Epson WF-4630 User's Guide

WF-4630/WF-4640 User's Guide

Product Makes Noise When It Sits for a While... 274Solving Paper Problems...

Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - OS XManaging Color - OS XSelecting Printing Preferences - OS XPrinting Your Document or Photo - OS XParent

You see the expanded printer settings window for your product:Note: The print window may look different, depending on the version of OS X and the appl

6. Select the page setup options: Paper Size and Orientation.Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your applic

9. Select the Paper Source you wish to print from.10. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media Type setting.Note: The setting may not exactly

Rear Paper Feed SlotSelects the paper in the rear feed slot as the paper source.Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - OS XPrint Quality Optio

Selecting Page Setup Settings - OS XDepending on your application, you may be able to select the paper size and orientation settings fromthe print win

Selecting Print Layout Options - OS XYou can select a variety of layout options for your document or photo by selecting Layout from the pop-up menu on

Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - OS XYou can print on both sides of the paper by selecting Two-sided Printing Settings from the pop-upmenu o

2. Select the type of document you are printing as the Document Type setting. The softwareautomatically sets the Adjustments options for that document

Two-sided Printing OptionsLong-Edge bindingOrients double-sided printed pages to be bound on the long edge of the paper.Short-Edge bindingOrients doub

Image is Distorted or Blurry ... 298Image Colors

3. Select Color Options from the pop-up menu in the print window.Note: The available settings on the Color Options menu depend on the option you selec

Color Options SettingsManual SettingsLets you select manual color adjustments. Click the arrow next to Advanced Settings and selectsettings for Bright

You see a screen like this:4. Select any of the available printing preferences.5. Click OK.Printing Preferences - OS XParent topic: Printing with OS X

Permit temporary black printingAllows you to print using black ink when a color ink cartridge is expended.Automatic Cassette SwitchingAutomatically sw

Parent topic: Printing with OS XChecking Print Status - OS XDuring printing, you can view the progress of your print job, control printing, and check

Cancelling Printing Using a Product ButtonIf you need to cancel printing, press the Stop button on your product.Parent topic: Printing From a Computer

ScanningYou can scan original documents or photos and save them as digital files.Starting a ScanSelecting Epson Scan SettingsScanning with OS X Using

4. Select Scan.You see a screen like this:5. Select one of the following Scan to options:• Memory Device saves your scan file on a memory or USB devic

Parent topic: Starting a ScanRelated tasksUsing Epson Scan to CloudUsing PresetsRelated topicsPlacing Originals on the ProductAdding and Assigning Sca

5. Select the jobs that you want to assign to any of the pull-down menus, click OK, then click OK again.You can now use the added scan jobs when you s

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You see a window like this:2. Click the Scan icon.120

You see a window like this:Note: With OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, or 10.9, you can download and install Epson Scan scanningsoftware, which will provide add

• OS X: If you installed Epson Scan, close the Scan Settings window, open the Scan menu at thetop of the screen and select Displays the EPSON Scan Set

You see an Epson Scan window like this:Parent topic: Starting a ScanRelated tasksScanning with OS X Using Image Capture123

Related topicsPlacing Originals on the ProductSelecting Epson Scan SettingsStarting a Scan from a Scanning ProgramYou can start Epson Scan from a scan

You see an Epson Scan window like this:Note: Epson Scan may start in a different mode when you first access it.Parent topic: Starting a Scan125

Related topicsPlacing Originals on the ProductSelecting Epson Scan SettingsAfter starting Epson Scan, you can select settings in various modes to cust

Parent topic: Selecting Epson Scan SettingsScanning in Office ModeWhen you scan in Office Mode, Epson Scan automatically saves your scanned file in PD

You see this window:2. Select the Document Source setting indicating where you placed your original. To scan a 2-sideddocument in the ADF, select ADF-

3. Select the Size and Orientation settings that match your original.4. To scan both sides of a 2-sided original into one image, select a Stitch Image

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Scan Resolution GuidelinesRelated tasksSelecting Scan File SettingsScanning in Professional ModeAvailable Document Source Settings - Office ModeYou ca

1. In the Preview window, click the Auto Locate icon to create a marquee (dotted line) on thepreview image.2. Do the following, as necessary, to work

• To resize the scan area, place your cursor over the edge or corner of the marquee, then click anddrag the edges where you want them. (Hold down the

Available Image Adjustments - Office ModeYou can select these Image Adjustments options in Epson Scan Office Mode. Not all adjustment settingsmay be a

Skip Blank PagesEnsures that your product does not scan pages that contain no text or images.Edge FillCorrects shadowing around the edges of the image

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2. Select the Document Type setting that matches your original, such as Reflective for documents orphotos.3. Select the Document Source setting indica

Related conceptsImage Preview GuidelinesScan Resolution GuidelinesRelated tasksSelecting Scan File SettingsScanning in Office ModeAvailable Document S

You can also use the scan area to select specific Image Adjustments settings for a scanned image. Justbe sure to click inside the scan area before sel

