance Box” on page 127.
Move ink lever down The cartridge lever is in the Move the cartridge lever to the
unlocked position. locked position.
Set ink cartridge The ink cartridge is not installed. Install the ink cartridge.
Replace ink cartridge The ink cartridge cannot be used Install a genuine ink cartridge.
with the printer.
The ink cartridge is expended. Replace the ink cartridge.

& See “Replacing an Ink
Cartridge” on page 120.
Set paper in cassette Paper is not loaded in the front Load the paper in the front paper
paper cassette. cassette.
Set paper in auto Paper is not loaded in the rear Load the paper in the rear sheet
feeder sheet feeder. feeder.

Remove jammed Paper is jammed in front paper Remove the jammed paper.
paper cassette or rear sheet feeder. & See “The Paper Jams” on page
148.
Double feed jam The printer feeds more than one Remove the jammed paper, and
remove paper sheet of paper at a time. then press the OK button.
Close printer cover The printer cover is open during Close the printer cover.
printing.
Set duplex unit The duplex unit is removed. Attach the duplex unit.
Duplex unit jam Paper is jammed in duplex unit. Remove the jammed paper.
remove paper & See “The Paper Jams” on page
148.
Printing the Status Sheet
While in Menu mode, you can print a status sheet to see the current default values. To print
a status sheet, follow the steps below.
1. Make sure that letter/A4 size paper is loaded in the front paper cassette.
2. Press the r Right button to enter Menu mode.
3. Press the d Down or u Up button to display TEST PRINT, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
4. Press the d Down or u Up button to display STATUS SHEET, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
5. Press the OK button to start printing a status sheet.
After printing is finished, the printer returns to the Test print menu.
Entering the Password
When you want to set or change the password from the Password menu, or press the
r Right button to enter the Menus after the LCD panel is locked, you need to enter the
password.
Follow the instuctions below to enter the password.
Note:
If the current password is the factory default, just press the OK button to proceed.
1. Press the d Down or u Up button to display the character you want to select.

2. Press the r Right button to determine the character.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until you have entered the password.
4. Once all the characters are set, press the OK button.

Chapter 6
Installing Options
Optional Legal-size Paper Support
Installing the Optional Legal-size Paper Support
Align the legal-size paper support with the right side of the paper support and attach it as
shown. You can load up to 60 sheets of plain legal-size paper (up to 20 lb or 75 g/m²).
Do not leave legal-size paper in the rear sheet feeder when you are not printing, or the
sheets may curl.
Optional Duplex Unit (B-310N only)
Installing the Optional Duplex Unit
Follow the steps below to install the duplex unit.
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Press the hooks on both sides of the upper rear printer cover, and then remove the
upper rear printer cover.
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Note:
Keep the upper rear printer cover, since it must be in place should you remove the duplexing
unit later.
3. Insert the bottom side of the duplex unit first, and then attach the duplex unit.
Uninstalling the Optional Duplex Unit
Follow the steps below to uninstall the duplex unit.
1. Turn off the printer.

2. Remove the duplex unit by pulling it while holding down the buttons on both sides of the
duplex unit.
3. Attach the upper rear printer cover.
Optional Legal-size Paper Cassette
Installing the Optional Legal-size Paper Cassette
Gently insert the legal-size paper cassette into the front of the printer, underneath the
paper output tray. The legal-size paper cassette extends past the edge of the paper output
tray when installed correctly.

Chapter 7
Replacing Consumables
Ink Cartridges
Checking the Ink Cartridge Status
To check the ink cartridge status, see “Icons on the LCD” on page 102.
Using the Printer Utility 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 will not be displayed.
To check the ink cartridge status, do one of the following:
❏ Double-click the printer shortcut icon on your Windows taskbar. To add a shortcut icon
to the taskbar, refer to the following section.
& See “From the Shortcut Icon on the Taskbar” on page 15.
❏ Open the printer driver, click the Maintenance tab, then click the EPSON Status
Monitor 3 button.
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A graphic displays the ink cartridge status.
Note:
If any of the ink cartridges installed in the printer is broken, incompatible with the printer model,
or improperly installed, EPSON Status Monitor 3 will not display an accurate calculation of the
ink cartridge status. Be sure to replace or reinstall any ink cartridges indicated by EPSON
Status Monitor 3.
❏ The progress meter appears automatically when you start a print job. Click the Check
Ink Levels button, and then you can check the ink cartridge status from this window.

Note:
To display the progress meter automatically, click the Maintenance tab in the printer driver
window, click Speed & Progress, and then select the Show Progress Meter check box.

Using the Printer Utility for Mac OS X
Note for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6:

When an ink cartridge is running low, the Low Ink Reminder window automatically appears. You
can also check the ink cartridge status from this window. If you do not want to display this window,
select the Preferences menu from the Application menu when the Low Ink Reminder window is
displayed, and then clear the Enable Low Ink Reminder check box.
You can check the ink cartridge status using EPSON StatusMonitor. Follow the steps
below.
2. Click the EPSON StatusMonitor button. The EPSON StatusMonitor appears.
Note:
❏ The graphic displays the ink cartridge status when EPSON StatusMonitor 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.

❏ If any of the ink cartridges installed in the printer is broken, incompatible with the printer model,
or improperly installed, EPSON StatusMonitor will not display an accurate status of the ink
cartridge. Be sure to replace or reinstall any ink cartridge indicated by the EPSON
StatusMonitor.
Note for Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6:

The printer monitor window appears automatically when you start a print job. You can check the ink
cartridge status from this window.
Purchasing Epson Cartridges
You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at
www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also
purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
Purchase genuine Epson cartridges and use them within six months of installing them and
before the expiration date on the cartridge box. When you purchase new ink, use the
following Epson ink cartridge numbers:
Ink color Standard High Capacity (B-510DN Extra High Capacity (B-510DN
Capacity only) only)
Black T6161 T6171 T6181
Cyan T6162 T6172 —
Magenta T6163 T6173 —
Yellow T6164 T6174 —
Note:
❏ We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other
products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage.
❏ The printer ships with full cartridges and part of the ink from this first set of cartridges is used for
charging the printer.
❏ Yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of use
and temperature. For print quality, a small amount of ink remains in the cartridge after the
"replace cartridge" indicator comes on.
❏ Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place. If cartridges have been exposed to cold temperatures,
allow them to warm up to room temperature for at least 3 hours before using them.
Handling Precautions
Read all of the instructions in this section before replacing the ink cartridges.

❏ This printer uses ink cartridges equipped with an IC chip that monitors the amount of ink
used by each cartridge. Cartridges are usable even if they are removed and reinserted.
❏ If you need to remove an ink cartridge temporarily, be sure to protect the ink supply
area from dirt and dust. Store the ink cartridge in the same environment as the printer.
When storing the cartridge, be sure that its label identifying the color of the ink cartridge
is facing upward. Do not store ink cartridges upside down.
❏ The valve in the ink supply port is designed to contain any excess ink that may be
released. However, careful handling is recommended. Do not touch the supply port of
the ink cartridge or its surrounding area.
❏ Ink is consumed during the following operations: print head cleaning, initial ink
charging, and nozzle maintaining.
❏ Never turn off the printer during initial ink charging. The ink may fail to be filled up and
the printer may become unavailable to print.
❏ If you change the ink cartridge to Extra High Capacity Ink Cartridge, retain the default
ink cartridge or Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge, or High Capacity Ink Cartridge. One of
these cartridges is needed when you transport the printer.
❏ The use of other products not manufactured by Epson may affect your print quality and
could result in printer damage that is not covered by Epson’s warranties.
❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to drink the ink or
handle the cartridges.
❏ Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges, as there may be some ink around the
ink supply port or surrounding area. If ink gets on your skin, wash the area thoroughly
with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If
discomfort or vision problems continue after a thorough flushing, see a doctor
immediately.
❏ We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use
of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage. Epson
cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine ink. The ink cartridge status is
not displayed when non-genuine ink is used.
❏ Leave the old cartridge installed in the printer until you have obtained a replacement;
otherwise, ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out.
❏ You cannot continue printing with one ink cartridge expended, even if the other
cartridges still contain ink. Before printing, replace the expended cartridge.
❏ Never turn off the printer while replacing the ink cartridge. Doing so may damage the IC
chip on the ink cartridge and the printer may not print properly.

Replacing an Ink Cartridge
To replace the ink cartridge, follow the steps below.
1. Open the cartridge cover.
2. Move the cartridge lever to the unlocked position.
3. Remove the expended ink cartridge.
Note:
Hold the printer with your hand when you remove the ink cartridge.

4. Remove the new ink cartridge from the package.
Caution:
c ❏ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge. This can damage the ink
cartridge.
❏ Always install an ink cartridge immediately after removing the old cartridge. If the
cartridge is not installed promptly, the print head may dry out and be unable to print.
5. For best results, shake the ink cartridge for about five seconds.

6. Hold the ink cartridge with the arrow mark facing up and pointing to the rear of the
printer, and then insert it into the slot.
Note:
Hold the printer with your hand when you install the ink cartridge.
Caution:
c Do not remove and reinsert cartridges more often than necessary. Doing so can
compromise the needle valve seal and allow air to enter the ink tubes, causing nozzle
loss.
7. Move the cartridge lever to the locked position.

