Printing on CDs and DVDs

Your RX580 includes a special tray that lets you print your photos directly on ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs—without using a computer.

You can also use the Epson Print CD software that came with your RX580 to add text and modify your designs with a variety of special effects. For instructions on using Epson Print CD on your computer, see your on-screen User’s Guide.

Caution:

Use only ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs for printing. Thermal-printable and standard CDs and DVDs should not be used with the RX580. You can print directly on standard-size 12-cm CDs without a computer, and on both standard CDs and 8-cm mini CDs with your computer.

Follow the steps in these sections to print on CDs and DVDs:

■“Measuring Your CDs/DVDs” below

■“Inserting a CD or DVD” on page 46

■“Printing Photos on a CD or DVD” on page 48

■“Copying onto a CD/DVD” on page 51

■“Returning the Front Tray to the Paper Position” on page 54

■“Printing a CD/DVD Jewel Case Insert” on page 55

Measuring Your CDs/DVDs

Before you print on CDs or DVDs, you need to measure the printable surface of the discs you are printing on. You can then set the inner (hub) and outer dimensions before you print. This prevents ink stains on the CD/DVD tray, which might be caused by printing on the non-coated areas of the CD or DVD.

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