• Thumbnail preview: Your scan area is selected automatically, but you can change it. Place yourcursor in one corner of the desired scan area, then cl

Product BasicsSee these sections to learn about the basic features of your product.Using the Control PanelProduct Parts LocationsUsing Eco Mode and Ot

• To resize the scan area, place your cursor over the edge or corner of the marquee, then click anddrag the edges where you want them. (Hold down the

Click the image adjustment icon to access additional settings.Click the + (Windows) or (OS X) icon next to a setting to change the level of adjustment

SaturationAdjusts the density of colors in the overall image.Color BalanceAdjusts the balance of colors in the overall image.Color PaletteProvides a g

A marquee (dotted line) appears on your preview image proportioned for the size you selected.3. Do the following, as necessary, to work with the selec

4. To create a scanned image size that is not available in the Target Size list, click the Customizeoption.5. Name the custom size, enter the size, cl

• Trimming: Turns automatic image cropping on or off.• Unlock icon: Unlocks the width/height proportions of the scanned image size so you can adjustit

• Fax: 200 dpiParent topic: Selecting Epson Scan SettingsSelecting Scan File SettingsYou can select the location, name, and format of your scan file o

The File Save Settings window may appear after you click Scan on the Epson Scan window. You mayalso be able to access the window by clicking the icon

• If you need to delete or reorder the scanned pages, click Edit page. Delete or reorder the pagesusing the icons that appear on the bottom of the edi

Show this dialog box before next scanSelect to have the File Save Settings window appear automatically before you scan.Open image folder after scannin

Control Panel Buttons and LightsNote: The illustrations in this manual show the WF-4630. The instructions apply to both the WF-4630and WF-4640 unless

4. Select the Scan Mode setting indicating where you placed your original (if available). Select anyother scan settings as necessary.150

Note: If you are scanning a multi-page document in the ADF, you can have Image Capture combineall the pages into a single document. After all pages ha

Scanning Special ProjectsYour product's scanning software offers various options to help you quickly complete special scanprojects.Scanning to a

2. Click the Scan icon.3. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use.Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro or Document Captur

Scanning Multi-Page Originals as Separate FilesYou can use Document Capture Pro (Windows only) to scan multi-page originals as separate scannedfiles.

4. Select any displayed scan settings you want to use.Note: See the Help information in Document Capture Pro for details.5. Click Scan.You see a previ

FaxingSee these sections to fax using your product.Note: This product allows you to store names, telephone numbers, and fax data in its memory evenwhe

1. Connect a phone cable to your telephone wall jack and to the LINE port on your product.Note: If you have a DSL or ISDN connection, you must connect

2 DSL filter3 DSL modemISDN connection (one phone number)1 ISDN wall jack2 Terminal adapter or ISDN router158

ISDN connection (two phone numbers)1 ISDN wall jack2 Terminal adapter or ISDN router2. If you are connecting a telephone or answering machine to your

Status Button InformationParent topic: Using the Control PanelStatus Icon InformationYour product may display status icons on the LCD screen for certa

3. Connect a second phone cable to your telephone or answering machine and to the EXT port on yourproduct.Note: If you connect an answering machine an

Setting Up Fax Features Using the Fax Utility - OS XParent topic: FaxingSetting Up Basic Fax FeaturesSee these sections to select the basic settings y

3. Scroll down and select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.4. Select Common Settings.5. Scroll down and select Co

2. Select Setup.3. Scroll down and select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.163

4. Select Common Settings.5. Select Date/Time Settings.You see a screen like this:6. Select Daylight Saving Time.7. Select the setting that applies to

• Summer: it is spring or summer and your region uses Daylight Saving Time (DST)Note: If your region uses Daylight Saving Time (DST), you must change

3. Scroll down and select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.4. Scroll down and select Fax Settings.5. Scroll down

10. On the Receive Mode Setting screen, do one of the following:• If you have connected an external telephone or answering machine to the product, sel

1. Press the home button, if necessary.2. Select Setup.3. Scroll down and select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary

You see a screen like this:8. Select Use.9. Select Access Code.10. Use the displayed keypad to enter the access code such as 9, and select OK.Parent t

Icons DescriptionNo Wi-Fi connection.A Wi-Fi network error has occurred or the product is searching for a connection.A Wi-Fi connection has been estab

2. Select Setup.3. Scroll down and select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.4. Scroll down and select Fax Settings

6. Select Rings to Answer.7. Select the number of rings, and select OK. Make sure to select a number higher than the number ofrings your answering mac

2. Select Setup.3. Scroll down and select System Administration. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.4. Scroll down and select Fax Settings

You see a screen like this:5. Select the group of settings you want to change.User Default Settings - FaxSend Settings - FaxReceive Settings - FaxOutp

Setting Options DescriptionDensity Auto Automatically adjusts the darkness of outgoingfaxes. Select this option when sending black-and-white text docu

Setting Options DescriptionSave Failure Data Off Saves faxes that failed to be sent in the product’smemory. You can resend the faxes from the product&

