Epson WF-100 Betriebsanweisung

WF-100 User's Guide

Product BasicsSee these sections to learn about the basic features of your product.Using the Control PanelProduct Parts LocationsBattery ChargingThe P

You see this screen:3. Press the arrow buttons to select Maintenance and press the OK button.4. Press the arrow buttons to select Nozzle Check and pre

6. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines.Print head is cleanPrint head needs cleaning7. Do one of the following:• If there a

If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head up to 2 times, turn the product off and waitat least 6 hours. Then try cleaning the pri

You see a window like this:4. Click Print.103

5. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines.Print head is cleanPrint head needs cleaning6. If there are no gaps, click Finish.I

Related conceptsPrint Head CleaningRelated topicsReplacing Ink Cartridges and Maintenance BoxesPrint Head CleaningIf print quality has declined and th

3. Press the arrow buttons to select Maintenance and press the OK button.4. Press the arrow buttons to select Head Cleaning and press the OK button.Yo

2. Do one of the following:• Windows: Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar.• OS X: In the Apple menu or

6. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines.Print head is cleanPrint head needs cleaning• If there are no gaps, click Finish.•

Parent topic: Print Head CleaningRelated tasksChecking the Nozzles Using a Computer UtilityRemoving and Installing Ink CartridgesPrint Head AlignmentI

5The cancel button; stops printing or returns to the previous screenParent topic: Using the Control PanelThe LCD Screen1 Color Adjustment icon2 Plain

4. Press the arrow buttons to select Head Alignment and press the OK button.You see this screen:5. Press the arrow buttons to select Vertical Alignmen

Horizontal alignment8. Press the OK button when you are finished.Parent topic: Print Head AlignmentAligning the Print Head Using a Computer UtilityYou

You see a window like this:5. Check the printed pattern and follow the instructions on the screen to choose the numberrepresenting the best printed pa

Horizontal alignment• After choosing each pattern number, click Next.• If no patterns are aligned in one or more of the sets, choose the closest one i

You see this screen:3. Press the arrow buttons to select Maintenance and press the OK button.4. Press the arrow buttons to select Paper Guide Cleaning

Transporting and Cleaning Your ProductFollow the instructions in these sections to transport your product or clean it if necessary.Carrying and Transp

4. If you need to ship the product, place it in its original packing materials, if possible, or use equivalentmaterials with cushioning around the pro

Solving ProblemsCheck these sections for solutions to problems you may have using your product.Checking for Software UpdatesProduct Status MessagesRun

Product Status MessagesIf you see an error code on the LCD, see the solutions here to troubleshoot it.LCD code Condition/solutionE-01 A printer error

LCD code Condition/solutionI-22 To establish a wireless connection using an access point, press the button on the accesspoint or click the button on t

Icons DescriptionThe battery is running low.The battery is too hot or too cold. Select Menu > Battery to check the battery status.The battery is ch

Solving Paper ProblemsRunning a Product CheckRunning a product check helps you determine if your product is operating properly.1. Disconnect any inter

6. Press the OK button.The nozzle check pattern is printed.7. Do one of the following, depending on the results of the product check:• If the page pri

2. Press the arrow buttons to select Restore Default Settings and press the OK button.3. Select one of these options and press the OK button:• Network

Product Does Not Turn onIf your product does not turn on, try these solutions:• Hold down the power button for a few seconds.• Make sure the power cor

Battery Does Not Charge From ComputerIf you are unable to charge your product by connecting it to a computer, try these solutions:• Check the battery

Software Installation ProblemsIf you have problems while installing your product software, try these solutions:• Make sure your product is turned on a

Product Cannot Connect to a Wireless Router or Access PointIf your product has trouble finding or connecting to a wireless router or access point, try

Related conceptsWi-Fi Direct Mode SetupRelated tasksSelecting Wireless Network Settings from the Control PanelPrinting a Network Status SheetRelated t

