Macintosh
1 Make sure your printer is on, then turn on your Macintosh. When you |
see your Macintosh icons, put the EPSON |
or DVD drive. |
Installing Optional Software for Macintosh
1 | Select | EPSON Installer in your EPSON |
2 | Click Install Photo Software. Select the software you want to install | |
You don’t see the Found Make sure your printer is on and the USB cable
New Hardware screen is securely connected to your printer’s USB port.
Viewing Your Manual
To view your printer manual, just
2 Select the EPSON |
and follow the |
when you install the Windows printer software.
If you still don’t see the screen, pull the USB
If you did not install your manual, follow the steps below to install it:
| Then | EPSONInstaller in your |
3 | Read the license agreement and click Agree. | |
4 | At the Main Menu, click Install | |
| Printer Driver. |
|
Click here
Click here
cable out of the computer’s USB port and reinsert it.
Windows
1Put the EPSON
2Click Install Printer Manual.
Macintosh
5 | Follow the |
| restart your Macintosh. (You may need to enter your administrator |
| password.) |
6 | After your Macintosh restarts, register your printer with EPSON as |
| instructed (except with Mac® OS X). |
3 | When you return to the Main Menu, click Install Printer Manual to copy |
| the ES C44 Manual icon to your desktop. (Then whenever you want to |
| view the manual, just |
4 | When you’re done, click Exit to close the Main Menu. |
5 | Mac OS X only: Register your printer with EPSON as instructed. |
6 | Remove the |
The red 
error light is on (nothing prints).
If paper is out, load more paper and press the 
maintenance button to resume printing.
If paper is jammed, press the 
maintenance button to eject it.
If the paper doesn’t eject, turn off the printer, open the cover, and pull the paper out from the front. Then reload paper, turn the printer
on, and press the 
maintenance button.
1Put the EPSON
2Select the EPSON
Then
3Click Install Printer Manual.
7 | To complete installation, follow the steps below for your Mac OS. |
Mac OS 8.5.1 to 9.x
Open the Chooser in the Apple ® menu, then select these options:
•C44 Series
•Your USB port
•Background printing (on or off)
Then close the Chooser and install your optional programs, as described in the next column.
Mac OS X 10.1.x and above
Open the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder and select
Print Center.
If Stylus C44 already appears in the printer list, close Print Center and install your optional programs, as described in the next column.
If Stylus C44 doesn’t appear, make sure your printer is connected and turned on. Then click Add or Add Printer, and select these options:
•EPSON USB at the top of the screen
•Stylus C44 below
7 | Mac OS X only: Restart your Macintosh in OS 9, then repeat the steps |
| in the “Macintosh” section to install the Mac OS 9 printer driver and |
| optional software for your Macintosh Classic applications. |
You’re ready to start printing! For instructions,
Replacing Ink Cartridges
Black cartridge: | Color cartridge: |
T036120 | T037020 |
Caution: To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and don’t refill them. Other products may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSON’s warranty.
Low ink The red 
error light flashes and a status screen appears telling you which cartridge is low.
Empty cartridge The 
error light stays lit and the empty cartridge is indicated on the screen; you must replace it to continue printing.
1Open the printer cover and press the 
maintenance button
for 6 seconds. The print head moves to the cartridge’s replacement position. (If both cartridges need replacement, the print head moves to the black cartridge position first.)
2Lift the ink cartridge clamp and remove the cartridge.
3Unpack the new ink cartridge and remove the yellow tape only.
4Insert the new cartridge.
5Press down on the
Paper jams frequently. | Use new, smooth, |
Don’t load paper | Don’t load paper above the arrow mark |
above this mark | inside the left edge guide. |
| Place the paper against the right edge |
| behind the tabs. Slide the left edge guide |
| against it, but not too tightly. |
For more solutions to problems, see your
Getting Help
EPSON provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services listed below:
World Wide Web
From the Internet, you can reach EPSON Support at http://support.epson.com. Here you can download drivers and other files, look at product documentation and troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through
Automated Telephone Services
A variety of automated help services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To use these services, you must have a touch tone telephone and call
(800)
Buying Ink and Paper
Use genuine EPSON inks and paper to get the best results from your EPSON printer! You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, and accessories from your local retailer or from the EPSON StoreSM at (800)
or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800)
Here are three EPSON papers designed to work with your printer:
Premium Bright White Paper delivers crisp black text and vivid, colorful images. It’s perfect for everyday printing.
Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper is a bright white paper with a smooth matte finish. It’s perfect for newsletters, proposals, and presentations.
Glossy Photo Paper is a heavier weight glossy paper that delivers photo lab quality. It’s perfect for color photo keepsakes.
EPSON and EPSON Stylus are registered trademarks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. SoundAdvice and EPSON Store are service marks of Epson America, Inc.
General Notice: Other product names are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 2003 by Epson America, Inc. 
Printed on recycled paper. 4/03
Printed in XXX |
cartridge clamp until it
Don’t touch
Click Add, then close Print Center and install your optional programs, as described in the next column.
Note: You can also add a driver supplying the Minimize Margins feature; see your
the green
clicks shut.
part
6Press the 
maintenance button. (If the other cartridge needs replacement, the print head moves into loading position. Repeat steps 2 through 6.) Then close the printer cover.
7Wait until ink charging is finished (the green 
power light stops
flashing and the 
error light goes out).