Output Settings - FaxSet the output options you want to use for incoming faxes.Note: If you select Save to Inbox, faxes are saved in the product'

Setting Options DescriptionCollation Stack On Select On to print incoming faxes so that the pagesare stacked in the correct page order. (When theOffpr

Setting Options DescriptionFax Speed Fast(33,600bps) Sets the speed at which you send and receive faxes.Medium(14,400bps)Slow(9,600bps)ECM On Turns on

Setting Options DescriptionDirect Dialing Off Does not restrict dialed fax numbers.RestrictionsOn Allows faxing only to numbers stored in the contacts

Setting a Password and Locking the Control PanelYou can set an administrator password to lock the following settings and prevent them from beingchange

You see this window:3. Select Fax Settings for Printer. (Select your product, if prompted.)180

You see this window:4. Select Fax Settings.5. Follow the prompts that appear on the screen to enter your fax header information and select yourfax set

• OS X 10.5: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax,select the FAX option for your product, and select Open

Setting Up Contacts Using the Product Control PanelYou can set up your contacts and contact groups using the control panel on your product.Note: Conta

3. Select Contacts. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.You see a screen like this:4. Select Menu.You see a screen like this:Note: You can

You see a screen like this:7. Select the Name field, use the displayed keyboard to enter the contact name (up to 30 characters),and press .8. Select t

You see a screen like this:3. Select Contacts. Enter the administrator password, if necessary.4. Select the contact you want to edit or delete.You see

• To edit the contact, select Edit, select the item you want to change, enter the correct information,and select . When you are finished editing, sele

You see a screen like this:Note: You can print your list of contacts and groups if necessary.5. Select Add Group.6. Select the number you want to use

8. Select the Index Word field, use the displayed keyboard to enter a word to use when searching for agroup (up to 30 characters), and press . (This f

You see a screen like this:6. Use the displayed keyboard to enter a password, and press .7. Enter your password again to confirm.8. Select OK.9. Selec

You see a screen like this, showing both individual contacts and contact groups:4. Select the group you want to edit.You see a screen like this:Note:

7. To add or delete a contact, select the number next to it.8. Select Save.Parent topic: Setting Up Contacts Using the Product Control PanelSetting Up

3. Select Fax Settings for Printer. (Select your product, if prompted.)You see this window:4. Select Speed Dial/Group Dial List.192

You see this window:5. Select an empty entry and click the icon.Note: To edit an entry, select it and click the icon. To delete an entry, select it an

Setting Up Speed/Group Dial Lists Using the Fax Utility - OS XYou can set up your speed dial and group dial lists using the FAX Utility. The utility a

You see this window:5. To add an entry, double-click an empty entry.Note: To edit an entry, select it and change the information. To delete an entry,

Sending FaxesSee these sections to send faxes using your product.Sending Faxes from the Product Control PanelSending Faxes Using the Fax Utility - Win

3. Select Fax.Note: To fax a double-sided document, place your document in the ADF and turn on the ADF 2-Sided setting. (You cannot fax double-sided d

5. If you need to change any fax settings, select Menu, select Fax Send Settings, and select yoursettings.6. If you want to preview your fax in black-

Note: You can also select these options in the User Default Settings menu.Setting Options DescriptionResolution Standard Adjusts the scan resolution a

Entering Characters on the LCD ScreenFollow these guidelines to enter characters for passwords and other settings.• To move the cursor, select or .• T

Setting Options DescriptionTransmission Report Print on Error Lets you select when to print transmission reports.PrintDo Not PrintParent topic: Sendin

6. Select Send Fax Later.7. Select On.8. Select Time, use the displayed keypad on the LCD screen to enter your desired time, and selectOK.9. Press one

3. Select Fax.4. Select Menu.5. Select Polling Send and select On.6. If you need to change any fax settings, select Menu, select Fax Send Settings, an

1. Place your original on the product for faxing.2. Press the home button, if necessary.3. Select Fax.4. Select Menu.5. Select Store Fax Data and sele

You see a screen like this:9. Select Job Monitor.10. Select Communication Job.11. Select the stored fax job you want to send.12. Select Send/View and

2. Press the home button, if necessary.3. Dial the fax number from the connected telephone. Speak to the recipient if necessary.4. Select Start Fax on

You see a window like this:2. Select your product with the FAX option as the printer.3. To change the Paper Size, Orientation, Color, Image Quality, o

If you’re faxing for the first time, you see a window like this one:6. Enter your sender information so that recipients can identify the origin of the

You see a window like this:7. Enter the recipient's name and fax number or select a recipient from the phonebook, then click Next.Note: For detai

2. Select the print command in your application.Note: You may need to select a print icon on your screen, the Print option in the File menu, oranother

You see a screen like this:3. Select Add New.4. Select the function for which you want to set up a preset.You see the main screen for that function, s

You see this window:7. Do one of the following to choose your recipient:• Select a name or group from the Recipient List.• Enter a name, company, and

