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Contents
Guide to This Manual
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Guide to This Manual
Introduction to the Manuals
About This Manual
Back
About This Manual
Marks and Symbols
Notes on Screenshots and Illustrations
Operating System References
Trademarks
Copyright
Important Instructions
Back
Important Instructions
Safety Instructions
Back
Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions for Ink
Printer Advisories and Warnings
Back
Printer Advisories and Warnings
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up the Printer
Advisories and Warnings for Using the Printer
Advisories and Warnings for Connecting to the Internet
Advisories and Warnings for Using the Printer with a Wireless Connection
Advisories and Warnings for Transporting or Storing the Printer
Notes on the Administrator Password
Back
Notes on the Administrator Password
Default Value of the Administrator Password
Changing the Administrator Password
Operations that Require You to Enter the Administrator Password
Initializing the Administrator Password
Protecting Your Personal Information
Part Names and Functions
Back
Part Names and Functions
Front
Inside
Rear
Guide to the Control Panel
Back
Guide to the Control Panel
Buttons and Functions
Checking Lights and Printer Status
Loading Paper, Discs, and PVC ID Cards
Back
Loading Paper, Discs, and PVC ID Cards
Loading Paper
Back
Loading Paper
Paper Handling Precautions
List of Paper Type
Loading Paper
Back
Loading Paper
Precautions when Loading Letterhead Paper
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feeder
Loading Various Paper
Back
Loading Various Paper
Loading Envelopes
Loading Pre-punched Paper
Loading Long Papers
Loading a Disc
Back
Loading a Disc
Printable Discs
Disc Handling Precautions
Loading and Removing a Disc
Loading PVC ID Cards
Back
Loading PVC ID Cards
Printable PVC ID Cards
PVC ID Card Handling Precautions
Loading and Removing PVC ID Card
Printing
Back
Printing
Printing Photos
Back
Printing Photos
Printing Photos from a Computer
Printing Photos from Smart Devices
Back
Printing Photos from Smart Devices
Printing Using Epson Smart Panel
Printing Using Epson Print Enabler
Printing on Envelopes
Back
Printing on Envelopes
Printing on Envelopes from a Computer (Windows)
Printing on Envelopes from a Computer (Mac OS)
Printing Documents
Back
Printing Documents
Printing from a Computer
Back
Printing from a Computer
Printing Using Easy Settings
Adding Printing Presets for Easy Printing
Printing on 2-Sides
Printing a Booklet
Printing Several Pages on One Sheet
Printing to Fit the Paper Size
Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document at any Magnification
Printing One Image on Multiple Sheets for Enlargement (Creating a Poster)
Back
Printing One Image on Multiple Sheets for Enlargement (Creating a Poster)
Making Posters Using Overlapping Alignment Marks
Printing with a Header and Footer
Printing an Anti-Copy Pattern
Printing Multiple Files Together
Printing Using the Color Universal Print Feature
Adjusting the Print Color
Printing to Emphasize Thin Lines
Printing Documents from Smart Devices
Back
Printing Documents from Smart Devices
Printing Using Epson Smart Panel
Printing Using Epson Print Enabler
Printing onto a Disc Label
Back
Printing onto a Disc Label
Printing Photos onto a Disc Label Using Epson Photo+
Printing on PVC ID Cards
Back
Printing on PVC ID Cards
Printing on PVC ID Cards Using Epson Photo+
Printing Web Pages
Back
Printing Web Pages
Printing Web Pages from a Computer
Printing Web Pages from Smart Devices
Printing Using a Cloud Service
Maintaining the Printer
Back
Maintaining the Printer
Checking the Status of Consumable
Cleaning the Paper Path for Paper Feeding Problems
Improving Print Quality
Back
Improving Print Quality
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head
Running Power Cleaning
Back
Running Power Cleaning
Running Power Cleaning (Windows)
Running Power Cleaning (Mac OS)
Preventing nozzle clogging
Aligning the Print Head
Back
Aligning the Print Head
Aligning the Print Head - Windows
Aligning the Print Head - Mac OS
Cleaning the Paper Path for Ink Smears (when the Surface of the Print Result is Smeared Vertically)
Cleaning the Translucent Film
Cleaning the Printer
Cleaning Spilled ink
In These Situations
Back
In These Situations
When Replacing a Computer
Saving Power
Back
Saving Power
Saving Power - Windows
Saving Power - Mac OS
Disabling your Wi-Fi Connection
Checking the Total Number of Pages Fed Through the Printer
Installing the Applications Separately
Back
Installing the Applications Separately
Checking if a genuine Epson printer driver is installed - Windows
Checking if a genuine Epson printer driver is installed - Mac OS
Re-Setting the Network Connection
Back
Re-Setting the Network Connection
Making Settings for Connecting to the Computer
Making Settings for Connecting to the Smart Device
Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Control Panel
Back
Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Control Panel
Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup
Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup (WPS)
Checking the Printer's Network Connection Status (Network Connection Report)
Messages and Solutions on the Network Connection Report
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Messages and Solutions on the Network Connection Report
E-1
E-2, E-3, E-7
E-5
E-6
E-8
E-9
E-10
E-11
E-12
E-13
Message on the Network Environment
Connecting a Smart Device and Printer Directly (Wi-Fi Direct)
Back
Connecting a Smart Device and Printer Directly (Wi-Fi Direct)
About Wi-Fi Direct
Connecting to Devices Using Wi-Fi Direct
Changing the Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Settings Such as the SSID
Adding or Changing the Printer's Connection
Back
Adding or Changing the Printer's Connection
To Set Up a Printer on Multiple Computers
Changing the Connection from Wi-Fi to USB
Setting a Static IP Address for the Printer
Transporting and Storing the Printer
Solving Problems
Back
Solving Problems
Cannot Print
Back
Cannot Print
Problem Solving
Back
Problem Solving
Is the printer turned on?