8. Close the cartridge cover.
Note:
When you install the Extra High Capacity Ink Cartridge, use the printer with the cartridge cover
opened.
Maintenance Box
Checking the Maintenance Box Status
To check the maintenance box status using the control panel, follow the steps below.
MENU appears on the LCD screen.
2. Press the d Down or u Up button to select PRINTER STATUS, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
3. Press the d Down or u Up button to select MAINTENANCE BOX, and then press the OK
or r Right button.
4. A rough estimate of the maintenance box capacity appears on the LCD screen.
Note:
You can check the maintenance box status by the icon displayed on the lower right of the LCD
screen as well.
& See “Icons on the LCD” on page 102.

For Windows
Note:
Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine maintenance boxes. If a
non-genuine maintenance box is installed, the maintenance box status will not be displayed.
To check the maintenance box status, do one of the following:
❏ Double-click the printer shortcut icon on your Windows taskbar. To add a shortcut icon
to the taskbar, refer to the following section.
❏ Open the printer driver, click the Maintenance tab, then click the Status Monitor 3
button.

A graphic displays the maintenance box status.
Note:
❏ The printer ships with a new maintenance box, even though the service life indicator does
not show 100% when the printer is new. EPSON Status Monitor 3 and the printer’s control
panel will indicate when the maintenance box needs to be replaced.
❏ If the maintenance box installed in the printer is broken, incompatible with the printer model,
or improperly installed, EPSON Status Monitor 3 will not display an accurate calculation of
the maintenance box status. Be sure to replace or reinstall any ink cartridge indicated by
EPSON Status Monitor 3.
For Mac OS X
You can check the maintenance box status using EPSON StatusMonitor. Follow the steps
below.

Note:
❏ The graphic displays the maintenance box status when EPSON StatusMonitor was first
opened. To update the maintenance box status, click Update.
❏ Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine maintenance boxes. If

non-genuine maintenance boxes are installed, the maintenance box status may not be
displayed.
❏ If the maintenance box installed in the printer is broken, incompatible with the printer model, or
improperly installed, EPSON StatusMonitor will not display an accurate status of the
maintenance box. Be sure to replace or reinstall the maintenance box.
Purchasing a Replacement Maintenance Box
You can purchase a genuine Epson maintenance box at Epson Supplies Central at
www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also
purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).

Handling Precautions
Read all of the instructions in this section before replacing the maintenance box.
❏ Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson maintenance boxes. 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.
Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-genuine maintenance boxes.
The maintenance box status is not displayed when a non-genuine maintenance box is
used.
❏ Do not dismantle the 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 peel off the film covering the maintenance box.
❏ Do not tilt the used maintenance box until it is placed in the plastic bag provided.
❏ Do not reuse a maintenance box which has been removed and left detached for a long
period.
Replacing the Maintenance Box
To replace the maintenance box, follow the steps below.
1. Confirm that the printer is ready and not printing.
2. Open the maintenance box cover.
3. Remove the new maintenance box from the package.
4. Lift up and pull the installed maintenance box outward.

Note:
❏ Do not tilt the maintenance box when you remove it.
❏ Hold the maintenance box with both hands when you handle it.
5. Put the used maintenance box into the plastic bag, and then seal the bag.
Note:
The plastic bag is provided with the new maintenance box.
6. Insert the new maintenance box into place as far as it will go.
7. Close the maintenance box cover.

Chapter 8
Maintaining Your Printer
Auto Head Maintenance
This printer automatically checks the print head nozzles without printing a pattern and
cleans the nozzles if they are clogged (Auto Head Maintenance). You can choose to turn
this function on or off from the printer’s control panel.
Automatic nozzle checking is performed at predefined times.
Note:
❏ Depending on the circumstances, Auto Head Maintenance may not completely clean the print
head nozzles.
❏ Some ink is consumed from all cartridges while checking the print head nozzles and cleaning
the print head.
Checking the Print Head Nozzles
If you find that your printouts are unexpectedly faint or have gaps in them, you may be able
to identify the problem by checking the print head nozzles.
You can check the print head nozzles from your computer by using the Nozzle Check utility
or from the printer by using the control panel or buttons.
Note:
The printer checks the print head on a regular basis to keep it clean and make sure you receive
premium print quality. If print head nozzles are clogged, the printer automatically cleans the print
head. Normally, you do not need to perform nozzle checks and print head cleaning; however, the
self-cleaning function cannot completely prevent nozzle clogs.
Using the Nozzle Check Utility for Windows
Follow the steps below to use the Nozzle Check utility.
1. Make sure that no lights are indicating errors.
3. Right-click the printer icon on the taskbar, then select Nozzle Check.
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If the printer icon does not appear, refer to the following section to add the icon.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Using the Nozzle Check Utility for Mac OS X
Follow the steps below to use the Nozzle Check utility.
2. Make sure that letter/A4 size paper is loaded in the sheet feeder.
4. Click the Nozzle Check button in the Utility dialog.
Follow the steps below to check the print head nozzles using the control panel.
Menu appears on the LCD screen.
3. Press the d Down or u Up button to select TEST PRINT, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
4. Press the d Down or u Up button to select NOZZLE CHECK, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
5. Press the OK button to print the nozzle check pattern.
After printing, the cleaning menu appears. If you find a print quality problem, press the
OK button to clean the print head.

Cleaning the Print Head
If you find that your printouts are unexpectedly faint or have gaps in them, you may be able
to solve these problems by cleaning the print head, which ensures that the nozzles are
delivering ink properly.
You can clean the print head from your computer using the Head Cleaning utility in the
printer driver or from the printer by using the control panel or buttons.
Note:
❏ Clean the print head only if print quality declines; for example, if the printout is blurry or the color
is incorrect or missing.
❏ Use the Nozzle Check utility first to confirm that the print head needs to be cleaned. This saves
ink.
❏ When ink is low you may not be able to clean the print head. When ink is expended you cannot
clean the print head. Replace the appropriate ink cartridge first.
& See “Replacing an Ink Cartridge” on page 120.
Using the Head Cleaning Utility for Windows
Follow the steps below to clean the print head using the Head Cleaning utility.
1. Make sure the printer is turned on.
4. Right-click the printer icon on the taskbar, then select Head Cleaning.
The P Power light flashes while the printer performs the cleaning cycle.
Caution:
c Never turn off the printer while the P Power light is flashing. Doing so may damage the
printer.
Note:
❏ If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure, turn off the printer and wait for
at least six hours. Then run the nozzle check again and repeat the head cleaning if necessary.

❏ If print quality remains a problem, contact Epson.
& See “Where To Get Help” on page 164.
❏ To maintain print quality, we recommend printing a few pages on a regular basis.
Using the Head Cleaning Utility for Mac OS X
Follow the steps below to clean the print head using the Head Cleaning utility.
1. Make sure the printer is turned on.
3. Make sure that letter/A4 size paper is loaded in the sheet feeder.
4. Access the EPSON Printer Utility3.
5. Click the Head Cleaning button in the Utility dialog.
The P Power light flashes while the printer performs the cleaning cycle.
Caution:
printer.
Note:
❏ If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure about four times, turn the printer
off 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 your dealer.
Follow the steps below to clean the print head using the control panel.

3. Press the d Down or u Up button to select MAINTENANCE, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
4. Press the d Down or u Up button to select CLEANING, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
5. Press the OK button to start cleaning. The P Power light begins flashing.
Caution:
printer.
6. When the P Power light stops flashing, the printer returns to the nozzle check menu.
Press the OK button to print a nozzle check pattern to confirm that the head is clean.
& See “Checking the Print Head Nozzles” on page 129.
Note:
❏ If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure, turn off the printer and wait for
at least six hours. Then run the nozzle check again and repeat the head cleaning if necessary.
❏ If print quality remains a problem, contact Epson.

Aligning the Print Head
If you notice a misalignment of vertical lines or horizontal banding, you may be able to
solve this problem by using the Print Head Alignment utility in your printer driver or from the
printer by using the buttons.
Refer to the appropriate section below.
Note:
Do not press the + Cancel button to cancel printing while printing a test pattern with the Print Head
Alignment utility.
Using the Print Head Alignment Utility for Windows
Follow the steps below to align the print head using the Print Head Alignment utility.
2. Make sure letter/A4 size plain paper is loaded in the front paper cassette.

3. Right-click the printer icon on the taskbar, then select Print Head Alignment.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to align the print head.
Using the Print Head Alignment Utility for Mac OS X
Follow the steps below to align the print head using the Print Head Alignment utility.
2. Make sure letter/A4 size paper is loaded in the sheet feeder.
4. Click the Print Head Alignment button in the Utility dialog.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to align the print head.
Follow the steps below to align the print head using the control panel.
1. Make sure that letter/A4 size plain paper is loaded in the front paper cassette.
r Right button.
4. Press the d Down or u Up button to select HEAD ALIGNMENT, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
5. Press the OK button to print the alignment pattern.
6. Look at the alignment patterns and find the square without any visible bands in sets #1
through #4.

7. Press the d Down or u Up button to select the number that corresponds to the square
for sets #1 through #4.
8. Press the OK button to register your selection.
Cleaning Your Printer
To keep your printer operating at its best, clean it thoroughly several times a year.
Warning:
w Be careful not to touch the parts inside the printer.
Caution:
c ❏ Never use alcohol or thinner to clean the printer. These chemicals can damage the
printer.
❏ Do not apply grease to the metal parts under the print head.
❏ Be careful to keep water away from the electronic components.
❏ Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants.
❏ Unsuitable oils can damage the mechanism. Contact Epson or a qualified service person
if lubrication is needed.
Note:
After using the printer, close the paper support and the output tray to protect the printer from dust.
Cleaning the Inside of Your Printer
Ink and paper build-up from the rollers may affect the print quality or may prevent the paper
from feeding smoothly. You can clean the inside of your printer using the control panel.
Caution:
c Do not wipe the inside of the printer, or small pieces of lint may build up inside the printer.
Follow the steps below to clean the inside of the printer using the control panel.

