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95. Slide the edge guide snug against the paper, but not so tight that the paper is bent.Note: Always keep unused paper in the original package and st

998. Click EPSON CardMonitor in the program list and click the Add/Remove button. Then follow the on-screen instructions. 9. Restart your computer whe

1005. Double-click the Installer icon and click Continue.6. In the Installer dialog box, select Uninstall from the pull-down menu and click the Uninst

101Windows XP and 2000First, you need to set up PictureMate as a shared printer on the computer that it is directly connected to. Then, you must insta

102If you want Windows XP or 2000 to automatically download printer drivers to computers that are running different versions of Windows, click Additio

1034. Select Network printer, then click Next.5. On the next screen, click Next.6. Double-click the icon of the computer that is directly connected to

104Note: If a dialog box appears asking you to insert the Windows Me or 98 CD-ROM, insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive and follow the on-screen instru

1054. Select Network printer, then click Next.5. On the next screen, click Browse.6. Double-click the icon of the computer that PictureMate is directl

1064. Click the checkbox next to Printer Sharing, then close System Preferences. Note: To share your printer with Windows, click the Windows File Shar

107Setting Up a Shared PrinterTo share PictureMate with other computers on an AppleTalk network, follow these steps to configure the computer that it

1085. Select the appropriate Background Printing radio button to turn background printing on or off.6. Close the Chooser.Downloaded from ManualsPrinte

10Printing From Your ComputerWhen you print from your computer, you can edit, enhance, and organize your photos, using your photo software, such as Ad

109System RequirementsTo use PictureMate with your computer, your system must meet the requirements in these sections: Windows System Requirements M

110 CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the PictureMate software Built-in USB port and a shielded USB “AB” cable up to 6.5 feet (2 meters) long.Cauti

111Important Safety InstructionsBefore using PictureMate, read the following safety instructions to make sure you use it safely and effectively: Pict

112 Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base of the printer in all directions. The printer will not operate properly

113 Install the photo cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. If you leave a cartridge unpacked for a long time before using it,

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115Specifications Printing Paper Photo Cartridge Mechanical Electrical Environmental AC Adapter Built-in Card Slots External Storage Devices

116PictureMate Photo Paper(Included in PictureMate Print Pack - T5570)Premium Glossy Photo Paper(part# S041727 - 100 sheets)Caution: Don’t load plain

117(Included in PictureMate Print Pack - T5570) * Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 77 °F (25 °C).Caution: To ensure good results

118ElectricalNote: Check the label on the back of PictureMate for the voltage information.Dimensions StorageWidth: 10.0 inches (256 mm) Depth: 6.0 inc

113. Make sure EPSON PictureMate is selected.4. Click the Preferences or Properties button. (If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it.

119Environmental* Stored in shipping container** Without condensationAC AdapterTemperature Operation: 50 to 95 °F (10 to 35 °C)Storage: –4 to 104 °F (

120Built-in Card SlotsExternal Storage Devices* Not all USB devices are supported. Contact your regional customer support for details.Card Slots CF Ty

121Standards and ApprovalsSafety UL 60950CSA C22.2 No. 60950EMC FCC part 15 Subpart B class BCSA C108.8 Class BDownloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manu

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123Notices How many photos will I get from a PictureMate Print Pack? PictureMate Print Pack Satisfaction Guarantee: Copyright Notice A Note Concer

124PictureMate Print Pack Satisfaction Guarantee:If you are dissatisfied because you receive less than 100 prints per PictureMate Print Pack, you can

125Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or

12 To bring out the fine details of a particularly intricate photo, select Enhance Fine Details (printing may be slower).Tip: For more information ab

13Printing From a Macintosh ComputerFollow the steps below for the operating system you are printing from: Macintosh OS X Macintosh OS 9Macintosh O

144. When you’re finished with the Page Setup settings, click OK.5. Select Print from the File menu. You see a screen like this:6. Select Print Settin