Is any paper jammed in the printer?
Is the printer itself working properly?
Are you having connection problems?
Has print data been sent correctly?
The Application or Printer Driver do not Work Properly
Back
The Application or Printer Driver do not Work Properly
Cannot Print Even Though a Connection has been Established (Windows)
Cannot Print Even Though a Connection has been Established (Mac OS)
The Printer Cannot Connect by USB
The Printer Cannot Connect to the Network
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The Printer Cannot Connect to the Network
Main causes and solutions for network connection problems
Paper Does Not Feed Properly
Back
Paper Does Not Feed Properly
Points to Check
Paper Feeds at a Slant
Several Sheets of Paper are Fed at a Time
Disc/ID Card Tray is Ejected when You Try to Load It
Back
Disc/ID Card Tray is Ejected when You Try to Load It
The disc or ID card has not been placed properly.
Paper Out Error Occurs
Paper is Ejected During Printing
Print Quality is Poor
Back
Print Quality is Poor
Color Missing, Banding, or Unexpected Colors Appear in Printout
Print Quality is Poor with Black Ink
Back
Print Quality is Poor with Black Ink
The print head nozzles may be clogged.
Colored Banding Appears at Intervals of Approximately 2.5 cm
Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, or Misalignment
Printout Comes Out as a Blank Sheet
Paper Is Smeared or Scuffed
Printed Photos are Sticky
Printed PVC ID Cards are Smeared
Images or Photos are Printed in Unexpected Colors
Colors in the Printout Differ from Those on the Display
Cannot Print Without Margins
Edges of the Image are Cropped During Borderless Printing
The Position, Size, or Margins of the Printout Are Incorrect
Printed Characters Are Incorrect or Garbled
The Printed Image Is Inverted
Mosaic-Like Patterns in the Prints
Cannot Select Paper Type or Paper Source in Printer Driver
Back
Cannot Select Paper Type or Paper Source in Printer Driver
A genuine Epson printer driver has not been installed.
