Miscellaneous Printout Problems
The margins are incorrect.
■Make sure the paper settings in your printer software are correct for your paper size. See the electronic Reference Guide (as described on page 3) for instructions.
■Check your software documentation for instructions on selecting the correct margins for your paper size. The margins must be within the printable area of the page. See “Printer Specifications” in your electronic Reference Guide (as described on page 3) for details.
You see incorrect characters.
■Make sure the interface cable is securely connected and that the cable meets the system requirements on page 57 and page 58. Then try printing again.
■Make sure your printer is selected in your application, or as the Windows default printer or the current printer in the Macintosh Chooser.
■If you’re using a switch box with your printer, connect the printer directly to your computer and try printing again.
The image size or position is incorrect.
Make sure the paper and/or layout options are set correctly. See your electronic Reference Guide (as described on page 3) for more information.
The image is inverted, as if viewed in a mirror.
Turn off Flip Horizontal in the printer software or the mirror setting in your application software. (If you’re printing on EPSON
The printer prints blank pages.
■Make sure the paper settings in the printer software are correct for your paper size. See your electronic Reference Guide (as described on page 3) for instructions.
■The print head nozzles may need cleaning; see page 35 for instructions.
You see ink smears near the edge of the page.
■Extend the output tray completely to ensure the paper lies flat when printing. This prevents the paper from rubbing against the print head.
■If you are using BorderFree printing (no margins setting) or using the maximum area setting, use a heavier paper such as Photo Paper or Premium Glossy Photo Paper.
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