Product Does Not Appear in OS X Printer WindowIf your product does not appear in the OS X printer window, try these solutions:• Turn your product off,

• If you are connecting the product wirelessly via EpsonNet Setup and the Wi-Fi connection icon is notlit or does not appear on the product's LCD

You see this screen:2. Press the arrow buttons to select Printer Setup and press the OK button.3. Press the arrow buttons to select Language and press

• Follow any special loading instructions that came with the paper.Parent topic: Solving Paper ProblemsRelated referencesPaper Jam Problems in the Rea

Paper Jam Problems Inside the ProductIf paper has jammed inside the product, follow the steps here.1. Open the inner cover.2. Remove the jammed paper.

Parent topic: Solving Paper ProblemsRelated referencesPaper Jam Problems in the Rear Paper FeedSolving Problems Printing from a ComputerCheck these se

• In OS X, select System Preferences from the Apple menu or Dock, select Print & Scan or Printers& Scanners, then double-click your printer ic

Note: If the print head is not in the ink cartridge replacement position, follow the instructions onreplacing an ink cartridge in this manual to move

• Page Rendering Mode• Print as BitmapParent topic: Solving Problems Printing from a ComputerRelated referencesWindows System RequirementsOS X System

Inverted ImageIf your printed image is inverted unexpectedly, try these solutions:• Turn off any mirror or inversion settings in your printing applica

Related tasksSelecting Extended Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Printing Preferences - OS XSelecting Basic Print S

• Adjust the Expansion setting to adjust the amount of image expansion on the edges of borderlessprints.• Make sure the image size and the paper size

• If your computer entered sleep mode the last time you printed, the next print job after your computerexits sleep mode may contain garbled characters

You see this screen:2. Press the arrow buttons to select Printer Setup and press the OK button.3. Press the arrow buttons to select Quiet Mode and pre

Related tasksSelecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - OS XSolving Print Quality ProblemsCheck these sections if your p

Related referencesPaper or Media Type SettingsRelated tasksSelecting Additional Layout and Print Options - WindowsSelecting Printing Preferences - OS

Parent topic: Solving Print Quality ProblemsRelated conceptsPrint Head Nozzle CheckPrint Head CleaningRelated referencesPaper SpecificationsRelated ta

Related referencesPaper or Media Type SettingsRelated tasksCleaning the Paper Path Using the Product Control PanelLoading Paper and EnvelopesRelated t

Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelecting Additional Layout and Print Options - WindowsSelecting Basic Print Settings - OS XSelecting Printing

When to Uninstall Your Product SoftwareIf you have a problem that requires you to uninstall and re-install your software, follow the instructions fory

Uninstalling Product Software - OS XIn most cases, you do not need to uninstall your product software before re-installing it. However, youcan downloa

• Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase• Computer configuration• Description of the problemThen call:• U.S.: (562) 276-7202

Technical SpecificationsThese sections list the technical specifications for your product.Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life produ

• Windows Server 2003R2*• Windows Server 2003** Windows Server supports only the printer driver; any additional included software is not supported.Not

Printer Parts - Top1 Micro USB port2 Power inlet3 Rear paper feed4 Edge guide5 Printer cover6 Control panel7 Output slot8 Power light9 Battery chargin

Note: Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer atany time, Epson cannot guarantee the quality of

Single sheets - normal printing1 Margin: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum (left and right margins 0.24 inch [6 mm] on letter and legal sizepaper)2 Quality bor

2 Quality border/bottom: 1.57 inches (40 mm) minimumEnvelopes1 Left/right margins: 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum2 Top/bottom margins: 0.20 inch (5 mm) mini

Cartridge life Opened package: 6 monthsUnopened package: do not use if the date on the package hasexpiredTemperature Storage: –22 to 104 °F (–30 to 40

Input AC100–240V, 1A, 50–60HzOutput DC24V, 1APrinter Using the AC AdapterRated DC input voltage DC24VRated DC input current Not charging battery: 0.6A