Checking Lights and Printer Status
Paper Gets Jammed
Back
Paper Gets Jammed
Removing Jammed Paper
Preventing Paper Jams
It is Time to Refill the Ink
Back
It is Time to Refill the Ink
Ink Bottle Handling Precautions
Refilling the Ink Tanks
It is Time to Replace the Maintenance Box
Back
It is Time to Replace the Maintenance Box
Maintenance Box Handling Precautions
Replacing a Maintenance Box
It is Time to Replace the Pickup Rollers
Cannot Operate the Printer as Expected
Back
Cannot Operate the Printer as Expected
The Printer Does Not Turn On or Off
Back
The Printer Does Not Turn On or Off
Power Does Not Turn On
Power Does Not Turn Off
Power Turns Off Automatically
Operations are Slow
Back
Operations are Slow
Printing Is Too Slow
Printing Slows Down Dramatically During Continuous Printing
Cannot Close the Rear Paper Support
Operation Sounds Are Loud
Cannot Perform Manual 2-sided Printing (Windows)
The Print Settings Menu is Not Displayed (Mac OS)
Cannot Solve Problem
Back
Cannot Solve Problem
Cannot Solve Printing Problems
Product Information
Back
Product Information
Paper Information
Back
Paper Information
Available Paper and Capacities
Back
Available Paper and Capacities
Genuine Epson Paper
Commercially Available Paper
Paper for Borderless Printing
Back
Paper for Borderless Printing
Genuine Epson Paper
Commercially Available Paper
Paper for 2-Sided Printing
Back
Paper for 2-Sided Printing
Genuine Epson Paper
Commercially Available Paper
Unavailable Paper Types
Consumable Products Information
Back
Consumable Products Information
Ink Bottle Codes
Maintenance Box Code
Pickup Rollers Code
Software Information
Back
Software Information
Application for Printing from a Computer (Windows Printer Driver)
Application for Printing from a Computer (Mac OS Printer Driver)
Application for Configuring Printer Operations (Web Config)
Back
Application for Configuring Printer Operations (Web Config)
Running Web Config on a Web Browser
Application for Updating Software and Firmware (Epson Software Updater)
Product Specifications
Back
Product Specifications
Printer Specifications
Back
Printer Specifications
Printable Area
Back
Printable Area
Printable Area for Single Sheets
Printable Area for Envelopes
Printable Area for Disc Label
Printable Area for PVC ID Cards
Interface Specifications
Network Specifications
Back
Network Specifications
Wi-Fi Specifications
Network Functions and IPv4/IPv6
Security Protocol
Dimensions
Electrical Specifications
Environmental Specifications
Back
Environmental Specifications
Environmental Specifications for Ink Bottles
System Requirements
Regulatory Information
Back
Regulatory Information
Standards and Approvals
Back
Standards and Approvals
Standards and Approvals for European Model
ZICTA Type Approval for Users in Zambia
Restrictions on Copying
Where to Get Help
Back
Where to Get Help
Technical Support Web Site
Contacting Epson Support
Back
Contacting Epson Support
Before Contacting Epson
Help for Users in Europe
Help for Users in Taiwan
Help for Users in Australia
Help for Users in New Zealand
Help for Users in Singapore
Help for Users in Thailand
Help for Users in Vietnam
Help for Users in Indonesia
Help for Users in Hong Kong
Help for Users in Malaysia
Help for Users in India
Help for Users in the Philippines
L8050 Series
User's Guide
Search
Solving Problems
Guide to This Manual
Important Instructions
Part Names and Functions
Guide to the Control Panel
Loading Paper, Discs, and PVC ID Cards
Printing
Maintaining the Printer
In These Situations
Solving Problems
Product Information
Where to Get Help
Introduction to the Manuals
About This Manual
Marks and Symbols
Notes on Screenshots and Illustrations
Operating System References
Trademarks
Copyright
Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions for Ink
Printer Advisories and Warnings
Advisories and Warnings for Setting Up the Printer
Advisories and Warnings for Using the Printer
Advisories and Warnings for Connecting to the Internet
Advisories and Warnings for Using the Printer with a Wireless Connection
Advisories and Warnings for Transporting or Storing the Printer
Notes on the Administrator Password
Default Value of the Administrator Password
Changing the Administrator Password
Operations that Require You to Enter the Administrator Password
Initializing the Administrator Password
Protecting Your Personal Information
Front
Inside
Rear
Buttons and Functions
Checking Lights and Printer Status
Loading Paper
Paper Handling Precautions
List of Paper Type
Loading Paper
Precautions when Loading Letterhead Paper
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feeder
Loading Various Paper
Loading Envelopes
Loading Pre-punched Paper
Loading Long Papers
Loading a Disc
Printable Discs
Disc Handling Precautions
Loading and Removing a Disc
Loading PVC ID Cards
