Epson 4600 Operations Instructions

Quick ReferenceBasic Copying, Printing, and ScanningMaintaining Your CX4600Solving ProblemsCPD-18250R14049976-01XXX CX4600.book Page 1 Friday, May 2

10 Copying a Photo or DocumentMaking 10 or More CopiesIf you want to make 10 or more copies at a time, press the Copy button until you see “–” in the

Using the Computer to Copy 113. Open EPSON Smart Panel. Windows: Select EPSON Smart Panel from the desktop or click Start > All Programs or Program

12 Copying a Photo or DocumentRestoring Color in Faded Photos1. From the Copy Utility screen, click the Source Type box. You see this screen:2. Choose

13Printing From a Memory CardThe CX4600 lets you print photos directly from your digital camera’s memory card; just plug it into the CX4600’s memory c

14 Printing From a Memory CardThe CX4600 supports image files that meet the following requirements:* DCF is the “Design rule for Camera File system” s

Printing an Index Sheet to Select Photos 153. Make sure the memory card light is off and that no cards are in any of the slots. Then insert your card

16 Printing From a Memory CardPrinting the Index Sheet1. Make sure your CX4600 is not connected to your computer (or your computer is turned off). 2.

Printing an Index Sheet to Select Photos 172. Place the index sheet face-down on the glass, in the upper left corner, so that the top of the sheet is

18 Printing From a Memory CardPrinting All Photos or DPOF PhotosFollow the steps below to print one copy of each photo on the card or to print only th

19Printing From Your ComputerThis section describes the basic steps for printing a photo or document stored on your Windows or Macintosh computer. Not

2ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20 Printing From Your Computer4. Make sure EPSON Stylus CX4600 series is selected, then click the Preferences or Properties button.(If you see a Setup

Printing in Windows 216. For more printing options, click the Advanced button. Then select the following settings as necessary:Note: For more informat

22 Printing From Your ComputerPrinting With Macintosh OS XIf you’re using an OS X-compatible application, follow the steps below to print. (If you’re

Printing With Macintosh OS X 236. Choose Print Settings from the pull-down list and select the following settings as necessary:Note: For more informat

24 Printing From Your Computer8. Click the Advanced button to change these settings:Note: For more information on advanced settings, or instructions o

Using Special Papers 25Using Special PapersFor the best results, use the following special Epson papers. To order, contact your dealer or call the Eps

26Scanning a Photo or DocumentYou can use the CX4600 to scan a photo or document and save it on your computer or other device, or to fax or e-mail it

Scanning a Photo or Document 27Note: If you need to scan a thick document, you can remove the document cover. See page 7.2. Close the cover gently so

28 Scanning a Photo or DocumentYou see one of the following screens:5. Click the Preview button. After a moment, your image appears in the Preview win

29Maintaining Your CX4600If you notice a decline in print quality, follow the instructions in this chapter for: “Checking the Print Head Nozzles and

3IntroductionAfter you have set up your Epson Stylus® CX4600 as described on the Start Here sheet, turn here to: Load paper Make a quick copy of a d

30 Maintaining Your CX4600Cleaning the Print HeadIf your printouts are unexpectedly light or faint, or you notice light or dark bands across your prin

Replacing Ink Cartridges 31Replacing Ink CartridgesWhen the red B ink light starts flashing, one or more cartridges are low on ink.When the red B ink

32 Maintaining Your CX46003. Press and release the B ink button. The ink cartridge holder moves to the check position and the On and B ink lights flas

Replacing Ink Cartridges 335. Open the cartridge cover and squeeze the tab at the back of the empty/low cartridge and lift it straight out. Dispose of

34 Maintaining Your CX46007. Place the new ink cartridge into the cartridge holder and push it down until it clicks into place.8. Replace any other ca

Replacing Ink Cartridges 3511. Press the B ink button. The CX4600 begins charging ink and the On light starts flashing. This takes about one minute. W

36Solving ProblemsIf you have a problem with your Stylus CX4600, check the lights on the control panel and the number or letter in the Copy window to

Error Indicators 37Error: FlashingPrint Index Sheet, Print From Index Sheet, and Print All/DPOF:Flashing1 A memory card is inserted that is not suppo

38 Solving ProblemsProblems and SolutionsCheck the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your CX4600.Copying Problems Make sure your origina

Problems and Solutions 39Print Quality ProblemsIf you have any problems with the copy or print quality, try these solutions: Make sure the document i

4Loading PaperFollow the steps below to load letter-size or 4 × 6-inch paper in your CX4600. (See the Reference Guide for instructions on loading othe

40 Solving ProblemsWhere To Get HelpEpson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone

41NoticesImportant Safety InstructionsBefore using your CX4600, read and follow these safety instructions: Be sure to follow all warnings and instruc

42 Notices Turn off and unplug the CX4600 before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on it. Always turn the CX4600 off using

ENERGY STAR Compliance 43 Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could result in damage to the print head. Do not touch the

44 Noticesparticular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the

Epson America, Inc., Limited Warranty 45be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required by

46 NoticesWhat This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty does not apply to refurbished or reconditioned products. This warranty covers only normal u

Copyright Notice 47Copyright NoticeAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in

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Loading Paper 54. Insert the paper, printable side up, against the right edge guide. Always load it short edge first, even for landscape printing.You

6Copying a Photo or DocumentFollow the instructions in this section to: Position your photo or document correctly on the glass (see below) Make simp

Placing the Original on the Glass 72. Close the cover gently so you don’t move the original.Caution: Never open the document cover beyond where it sto

8 Copying a Photo or DocumentSimple CopyingYou can make simple copies using either letter-size (8.5 × 11-inch) or 4 × 6-inch paper as described below.

Simple Copying 9Copying a Photo1. Make sure the CX4600 is turned on.2. Place the photo on the glass as described on page 6. Be sure to close the docum