Charging time AC adapter: Approximately 2.5 hoursUSB port (5V/0.5A): Approximately 10 hoursUSB port (5V/1.5A): Approximately 2.5 hours(Power off at 77

Coordination modes Infrastructure modeAd hoc mode (not supported for IEEE 802.11n)Wi-Fi Direct (not supported for IEEE 802.11b)Note: Simple AP mode is

AC adapterUnited States Safety: UL60950-1EMC: FCC part 15 Subpart B class BCanada Safety: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1EMC: CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class

NoticesCheck these sections for important notices about your product.Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to thi

• Leave enough room around the printer for sufficient ventilation. Do not block or cover openings in thecase or insert objects through the slots.• Kee

Printer Parts - Inside and Bottom1 Inner cover2 Ink cartridge holder (do not remove)1 Maintenance box cover2 Security lock slot (for an optional secur

Battery Safety Instructions• If the battery is not fully charged within the specified time, stop charging. Otherwise, the battery couldbecome hot, emi

• After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room temperaturefor at least three hours before using it.• S

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radi

Apple, iPhone, Mac, and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.AirPrint and the AirPrint logo are trademarks of

Parent topic: NoticesA Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted MaterialsEpson encourages each user to be responsible and respectful of the copy

Battery status is indicated on the LCD screen.Note the following:• The battery is not a user-replaceable part.• Even when the product is not in use, t

Charging the Battery Using the USB CableYou can charge the battery by connecting the included micro USB cable to a computer or anycompatible USB power

Changing the Power Off Timer SettingYou can use the product's control panel to change the time period before the printer turns offautomatically.

• To set the timer when the product is running on the battery, press the arrow button to selectBattery Power and press the OK button.5. Select the len

You see this screen:4. Select the time period you want before the product goes to sleep. Then press the OK button.Parent topic: The Power Off and Slee

3. Send an email with attachments to your product's Email Print address.Note: Both the email and any attachments print by default. You can change

Parent topic: Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and MoreRelated topicsWi-Fi NetworkingUsing AirPrintAirPrint allows you to wirelessly

Note: Make sure your Epson printer and computer are connected to the same network before startingthe Google Cloud Print setup.1. Connect your device t

Set up your Epson product for network printing as described in this manual. See the link below.Note: Make sure your Epson product is connected to your

Wi-Fi NetworkingSee these sections to use your product on a Wi-Fi network.Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode SetupWi-Fi Direct Mode SetupWi-Fi Protected Setup

3 Computer with a wireless interface4 Computer5 Internet6 Ethernet cable (used only for wired connection to the wireless router or access point)Select

Note: To enter the wireless network name manually, select Other SSID and press the OK button.Enter your network name as described in the next step.4.

Wi-Fi Direct Mode SetupYou can set up your product to communicate directly with your computer or another device withoutrequiring a wireless router or

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Related tasksAccessing the Web Config UtilityEnabling Wi-Fi Direct ModeYou can enable Wi-Fi Direct mode to allow direct communication between your pro

5. Enter your new Wi-Fi Direct password.Note: Your password must be at least 8 and no more than 22 characters long.• Press the up and down arrow butto

7. Use your computer or wireless device to select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) displayed on theLCD screen, then enter the password shown.8. Press the

You see this screen:3. Press the arrow buttons to select Push Button Setup (WPS) and press the OK button.4. Follow the instructions on the LCD screen

You see this screen:3. Press the arrow buttons to select Print Status Sheet and press the OK button.4. Press the OK button to print the network status

1. Print a network status sheet.2. Locate the IP Address for your product that is listed on the network status sheet.3. On a computer or other device

Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network ConnectionsDisabling Wi-Fi FeaturesYou may need to disable your product's Wi-Fi features if you change

Loading PaperBefore you print, load paper for the type of printing you will do.Loading Paper and EnvelopesSelecting the Paper Source Settings - Contro