Printable PVC ID Cards
PVC ID Card Handling Precautions
Loading and Removing PVC ID Card
Printing Photos
Printing Photos from a Computer
Printing Photos from Smart Devices
Printing Using Epson Smart Panel
Printing Using Epson Print Enabler
Printing on Envelopes
Printing on Envelopes from a Computer (Windows)
Printing on Envelopes from a Computer (Mac OS)
Printing Documents
Printing from a Computer
Printing Using Easy Settings
Adding Printing Presets for Easy Printing
Printing on 2-Sides
Printing a Booklet
Printing Several Pages on One Sheet
Printing to Fit the Paper Size
Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document at any Magnification
Printing One Image on Multiple Sheets for Enlargement (Creating a Poster)
Making Posters Using Overlapping Alignment Marks
Printing with a Header and Footer
Printing an Anti-Copy Pattern
Printing Multiple Files Together
Printing Using the Color Universal Print Feature
Adjusting the Print Color
Printing to Emphasize Thin Lines
Printing Documents from Smart Devices
Printing Using Epson Smart Panel
Printing Using Epson Print Enabler
Printing onto a Disc Label
Printing Photos onto a Disc Label Using Epson Photo+
Printing on PVC ID Cards
Printing on PVC ID Cards Using Epson Photo+
Printing Web Pages
Printing Web Pages from a Computer
Printing Web Pages from Smart Devices
Printing Using a Cloud Service
Checking the Status of Consumable
Cleaning the Paper Path for Paper Feeding Problems
Improving Print Quality
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head
Running Power Cleaning
Running Power Cleaning (Windows)
Running Power Cleaning (Mac OS)
Preventing nozzle clogging
Aligning the Print Head
Aligning the Print Head - Windows
Aligning the Print Head - Mac OS
Cleaning the Paper Path for Ink Smears (when the Surface of the Print Result is Smeared Vertically)
Cleaning the Translucent Film
Cleaning the Printer
Cleaning Spilled ink
When Replacing a Computer
Saving Power
Saving Power - Windows
Saving Power - Mac OS
Disabling your Wi-Fi Connection
Checking the Total Number of Pages Fed Through the Printer
Installing the Applications Separately
Checking if a genuine Epson printer driver is installed - Windows
Checking if a genuine Epson printer driver is installed - Mac OS
Re-Setting the Network Connection
Making Settings for Connecting to the Computer
Making Settings for Connecting to the Smart Device
Making Wi-Fi Settings from the Control Panel
Making Wi-Fi Settings by Push Button Setup
Making Wi-Fi Settings by PIN Code Setup (WPS)
Checking the Printer's Network Connection Status (Network Connection Report)
Messages and Solutions on the Network Connection Report
E-1
E-2, E-3, E-7
E-5
E-6
E-8
E-9
E-10
E-11
E-12
E-13
Message on the Network Environment
Connecting a Smart Device and Printer Directly (Wi-Fi Direct)
About Wi-Fi Direct
Connecting to Devices Using Wi-Fi Direct
Changing the Wi-Fi Direct (Simple AP) Settings Such as the SSID
Adding or Changing the Printer's Connection
To Set Up a Printer on Multiple Computers
Changing the Connection from Wi-Fi to USB
Setting a Static IP Address for the Printer
Transporting and Storing the Printer
Cannot Print
Problem Solving
Is the printer turned on?
Is any paper jammed in the printer?
Is the printer itself working properly?
Are you having connection problems?
Has print data been sent correctly?
The Application or Printer Driver do not Work Properly
Cannot Print Even Though a Connection has been Established (Windows)
Cannot Print Even Though a Connection has been Established (Mac OS)
The Printer Cannot Connect by USB
The Printer Cannot Connect to the Network
Main causes and solutions for network connection problems
Paper Does Not Feed Properly
Points to Check
Paper Feeds at a Slant
Several Sheets of Paper are Fed at a Time
Disc/ID Card Tray is Ejected when You Try to Load It
The disc or ID card has not been placed properly.
Paper Out Error Occurs
Paper is Ejected During Printing
Print Quality is Poor
Color Missing, Banding, or Unexpected Colors Appear in Printout
Print Quality is Poor with Black Ink
The print head nozzles may be clogged.
Colored Banding Appears at Intervals of Approximately 2.5 cm
Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, or Misalignment
Printout Comes Out as a Blank Sheet
Paper Is Smeared or Scuffed
Printed Photos are Sticky
Printed PVC ID Cards are Smeared
Images or Photos are Printed in Unexpected Colors
Colors in the Printout Differ from Those on the Display
Cannot Print Without Margins
Edges of the Image are Cropped During Borderless Printing
The Position, Size, or Margins of the Printout Are Incorrect
Printed Characters Are Incorrect or Garbled
The Printed Image Is Inverted
Mosaic-Like Patterns in the Prints
Cannot Select Paper Type or Paper Source in Printer Driver
A genuine Epson printer driver has not been installed.