MENU appears on the LCD screen.
r Right button.
4. Press the d Down or u Up button to select CLEANING SHEET, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
5. Press the OK button. The printer feeds and ejects paper.
Repeat these steps until no ink gets on the paper.
Transporting Your Printer
If you need to transport your printer some distance, carefully prepare and repack it as
described below. Use the original box and packing materials, or a similar box that holds the
printer snugly.
Caution:
c When transporting the printer, do not tilt it, stand it up vertically, or turn it upside down.
Otherwise, ink may leak inside the printer.
1. Plug in the printer and turn it on. Wait until the print head returns to the home position.
2. Press the P Power button to turn off the printer, then unplug its power cord.
Caution:
c Do not unplug the power cord while the print head is moving or the print head will not
return to the home position.
3. Disconnect the interface cable.
4. Remove all paper from the printer.
5. Confirm that the cartridge lever is in the locked position and the cartridge cover is
closed.
Caution:
c Leave the ink cartridges and maintenance box installed to prevent the ink from leaking.
Note:
If you’re using the Extra High Capacity Ink Cartridge, install a standard- or high-capacity
cartridge instead when you transport the printer.
6. Close the output tray and paper support.

7. Attach the protective materials to both sides of the printer.
8. Repack the printer and power cord in the original box.
Note:
❏ Keep the printer level during transport.
❏ Be sure to remove the protective materials from the printer before using it again.
❏ Do not hold the duplex unit when you lift the printer, to prevent the duplex unit from becoming
detached. Also, make sure that the duplex unit is attached correctly after setting up the printer.
Storing Your Printer
If you need to store your printer, follow the instructions below.
Caution:
c When storing the printer, do not tilt it, stand it up vertically, or turn it upside down. Otherwise,
ink may leak inside the printer.
1. Plug in the printer and turn it on. Wait until the print head returns to the home position.
2. Press the P Power button to turn off the printer, then unplug its power cord.
Caution:
c Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the outlet until all the lights are off.
Otherwise, the print head will not be capped and will dry out during long-term storage.
3. Disconnect the interface cable.
4. Remove all paper from the printer.
5. Confirm that the cartridge lever is in the locked position and the cartridge cover is
closed.
Caution:
c Leave the ink cartridges and maintenance box installed to prevent the ink from leaking.
6. Close the output tray and paper support.
Note:
You may need to clean the print head the first time you use the printer after storing it for a long
period of time.

Chapter 9
Using the Printer on a Network
Setting Up the Printer on a Network
This printer can connect anywhere on your network using 10Base-T or 100Base-TX
because it has a built-in Ethernet interface that supports the TCP/IP protocol.
You can make network interface settings such as IP address by using the printer’s control
panel, or the applications for your computer.
Using the printer’s control panel
& See “Network Setting Menu” on page 106.

& See also “How to Access the Control Panel Menus” on page 103.
Setting Up Your Computers to Use the Printer
Make sure you have connected the printer to your network as described on the Start Here
sheet. Then follow the steps below for every computer on the network that will print with the
B-310N or B510DN.
1. Insert the Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
With Windows 7 and Windows Vista, if you see the AutoPlay window, click Run
Setup.exe. When you see the User Account Control screen, click Continue or Yes.
2. Click Install.
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3. Click Install driver for network connection.
Note:
If the Windows Security Alert window appears, click the Unblock button; otherwise the printer
will not be listed on the screen of EpsonNet EasyInstall.
5. When you see the following screen, select the printer and click Next.

6. If you see the following screen, select Automatic. If you need to set the IP address
manually, select Manual and enter the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.
Then click Next. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the printer driver.
7. When you see the following screen, enter a different name for the printer if you want. If
you want to print a test page, select the Print test page check box. Click Next.
Note:
If the Windows Security Alert window appears, click the Unblock button.
8. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

9. When you see this screen, click Finish. Then follow the instructions to register your
printer.
Repeat these steps for every computer on the network that will print with the B-310N or
B510DN.
Note:
❏ To find the supported OS versions for the printer, see the following section.
& See “Operating System Versions” on page 186.

Chapter 10
Troubleshooting
Diagnosing the Problem
Troubleshooting printer problems is best handled in two steps: first diagnose the problem,
then apply likely solutions until the problem is fixed.
The information that you need to diagnose and solve most common problems is provided
by online problem solving, the control panel, the EPSON Status Monitor utility, or by
running a printer operation check. Refer to the appropriate section below.
If you have a specific problem relating to print quality, a printout problem not related to print
quality, or a paper feeding problem, or if the printer does not print at all, refer to the
appropriate section.
To solve a problem, you may need to cancel printing.

& See “Canceling Printing” on page 48.
Error Indicators
You can diagnose and solve most problems by checking the error messages on the LCD
screen. If the printer stops working and displays a message on the LCD screen, refer to the
section below to diagnose the problem, and then follow the recommended corrective
measures.
& See “Status and Error Messages” on page 107.
Running a Printer Operation Check
If you are unable to determine the source of the problem, run a printer operation check to
help you determine whether the problem comes from the printer or your computer.
To run a printer operation check, follow these steps.
1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off.
2. Disconnect the cable from the interface connector of the printer.
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4. Turn on the printer and make sure that READY appears on the LCD screen.
5. Press the r Right button to enter Menu mode.
6. Press the d Down or u Up button to display TEST PRINT, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
7. Press the d Down or u Up button to display NOZZLE CHECK, and then press the OK or
r Right button.
8. Press the OK button to start printing a nozzle check pattern.
A test page prints showing a nozzle check pattern. If the pattern has gaps, you need to
clean the print head.
& See “Cleaning the Print Head” on page 131.
❏ If the test page prints, the problem probably lies in your software settings, the cable, or
your computer. It is also possible that your software may not be installed correctly. Try
uninstalling your software and reinstalling it.
& See “Uninstalling the Printer Software” on page 16.
❏ If the test page does not print, you may have a problem with your printer. Try the
suggestions in the following section.
& See “The Printer Does Not Print” on page 160.
Checking Printer Status
For Windows
Note:
When you use your printer as a shared printer on a network with the following combinations of
computers, the client operating systems are not able to communicate with the printer, so that some
functions are not available for that particular client.
Server Client
Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows Windows 2000

XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Server
2008
Windows 2000 Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows

XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Server
2008
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Using the Progress Meter
When you send a print job to the printer, the progress meter appears, as shown in the
illustration below.
The progress meter indicates the progress of the current print job and provides printer
status information. This window also displays error messages as well as helpful tips for
better printing. Refer to the appropriate section below.
Tips
Tips for getting the most out of your Epson printer driver appear in the text box of the
progress meter window. A new tip appears every 15 seconds. For more details on the tip
displayed in the window, click the Details button.
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Error Messages
If a problem occurs during printing, an error message appears in the text box of the
progress meter window. For more detailed information, click Online Support to access
Epson’s support website.
Using EPSON Status Monitor 3
EPSON Status Monitor 3 displays detailed information on the printer status.
There are two ways to access EPSON Status Monitor 3:
❏ Double-click the printer shortcut icon on the Windows taskbar. If the printer icon does
not appear, refer to the following section to add the icon.
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❏ Open the printer driver, click the Maintenance tab, then click the Epson Status
Monitor 3 button.
When you access EPSON Status Monitor 3, the following window appears:
EPSON Status Monitor 3 provides the following information:
❏ Ink Status:
EPSON Status Monitor 3 provides a graphic display of the ink status. To see detailed
information about the ink cartridges, click the Information button.
❏ Maintenance box Status:

EPSON Status Monitor 3 provides a graphic display of the maintenance box status.
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❏ Online Support:
You can access Epson’s support website from EPSON Status Monitor 3. If you
encounter a problem, click Online Support in the EPSON Status Monitor 3 window.
For Mac OS X
Using EPSON StatusMonitor
If EPSON StatusMonitor detects a printer problem, it will inform you with an error message.
Follow these steps to access EPSON StatusMonitor.
1. Access the EPSON Printer Utility3.
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The Paper Jams
Caution:
c Pull out the jammed paper gently. If you remove the jammed paper with force, torn pieces
may stay inside the printer or the printer may be damaged.
1. Press the OK button to eject the jammed paper.
2. If the error does not clear, turn off the printer and remove all of the paper inside,
including any torn pieces. Refer to the appropriate section below.
In the output tray:

Gently pull out the jammed paper forward.
Inside the printer:

Open the front printer cover, and then gently pull out the jammed paper forward.
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In the rear sheet feeder:
Gently pull out the jammed paper upward.
In the front paper cassette:

Close the output tray and pull out the front paper cassette. Then gently pull out the
jammed paper forward.
Note:
❏ If you cannot pull out the front paper cassette, pull out the output tray first and remove all
paper that is loaded in the front paper cassette.
Then pull out the front paper cassette and gently pull out the jammed paper forward.
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❏ After you remove the jammed paper and insert the front paper cassette, reinsert the output
tray into the printer.
In the back of the printer:

Remove the duplex unit (B-510DN) or the upper rear printer cover (B-310N) and open
the lower rear printer cover. Then gently pull out the jammed paper.
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In the duplex unit:
Remove the duplex unit and open the cover of the duplex unit. Then, gently remove the
jammed paper.
3. Close the printer cover and turn on the printer.
4. Reload the paper and press the OK button to resume printing.
Note:
If you cannot easily remove a foreign object, do not use force and do not disassemble the printer.
Contact Epson for assistance.
If your paper jams frequently, make sure of the following:
❏ The paper is smooth, not curled or wrinkled.
❏ You are using high quality paper.
❏ The printable side of the paper is face-up in the rear sheet feeder and face-down in the
front paper cassette.
❏ You fan the paper stack before loading.
❏ The paper is not loaded above the c arrow mark inside the edge guide.
❏ The number of sheets in the paper stack does not exceed the limit specified for that
paper.
& See “Paper Loading Capacities” on page 20.
❏ The left edge guide is snug against the left edge of the paper.
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❏ The printer is on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base in all directions.
The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted.
Print Quality Problems
If you are having print quality problems, then compare it with the illustrations below. Click
the caption under the illustration that best resembles your printout.
Good sample Good sample
“Horizontal Banding” on page 153 “Vertical Misalignment or Banding”

on page 153
“Horizontal Banding” on page 153 “Vertical Misalignment or Banding”

on page 153
“Incorrect or Missing Colors” on “Blurry or Smeared Printout” on

page 153 page 154
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Horizontal Banding
❏ Make sure the printable side of the paper is face-up in the rear sheet feeder and
face-down in the front paper cassette.
❏ Run the Head Cleaning utility to clear any clogged ink nozzles.
❏ Use up ink cartridges within six months of opening vacuum package.
❏ For best print quality, use genuine Epson ink cartridges.
❏ Check the ink cartridge status.

& See “Checking the Ink Cartridge Status” on page 114.
If the graphic displays the ink is low or expended, replace the appropriate ink cartridge.
❏ Make sure the paper type selected in the printer driver is appropriate for the type of
paper loaded in the printer.
Vertical Misalignment or Banding
❏ Make sure the printable side of the paper is face-up in the rear sheet feeder and
face-down in the front paper cassette.
❏ Run the Head Cleaning utility to clear any clogged ink nozzles.
❏ Run the Print Head Alignment utility.

& See “Aligning the Print Head” on page 133.
❏ Clear the High Speed check box from the Advanced window in your printer driver
(Windows). See the printer driver online help for details.
Incorrect or Missing Colors
❏ For Windows, clear the Grayscale setting in the Advanced window in your printer
driver.
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For Mac OS X, change the Color setting to Color in Print Settings dialog in the Print
dialog of your printer driver.
See the printer driver online help for details.
❏ Adjust the color settings in your application or in your printer driver settings.
For Windows, confirm the settings in the Advanced window.
For Mac OS X, confirm the settings in the Print Settings dialog from the Print dialog.
❏ Run the Head Cleaning utility.

❏ Check the ink cartridge status.

& See “Checking the Ink Cartridge Status” on page 114.
If the graphic displays the ink is low or expended, replace the appropriate ink cartridge.
❏ If your paper runs out, replace it as soon as possible. If the printer is left without paper
for a long period of time, the colors of your next print job may be incorrect.
Blurry or Smeared Printout
❏ Use only paper recommended by Epson.

& See “Paper, Consumables, and Options” on page 167.
❏ Make sure the printer is on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base in all
directions. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted.
❏ Make sure your paper is not damaged, dirty, or too old.
❏ Make sure your paper is dry and the printable side is facing up in the rear sheet feeder
and facing down in the front paper cassette.
❏ If the paper is curled toward the printable side, flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite
direction.
❏ Remove each sheet from the output tray as it is printed.
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❏ If you are printing on glossy media, place a support sheet (or a sheet of plain paper)
beneath the stack, or load only one sheet at a time.
❏ Do not touch or allow anything to come into contact with the printed side of paper with
a shiny finish. To dry your printouts, follow the instructions on the sheet packed with the
paper.
❏ Run the Head Cleaning utility.

Ink Bleeds Through the Page
❏ Use the Print Saturation Adjustment feature to reduce the amount of ink on the page
and increase the drying time if necessary.
& See “Special Settings for Automatic Double-sided Printing (Using the Duplex Unit)”
on page 56.
❏ Adjust the ink levels in the photo image.
Miscellaneous Printout Problems
Incorrect or Garbled Characters
❏ Turn off the printer and computer. Make sure the printer’s interface cable is securely
plugged in.
❏ Clear the print job from the print queue.
❏ Uninstall the printer driver, then reinstall it.

Incorrect Margins
❏ Confirm the margin settings in your application. Make sure that the margins are within
the printable area of the page.
❏ Make sure the printer driver settings are appropriate for the paper size you are using.
For Windows, confirm the settings in the Main Window.
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For Mac OS X, confirm the settings in the Page Setup dialog or Print dialog.See the
printer driver online help for details.

Printout Has a Slight Slant
Make sure that the paper is loaded into the front paper cassette or the rear sheet feeder
correctly.
Inverted Image
❏ Clear the Mirror Image check box in the settings from your printer driver, or turn off the
Mirror Image setting in your application.
For Windows, confirm the settings in the Page Layout window.
For Mac OS X, confirm the settings in the Print Settings dialog in the Print dialog.
For instructions, see the online help for your printer driver or for your application.

Blank Pages Print
❏ Make sure the printer driver settings are appropriate for the paper size you are using.
For Windows, confirm the settings in the Main window.
For Mac OS X, confirm the settings in the Page Setup dialog or Print dialog.
❏ Confirm the Skip Blank Page setting from your printer driver.
For Windows, click the Speed & Progress button on the Maintenance window.
For Mac OS X, confirm the Extension Settings in the Print dialog.
If it is selected, blank pages in your data are not printed.
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After trying one or more of these solutions, run a printer operation check to check your
results.
& See “Running a Printer Operation Check” on page 142.
Printed Side is Smeared or Scuffed
❏ If the paper is curled toward the printable side, flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite
direction.
❏ Clear the High Speed check box in the settings from your printer driver.
For Windows, confirm the settings in the Advanced window.
For Mac OS X, confirm the settings in the Print Settings dialog in the Print dialog.

Printing is too Slow
❏ For Windows, clear all customized settings and select Text as the Quality Option from
your printer driver’s Main window.
For Mac OS X, clear all customized settings and select Automatic as the Mode and
move the slider to Speed in the Print Settings dialog in the Print dialog of your printer
driver. See the printer driver online help for details.
❏ Close any unnecessary applications.
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❏ If you print continuously for an extended period, the paper may temporarily stop feeding
or the print head may pause for a while. This is to slow down the printing speed and
prevent the printer mechanism from overheating and being damaged. If this happens,
you can continue to print, but we recommend stopping and leaving the printer for about
thirty minutes with the power on. (The printer does not recover with the power off.) After
you restart, the printer will print at normal speed.
❏ This printer checks the print head on a regular basis to keep the print head clean and
to ensure you receive premium print quality. If the print head nozzles are clogged, the
printer automatically cleans the print head. During self-checking, and during
self-cleaning operation, the print speed may decrease.
❏ Make sure Low Speed Mode is not enabled in the printer menu.
& See “Maintenance Menu” on page 105.

If you try all of the methods above and cannot solve the problem, see the following:
& See “Increasing the Print Speed (for Windows only)” on page 161.
Paper Does Not Feed Correctly
Paper Does Not Feed
Remove the stack of paper and make sure of the following:
❏ The paper is not curled or creased.
❏ The paper is not too old. See the instructions that came with the paper for more
information.
❏ The paper fits under the c arrow mark inside the edge guide.
❏ Avoid using coated color-laser paper, which can lead to unsatisfactory results.
❏ The number of sheets in the paper stack does not exceed the limit specified for the
media.
& See “Paper Loading Capacities” on page 20.
❏ Paper is not jammed inside the printer. If it is, remove the jammed paper.
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❏ You have followed all special loading instructions that came with your paper. Load the
paper again.
Multiple Pages Feed
❏ Make sure the paper stack fits under the c arrow mark inside the edge guide.
❏ Make sure the left edge guide is snug against the left edge of the paper.
❏ Make sure the paper is not curled or folded. If so, flatten it or curl it slightly toward the
opposite side before loading.
❏ Remove the stack of paper and make sure that the paper is not too thin.
& See “Paper” on page 170.
❏ Fan the edges of the stack to separate the sheets, then reload the paper.
❏ If too many copies of a file are being printed, confirm the Copies setting in your printer
driver as follows, and also confirm in your application.
For Windows, confirm the Copies setting on the Page Layout window.
For Mac OS X 10.4, confirm the Copies setting in the Copies & Pages setting in the
Print dialog.
For Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6, confirm the Copies setting in the Print dialog.
Paper is Improperly Loaded
If you have loaded the paper too far into the printer, the printer cannot feed the paper
correctly. Turn off the printer and gently remove the paper. Then turn on the printer and
reload the paper correctly.
Paper is not Ejected Fully or is Wrinkled
❏ Clear the jammed paper as explained in “The Paper Jams” on page 148. Also, check
the Paper Size setting in your application or printer settings. See the online help for
details.
❏ If the paper is wrinkled when it comes out, it may be damp or too thin. Load a new stack
of paper.
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Note:
Store any unused paper in its original packaging in a dry area.
The Printer Does Not Print
All Lights Are Off
❏ Press the P Power button to make sure the printer is on.
❏ Turn off the printer and make sure that the power cord is securely plugged in.
❏ Make sure that your outlet works and is not controlled by a wall switch or timer.
Lights Came On and then Went Out
The printer’s voltage may not match the outlet rating. Turn off the printer and unplug it
immediately. Then check the label on the back of the printer.
Caution:
c If the voltage does not match, DO NOT PLUG YOUR PRINTER BACK IN. Contact Epson.
The Power Light is On
❏ If no buttons are pressed for 3 minutes, all lights other than the P Power light
automatically turn off to save energy. Press any button (except the P Power button) to
return the control panel to its previous state.
❏ If printing with a USB connection, make sure the USB cable is securely connected to
the printer and to your computer and check that the USB cable is not damaged or badly
crimped.
❏ If you are using the USB interface, make sure your cable meets the USB 1.1 or 2.0
standards.
❏ If you are connecting the printer to your computer via a USB hub, connect the printer to
the first-tier hub from your computer. If the printer driver is still not recognized on your
computer, try to directly connect the printer to your computer without the USB hub.
❏ If you are connecting the printer to your computer via a USB hub, make sure the USB
hub device is recognized by your computer.
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❏ Turn off the printer and the computer, disconnect the printer’s interface cable, then print
an operation check page.
& See “Running a Printer Operation Check” on page 142.
If the check page prints correctly, make sure the printer driver and your application are
installed correctly.
❏ If you are trying to print a large image, your computer may not have enough memory.
Try reducing the resolution of your image or printing the image at a smaller size. You
may need to install more memory in your computer.