3. Do one of the following:• Load paper in the rear paper feed behind the tabs, with the glossy or printable side faceup.• Load an envelope with the f

Note: Make sure the paper fits under the tab on the edge guide. If you cannot move the edge guide,make sure the part on the right side is in the corre

Using WPS to Connect to a Network ... 32Printing a Network S

You see this screen:3. Select Paper Source Settings and press the OK button.Note: To turn off the automatic display of the paper settings screen after

You see this screen:3. Select Paper Source Settings and press the OK button.4. Press the arrow buttons to select Paper Setting Alert and press the OK

Paper type Load up to this many sheetsEpson Premium Presentation 1 sheetPaper MatteEnvelopes 1 envelopeParent topic: Loading PaperAvailable Epson Pape

Paper Type Size Part number Sheet countEpson Ultra Premium Photo Paper 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S042181 60GlossyS042174 1005 × 7 inches (127 × 178

Parent topic: Loading PaperPaper or Media Type SettingsPaper Paper Type or Media Type Media setting - built-insetting - standard driver basic driverPl

Printing from a ComputerBefore printing from your computer, make sure you have set up your product and installed its softwareas described in the Quick

Selecting Basic Print Settings - WindowsSelect the basic settings for the document or photo you want to print.1. Open a photo or document for printing

4. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Document Size setting.Note: You can also select the User-Defined setting to create a custom paper si

Parent topic: Printing with the Standard Epson Printer Software - WindowsRelated referencesBorderless Paper Type CompatibilityPaper or Media Type Sett

Note: Some options may be pre-selected or unavailable, depending on other settings you have chosenor if you are accessing the product over a network.1

Printing with the Built-in Basic Driver - Windows ... 63Installing the Ba

You see this window:3. Select the double-sided printing options you want to use.4. Click OK to return to the Main tab.5. Print a test copy of your dou

Binding Edge OptionsSelect a setting that orients double-sided print binding in the desired direction.Binding Margin OptionsSelect options that define

1. To change the size of your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge Documentcheckbox and select one of these sizing options:• Select th

Custom Color Correction Options - WindowsYou can select any of the available options in the Color Correction window to customize the image colorsfor y

ICMLets you manage color using installed color printing profiles.No Color AdjustmentTurns off color management in your printer software so you can man

High SpeedSpeeds up printing but may reduce print quality.Mirror ImageFlips the printed image left to right.Parent topic: Selecting Additional Layout

Selecting a Printing Preset - WindowsFor quick access to common groups of print settings, you can select a printing preset on the Main orMore Options

3. Click on a preset to change its settings, or use any of the available options on the screen to controlyour printing presets.4. To choose a preset f

4. Click the Extended Settings button.You see this window:5. Select any of the extended settings to customize your print.6. Click OK to close the Exte

Page Rendering ModeIncreases print speed when printing is extremely slow or the print head stops during printing.Print as BitmapIncreases print speed

Print Head Nozzle Check... 99Checking the

You see your application's Print window, such as this one:2. Click OK or Print to start printing.Parent topic: Printing with the Standard Epson P

You see the printer settings window:3. Select the print settings you want to use as defaults in all your Windows programs.4. Click OK.These settings a

3. Click the Maintenance tab.You see the maintenance options:4. Select the language you want to use as the Language setting.5. Click OK to close the p

You see this window:3. Do one of the following:• To change how often the software checks for updates, select a setting in the Check every menu.• To di

Installing the Basic Driver Software - WindowsYou can use the included USB cable to connect the product to your computer and install the basic driverf

3. If necessary, select your product name as the printer you want to use.Note: You may also need to select Properties or Preferences to view your prin

You see this screen:7. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media setting.Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check

You see this screen:10. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Paper Size setting.11. Click OK to save your settings.12. On the next screen, c

Printing with OS XYou can print with your product using any OS X printing program, as described in these sections.Note: If you have an Internet connec

You see the expanded printer settings window for your product:Note: The print window may look different, depending on the version of OS X and the appl

