Epson Stylus C87 Specifications Page 1

Epson Stylus C87Quick Guide®

10 Basic Printing7. For more printing options, click the Advanced button. Then select the following settings as necessary.Note: For more information a

Printing with Macintosh OS X 11During printing, this window appears to show the progress of your print job. You can use the buttons to cancel, pause,

12 Basic Printing2. Select Stylus C87 in the Format for pop-up menu.3. Select your Paper Size. For borderless printing, choose a paper size with the S

Printing with Macintosh OS X 13Depending on your settings, you can choose these other options from the pop-up menu: Copies & Pages: Select the nu

14 Basic Printing12. To monitor the progress of your print job, click the printer icon when it appears in the dock on the bottom of your desktop. If

Using Special Papers 15Using Special PapersYou can use the following special Epson papers in your Stylus C87.* The availability of paper types and siz

16 Basic PrintingSelecting the Correct Paper TypeBe sure to select the correct Type or Media Type setting in your printer software: For this paper Se

Printing Photos 17Printing Photos You can print beautiful snapshots and enlargements with or without white borders. With proper care, photographs from

18 Printing PhotosYou see a window like this one:3. Select Photo or Best Photo as the Quality Option setting.4. Select the paper Type for the paper yo

Printing Photos in Windows 19Customizing Your Photo Settings1. On the Main tab, click the Advanced button in the bottom right corner of the window. If

2Copyright NoticeAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by an

20 Printing Photos4. Select the following page layout settings as necessary:Note: Some layout settings may not be available, depending on other settin

Printing Photos with Macintosh OS X 21Printing Photos with Macintosh OS X1. Start your photo program and open your photo file.2. Open the File menu an

22 Printing Photos8. Select Stylus C87 in the Printer menu and select Print Settings from the pop-up menu. You see a window like this one:9. Select th

Printing Photos with Macintosh OS X 23Customizing Your Photo Settings1. Click the Advanced button.2. Select these advanced settings as necessary:Note:

24 Printing Photos4. Adjust the Expansion slider to choose Min, Max, or the in-between setting.Min is the least amount of image expansion; there may b

Replacing Ink Cartridges 25Replacing Ink CartridgesWhen the red H ink light flashes, one or more ink cartridges are low on ink.When the red H ink ligh

26 Replacing Ink CartridgesInk Cartridge PrecautionsWarning: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and don’t drink the ink.If ink gets on y

Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 273. Press and release the H ink button. The ink cartridge holder moves to the left, and the cartridge that nee

28 Replacing Ink Cartridges If all the empty cartridges have been identified, the print head moves right to the ink cartridge replacement position, s

Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 296. Squeeze the back tab of the empty/low cartridge and lift it out of the printer. Don’t take the used cartri

Contents 3ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Loading Paper . . . . . . . .

30 Replacing Ink Cartridges8. Lower the cartridge into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place9. If you need to replace other ink cartr

Solving Problems 31Solving ProblemsIf you have a problem with your Epson Stylus C87, check the printer’s lights (as described below) to diagnose what

32 Solving ProblemsProblems and SolutionsYou see banding (light lines). Make sure the paper Type or Media Type setting matches the paper you’re using

Problems and Solutions 33Note: If you don’t see the icon, go to your printer properties window as described on page 8, click the Maintenance tab, then

34 Solving ProblemsYour paper doesn’t feed correctly or jams in the printer. If multiple pages feed at once, remove the paper from the sheet feeder,

Where To Get Help 35Note: If your country does not appear on the list, contact the nearest Epson sales office.Toll or long distance charges may apply.

36 Requirements and NoticesRequirements and NoticesWindows System Requirements A Microsoft® Windows compatible PC with a Pentium®-equivalent processo

Important Safety Instructions 37Important Safety InstructionsBefore using your printer, read these safety instructions to make sure you use it safely

38 Requirements and NoticesIf the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the printer; if the printer has been dropped or the case damage

Specifications 39SpecificationsPrintingPrinting methodOn-demand ink jetNozzle configuration239 nozzles; Black: 180 nozzles; color: 59 nozzles for each

4FCC Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 Requirements and NoticesDimensions Storage: 460 mm (W) × 242 (D) × 191.2 mm (H) (18.1 × 9.5 × 7.5 in.) Printing: 460 (W) × 437 (D) × 309 mm (H)(18.

FCC Compliance Statement 41FCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Cla

42 Requirements and NoticesWARNING The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification

Declaration of ConformityAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used w

Limited Warranty1. Limited Warranty for Epson ProductsEpson products are covered by warranty against defects in workmanship and materials when operat

Limited Warranty 453.8 When the external plastic case has been scratched or abused.3.9 When damages resulted from inappropriate tests, installation, m

46 Requirements and NoticesService CentersIf your country does not appear on the preceding list, please contact the dealer where you purchased the pro

Limited Warranty 49CPD-19996Printed in XXXXXXXX.XX-XX XXX

Introduction 5IntroductionThe Epson Stylus® C87 printer is the ideal desktop printer for business and home use. With its exceptional speed and print r

6 Loading PaperLoading PaperThe type of paper you choose affects the way your printout looks, so be sure to select the correct paper for your job. If

Loading Paper 73. Insert the paper, printable side up, against the right edge guide. Then slide the left edge guide against the paper (but not too tig

8 Basic PrintingBasic PrintingFollow the instructions in this section for basic printing of your documents. For Windows, see below. For Macintosh OS X

Printing in Windows 9You see the basic print settings window:4. Select from these Quality Option settings: Draft: For rough drafts with reduced print