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Always test samples of paper stock in the printer before purchasing large 
quantities or printing large jobs. When you use non-Epson paper or other 
media, you may need to adjust various settings or create special paper 
configurations. (See page 45 for more information.) 
Guidelines for Using Epson Media
Follow these guidelines, as well as those included in your paper package, 
when printing on Epson paper and other media:
Avoid touching the printable surface with your bare hands. Fingerprints 
may affect print quality. Handle media by the edges or use cotton 
gloves.
Always choose the correct Media Type setting in your printer driver 
software before you send your job. See page 53 (Macintosh) or page 66 
(Windows) for instructions.
Always select the correct paper source in both the printer driver software 
and on the printer’s control panel. See page 50 (Macintosh) or page 68 
(Windows) for instructions on selecting the paper source in your printer 
software.
Keep unused media in its original packaging and store it flat in a cool, 
dry place to maintain quality. Avoid storing your printouts where they 
will be exposed to high temperature, humidity, or direct sunlight.
Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper 8.5” × 11” 20 S041636
13” × 19” 20 S041637
17” × 22” 25 S042097 
Epson UltraSmooth
® Fine Art Paper  13” × 19” 25 S041896
17” × 22” 25 S041897 
Epson Singleweight Matte Paper  13” × 19” 100 S041747
17” × 22” 100  S041907
Paper typeSizeNumber of sheetsPart number
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Choosing the Correct Paper Path
The printer provides three paths for loading media: 
Auto sheet feeder
(multiple sheets)
Rear manual feed slot
(one sheet only)
Front manual feed slot
(one sheet only)
It’s very important to use the correct paper path and to load the correct 
number of sheets. For example, you can load only one sheet at a time in the 
front and rear slots, and poster board can be inserted only in the front slot. If 
you need to make sure the paper stays flat, use the rear manual slot or the 
front slot.
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The following table shows which path to choose for the type of media you 
are using and the maximum number of sheets you can load for the different 
types of special Epson media. The letter 
A stands for the auto sheet feeder, 
Rstands for the rear manual feed slot, and F stands for the front manual
feed slot.
Paper typePaper pathSizeAuto sheet feeder 
loading capacity *
Plain paper A 8.5” × 11”  120
Epson Presentation Paper Matte 
Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet PaperA, R, F 8.3” × 11. 7” 60
8.5” × 11”  60
8.5” × 14”  50
11” × 17”  20
13” × 19”  20
16.5” × 23.4” 20
A, R 17” × 22” 20
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy 
Epson Premium Glossy Photo PaperA 4” × 6” 20
5” × 7” 20
8” × 10” 20
A, R, F 8.5” × 11” 20
11” × 14” 10
11” × 17” 10
11.7” × 16.5” 10
13” × 19” 10
A, R 17” × 22” 10
Epson Premium Photo Paper Luster
Epson Premium Luster Photo PaperA, R, F 8.5” × 11” 20
11.7” × 16.5” 10
13” × 19” 10
A,R 17” × 22” 10
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo PaperA 4” × 6”  20
A, R, F 8.5” × 11” 20 
13” × 19” 10
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* Always load only 1 sheet at a time in the front or rear slot.
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation 
Paper Matte 
Epson Enhanced Matte PaperA, R, F 8.5” × 11” 20
11.7” × 16.5” 20
13” × 19” 10
A, R 17” × 22” 10
Epson Proofing Paper Commercial 
Semimatte A, R, F 13” × 19” 1
Epson Singleweight Matte Paper  A, R, F 13” × 19” 50
A, R 17” × 22” 10
Epson Watercolor Paper - Radiant White  R 13” × 19” 1
Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper R 8.5” × 11” 1
13” × 19” 1
17” × 22” 1
Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper R 13” × 19” 1
17” × 22” 1
Paper typePaper pathSizeAuto sheet feeder 
loading capacity *
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Loading Paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder
Using the auto sheet feeder, you can load up to 120 sheets of plain paper 
and varying amounts of special media types. Refer to the table starting on 
page 33 to see how many sheets you can load for your paper type. Then 
follow these steps:
1. Make sure the printer is turned on and 
READY appears on the LCD.
2. Flip up the paper guide and pull out as many of its extensions as you 
need to support your paper size.
3. Press the front cover to release it and open the output tray.
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4. Use both hands to pull out and extend the output tray, lifting it slightly 
as you pull. Make sure the arrow marks on the tray and the printer are 
aligned. 
5. Pull out the output tray extensions to accommodate your paper size.
6. Squeeze the left edge guide and slide it to the left so that it is slightly 
wider than the width of your paper.
7. If you are loading multiple sheets, thumb through the stack of paper, 
then gently tap it on a flat surface to even the edges.
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If the paper is curled, flatten it before you load it. If it curls excessively 
and jams frequently, see page 121 for solutions.
8. Load the paper against the right edge, face-up and short edge first. Insert 
it until it meets resistance. Slide the edge guide against the left side of the 
paper.
You’re ready to print.
If the paper skews when you’re printing on large sheets, flip out the edge 
guide located on the right side of the auto sheet feeder to help the paper feed 
straight.
Caution: Do not leave 
paper in the printer for a 
long period of time; its 
quality will deteriorate. 
Epson recommends that 
you remove the paper 
from the printer after 
printing.
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Loading Paper Into the Rear Manual Feed Slot
Use the rear manual slot to load special media one sheet at a time. (See the 
table on page 33 for a list of papers you can load in the rear slot.) 
1. Make sure the printer is on and 
READY appears on the LCD.
2. Attach the rear sheet guide to the back of the printer.
3. Slide the edge guide to the left so it is slightly wider than the width of 
your paper.
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4. Insert one sheet face-up and short edge first into the rear sheet guide 
against the right edge guide.
5. Slide the edge guide against the left edge of the paper.
6. Gently guide the paper into the slot until it meets resistance. Maintain a 
constant pressure; after a few seconds you’ll feel the printer pull the 
paper into printing position.
Note: If you want to 
remove the paper, press 
the dPaper feed button 
on the control panel to 
back out the sheet.
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7. Use both hands to pull out and extend the output tray, lifting it slightly 
as you pull. Make sure the arrow marks on the tray and the printer are 
aligned. 
You’re ready to print.
Loading Paper Into the Front Manual Feed Slot
Use the front manual feed slot when you need to print on thick media 
(1.2 to 1.5 mm), such as posterboard. Make sure there is enough space 
behind the back of the printer for the paper to feed without obstruction.
Caution: Do not leave 
paper in the printer for a 
long period of time; its 
quality will deteriorate. 
Epson recommends that 
you remove the paper 
from the printer after 
printing.
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