Print Quality Problems
You see banding (light lines).■The print head nozzles may need cleaning; see page 44 for instructions.
■Select a higher print quality and turn off High Speed mode; see page 15 (Windows) or page 19 (Macintosh) for instructions.
■Make sure the Type or Media Type setting matches the paper you loaded; see page 21 for guidelines.
■Make sure the printable side of the paper is
■The ink cartridges may need replacing; see page 46 for instructions.
■Make sure you’re using genuine Epson ink cartridges and you use them within six months after you open the packages.
■If you have a Macintosh, try using Automatic mode; see page 18 for instructions.
■Align the print head; see page 53 for instructions.
Your printout is blurry or smeared.■Make sure your paper isn’t damp or curled, or loaded face down (the printable side should be face up).
■Make sure your paper is not damaged, dirty, or too old.
■Make sure the Type or Media Type setting
matches the paper you loaded; see page 21 for guidelines.
■Use a support sheet with special paper or load your paper one sheet at a time.
■Make sure your paper meets the specifications listed in the
■Use Epson papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine Epson inks.
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