You see this window:9. Select the Color and Image Quality settings you want to use for your fax.10. Click Fax.Parent topic: Sending FaxesReceiving Fax

Note: If you run out of paper during fax printing, load more paper and press the button indicated on yourproduct's LCD screen to continue.Parent

Related tasksReceiving Faxes AutomaticallyReceiving a Fax by PollingYou can use polling to receive a fax from another fax machine (such as a fax infor

1. Press the home button, if necessary.2. Check the icon on the LCD screen. It turns on if there are any unread or unprinted faxes in theproduct'

2. Do one of the following:• To check the status of currrent fax jobs, select Job Monitor, select Communication Job, andselect the fax job you want to

Related referencesOutput Settings - FaxFax Report OptionsSelect the fax report or list you want to print.Fax Settings ListPrint a list of the current

Using USB Flash Drives With Your ProductFollow the instructions here to work with a USB flash drive inserted into your product.Inserting a USB Flash D

1. If your product is connected to your computer using a USB cable, do one of the following:• Windows: Open the My Computer, Computer, or Windows Expl

You see a screen like this:Note: If you have more than 999 JPEG images on your device, the images are divided into groups,and you must first select th

You see a screen like this:6. Use the displayed keyboard to enter a name for the preset, and press .7. Select Save.When you copy, fax, or scan, you ca

Print Setting Options - Device ModePrinting TIFF FilesYou can select and print files in the TIFF format from a USB flash drive or other device.1. Pres

Photo Available options DescriptionadjustmentsettingsFix Photo On Automatically adjusts the brightness, contrast, and saturationof the photo based on

Print settings Available options DescriptionFit Frame On Automatically crops the photo to fit into the selected photolayoutOff Turns off automatic cro

5. Select Memory Device Interface.You see a screen like this:6. Make sure Memory Device is set to Enable.7. Select File Sharing.8. Select the way your

• OS X with a network connection: Select the hard drive icon on your desktop or select Computerfrom the Go menu, select your product in the SHARED sec

Replacing Ink Cartridges and Maintenance BoxesThe maintenance box stores ink that gets flushed from the system during print head cleaning. When anink

You see a screen like this:The ink and maintenance box levels are displayed at the bottom of the screen.Note: The displayed ink and maintenance box le

You see this window:2. Replace or reinstall the maintenance box or any ink cartridge as indicated on the screen.Note: If any of the cartridges install

You see this window:4. Deselect the See Low Ink Reminder alerts checkbox at the bottom of the screen.5. To disable promotional offers, deselect the Di

Checking Cartridge and Maintenance Box Status with OS XYou can check the status of your ink cartridges and maintenance box using a utility on your Mac

You see a screen like this:3. Scroll down and select System Administration.4. Select Common Settings.5. Scroll down and select Language.6. Select a la

3. Do the following as necessary:• You can update the ink cartridge and maintenance box status by clicking Update.• Replace or reinstall the maintenan

Ink color Part numberStandard-capacity High-capacityBlack 786 786XLCyan 786 786XLMagenta 786 786XLYellow 786 786XLParent topic: Purchase Epson Ink Car

4. Push the ink cartridge in, then pull it out of the slot.Note: Dispose of used cartridges carefully. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to

5. Remove the cartridge from the package.Caution: Do not touch the green chip on the cartridge. Install the new cartridge immediately afterremoving th

7. Insert the new cartridge into the holder and push it in until it clicks into place.8. Select Check on the LCD screen to make sure the cartridges ar

Caution: If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust andstore it in the same environment as the print

6. Select the Black/Grayscale checkbox.7. Click OK.8. Print your document.Epson Status Monitor 3 displays a print message.9. Click Print in Black to p

You see a screen like this:6. Select On as the Permit temporary black printing setting.7. Click OK.8. Close the utility window.9. Load plain paper or

Conserving Low Black Ink with WindowsThe following window appears when black ink runs low and there is more color ink.Note: The window appears only wh

2. Remove the new maintenance box from its package.Caution: Do not touch the green chip on the maintenance box.3. Press the buttons on the sides of th

You see a screen like this:3. Scroll down and select System Administration.4. Select Common Settings.5. Select Sound.6. Select Button Press.7. Press t

Warning: If ink gets on your skin, wash it thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes,flush them immediately with water. If ink gets i

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Adjusting Print QualityIf your print quality declines, you may need to run a utility to clean or align the print head.If running these utilities does

3. Select Setup.4. Select Maintenance.You see a screen like this:5. Select Print Head Nozzle Check.You see a screen like this:6. Press the Color butto

7. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines.Print head is cleanPrint head needs cleaning8. Do one of the following:• If there a

2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product.3. Do one of the following:• Windows: Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon i

6. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines.Print head is cleanPrint head needs cleaning7. If there are no gaps, click Finish.I

1. Make sure there are no errors on the LCD screen.2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product.3. Press the home button, if necessary.4. Select

7. Press the Color button to clean the print head.When the cleaning cycle is finished, you see a message on the screen.Caution: Never turn off the pro