15 Layout, to select page layout options Output Options, to save your print job as a PDF file Summary, to view a list of all your selections9. Clic

16Macintosh OS 91. From the File menu, select Page Setup. You see the following:2. Make sure PictureMate is selected. If not, you need to select it in

17 If you want to adjust your photo colors, you can change the Color Option. Select Auto Correction to automatically adjust colors, or Sepia to chang

18 To check your ink levels, click .Note: If you’re not using background printing and you need to cancel printing, hold down the J key and press the

1ContentsPictureMate User’s Guide 6Getting to Know Your PictureMate 7Loading Paper 8Supported Paper Types 9Printing From Your Computer 10Printing From

19Note: If you need help with Film Factory, select it from the Help menu or check the on-screen Getting Started Guide that was installed with Film Fac

204. Click Standard Prints on the left side of the screen. You see three buttons:Note: You can also select other print options on the left side of the

212. To print the current date with your photo, click the Print Date box.3. Windows and Macintosh 9.x: Select these options in the Printer Settings bo

224. Click the Print button on the left side of the screen. You see more options:5. If your photo doesn’t look right in the preview, click the Back bu

23 Compatible Memory Cards Photo Image File Requirements Inserting Your Memory Card and Copying Photos Configuring PhotoStarter Preparing to Remo

24Your PictureMate recognizes and prints the first 999 photos on your memory card. Note: PictureMate supports P.I.M. (PRINT Image Matching) and Exif P

253. Push the card in until it stops (it won’t go in all the way). When the card is in, the card light comes on.4. Close the memory card door. Note: I

26You can choose any of the options to copy, view, or print your photos. To copy photos to your computer, select Copy pictures to a folder on my compu

27Configuring PhotoStarterFollow these steps to set up PhotoStarter to copy photos to your computer: 1. When you see this message, click Next. The Pho

28You can go back and change settings at any time by opening PhotoStarter: In Windows, click Start, point to Programs (or All Programs), Film Factor

2Printing All Your Photos From the PictureMate Print Wizard 38Printing Some of Your Photos From the PictureMate Print Wizard 39Viewing the PictureMate

29 For Windows 98 or Me, make sure the card light on PictureMate is not flashing. On a Macintosh, drag the memory card icon from your desktop to the

30 For a CD-R/RW or Zip drive, connect your drive’s USB cable to the EXT/IF port on the back of your PictureMate. Insert a CD-R or Zip disk in the dr

317. When your photos are saved, you see the following screen. Press OK.Caution: Don’t remove the drive or memory card while the photos are being save

32Storing Unused PaperReturn unused paper to the original package. Store paper away from extreme temperatures, high humidity, and bright light.Downloa

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34Printing Without a ComputerPictureMate lets you print photos quickly and easily without a computer. Just insert your digital camera’s memory card, c

35 MMCTM (MultiMediaCard™) xD Picture CardTM Sony Memory Stick® Memory Stick DuoTM (requires Memory Stick Duo Adapter) Memory Stick PROTM Memory

36Inserting Your Memory Card1. Make sure PictureMate is on, then flip down the memory card door. 2. Insert the memory card into one of the three slots

374. Close the memory card door. Note: Insert just one card at a time. PictureMate can’t read multiple cards at once.Removing Your Memory CardTo remov

38Press Cancel if you have already printed a proof sheet for the photos currently on your card or if you want to print all your photos and don’t need

3Software Installation Problems 90Printing Problems 91Memory Card Problems 92Print Quality Problems 93Problems With Paper Feeding 94Miscellaneous Prin

39Tip: To start the PictureMate Wizard again, remove and re-insert your card (see Inserting Your Memory Card). Printing Some of Your Photos From the P

40If you chose the wrong photo, you can deselect it. Highlight the selected photo and press OK to uncheck it. If you need to change the number of copi

41Tip: You can also crop your photos, print in black and white or sepia, or add the time or date. (See Doing More With Your Prints.)If the PictureMate