Increasing the Print Speed (for Windows only)
You can increase print speed by selecting certain settings in the Speed & Progress
window. Click the Speed & Progress button on your printer driver’s Maintenance window.
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The following dialog box appears.
The table below lists the factors affecting print speed.
Print speed Faster Slower
High Speed Copies On Off
Always spool RAW datatype On Off
Page Rendering Mode On Off
Print as Bitmap On Off
For more details on each item, see the online help.
Other Problems
Print Head Cleaning Does Not Start
❏ Make sure that no error indicator lights are on. If any error occurs, recover from the
error status.
& See “Error Indicators” on page 142.
❏ Make sure that sufficient ink remains for printing. If the ink cartridge is expended,
replace the cartridge.
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Color Ink is Consumed Even When Printing in Black Ink Only
Not only the black ink but also the color ink is consumed during the following operations:
print head cleaning and self-cleaning.
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Appendix A
Where To Get Help
Epson Technical Support
Visit Epson’s support website for the Epson B-510DN or B-310N for solutions to common
New :Only inkjet, SPC, and Scanner products are used in this section.
problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting
advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions.
Speak to a Support Representative
Before you call Epson for support, please have the following information ready:
❏ Product name (Epson B-510DN or B-310N)
❏ Product serial number (located on the back of the printer)
❏ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase
❏ Computer configuration
❏ Description of the problem
Then call:
❏ U.S.: (562) 276-7202, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.
❏ Canada: (905) 709-2567, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.
Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long distance
charges may apply.
Purchase Accessories
You can purchase genuine Epson accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find
New :Use Inkjet, SPC, and "other" products Only.(general)
the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at
http://www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or http://www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
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Appendix B
Product Information
Printer Parts
B-310N and B-510DN Front View
a. Edge guide: Holds your paper straight in the rear sheet feeder. Move it to the edge of your
paper.
b. Rear sheet feeder: Feeds paper for printing.
c. Paper support: Supports the paper loaded in the rear sheet feeder.
d. Front printer cover: Covers the printing mechanism. Open only when the paper jams.
e. Print Head: Prints ink on your paper.
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f. Control panel: Use the buttons and monitor the LCD screen and lights to control your printer.
& See “Using the Control Panel” on page 100.
g. Maintenance box cover: Covers the maintenance box. Open only when replacing the
maintenance box.
h. Output tray: Holds the ejected paper.
i. Front paper cassette: Holds your paper and feeds it for printing.
j. Cartridge lever: Locks the installed ink cartridges.
k. Cartridge cover: Covers the ink cartridges. Open when replacing the ink cartridges. When
using the extra high capacity ink cartridge, leave opened.
B-510DN Rear View
a. USB connector: Connects the USB cable from your computer to the printer.
b. Ethernet connector: Connects the 10Base-T/100Base-TX cable from your computer to the
printer.
c. Duplex unit: Supports automatic double-sided printing.
d. AC inlet: Connects the power cord.
e. Rear printer cover: Covers the printing mechanism. Open only when the paper jams.
f. Air vents: Eject heated air from the printer.

B-310N Rear View
a. USB connector: Connects the USB cable from your computer to the printer.
b. Ethernet connector: Connects the 10Base-T/100Base-TX cable from your computer to the
printer.
c. Upper rear printer cover: Covers the printing mechanism. Open when attaching the duplex
unit and when the paper jams in the back of the printer.
d. AC inlet: Connects the power cord.
e. Rear printer cover: Covers the printing mechanism. Open only when the paper jams.
f. Air vents: Eject heated air from the printer.
Paper, Consumables, and Options
Paper
Epson offers specially designed paper and other print media for all your printing needs.

Note:
You can find the part numbers for the following Epson special papers on the Epson website.
& See “Epson Technical Support” on page 164.
Paper Size Part numbers
Epson Bright White Paper Letter S041586
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Letter, 8 × 10 S041257, S041467
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Letter S041568

Double-sided
Epson Presentation Paper Matte Letter, Legal S041062, S041067
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets A4 S041106
Note:
The availability of paper varies by location.
Ink Cartridges
You can use the following ink cartridges with this printer:
Ink cartridge Part numbers
B-510DN B-310N
Standard High capacity Extra High

capacity capacity
Black T6161 T6171 T6181 T6161
Cyan T6162 T6172 – T6162
Magenta T6163 T6173 – T6163
Yellow T6164 T6174 – T6164
Maintenance Box
You can use the following maintenance box with the B-310N and B510DN:
Part number
Maintenance Box T619000
Duplex Unit (B-310N Users only)
You can use the following duplex unit with the B-310N.

Part number
Duplex unit C12C802531
Legal-size Paper Support
You can use the following legal-size paper support with this printer.
Part number
Legal-size paper C12C815341

support
Legal-size Paper Cassette
You can use the following legal-size paper cassette with this printer (included with
B-510DN).
Part number
Legal-size paper C12C817001

cassette
System Requirements
Windows Requirements
To use this printer, you must have any of the following Windows operating systems
installed. For details on interfaces and operating systems, refer to the following table.
System PC Interface
Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, USB 1.0 and 2.0

Windows 2000, and Windows 2003 Ethernet 100Base-TX/10Base-T
USB 2.0 Host Driver by Microsoft must be used.
Macintosh Requirements
To connect this printer to a Macintosh computer, you must have any of the following
Macintosh operating systems installed. For details on interfaces and operating systems,
refer to the following table.

System PC Interface
PowerPC-based or Intel-based Macintosh USB 1.0 or 2.0

computers running Mac OS X 10.4.11 to 10.6.x Ethernet 100Base-TX/10Base-T
Technical Specifications
Paper
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.
❏ Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. Laser
printer coated paper can also cause paper jams. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher
grade of paper, or stop using laser printer coated paper.
❏ Use paper under normal conditions:

Temperature 59 to 77 °F (15 to 25 °C)
Humidity 40 to 60% RH
Single sheets:
Size A4 (8.3 × 11.7 in., 210 × 297 mm)

4 × 6 in. (10 × 15 cm)
A6 (4.1 × 5.8 in., 105 × 148 mm)
Half Letter (5.5 × 8.5 in.)
8 × 10 in. (20 × 25 cm)
16:9 wide size (4 × 7.11 in., 102 × 181 mm)
Letter 8 1/2 × 11 in.
Legal 8 1/2 × 14 in.
Paper types Plain bond paper or special paper distributed by Epson
Thickness 0.003 to 0.005 in. (0.08 to 0.11 mm)

(for plain bond
paper)
Weight 64 g/m² to 90 g/m²

(for plain bond
paper)
Envelopes:
Size Envelope #10 4 1/8 × 9 1/2 in.

Paper types Plain bond paper
Weight 75 g/m² to 100 g/m²
Printable Area
Diagonal lines show printable area.
Single sheets:
B-L B-R
C
Envelopes:
B-L B-R
Minimum margin
Media type Single sheets Envelopes
A 0.12 in. (3.0 mm) 0.12 in. (3.0 mm)
B-L, B-R 0.12 in. (3.0 mm) 0.20 in. (5.0 mm)

C 0.12 in. (3.0 mm) 0.12 in. (3.0 mm)
Note:
❏ Depending on the type of paper, print quality may decline in the top and bottom areas of the
printout, or the area may be smeared.
❏ Automatic double-sided printing supports plain paper and Epson Bright White Paper only.
Minimum bottom margin (C) is 0.63 in. (16 mm) when you use automatic double-sided printing.
Ink Cartridges
Color Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black
Cartridge life Use within 6 months of opening the package.
Temperature Storage:
–4 to 104 °F (–20 to 40 °C)
1 month at 104 °F (40 °C)
Freezing:*
8.6 °F (–13 °C)
*
Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 77 °F (25 °C).
Note:
❏ We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other
products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage.
❏ The printer ships with full cartridges and part of the ink from the first cartridges is used for
priming the printer.
❏ Yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of use
and temperature. For print quality, a small amount of ink remains in the cartridge after the
"replacement cartridge" indicator comes on.

