XP-970 Series

User's Guide

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Colors in the Printout Differ from Those on the Display

The color properties for the display device you are using have not been adjusted correctly.

Solutions

Display devices such as computer screens have their own display properties. If the display is unbalanced, the image are not displayed with proper brightness and colors. Adjust the properties of the device. Next, perform the following.

  • Windows

    Access the printer driver window, select Custom as the Color Correction setting on the More Options tab, and then click Advanced. Select EPSON Standard as the Color Mode setting.

  • Mac OS

    Access the print dialog. Select Color Options from the pop-up menu, and then click the arrow next to Advanced Settings. Select EPSON Standard as the Mode setting.

The display device is reflecting external light.

Solutions

Avoid direct sunlight and confirm the image where an appropriate illuminance is assured.

The display device has a high resolution.

Solutions

Colors may differ from what you see on smart devices such as smart phones or tablets with high-resolution displays.

The display device and the printer have a different process of producing colors.

Solutions

Colors on a display are not quite identical to those on paper because the display device and the printer have a different process of producing colors. Adjust the color properties so that the colors are identical.