172Solving Problems

Print quality problems (continued)

Problem

Solution

 

 

The bottom edge of

• The paper is curled toward the printable side. Flatten the paper or curl it toward the

your print is smeared.

other side.

 

• Make sure the Media Type setting in your printer software is correct for the media

 

you’re printing on.

 

• If you’re printing on non-EPSON media, you may need to adjust the paper thickness

 

setting or drying time. Use your printer software (page 102 for Macintosh or

 

page 120 for Windows) to choose the correct setting. When you’re done printing

 

with a custom paper profile, be sure to return the setting to standard (STD).

 

• If printing on thick paper, the platen gap setting may be incorrect. Use the control

 

panel to change the setting to WIDE or WIDER. See page 81 for instructions.