Mechanical
Paper path Front paper cassette, rear sheet feeder
Loading capacity Front paper cassette

About 510 sheets of letter/A4 paper at 75 g/m²*
Front paper cassette (legal-size)
About 510 sheets of legal paper at 75 g/m²*
Rear sheet feeder
About 150 sheets of letter/A4 paper at 75 g/m²*
Using the optional legal-size paper support, about 60
sheets of legal-size paper at 75 g/m²*
Output tray
About 170 sheets
Dimensions B-510DN
Storage
Width: 18.9 in. (480 mm)
Depth: 21.5 in. (547 mm)
Height: 12.3 in. (312 mm)
Printing
Width: 18.9 in. (480 mm)
Depth: 25.8 in. (656 mm)
B-310N
Storage
Width: 18.9 in. (480 mm)
Depth: 16.5 in. (420 mm)
Printing
Width: 18.9 in. (480 mm)
Depth: 24.6 in. (624 mm)
Weight B-510DN
Approx. 23.6 lb (10.7 kg) (without the ink cartridges)
B-310N
Approx. 21.8 lb (9.9 kg) (without the ink cartridges)
*
Loading capacity may decrease if the paper is curled.
Electrical
B-310N and B-510DN

100-120 V Model 220-240 V Model
Input voltage range AC 90 to 132 V AC 198 to 264 V
Rated frequency range 50 to 60 Hz
Input frequency range 49.5 to 60.5 Hz
Rated current 0.7 A 0.4 A
Power Printing Approx. 30.0 W Approx. 30.0 W

consumption (ISO/IEC10561 (ISO/IEC10561
Letter Pattern) Letter Pattern)
Ready mode Approx. 6.5 W Approx. 7.0 W
Sleep mode Approx. 3.5 W Approx. 3.5 W
Power off Approx. 0.2 W Approx. 0.4 W
Note:
Check the label on the back of the printer for its voltage.
Environmental
Temperature Operation:
50 to 95 °F (10 to 35 °C)
Storage:
–4 to 104 °F (–20 to 40 °C)
1 month at 104 °F (40 °C)
Humidity Operation:*
20 to 80% RH
Storage:* 5 to 85% RH
*
Without condensation
Standards and Approvals
U.S. model:
Safety UL60950-1
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1
EMC FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B

CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class B

Interface
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (Device Class for computers)
Ethernet 100BASE-TX/10 BASE-T
Options
Legal size paper support Width: 6.9 in. (176 mm)

Depth: 0.29 in. ( 7.4 mm)
Height: 4.3 in. ( 110 mm)
Weight: Approx. 1.5 oz ( 42 g )
Duplex unit (B-310N only) Width: 12.3 in. (313 mm)

Depth: 6.4 in. (163 mm)
Weight: Approx. 1.98 lb (0.9 kg )
Legal-size paper cassette Width: 9.8 in. (250 mm)

Depth: 16.9 in. (430 mm)
Weight: Approx. 1.5 lb (0.7 kg )
Monocolor Preference Mode:
This printer is designed to be used for high-color output. However, if you usually print using
black only, you can contact Epson technical support for information about a monocolor
preference mode available on the printer. If you decide you want to implement the mode,
the technical support representative can also help you take the necessary steps to do that.

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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
❏ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
❏ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
❏ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
❏ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will

invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which
exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the
user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this
equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to
unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For Canadian Users
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Open Source Software License
BSD License (Berkeley Software Distribution License)
This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the Berkeley
Software Distribution License (“BSD Programs”).
These BSD Programs are WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty
of MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
The Berkeley Software Distribution License UCB BSD is as follows.
Copyright (c) The Regents of the University of California.
All rights reserved.
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are
permitted provided that the following conditions are met:
1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of
conditions and the following disclaimer.
2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of
conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials
provided with the distribution.
3. Neither the name of the University nor the names of its contributors may be used to
endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written
permission.
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE REGENTS AND CONTRIBUTORS ``AS IS''

AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE REGENTS OR
CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR
PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION)
HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT,

STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING
IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

Bonjour
This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the Apple
Public Source License Version1.2 or its latest version (“Bonjour Programs”).
We provide the source code of the Bonjour Programs pursuant to the the Apple Public
Source License Version1.2 or its latest version until five (5) years after the discontinuation
of same model of this printer product. If you desire to receive the source code of the
Bonjour Programs, please see the “Contacting Customer Support” in Appendix or Printing
Guide of this User's Guide, and contact the customer support of your region.
You can redistribute Bonjour Programs and/or modify it under the terms of the Apple Public
Source License Version1.2 or its latest version.
These Bonjour Programs are WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied
warranty of MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
The Apple Public Source License Version1.2 is as follows. You also can see the the Apple
Public Source License Version1.2 at http://www.opensource.apple.com/apsl/.
APPLE PUBLIC SOURCE LICENSE

Version 2.0 - August 6, 2003
1. General; Definitions. This License applies to any program or other work which Apple
Computer, Inc. ("Apple") makes publicly available and which contains a notice placed by
Apple identifying such program or work as "Original Code" and stating that it is subject to
the terms of this Apple Public Source License version 2.0 ("License"). As used in this
License:
1.1 "Applicable Patent Rights" mean: (a) in the case where Apple is the grantor of rights, (i)
claims of patents that are now or hereafter acquired, owned by or assigned to Apple and
(ii) that cover subject matter contained in the Original Code, but only to the extent
necessary to use, reproduce and/or distribute the Original Code without infringement; and
(b) in the case where You are the grantor of rights, (i) claims of patents that are now or
hereafter acquired, owned by or assigned to You and (ii) that cover subject matter in Your
Modifications, taken alone or in combination with Original Code.
1.2 "Contributor" means any person or entity that creates or contributes to the creation of
Modifications.
1.3 "Covered Code" means the Original Code, Modifications, the combination of Original
Code and any Modifications, and/or any respective portions thereof.

1.4 "Externally Deploy" means: (a) to sublicense, distribute or otherwise make Covered
Code available, directly or indirectly, to anyone other than You; and/or (b) to use Covered
Code, alone or as part of a Larger Work, in any way to provide a service, including but not
limited to delivery of content, through electronic communication with a client other than
You.
1.5 "Larger Work" means a work which combines Covered Code or portions thereof with
code not governed by the terms of this License.
1.6 "Modifications" mean any addition to, deletion from, and/or change to, the substance
and/or structure of the Original Code, any previous Modifications, the combination of
Original Code and any previous Modifications, and/or any respective portions thereof.
When code is released as a series of files, a Modification is: (a) any addition to or deletion
from the contents of a file containing Covered Code; and/or (b) any new file or other
representation of computer program statements that contains any part of Covered Code.
1.7 "Original Code" means (a) the Source Code of a program or other work as originally
made available by Apple under this License, including the Source Code of any updates or
upgrades to such programs or works made available by Apple under this License, and that
has been expressly identified by Apple as such in the header file(s) of such work; and (b)
the object code compiled from such Source Code and originally made available by Apple
under this License.
1.8 "Source Code" means the human readable form of a program or other work that is
suitable for making modifications to it, including all modules it contains, plus any
associated interface definition files, scripts used to control compilation and installation of
an executable (object code).
1.9 "You" or "Your" means an individual or a legal entity exercising rights under this
License. For legal entities, "You" or "Your" includes any entity which controls, is controlled
by, or is under common control with, You, where "control" means (a) the power, direct or
indirect, to cause the direction or management of such entity, whether by contract or
otherwise, or (b) ownership of fifty percent (50%) or more of the outstanding shares or
beneficial ownership of such entity.
2. Permitted Uses; Conditions & Restrictions. Subject to the terms and conditions of this
License, Apple hereby grants You, effective on the date You accept this License and
download the Original Code, a world-wide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license, to the extent
of Apple's Applicable Patent Rights and copyrights covering the Original Code, to do the
following:
2.1 Unmodified Code. You may use, reproduce, display, perform, internally distribute
within Your organization, and Externally Deploy verbatim, unmodified copies of the Original
Code, for commercial or non-commercial purposes, provided that in each instance:
(a) You must retain and reproduce in all copies of Original Code the copyright and other
proprietary notices and disclaimers of Apple as they appear in the Original Code, and keep
intact all notices in the Original Code that refer to this License; and