42All Photos 1. Press or to highlight Select Photo, then press OK. 2. Press or to highlight All Photos, then press OK. 3. Go to Setting the Numb

43You see the selected photo on the Main Menu:4. Go to Setting the Number of Copies in the Main Menu to continue. Several PhotosYou can choose any pho

445. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each additional photo. The screen shows selected photos and a number of copies for each. (You may need to press or to

453. Press or to choose the first photo under From. Then press OK.Tip: Hold down or to scroll quickly. 4. Press or to choose the last photo un

46If DPOF has been deselected and you want to select it again, follow these steps: 1. On the Main Menu, press or to highlight Select Photo, then p

472. Press or to highlight the number of copies you want to print for each photo (1 - 100), then press OK. 3. Continue with Choosing a Layout to ch

48Before printing, you may want to select other options for your photos. See Doing More With Your Prints for details. 1. Press Print.2. Confirm your

4AC Adapter 119Built-in Card Slots 120External Storage Devices 120Standards and Approvals 121Notices 123How many photos will I get from a PictureMate

49All of these features are available under More Options on PictureMate’s Main Menu. Note: The features described in this section do not affect or rep

50Note: This setting remains in effect for all photos until you press and hold Cancel for 3 seconds or turn your PictureMate off. Cropping Your PhotoI

514. Choose the number for the area you want to print.5. Press or to highlight Crop, then press OK. 6. Press or to highlight the number you chos

522. Press or to highlight Auto Correct, then press OK. 3. Press or to choose one of the options. Enhance - automatically adjusts photos using

532. To print the date, press or to highlight Date Stamp, then press OK. 3. Press or to choose a setting: None (default; turns off the date sta

549. Continue with Confirming and Printing to print your photos. Note: This setting remains in effect for all photos until you press and hold Cancel f

55Turning the PictureMate Print Wizard Off or OnWhen you first insert a memory card, the PictureMate Print Wizard guides you to print a proof sheet, t

56When the Print Confirmation is On, you see a screen like this that lets you check settings before printing: When the Print Confirmation is Off, the

572. Press or to highlight Maintenance, then press OK.3. Press or to highlight LCD Contrast, then press OK.4. When you see this message, press O

582. Connect your camera’s USB cable to the port on the back of PictureMate. 3. Use your camera’s controls to print photos on PictureMate. See your ca

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593. Connect your CD or Zip drive’s USB cable to the port on the back of PictureMate, or plug your flash memory drive into the USB port on the back of

60 If you see this screen, see Viewing the PictureMate Main Menu to learn more about printing from the Main Menu. Printing Wirelessly From a Bluetoot

61Printing With Bluetooth1. Make sure PictureMate is on but not printing. Caution: Do not connect the Bluetooth Photo Print adapter while PictureMate

62Note: To print from a device with encryption, to use pairing, to use a passkey, or to adjust Bluetooth settings, see Choosing Bluetooth Settings.Dis

633. Choose settings in the Bluetooth option menus listed below. Option Settings DescriptionBT Device Name PictureMate-(number)(Default = 0) If multip

64BT Passkey Any four-digit number (Default = 0000)Bluetooth PIN The Passkey Setting allows you to set the four-digit Passkey that must be entered int

65Replacing the Photo CartridgeYour PictureMate will let you know when the photo cartridge is low or expended. When the photo cartridge is low, it’s a

66 PictureMate Status Monitor for Macintosh OS X PictureMate Status Monitor for Macintosh OS 9PictureMate LCD Screen1. On the Main Menu, press or

67PictureMate Status Monitor for WindowsYou can check the amount of ink remaining in the photo cartridge using EPSON Status Monitor 3 or the progress

68The progress meter dialog box appears automatically when you send a print job to the printer. You can check the remaining amount of ink from this di

6PictureMate User’s GuideThis User’s Guide tells you how to print from PictureMate,TM print from a computer, troubleshoot PictureMate, save your photo