You see a window like this:5. Click Start to begin the cleaning cycle.Note: Do not open the front cover during the cleaning cycle.Caution: Never turn

You see a screen like this:3. Scroll down and select System Administration.4. Select Common Settings.5. Select LCD Brightness.6. Adjust the screen bri

7. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines.Print head is cleanPrint head needs cleaning• If there are no gaps, click Finish.•

Aligning the Print Head Using the Product Control PanelAligning the Print Head Using a Computer UtilityParent topic: Adjusting Print QualityRelated co

You see a screen like this:7. Do one of the following:• If your printouts look blurry or vertical lines are misaligned, select Vertical Alignment.• If

• If you printed a horizontal alignment sheet, select the number representing the pattern with theleast amount of separation or overlap on the LCD scr

You see a window like this:6. Check the printed pattern and follow the instructions on the screen to choose the numberrepresenting the best printed pa

• After choosing each pattern number, click Next.• If no patterns are aligned in one or more of the sets, choose the closest one in each set and click

You see a screen like this:6. Scroll down and select Paper Guide Cleaning.7. Select the paper source to clean.8. Press the Color button.9. Check the b

Cleaning and Transporting Your ProductSee these sections if you need to clean or transport your product.Cleaning Your ProductTransporting Your Product

5. Clean the scanner glass and the glass area on the left with a soft, lint-free cloth (microfiber isrecommended), moistened with a little glass clean

Transporting Your ProductIf you need to ship your product or transport it a long distance, prepare it for transportation as describedhere.Caution: Dur

You see a screen like this:3. Scroll down and select System Administration.4. Select Common Settings.5. Scroll down and select Operation Time Out.6. S

Solving ProblemsCheck these sections for solutions to problems you may have using your product.Checking for Software UpdatesProduct Status MessagesSta

• OS X: You can manually update the software by opening the Applications > Epson Software folderand selecting EPSON Software Updater.Parent topic:

LCD screen message Condition/solutionCommunication error See the link below to the Error Code section in this manual.Authentication errorDNS errorReco

Code Condition/solution102 Collated printing has failed due to a lack of available memory. Reduce the size of the printjob or print one copy at a time

Code Condition/solution208 The fax could not be sent to some of the specified recipients.Print a fax log to check which recipients failed to receive t

Printing Fax ReportsRelated topicsSending FaxesWi-Fi or Wired NetworkingRunning a Product CheckRunning a product check helps you determine if your pro

You see a screen like this:7. Press the Color button.The nozzle pattern prints.8. Do one of the following, depending on the results of the product che

Resetting Control Panel DefaultsIf you have a problem with settings on the product control panel, you can reset them to their factorydefaults. You can

6. Select Yes to reset the selected settings. (Select No if you want to cancel the operation.)Parent topic: Solving ProblemsSolving Setup ProblemsChec

Related referencesWindows System RequirementsOS X System RequirementsSolving Network ProblemsCheck these solutions if you have problems setting up or

Product Parts - Top1 ADF cover2 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)3 Edge guide4 ADF input tray5 ADF output tray6 Paper cassette 17 Paper cassette cover (

obtain your product's MAC address, print a network status sheet. Then follow the instructions in yourrouter or access point documentation to add

2. Windows only: uninstall your product software.3. Initialize your router following the instructions in your router documentation.Note: If you are re

• Print a network status sheet and verify that the network settings are correct. If the network status isDisconnected, check any cable connections and

Cannot Scan Over a NetworkIf you cannot start Epson Scan for scanning over a network, try these solutions:• If you cannot scan from your product contr

Solving Copying ProblemsCheck these solutions if you have problems copying with your product.Product Makes Noise, But Nothing CopiesProduct Makes Nois

Paper Feeding ProblemsIf you have problems feeding paper, try these solutions:• If paper does not feed for printing, remove it from the rear feed slot

2. Open the front cover.3. Remove any paper inside, including torn pieces.4. Close the front cover.276

5. If any jammed paper remains near the output tray, carefully remove it.6. Follow the prompts on the LCD screen to clear any error messages. If you s

4. Carefully remove any paper jammed inside the product.5. Carefully follow all paper loading instructions and reload the paper.6. Keep the cassette f

Paper Jam Problems in the Duplexer (Rear Cover)Paper Jam Problems in the Duplexer (Rear Cover)If paper has jammed in the duplexer, follow the steps he

1 Edge guides2 Paper stopper3 Output tray extension4 Output tray5 Edge guides6 Rear paper feed slot7 Feeder guard28

4. Remove any jammed paper from the duplexer.5. Press the buttons on the rear cover as you reattach it.6. Follow the prompts on the LCD screen to clea

Document Jams in the Automatic Document FeederIf you have problems with document jams in the automatic document feeder (ADF), follow the steps hereto

5. Close the ADF cover open, then raise the document cover.6. Carefully remove any jammed pages.7. Lower the document cover.282