(b) You must include a copy of this License with every copy of Source Code of Covered
Code and documentation You distribute or Externally Deploy, and You may not offer or
impose any terms on such Source Code that alter or restrict this License or the recipients'
rights hereunder, except as permitted under Section 6.
2.2 Modified Code. You may modify Covered Code and use, reproduce, display, perform,
internally distribute within Your organization, and Externally Deploy Your Modifications and
Covered Code, for commercial or non-commercial purposes, provided that in each
instance You also meet all of these conditions:
(a) You must satisfy all the conditions of Section 2.1 with respect to the Source Code of the
Covered Code;
(b) You must duplicate, to the extent it does not already exist, the notice in Exhibit A in each
file of the Source Code of all Your Modifications, and cause the modified files to carry
prominent notices stating that You changed the files and the date of any change; and
(c) If You Externally Deploy Your Modifications, You must make Source Code of all Your
Externally Deployed Modifications either available to those to whom You have Externally
Deployed Your Modifications, or publicly available. Source Code of Your Externally
Deployed Modifications must be released under the terms set forth in this License,
including the license grants set forth in Section 3 below, for as long as you Externally
Deploy the Covered Code or twelve (12) months from the date of initial External
Deployment, whichever is longer. You should preferably distribute the Source Code of
Your Externally Deployed Modifications electronically (e.g. download from a web site).
2.3 Distribution of Executable Versions. In addition, if You Externally Deploy Covered Code
(Original Code and/or Modifications) in object code, executable form only, You must
include a prominent notice, in the code itself as well as in related documentation, stating
that Source Code of the Covered Code is available under the terms of this License with
information on how and where to obtain such Source Code.
2.4 Third Party Rights. You expressly acknowledge and agree that although Apple and
each Contributor grants the licenses to their respective portions of the Covered Code set
forth herein, no assurances are provided by Apple or any Contributor that the Covered
Code does not infringe the patent or other intellectual property rights of any other entity.
Apple and each Contributor disclaim any liability to You for claims brought by any other
entity based on infringement of intellectual property rights or otherwise. As a condition to
exercising the rights and licenses granted hereunder, You hereby assume sole
responsibility to secure any other intellectual property rights needed, if any. For example,
if a third party patent license is required to allow You to distribute the Covered Code, it is
Your responsibility to acquire that license before distributing the Covered Code.

3. Your Grants. In consideration of, and as a condition to, the licenses granted to You
under this License, You hereby grant to any person or entity receiving or distributing
Covered Code under this License a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable
license, under Your Applicable Patent Rights and other intellectual property rights (other
than patent) owned or controlled by You, to use, reproduce, display, perform, modify,
sublicense, distribute and Externally Deploy Your Modifications of the same scope and
extent as Apple's licenses under Sections 2.1 and 2.2 above.
4. Larger Works. You may create a Larger Work by combining Covered Code with other
code not governed by the terms of this License and distribute the Larger Work as a single
product. In each such instance, You must make sure the requirements of this License are
fulfilled for the Covered Code or any portion thereof.
5. Limitations on Patent License. Except as expressly stated in Section 2, no other patent

rights, express or implied, are granted by Apple herein. Modifications and/or Larger Works
may require additional patent licenses from Apple which Apple may grant in its sole
discretion.
6. Additional Terms. You may choose to offer, and to charge a fee for, warranty, support,
indemnity or liability obligations and/or other rights consistent with the scope of the license
granted herein ("Additional Terms") to one or more recipients of Covered Code. However,
You may do so only on Your own behalf and as Your sole responsibility, and not on behalf
of Apple or any Contributor. You must obtain the recipient's agreement that any such
Additional Terms are offered by You alone, and You hereby agree to indemnify, defend
and hold Apple and every Contributor harmless for any liability incurred by or claims
asserted against Apple or such Contributor by reason of any such Additional Terms.
7. Versions of the License. Apple may publish revised and/or new versions of this License
from time to time. Each version will be given a distinguishing version number. Once
Original Code has been published under a particular version of this License, You may
continue to use it under the terms of that version. You may also choose to use such
Original Code under the terms of any subsequent version of this License published by
Apple. No one other than Apple has the right to modify the terms applicable to Covered
Code created under this License.

8. NO WARRANTY OR SUPPORT. The Covered Code may contain in whole or in part
pre-release, untested, or not fully tested works. The Covered Code may contain errors that
could cause failures or loss of data, and may be incomplete or contain inaccuracies. You
expressly acknowledge and agree that use of the Covered Code, or any portion thereof, is
at Your sole and entire risk. THE COVERED CODE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND
WITHOUT WARRANTY, UPGRADES OR SUPPORT OF ANY KIND AND APPLE AND
APPLE'S LICENSOR(S) (COLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS "APPLE" FOR THE
PURPOSES OF SECTIONS 8 AND 9) AND ALL CONTRIBUTORS EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES AND/OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND/OR
CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, OF SATISFACTORY QUALITY, OF FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OF ACCURACY, OF QUIET ENJOYMENT, AND
NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. APPLE AND EACH CONTRIBUTOR
DOES NOT WARRANT AGAINST INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE
COVERED CODE, THAT THE FUNCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE COVERED CODE
WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, THAT THE OPERATION OF THE COVERED
CODE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT DEFECTS IN THE
COVERED CODE WILL BE CORRECTED. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR
ADVICE GIVEN BY APPLE, AN APPLE AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR ANY
CONTRIBUTOR SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY. You acknowledge that the Covered
Code is not intended for use in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation,
communication systems, or air traffic control machines in which case the failure of the
Covered Code could lead to death, personal injury, or severe physical or environmental
damage.
9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO

EVENT SHALL APPLE OR ANY CONTRIBUTOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR
RELATING TO THIS LICENSE OR YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE COVERED
CODE, OR ANY PORTION THEREOF, WHETHER UNDER A THEORY OF CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCTS LIABILITY OR
OTHERWISE, EVEN IF APPLE OR SUCH CONTRIBUTOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF
THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF
ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY REMEDY. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW
THE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. In no event shall Apple's total liability
to You for all damages (other than as may be required by applicable law) under this
License exceed the amount of fifty dollars ($50.00).
10. Trademarks. This License does not grant any rights to use the trademarks or trade
names "Apple", "Apple Computer", "Mac", "Mac OS", "QuickTime", "QuickTime Streaming
Server" or any other trademarks, service marks, logos or trade names belonging to Apple
(collectively "Apple Marks") or to any trademark, service mark, logo or trade name
belonging to any Contributor. You agree not to use any Apple Marks in or as part of the
name of products derived from the Original Code or to endorse or promote products
derived from the Original Code other than as expressly permitted by and in strict
compliance at all times with Apple's third party trademark usage guidelines which are
posted at http://www.apple.com/legal/guidelinesfor3rdparties.html.

11. Ownership. Subject to the licenses granted under this License, each Contributor
retains all rights, title and interest in and to any Modifications made by such Contributor.
Apple retains all rights, title and interest in and to the Original Code and any Modifications
made by or on behalf of Apple ("Apple Modifications"), and such Apple Modifications will
not be automatically subject to this License. Apple may, at its sole discretion, choose to
license such Apple Modifications under this License, or on different terms from those
contained in this License or may choose not to license them at all.
12. Termination.
12.1 Termination. This License and the rights granted hereunder will terminate:
(a) automatically without notice from Apple if You fail to comply with any term(s) of this
License and fail to cure such breach within 30 days of becoming aware of such breach;
(b) immediately in the event of the circumstances described in Section 13.5(b); or
(c) automatically without notice from Apple if You, at any time during the term of this
License, commence an action for patent infringement against Apple; provided that Apple
did not first commence an action for patent infringement against You in that instance.
12.2 Effect of Termination. Upon termination, You agree to immediately stop any further
use, reproduction, modification, sublicensing and distribution of the Covered Code. All
sublicenses to the Covered Code which have been properly granted prior to termination
shall survive any termination of this License. Provisions which, by their nature, should
remain in effect beyond the termination of this License shall survive, including but not
limited to Sections 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.2 and 13. No party will be liable to any other for
compensation, indemnity or damages of any sort solely as a result of terminating this
License in accordance with its terms, and termination of this License will be without
prejudice to any other right or remedy of any party.
13. Miscellaneous.
13.1 Government End Users. The Covered Code is a "commercial item" as defined in FAR
2.101. Government software and technical data rights in the Covered Code include only
those rights customarily provided to the public as defined in this License. This customary
commercial license in technical data and software is provided in accordance with FAR
12.211 (Technical Data) and 12.212 (Computer Software) and, for Department of Defense
purchases, DFAR 252.227-7015 (Technical Data -- Commercial Items) and 227.7202-3
(Rights in Commercial Computer Software or Computer Software Documentation).
Accordingly, all U.S. Government End Users acquire Covered Code with only those rights
set forth herein.
13.2 Relationship of Parties. This License will not be construed as creating an agency,
partnership, joint venture or any other form of legal association between or among You,
Apple or any Contributor, and You will not represent to the contrary, whether expressly, by
implication, appearance or otherwise.

13.3 Independent Development. Nothing in this License will impair Apple's right to acquire,
license, develop, have others develop for it, market and/or distribute technology or
products that perform the same or similar functions as, or otherwise compete with,
Modifications, Larger Works, technology or products that You may develop, produce,
market or distribute.
13.4 Waiver; Construction. Failure by Apple or any Contributor to enforce any provision of
this License will not be deemed a waiver of future enforcement of that or any other
provision. Any law or regulation which provides that the language of a contract shall be
construed against the drafter will not apply to this License.
13.5 Severability. (a) If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision
of this License, or portion thereof, to be unenforceable, that provision of the License will be
enforced to the maximum extent permissible so as to effect the economic benefits and
intent of the parties, and the remainder of this License will continue in full force and effect.
(b) Notwithstanding the foregoing, if applicable law prohibits or restricts You from fully
and/or specifically complying with Sections 2 and/or 3 or prevents the enforceability of
either of those Sections, this License will immediately terminate and You must immediately
discontinue any use of the Covered Code and destroy all copies of it that are in your
possession or control.
13.6 Dispute Resolution. Any litigation or other dispute resolution between You and Apple
relating to this License shall take place in the Northern District of California, and You and
Apple hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction of, and venue in, the state and federal
courts within that District with respect to this License. The application of the United Nations
Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods is expressly excluded.
13.7 Entire Agreement; Governing Law. This License constitutes the entire agreement
between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof. This License shall be
governed by the laws of the United States and the State of California, except that body of
California law concerning conflicts of law.
Where You are located in the province of Quebec, Canada, the following clause applies:
The parties hereby confirm that they have requested that this License and all related
documents be drafted in English. Les parties ont exigé que le présent contrat et tous les
documents connexes soient rédigés en anglais.
EXHIBIT A.
"Portions Copyright (c) 1999-2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
This file contains Original Code and/or Modifications of Original Code as defined in and
that are subject to the Apple Public Source License Version 2.0 (the 'License'). You may
not use this file except in compliance with the License. Please obtain a copy of the License
at http://www.opensource.apple.com/apsl/ and read it before using this file.