693. Click the EPSON StatusMonitor button. The EPSON StatusMonitor window appears, showing the approximate amount of ink left in the photo cartridge.4

70The EPSON StatusMonitor window appears, showing the approximate amount of ink left in the photo cartridge. Buying a PictureMate Print PackThe Pictur

71You can also buy the Print Pack from the Epson Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 4

723. Flip the handle over to the front. 4. Open the cartridge door. 5. Move the lever to the Release position by sliding it in the direction shown. Th

736. Carefully pull out the cartridge and dispose of it properly. Warning: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink.I

743. Slide the cartridge straight into the slot, label side up, until it is fully inserted. Push in both sides evenly to make sure it is not crooked.

754. Move the lever right to the Lock position. If it does not lock in place, the cartridge is crooked; you need to push in whichever side is sticking

76When PictureMate recognizes the new photo cartridge, it starts charging the ink and you see an ink charging message. When charging is complete, you

775. Disconnect the power cord and any connected USB cable from the back of PictureMate. 6. Pack both the PictureMate and its power cable in the box t

78Caution: Never use a hard or abrasive brush, or alcohol or thinner for cleaning; they can damage the components and case.Don’t get water on the comp

7Getting to Know Your PictureMatePaper support (load photo paper here)Turn PictureMate on or offSave your photos to an external drive (CD-R, Zip disk,

792. Press or to highlight Maintenance, then press OK.3. Press or to highlight Clean Print Head, then press OK.4. When you see this message, pre

80If you see any gaps (as shown below), you need to clean the print head again.7. If there are gaps, press OK to clean the print head again. If there

815. Press the Print button when you see the next message. 6. When the pattern prints, look at the print and see which line pattern is the straightes

82Macintosh OS X: Open the Applications folder and select EPSON Printer Utility. Select PictureMate in the printer list, click OK, and select Nozzle C

833. Follow the instructions on the screen to clean the print head. Cleaning takes about 40 seconds. PictureMate makes some noise and its screen displ

84Examining the Nozzle Check PatternExamine the nozzle check pattern you printed. Each staggered line should be solid, with no gaps, as shown. If you

854. Follow the instructions on the screen to print a test page. You see a window like this one:5. On the test page, select the square without any vis

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87Solving ProblemsThere are several ways to diagnose problems: To identify the most common problems, check for Control Panel Messages. If your Pictu

88Load or remove and reload paper in the paper support, and press the OK button to clear this message. PictureMate resumes printing. See Loading Paper

8Loading Paper1. Open the output tray.Note: Keep the PictureMate handle to the back, under the paper feeder and all the way down, to allow paper to fe

89Running a Printer CheckYou may need to run a printer check to see if a problem comes from PictureMate itself or some other source.1. If PictureMate

906. PictureMate prints a page showing a nozzle check pattern. (If the pattern has gaps, you need to clean the print head; see Improving Print Quality

91 Make sure Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, or XP was preinstalled on your system. The USB Printer Device Driver may not install correctly if you’ve upgrad

92Printing is too slow.Because of PictureMate’s high print quality, it may take a little while to print your photos. If you are printing from a comput

93Print Quality ProblemsYou see banding (light lines). The print head may need cleaning; see Cleaning the Print Head Directly from PictureMate or Cle

94 The photo cartridge may be old or low on ink. See Replacing the Photo Cartridge for instructions on replacing it. Make sure your paper isn’t dam

95 Use new paper, loaded printable side up. Don’t load paper above the arrow mark on the left edge guide. Load a maximum of 20 sheets. Place the pa

96 Your photo size may not match the width/height proportions (aspect ratio) of the paper size or layout you’re using. Photos may be cropped to fit t

97Where To Get HelpEpson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services listed

98You can purchase a PictureMate Print Pack with PictureMate Photo Paper and a photo cartridge, and other PictureMate accessories from the Epson Store