Checking Lights and Printer Status
Paper Gets Jammed
Removing Jammed Paper
Preventing Paper Jams
It is Time to Refill the Ink
Ink Bottle Handling Precautions
Refilling the Ink Tanks
It is Time to Replace the Maintenance Box
Maintenance Box Handling Precautions
Replacing a Maintenance Box
It is Time to Replace the Pickup Rollers
Cannot Operate the Printer as Expected
The Printer Does Not Turn On or Off
Power Does Not Turn On
Power Does Not Turn Off
Power Turns Off Automatically
Operations are Slow
Printing Is Too Slow
Printing Slows Down Dramatically During Continuous Printing
Cannot Close the Rear Paper Support
Operation Sounds Are Loud
Cannot Perform Manual 2-sided Printing (Windows)
The Print Settings Menu is Not Displayed (Mac OS)
Cannot Solve Problem
Cannot Solve Printing Problems
Paper Information
Available Paper and Capacities
Genuine Epson Paper
Commercially Available Paper
Paper for Borderless Printing
Genuine Epson Paper
Commercially Available Paper
Paper for 2-Sided Printing
Genuine Epson Paper
Commercially Available Paper
Unavailable Paper Types
Consumable Products Information
Ink Bottle Codes
Maintenance Box Code
Pickup Rollers Code
Software Information
Application for Printing from a Computer (Windows Printer Driver)
Application for Printing from a Computer (Mac OS Printer Driver)
Application for Configuring Printer Operations (Web Config)
Running Web Config on a Web Browser
Application for Updating Software and Firmware (Epson Software Updater)
Product Specifications
Printer Specifications
Printable Area
Printable Area for Single Sheets
Printable Area for Envelopes
Printable Area for Disc Label
Printable Area for PVC ID Cards
Interface Specifications
Network Specifications
Wi-Fi Specifications
Network Functions and IPv4/IPv6
Security Protocol
Dimensions
Electrical Specifications
Environmental Specifications
Environmental Specifications for Ink Bottles
System Requirements
Regulatory Information
Standards and Approvals
Standards and Approvals for European Model
ZICTA Type Approval for Users in Zambia
Restrictions on Copying
Technical Support Web Site
Contacting Epson Support
Before Contacting Epson
Help for Users in Europe
Help for Users in Taiwan
Help for Users in Australia
Help for Users in New Zealand
Help for Users in Singapore
Help for Users in Thailand
Help for Users in Vietnam
Help for Users in Indonesia
Help for Users in Hong Kong
Help for Users in Malaysia
Help for Users in India
Help for Users in the Philippines
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Solving Problems
>
It is Time to Replace the Maintenance Box
It is Time to Replace the Maintenance Box
Maintenance Box Handling Precautions
Replacing a Maintenance Box
Print Selected Pages
Solving Problems
Cannot Print
Problem Solving
Is the printer turned on?
Is any paper jammed in the printer?
Is the printer itself working properly?
Are you having connection problems?
Has print data been sent correctly?
The Application or Printer Driver do not Work Properly
Cannot Print Even Though a Connection has been Established (Windows)
Cannot Print Even Though a Connection has been Established (Mac OS)
The Printer Cannot Connect by USB
The Printer Cannot Connect to the Network
Main causes and solutions for network connection problems
Paper Does Not Feed Properly
Points to Check
Paper Feeds at a Slant
Several Sheets of Paper are Fed at a Time
Disc/ID Card Tray is Ejected when You Try to Load It
The disc or ID card has not been placed properly.
Paper Out Error Occurs
Paper is Ejected During Printing
Print Quality is Poor
Color Missing, Banding, or Unexpected Colors Appear in Printout
Print Quality is Poor with Black Ink
The print head nozzles may be clogged.
Colored Banding Appears at Intervals of Approximately 2.5 cm
Blurry Prints, Vertical Banding, or Misalignment
Printout Comes Out as a Blank Sheet
Paper Is Smeared or Scuffed
Printed Photos are Sticky
Printed PVC ID Cards are Smeared
Images or Photos are Printed in Unexpected Colors
Colors in the Printout Differ from Those on the Display
Cannot Print Without Margins
Edges of the Image are Cropped During Borderless Printing
The Position, Size, or Margins of the Printout Are Incorrect
Printed Characters Are Incorrect or Garbled
The Printed Image Is Inverted
Mosaic-Like Patterns in the Prints
Cannot Select Paper Type or Paper Source in Printer Driver
A genuine Epson printer driver has not been installed.
Checking Lights and Printer Status
Paper Gets Jammed
Removing Jammed Paper
Preventing Paper Jams
It is Time to Refill the Ink
Ink Bottle Handling Precautions
Refilling the Ink Tanks
It is Time to Replace the Maintenance Box
Maintenance Box Handling Precautions
Replacing a Maintenance Box
It is Time to Replace the Pickup Rollers
Cannot Operate the Printer as Expected
The Printer Does Not Turn On or Off
Power Does Not Turn On
Power Does Not Turn Off
Power Turns Off Automatically
Operations are Slow
Printing Is Too Slow
Printing Slows Down Dramatically During Continuous Printing
Cannot Close the Rear Paper Support
Operation Sounds Are Loud
Cannot Perform Manual 2-sided Printing (Windows)
The Print Settings Menu is Not Displayed (Mac OS)
Cannot Solve Problem
Cannot Solve Printing Problems