The Original Code and all software distributed under the License are distributed on an 'AS
IS' basis, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND
APPLE HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL SUCH WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, QUIET ENJOYMENT OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. Please see
the License for the specific language governing rights and limitations under the License."

Operating System Versions
In this manual, the following abbreviations are used.
Windows refers to Windows 7, Windows Vista, XP, Server 2003, Server 2008, and 2000.
❏ Windows 7 refers to Windows 7 Home Premium Edition, Windows 7 Professional Edition, and
Windows 7 Ultimate Edition.
❏ Windows Vista refers to Windows Vista Home Basic Edition, Windows Vista Home Premium
Edition, Windows Vista Business Edition, Windows Vista Enterprise Edition, and Windows Vista
Ultimate Edition.
❏ Windows XP refers to Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, and
Windows XP Professional.
❏ Windows Server 2008 refers to Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 x64 Editions.
❏ Windows Server 2003 refers to Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions.
❏ Windows 2000 refers to Windows 2000 Professional.
Macintosh refers to Mac OS X.
❏ Mac OS X refers to Mac OS X 10.4.11, 10.5.x, and 10.6.x.
Operating System Versions 186

Index
A Windows, 30
Double-sided printing
Accessories, purchasing, 164
description, 53
Aligning print head, 133
folded booklet, 69
Mac OS X 10.4, 67
B
Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6, 61
Banding, 153 special settings in Windows, 56
Blank pages, 156 Windows, 55
Blurry prints, 154 Driver
Booklet printing, 69 accessing for Mac OS X, 15
Buttons and lights, 100 accessing for Windows, 14
uninstalling, 16
C Duplex unit
Cable connector, 166, 167 automatic double-sided printing, 55
Canceling printing installing, 111
Mac OS X, 49 location, 166
Windows, 48 part number, 168
Cartridge specifications, 175
checking status, 114 uninstalling, 112
cover, 166
lever, 166 E
precautions, 118 Edge guide, 165
purchasing, 118 Enlarging pages, 73
replacing, 120 to 123 Envelopes
Cleaning loading, 26
printer, 135 Mac OS X 10.4 printer settings, 46
print head, 131 Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 printer settings, 44
Color problems, 153 printable area, 171
Contacting Epson, 164 printing, 42
Control panel Windows printer settings, 43
buttons and lights, 100 Epson
icons, 102 paper, 20
location, 166 technical support, 164
menu list, 104 Error indicators, 142
message, 107 Ethernet connector, 166, 167
using, 109
F
D
Fit to page printing, 73
Documents, printing Folded booklet printing, 69
Mac OS X 10.4 printer settings, 34 Front paper cassette
Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 printer settings, 32 loading, 22
Index 187
location, 166 Maintenance box
checking status, 123
H checking status in Mac OS X, 125
checking status in Windows, 124
Head cleaning, 132
cover, 166
Mac OS X, 132
part number, 168
Windows, 131
purchasing, 126
Help, Epson, 164
replacing, 127
Horizontal banding, 153
Managing print jobs, 143
Margin problems, 155
I
Media Type, selecting, 28
Incorrect characters, 155 Menu list
Ink cartridges language, 104
checking status in Mac OS X, 117 maintenance, 105, 106
checking status in Windows, 114 network, 106
part number, 168 printer setting, 104
precautions, 118 printer status, 105
purchasing, 118 test print, 104
replacing, 120 to 123 Mirror image, 156
specifications, 172 Misalignment, 153
Interface cables, 175 Multiple pages per sheet, 81
L N
Legal size paper casette Network printing, 138
part number, 169 Nozzle check
Legal size paper cassette Mac OS X, 130
installing, 113 Windows, 129
Legal size paper support
installing, 111 O
part number, 169
Operation check, 142
specifications, 175
Output tray
Lights
location, 166
error indicators, 142
setting up, 28
Loading
envelopes, 26
front paper cassette, 22
P
paper, 20, 21, 22, 24 Pages per sheet printing, 81
rear sheet feeder, 24 Paper
Epson special paper, 20, 167
M feeding problems, 158
loading, 21
Mac OS X
loading capacity, 20
accessing printer settings, 15
loading into front paper cassette, 22
checking printer status, 147
loading into rear sheet feeder, 24
status monitor, 147
paper support, 165
Index 188
printable area, 171 blank pages, 156
selecting type, 28 blurry prints, 154
specifications, 170 contacting Epson, 164
wrinkling, 159 diagnosing, 142
Paper jams, 148 incorrect characters, 155
Part number incorrect colors, 153
duplex unit, 168 ink bleeding through, 155
ink cartridge, 168 margins, 155
legal size paper casette, 169 mirror image, 156
legal size paper support, 169 paper feeding, 158
maintenance box, 168 paper jams, 148
Posters printer does not print, 160
assembling pages, 93 print speed, 157
printing, 89 to 94 smeared prints, 154, 157
Printable area specifications, 171 Progress meter, 144
Printer
checking status, 143 R
cleaning, 135
Rear sheet feeder
front printer cover, 165
loading, 24
operation check, 142
location, 165
rear printer cover, 166, 167
Reducing page size, 73
transporting, 136
Replacing ink cartridges, 120 to 123
Printer settings
Resizing pages, 73
accessing for Mac OS X, 15
accessing for Windows, 14
S
Print head
aligning in Mac OS X, 134 Safety information, 9
aligning in Windows, 133 Service, 164
checking, 129 Shipping printer, 136
cleaning, 131 Smeared prints, 154, 157
location, 165 Software
Printing uninstalling, 16
canceling, 48 using, 14 to 19
double-sided, 53 Specifications
envelopes, 42 duplex unit, 175
fit to page, 73 electrical, 173
folded booklets, 69 environmental, 174
multiple pages per sheet, 81 ink cartridge, 172
posters, 89 to 94 legal size paper support, 175
text, 30 mechanical, 173
watermarks, 94 to 99 paper, 170
Print quality, improving, 152 standards and approvals, 174
Print speed, increasing, 157, 161 Speed, increasing, 157, 161
Problems Status Monitor
banding, 153 Mac OS X, 147
Index 189
Windows, 145
Status sheet, 109
System requirements, 169
T
Technical support, 164
Text
Mac OS X 10.4, 34
Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6, 32
Text, printing documents, 30
Transporting printer, 136
U
USB connector, 166, 167
User's Guide, uninstalling, 18
W
Watermark printing, 94 to 99
Windows
accessing printer settings, 14
checking printer status, 143
managing print jobs, 143
status monitor, 145
Index 190

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User’s Guide

Copyright and Trademarks

Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

This information is subject to change without notice.

© 2009 Epson America, Inc.

Copyright and Trademarks 2

Copyright and Trademarks

Chapter 1 Using Your Software

Chapter 2 Paper Handling

Chapter 3 Basic Printing

Chapter 4 Printing with Special Layout Options

Chapter 5 Using the Control Panel

Chapter 6 Installing Options

Chapter 7 Replacing Consumables

Chapter 9 Using the Printer on a Network

Appendix A Where To Get Help

Appendix B Product Information

Operating System Versions

Important Safety Instructions

Setting Up the Printer

Observe the following when setting up the printer:

❏ Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the printer.

❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers.

❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.

❏ Do not attempt to service the printer yourself.

Choosing a Place for the Printer

Observe the following when choosing a place for the printer:

❏ Avoid places subject to dust, shocks, or vibrations.

Using the Printer

Observe the following when using the printer:

❏ Do not insert objects through the slots in the printer.

❏ Take care not to spill liquid on the printer.

❏ Do not touch the white flat cable inside the printer.

❏ Do not put your hand inside the printer during printing.

❏ Do not move the cartridge lever during printing.

Handling Ink Cartridges

Observe the following when handling ink cartridges:

❏ Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Overview of Printer Driver and Status Monitor

Accessing the Printer Driver for Windows

Refer to the following sections to access the printer driver.

From Windows Applications

1. Click Print or Print Setup on the File menu.

2. In the window that appears, click Printer, Setup, Options, Preferences, or

From the Start Menu

Windows Vista® and Server 2008:

Using Your Software 14

Windows Vista and Server 2008:

Windows XP, Server 2003, and 2000:

From the Shortcut Icon on the Taskbar

Getting Information through Online Help

In the printer driver window, try one of the following procedures:

❏ Right-click the item, then click Help.

Accessing the Printer Driver for Mac OS X

Using Your Software 15

Print Click Print on the File menu of your application.

Getting information through online help

Click the Help button in the Print dialog.