8. Raise the ADF input tray.9. Carefully remove any jammed pages.10. Lower the ADF input tray.11. Reload your originals.Caution: Make sure you do not

Related referencesPaper Jam Problems Inside the ProductPaper Jam Problems in the CassettePaper Jam Problems in the Duplexer (Rear Cover)Paper Ejection

• Make sure any interface cables are connected securely at both ends.• If you connected your product to a USB hub, make sure it is a first-tier hub. I

• Windows XP: Click Start and select Printers and Faxes. (Or open the Control Panel, selectPrinters and Other Hardware, if necessary, and Printers and

• Windows: Click the Maintenance tab, select Extended Settings, and select the following settings:• High Speed Copies• Always Spool RAW Datatype• Page

Note: Leave these options turned on when you print on Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper, ifavailable for your product.Parent topic: Solving Page

• Make sure you selected the correct margins for your paper size in your printing program.• Make sure your paper is positioned correctly for feeding i

1 Document cover2 Scanner glass3 Control panel4 USB Type A port for external devicesParent topic: Product Parts LocationsProduct Parts - Inside29

Incorrect Image Size or PositionIf your printed image is the wrong size or in the wrong position, try these solutions:• Make sure you selected the cor

Blurry or Smeared PrintoutFaint Printout or Printout Has GapsGrainy PrintoutIncorrect ColorsParent topic: Solving ProblemsWhite or Dark Lines in Print

• Make sure your paper meets the specifications for your product.• Use Epson papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine Epson inks.•

Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - OS XFaint Printout or Printout Has GapsIf your printouts are faint or have gaps, try these solutions:• Run

• Run a nozzle check to see if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. Then clean the print head, ifnecessary.• Align the print head.• You may need

• Your printed colors can never exactly match your on-screen colors. However, you can use a colormanagement system to get as close as possible. Try us

Note: With OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, or 10.9, in addition to scanning with Image Capture, you candownload and install Epson Scan scanning software. Epson

Note: With OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, or 10.9, in addition to scanning with Image Capture, you candownload and install Epson Scan scanning software. Epson

Related referencesAvailable Image Adjustments - Office ModeRelated topicsPlacing Originals on the ProductLine of Dots Appears in All Scanned ImagesIf

• Increase the Resolution setting.Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality ProblemsRelated topicsSelecting Epson Scan SettingsImage Colors are Patc

ContentsWF-4630/WF-4640 User's Guide...

1 Ink cartridge slots2 Front cover3 Print headParent topic: Product Parts LocationsProduct Parts - Back1 Line port2 EXT port3 USB port4 LAN port5 Serv

Parent topic: Solving Scanned Image Quality ProblemsRelated topicsSelecting Epson Scan SettingsScanned Image Colors Do Not Match Original ColorsPrinte

Scanned Image Edges are CroppedIf the edges of a scanned image are cropped, make sure your original is placed correctly for scanning. Ifnecessary, mov

• Make sure the error correction mode (ECM) setting is turned on if you are trying to send or receive acolor fax.• If your telephone line uses call wa

When to Uninstall Your Product SoftwareIf you have a problem that requires you to uninstall and re-install your software, follow the instructions fory

5. Do one of the following to uninstall Epson Scan, then follow any on-screen instructions:• Windows 8.x, Windows 7, or Windows Vista: Select EPSON Sc

Internet SupportVisit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for solutions tocommon problems. You can d

Technical SpecificationsThese sections list the technical specifications for your product.Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life produ

Note: Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for thelatest in compatibility and drivers for your

Scanning SpecificationsScanner type Flatbed, colorPhotoelectric device CISEffective pixels 10200 × 14040 pixels at 1200 dpi; scanning area may be rest

Parent topic: Technical SpecificationsFax SpecificationsFax type Walk-up black-and-white and color fax capability (ITU-T SuperGroup 3)Supported lines

Using Eco Mode and Other Power Saving SettingsYour product enters sleep mode automatically and turns off the LCD screen if it is not used for a period

reduce print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to ahigher grade of paper.Single-sheetsSizeB5 (7.2 × 10

Single sheets1 Top: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum2 Left: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum3 Right: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum4 Bottom: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimumEnvelop

1 Left: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum; 1.89 inches (48 mm) recommended2 Bottom: 0.20 inch (5 mm) minimum3 Top: 0.20 inch (5 mm) minimum4 Right: 0.12 inch (

Dimension SpecificationsHeight WF-4630:Stored: 13.5 inches (342 mm)Printing: 15.1 inches (383 mm)WF-4640:Stored: 16.6 inches (422 mm)Printing: 18.2 in

Power consumption WF-4630:(with USB connection) Standalone copying: 20 W (ISO/IEC24712)Ready mode: 7.5 WSleep mode: 1.8 WPower off mode: 0.3 WWF-4640:

Note: Epson cannot guarantee the operation of externally connected devices. External storage devicesthat are powered via USB are not recommended. Use

Parent topic: Technical SpecificationsSafety and Approvals SpecificationsUnited States Safety: UL60950-1EMC: FCC part 15 Subpart B class BCanada Safet