Paper Jam Problems in the Rear Paper Feed ... 130Paper Jam Problems Inside t

6. Select the page setup options: Paper Size and Orientation.Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your applic

You see these settings:9. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media Type setting.Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper

Print Quality Options - OS XYou can select any of the available Print Quality options to fine-tune the quality of your print. Somesettings may be unav

Selecting Page Setup Settings - OS XDepending on your application, you may be able to select the paper size and orientation settings fromthe print win

Selecting Print Layout Options - OS XYou can select a variety of layout options for your document or photo by selecting Layout from the pop-up menu on

1. Select Color Matching from the pop-up menu in the print window.2. Select one of the available options.3. Select Color Options from the pop-up menu

Color Matching SettingsEPSON Color ControlsLets you manage color using controls in your printer software or turn off color management.ColorSyncPrints

You see a screen like this:4. Select any of the available printing preferences.5. Click OK.Printing Preferences - OS XParent topic: Printing with OS X

Click Print at the bottom of the print window.Checking Print Status - OS XParent topic: Printing with OS XChecking Print Status - OS XDuring printing,

You see the print status window:2. Select the following options as necessary:OS X 10.6/10.7:• To cancel printing, click the print job and click the De

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Adjusting Print DensityYou can increase print density to darken your prints on plain paper. This is especially useful when youprint with the built-in

Parent topic: Printing from a ComputerAdjusting ColorYou can use the product's control panel to make the colors in your prints lighter or darker.

3. Do one of the following:• To make the color darker, select +1 and press the OK button.• To make the color lighter, select –1 and press the OK butto

Replacing Ink Cartridges and Maintenance BoxesThe maintenance box stores ink that gets flushed from the system during print head cleaning. When anink

The ink and maintenance box status is displayed as shown:Note: The displayed levels are approximate.Parent topic: Check Cartridge and Maintenance Box

You see this window:2. Replace or reinstall the maintenance box or any ink cartridge as indicated on the screen.Note: If any of the cartridges install

You see this window:4. Deselect the See Low Ink Reminder alerts checkbox at the bottom of the screen.5. To disable promotional offers, deselect the Di

Replacing the Maintenance BoxChecking Cartridge and Maintenance Box Status with OS XYou can check the status of your ink cartridges and maintenance bo

• Replace or reinstall the maintenance box or any ink cartridge as indicated on the screen.Note: If any of the cartridges installed in the product is

Parent topic: Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges and Maintenance BoxRemoving and Installing Ink CartridgesMake sure you have your replacement cartridges ha

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3. Push in the blue tab to unlock the ink cartridge you are replacing. Then lift the bottom of the inkcartridge to remove it.Warning: If ink gets on y

5. Remove the cartridge from the package and remove the yellow tape.Caution: Do not touch the areas shown below. Doing so may prevent normal operation

7. Insert the ink cartridge at a slight angle into the ink cartridge holder as shown. Then press the bottomof the ink cartridge down until it clicks i

Printing with an Expended Color Cartridge - WindowsPrinting with an Expended Color Cartridge - OS XParent topic: Replacing Ink Cartridges and Maintena

4. Select Driver or Options.You see a screen like this:5. Select On as the Permit temporary black printing setting.6. Click OK.7. Close the utility wi

Conserving Low Black Ink with WindowsThe following window appears when black ink runs low and there is more color ink.Note: The window appears only wh

1. Remove the new maintenance box from its package.Caution: Do not touch the green chip on the maintenance box.2. Turn off the product and disconnect

5. Slide the maintenance box as shown and pull it out.Note: Do not touch the sections shown. Doing so may prevent normal operation and cause ink tolea

Parent topic: Replacing Ink Cartridges and Maintenance BoxesRelated conceptsPurchase Epson Ink Cartridges and Maintenance Box98

Adjusting Print QualityIf your print quality declines, you may need to run a utility to clean or align the print head.Print Head MaintenancePrint Head