Using Special Papers

How can you get the best-looking photos, most vivid colors, and sharpest text? Always use EPSON’s ink jet papers. Instructions for printing on them are given below.

For instructions on using other EPSON papers, see the electronic Reference Guide, as described on page 3. For a list of EPSON papers and ordering information, see the inside back cover.

EPSON Matte Paper - Heavyweight

EPSON Matte Paper - Heavyweight has a professional-looking, flat matte finish for printing photos and graphics on a non-glossy surface. This paper type is recommended for longer-lasting prints; it has a lightfastness rating of up to 25 years when displayed under glass. Load up to 20 sheets as described on page 7, including a support sheet beneath the stack. Before printing, select Matte Paper - Heavyweight as the Media Type setting.

EPSON Photo Paper

EPSON Photo Paper lets you print photographs that look like the ones you get from film processing. When using EPSON Photo Paper:

■Always load the paper with the whiter (glossier) side facing up.

■Load up to 20 sheets of 4 ⋅ 6-inch, letter-size, or A4-size Photo Paper, or 1 sheet of Panoramic paper. Use a support sheet if it is included in the paper package.

■Select Photo Paper as the Media Type setting.

■Store prints in a resealable plastic bag or other airtight covering and protect them from heat, humidity, and direct sunlight. Return unused paper to the original package as soon as you finish printing.

Display your photo paper print in an album or glass frame to maximize its life.

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