Epson B 500DN User Manual

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Chapter 2 
Paper Handling
Using Special Paper
You can achieve good results with most types of plain bond paper. However, coated 
papers provide superior printouts because they absorb less ink.
Epson provides special papers that are formulated for the ink used in Epson ink jet printers, 
and recommends these papers to ensure high-quality results.
&See “Paper, Consumables, and Options” on page 187.
When loading special paper distributed by Epson, read the instruction sheets packed with 
the paper first and keep the following points in mind.
Note:
❏Load the paper into the rear sheet feeder printable side up. The printable side is usually whiter 
or glossier. See the instruction sheets packed with the paper for more information.
❏If the paper is curled, flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite direction before loading. Printing 
on curled paper may cause ink to smear on your printout.
Paper Loading Capacities 
Refer to the table below for the loading capacities of Epson special paper and other paper. 
Front paper cassette:
Media Type Loading Capacity
Epson Bright White Paper Up to 400 sheets 
Plain paper Up to 500 sheets
 
						

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Rear sheet feeder:
Note:
❏If the paper is curled, flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite direction. Make sure the paper 
stack fits under the carrow mark inside the edge guide.
❏Maximum capacity for plain paper depends on the weight and thickness of the paper.
❏The output tray has a maximum capacity of 170 sheets.
You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies CentralSM at 
www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase 
supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON 
(800-463-7766).
Loading Paper
Follow these steps to load paper:
Media Type Loading Capacity
Plain paper (letter-size) Up to 150 sheets 
Plain paper (legal-size) 1 sheet at a time (up to 60 
sheets with the optional 
legal-size paper support)
Epson Bright White Paper Up to 100 (70 sheets for manual 
double-sided printing)
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Up to 20 sheets
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte 
Double-Sided1 sheet at a time
Epson Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets 1 sheet at a time
Epson Presentation Paper Matte Up to 100 sheets
Envelopes Up to 15 envelopes
 
						

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Front Paper Cassette
1. Pull out the front paper cassette.
2. Squeeze the edge guides and slide them out until they click into place.
3. Fan a stack of paper, then tap it on a flat surface to even the edges.
4. Load the paper with the printable side down.
MODIFY TO SHOW LETTER SIZE
 
						

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Note:
Avoid adding paper before running out of paper. Doing so may prevent the paper from feeding 
smoothly.
5. Squeeze the edge guides and slide them against the paper until they click.
6. Gently reinsert the cassette into the printer.
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Caution:
To avoid paper jams, do not force the front paper cassette into the printer and check the 
edge guides after inserting the cassette.
7. Slide out and extend the extension tray.
 
						

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Note:
❏Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be fully ejected.
❏Make sure the paper stack fits under the carrow mark inside the left edge guide.
Rear Sheet Feeder
1. Open the paper support.
2. Slide out and extend the extension tray.
3. Slide the edge guide to the left.
4. Fan a stack of paper, then tap it on a flat surface to even the edges.
 
						

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5. Load the paper with the printable side up, against the right side of the rear sheet feeder. 
Then slide the edge guide against the left edge of the paper.
Note:
❏Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be fully ejected.
❏Always load paper into the rear sheet feeder short edge first, even when you are printing 
landscape-oriented pictures.
❏Avoid adding paper before running out of paper. Doing so may prevent the paper from feeding 
smoothly.
❏Make sure the paper stack fits under the carrow mark inside the left edge guide.
Using the Optional Legal-Size Paper Support
Align the legal-size paper support with the right side of the paper support and attach it as 
shown. You can load up to 60 sheets of plain legal-size paper (up to 20 lb or 75 g/m²).
Do not leave legal-size paper in the rear sheet feeder when you are not printing, or the 
sheets may curl.
 
						

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Loading Envelopes
Follow these steps to load envelopes:
1. Open the paper support.
2. Slide out and extend the extension tray.
3. Slide the left edge guide to the left.
 
						

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4. Load envelopes short edge first with the flap facing down and to the left. Then slide the 
left edge guide against the left edge of the envelopes.
Note:
❏The thickness of envelopes and their ability to fold vary widely. If the total thickness of the stack 
of envelopes exceeds 0.6 inch (15 mm), press down on the envelopes to flatten them before 
loading. If print quality declines when a stack of envelopes is loaded, load one envelope at a 
time.
❏You can load up to 15 envelopes at a time in the rear sheet feeder.
❏Do not use envelopes that are curled or folded.
❏Flatten the envelope flaps before loading.
❏Flatten the leading edge of the envelope before loading.
❏Avoid using envelopes that are too thin, as they may curl during printing.
For printing instructions, see the following instructions.
&See “Printing on Envelopes” on page 46.
 
						

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Setting Up the Output Tray
The output tray is located on the front paper cassette. Slide out the extension tray and then 
open the flap on the extension tray to prevent your prints from slipping off the printer. The 
maximum capacity of the output tray is 170 sheets.
Selecting the Correct Paper Type or Media Type
The printer automatically adjusts itself for the type of paper you select in your print settings. 
That is why the paper type or media type setting is so important. It tells your printer what 
kind of paper you are using and adjusts the ink coverage accordingly. The table below lists 
the settings you should choose for your paper.
For this paper Select this paper type (media 
type) setting
Plain paper Plain Paper/Bright White Paper
Epson Bright White Paper
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte  Premium Presentation Paper 
Matte
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte 
Double-Sided
Epson Presentation Paper Matte Presentation Paper Matte
Envelopes Envelope
 
						

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Chapter 3 
Basic Printing
Introduction
This section guides you through the procedures for different kinds of printing.
Printing Documents
Explains how to print documents on various types of paper.
&See “Printing Documents” on page 31.
Printing Photos
Explains how to print photos on various types of paper.
&See “Printing Photos” on page 37.