NoticesCheck these sections for important notices about your product.Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to eps

• Place the product on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond its base in all directions. It will notoperate properly if it is tilted or at an ang

• Before transporting the product, make sure that the print head is in the home (far right) position andthe ink cartridges are in place.• When storing

4. Select Configure.5. Change any settings as necessary.6. Select OK to exit.Parent topic: Using Eco Mode and Other Power Saving SettingsChanging the

• After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room temperaturefor at least three hours before using it.• S

Parent topic: General Product Safety InstructionsFCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules

If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that youdisconnect the equipment until the problem is res

WARNINGThe connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCCCertification or Declaration of this device

This printer product includes software developed by the OpenSSL project for use in the OpenSSLToolkit (http://www.openssl.org/).This product includes

Net-SNMP licenseThis printer product includes the open source software program "Net-SNMP" which applies the termsand conditions provided by

This printer product includes the open source software program "OpenLDAP 2.4.30" which applies theterms and conditions provided by owner of

Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from electromagneticinterference that occurs from the use of any interface c

Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson ProductsThis product will enter sleep mode after a period of nonuse. This is to ensure that the pro

• Press the number of minutes on the LCD screen, select the number of minutes from the on-screenkeypad, then press .7. Select OK.Parent topic: Using E

Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and MoreYou can print documents, photos, emails, and web pages from your home, office, or even acros

2. Visit epson.com/connect to learn more about Epson iPrint and check the compatibility of your mobiledevice.3. Download Epson iPrint from the Apple A

5. Click Add, then follow the instructions on the screen to create your destination list.6. When you're ready to scan, select the setting for the

2. Print a network status sheet.3. Locate your product's IP address on the network status sheet.4. Enter the IP address into the address bar of a

Wi-Fi or Wired NetworkingSee these sections to use your product on a Wi-Fi or wired network.Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode SetupWi-Fi Direct Mode SetupWi-F

3 Computer with a wireless interface4 Computer5 Internet6 Ethernet cable (used only for wired connection to the wireless router or access point)Select

Selecting Wireless Network Settings From the Control Panel ... 39Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup ...

4. Select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard.Note: If you need to disable the wireless network to set up your product on an Ethernet network,scroll down and select Di

7. Press when you finish entering your password and select Proceed.8. Confirm the displayed network settings and select OK to save them.Note: If you n

Wi-Fi Direct Mode SetupYou can set up your product to communicate directly with your computer or another device withoutrequiring a wireless router or

Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired NetworkingEnabling Wi-Fi Direct ModeYou can enable Wi-Fi Direct mode to allow direct communication between your product a

7. Enter your Wi-Fi Direct password.Note: Your password must be at least 8 and no more than 22 characters long.• Press or to move the cursor.• Press t

You see a screen like this:9. Scroll down to view the SSID (Wi-Fi network name) and password.10. Use your computer or wireless device to select the Wi

Using WPS to Connect to a NetworkParent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired NetworkingUsing WPS to Connect to a NetworkIf you have a WPS-enabled wireless router or

If the network connection is successful, the Wi-Fi icon in the upper-right corner of the LCD screen islit as shown.Parent topic: Wi-Fi Protected Setup

You see a screen like this:3. Select Network Status.4. Select Wi-Fi/Network Status.You see a screen like this:Note: If you are connected to a wireless

Examine the settings shown on the network status sheet to diagnose any problems you have.Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired NetworkingChanging or Updating N

Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows ... 79Paper Source Options

1. Do one of the following:• If you want to use only a Wi-Fi connection, disconnect the USB cable from your product. WithWindows, also uninstall your

2. Download your product software from the Epson website, or install it from the CD that came withyour product using the instructions on the Start Her

Loading PaperBefore you print, load paper for the type of printing you will do.Loading Paper in the CassetteLoading Paper and Envelopes in the Rear Pa

2. Pull out the paper cassette. If you are loading paper in cassette 2 (WF-4640), remove the papercassette cover.3. Slide the edge guides outward.Note

4. Set the front edge guide to the paper size you are using.5. Load a stack of paper, printable side down, against the edge guide as shown.Note: Make

6. Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too tightly. If you are loading paper in cassette 2(WF-4640), reattach the paper cassette cover.No

9. Extend the output tray and open the paper stopper.Note: If you are using legal-size or longer paper, do not open the paper stopper. Do not remove o

1. Extend the output tray and open the paper stopper.Note: If you are using legal-size or longer paper, do not open the paper stopper.2. Pull up the p

3. Flip the feeder guard forward, then slide the edge guides outward.4. If you are inserting a stack of paper, fan the sheets first and tap the stack

5. Do one of the following:• Insert paper, glossy or printable side up and short edge first, in the center of the tray.Caution: To prevent paper feedi

Cancelling Printing Using a Product Button... 115Scanning ...

6. Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too tightly.7. Select the size and type of paper you just loaded in the Paper Setup menu.Always fo

Paper Loading CapacityPaper type Loading capacity - paper Loading capacity - rear papercassette feed slotPlain paper 250 sheets 80 sheetsLetter (8.5 ×

Paper type Loading capacity - paper Loading capacity - rear papercassette feed slotEpson Premium Presentation Paper — 20 sheetsMatteEpson Premium Pres

Paper Type Size Part number Sheet countEpson Presentation Paper Matte Letter (8.5 × 11 inches S041062 100[216 × 279 mm])Legal (8.5 × 14 inches S041067

Paper Type Size Part number Sheet countEpson Premium Photo Paper 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S041982 40Semi-glossLetter (8.5 × 11 inches S041331 20[21

You see a screen like this:5. Select Paper Size.6. Select the paper size you loaded.7. Select Paper Type.8. Select the paper type you loaded.9. Select

For this paper Select this Paper Type or Media Type settingLetterhead paper LetterheadRecycled paper RecycledColor paper ColorPreprinted paper Preprin

Note: These settings can be locked by an administrator. If you can't access these settings, contact youradministrator for assistance.1. Press the

4. Select Printer Settings.5. Select the Paper Source Settings options you want to use.6. Select one of these Auto Error Resolver options:• Turn on th

Note: These settings can be locked by an administrator. If you can't access these settings, contact youradministrator for assistance.1. Press the

Setting Up Basic Fax Features ... 161Selecting Your C

4. Select Universal Print Settings.5. Adjust the settings as necessary.6. When you are finished, press the home button to return to the Home screen.Un

Placing Originals on the ProductFollow the instructions here to place your original documents or photos on the product.Caution: Do not place anything

Related topicsCopyingScanningFaxingPlacing Originals in the Automatic Document FeederYou can place multi-page original documents in the Automatic Docu

3. Insert the originals into the ADF faceup and top-edge first.The ADF icon on the control panel lights up.4. Slide the ADF edge guide against the ori

Note: If you are copying two originals onto one sheet, make sure the originals are loaded as shown:Parent topic: Placing Originals on the ProductRelat

CopyingSee the information here to copy documents or photos using your product.Note: Copies may not be exactly the same size as your originals.Copying

6. Change any of the displayed settings as necessary.7. Select Settings to view and change additional copy settings, if necessary. Then press the back

Copying option Available settings DescriptionLayout With Border Leaves a small margin around the image or document2-up Copy Copies multiple page docum

Copying option Available settings DescriptionRemove Shadow Off Select On to erase the shadows that appear in the center ofa document when copying a bo

Printing From a ComputerBefore printing from your computer, make sure you have set up your product and installed its softwareas described on the Start

Receiving Faxes... 211Fax

3. If necessary, select your product name as the printer you want to use.Note: You may also need to select Properties or Preferences to view your prin

7. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Paper Type setting.Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check the paper type

CassetteSelects the paper in the cassette as the paper source.Rear Paper Feed SlotSelects the paper in the rear feed slot as the paper source.WF-4640A

2-Up and 4-UpPrints 2 or 4 pages on one sheet of paper. Click the Page Order button to select page layout andborder options.2×1 Poster, 2×2 Poster, 3×

You see this window:4. Select the double-sided printing options you want to use.5. Click OK to return to the Main tab.6. Click the Print Density butto

You see this window:7. Select the type of document you are printing as the Document Type setting. The softwareautomatically sets the Adjustments optio

Binding Margin OptionsSelect options that define a wider margin to allow for binding.Start PageSelects whether printing starts on the front or back pa

Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - WindowsYou can select a variety of additional layout and printing options for your document or photo o

• Select Custom and click the Advanced button to manually adjust the color correction settings orturn off color management in your printer software.•

Custom Color Correction Options - WindowsYou can select any of the available options in the Color Correction window to customize the image colorsfor y

Replacing the Maintenance Box... 238Adjusting Prin

ICMLets you manage color using installed color printing profiles.No Color AdjustmentTurns off color management in your printer software so you can man

Note: These settings are not saved with your document.You can select to print the following information, which comes from the Windows Control Panel on

You see the available Printing Presets on the left:2. Place your cursor over one of the Printing Presets to view its list of settings.3. Use any of th

Selecting Extended Settings - WindowsYou can select additional settings that apply to all the print jobs you send to your product.1. Access the Window

You see this window:5. Select any of the extended settings to customize your print.6. Click OK to close the Extended Settings window.7. Click OK to cl

Page Rendering ModeIncreases print speed when printing is extremely slow or the print head stops during printing.Print as BitmapIncreases print speed

You see your application's Print window, such as this one:2. Click OK or Print to start printing.Parent topic: Printing with WindowsSelecting Def

You see the printer settings window:3. Select the print settings you want to use as defaults in all your Windows programs.4. Click OK.These settings a

3. Click the Maintenance tab.You see the maintenance options:4. Select the language you want to use as the Language setting.5. Click OK to close the p

You see this window:3. Do one of the following:• To change how often the software checks for updates, select a setting in the Check every menu.• To di