Epson Stylus Photo RX620 User Manual

Copying Photos to a USB Drive51 5. Press the d button to choose 
Backup, then press OK. 
6. Press 
OK again to start the backup procedure. You may have to follow 
additional instructions on the RX620 screen. All the photos on your card are 
copied to your connected storage device. Depending on how many photos 
there are, this may take several minutes. 
7. When you’re done copying photos, remove the card as described on page 52. 
Note: 
When backing up photos to a CD-R/RW, the Stylus Photo RX620 creates a...

52Saving and Storing Photos
Removing a Memory Card
Once you’re finished copying photos from your memory card, follow the steps 
below to prepare your computer before removing it. Be sure to remove any cards 
before unplugging the USB cable from your RX620. 
Caution: 
Do not eject a card while the memory card light is flashing, or without performing the 
steps described below, or you may lose data on the card. Be sure all cards have been 
removed before unplugging the USB cable. 
1. On a Macintosh, drag...

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Maintaining Your RX620
If you notice a decline in print quality, follow the instructions in this chapter to 
check and clean the print head. You’ll also find instructions on checking ink levels, 
replacing ink cartridges, and aligning the print head.
See these sections:
■“Replacing Ink Cartridges” below
■“Checking and Cleaning and Print Head” on page 58
■“Aligning the Print Head” on page 59
Replacing Ink Cartridges
When you print with low or empty ink cartridges, 
you see a message on the RX620...

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When your ink starts getting low, make sure you have replacement cartridges 
available. You can’t print if a cartridge is empty.
Purchasing Ink Cartridges
Use these Epson ink cartridges within six months of installing them and before the 
expiration date: 
Note: 
A color ink multipack is also available (T048920).
Caution: 
To ensure good results, use genuine Epson ink cartridges and do not refill them. Other 
products may cause damage to your Stylus Photo RX620 not covered by...

Replacing Ink Cartridges55
Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges
Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. Once you start replacing a 
cartridge, you must complete all the steps in one session. 
1.If an ink cartridge is empty:
Look at the message the RX620 screen to find out which cartridge is empty, 
then press the 
OKbutton. 
If an ink cartridge is low:
Look at the icon in the upper right corner of the RX620 screen to see which 
cartridge is low or check the ink levels as described on...

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4. Remove the cartridge you need to replace. Press in the tab in back of the 
cartridge to release it, then lift the cartridge straight out. Dispose of it 
carefully.
Note: 
The illustration above shows the black cartridge being removed. Only remove the 
cartridge(s) you need to replace.
5. Unwrap the new cartridge.
6. Insert the new cartridge into the holder. Press down firmly until it clicks into 
place.
If you need to replace other ink cartridges, repeat steps 4 through 6...

Replacing Ink Cartridges57 7. Close the ink cartridge holder, then close the scanner section.
Caution: 
If you find it difficult to close the cover, make sure all the cartridges are firmly 
seated. Press down on each newly installed cartridge until you hear it click into 
place. Do not attempt to force the cover closed.
The Stylus Photo RX620 begins charging the ink delivery system and the Ink 
Charging
 message appears on the screen. When you see Ink cartridge 
replacement is completed
, click OK....

58Maintaining Your RX620
Checking and Cleaning and Print Head
If your printouts are unexpectedly light, colors are missing, or you see light or dark 
lines across the page, you may need to clean the print head. This clears the print 
head nozzles, which can become clogged if you don’t use the printer for a long 
time. 
Tip: 
It’s a good idea to turn on your RX620 at least once a month to maintain good print 
quality.
Checking the Print Head
You can print a nozzle check pattern to see if any print head...

Aligning the Print Head59
Cleaning the Print Head 
Follow these steps to clean the print head so it can deliver ink properly. Print head 
cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if quality declines. 
Note: 
You can also clean the print head using the printer software. Click the ? or Help button 
on your printer settings screen for instructions on running the print head cleaning utility.
1. Make sure the Stylus Photo RX620 is turned on but not printing. 
2. Press the 
Setup button to enter setup mode.
3....

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5. Examine the printout. For each row (#1 through #4), circle the vertical lines 
that are most precisely printed on top of each other. You may need to use a 
magnifying glass or loupe.
.
6. On the RX620 screen, enter the number for the circled line in the first row by 
pressing the l and r buttons. 
7. Press 
OK, then enter the numbers for the circled lines in each of the remaining 
rows in the same way.
8. When you’re done, you see a 
Head alignment completed message. Press OK...