Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions
Read all of the instructions in this section before using your printer. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. Leave enough space in front of the printer for the paper to be fully ejected. Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also, keep the printer and the AC adapter away from direct sunlight, strong light, water, or heat sources. Do not leave the printer in a place subject to high temperature, such as in a car. Also, keep the printer away from direct sunlight, strong light, and heat sources. Otherwise, the printer may be damaged or ink may leak. Avoid places subject to dust, shock, or vibration. Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient ventilation. Place the AC adapter near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged. Do not place or store the printer, the AC adapter, or the optional battery outdoors.
When choosing a place for the printer
Observe the following when choosing a place for the printer: Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base of the printer in all directions. If you place the printer by the wall, leave more than 10 cm between the back of the printer and the wall. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted at an angle. When storing or transporting the printer, do not tilt it, stand it on its side, or turn it upside down. Otherwise, ink may leak from the cartridge.
When setting up your printer
Observe the following when setting up the printer: Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the printer. Power supply cords should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place objects on top of power-supply cords and do not allow the AC adapter or power-supply cords to be stepped on or run over. Be particularly careful to keep all power-supply cords straight at the ends and the points where they enter and leave the AC adapter. Use only the power-supply cords that comes with this product. Use of another cord may result in fire or electrical shock, or injury. The AC adapter model A361H is designed for use with the printer with which it was included. Do not attempt to use it with other electronic devices unless specified.
Use only the type of power source indicated on the AC adapter's label, and always supply power directly from a standard domestic electrical outlet with the AC power cord that meets the relevant local safety standards. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off. Avoid using electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones. Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord, AC adapter, and the optional battery. If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cords ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlets ampere rating.

Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the AC adapter, power cord, printer, and options by yourself except as specifically explained in the printer's guides. Unplug the printer and the AC adapter, remove the optional battery from the printer, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer, the AC adapter, or the optional battery; the printer, the AC adapter or the optional battery has been dropped or the casing damaged; the printer, the AC adapter or the optional battery does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. (Do not adjust controls that are not covered by the operating instructions.)
For United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong users
Replace fuses only with fuses of the correct size and rating.
Safety requirements Mains plug: Use a 3-pin mains plug that is registered with the Safety Authority. Flexible cord: Use a double insulated flexible cord that is certified* to the relevant IEC or BS standards. Appliance connector: Use an appliance connector certified* to the relevant IEC or BS Standards.
* certified by member of IECEE CB Scheme.
Do not use with wet hands.

For United Kingdom users

If you plan to use the AC adapter in Germany, the building installation must be protected by a10 or 16 amp circuit breaker to provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current protection for this printer. The following safety information applies to the AC adapter. Warning: Refer to the rating plate for the voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.
Important: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with following code: Blue - Neutral, Brown - Live
Do not insert objects through the slots in the printer. Take care not to spill liquid on the printer and the AC adapter. Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the photo cartridge during printing. Always turn the printer off using the d On button. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the outlet until the power light goes out. Before transporting the printer, make sure that the photo cartridge is in place. Leave the photo cartridge installed. Removing the cartridge can dehydrate the print head and may prevent the printer from printing.
If you have to fit a plug: As the colours of the mains lead of the appliance may not match the coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug, please observe the following: The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N. The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter L. If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician.

Bluetooth Device Name

Pairing
This mode requires that the four-digit Passkey be entered into a device before it can communicate with and print from the printer. Select ON to encrypt communication. Encryption requires that the four-digit Passkey be entered into a device before it can communicate with and print from the printer.

ON/OFF (Default = OFF)

Bluetooth Encryption
Any four-digit number (Default = 0000)
Bluetooth Passkey Set at the factory (Example) 11-11-11-11-11-11
The Passkey setting allows you to set the four-digit Passkey that must be entered into a device before printing if Pairing is selected as the BT Comm. Mode or if BT Encryption is ON. Displays the unique Bluetooth Device Address of the printer.
Press the or button to select the desired bluetooth option. Change the settings of each item. See Outline of settings on page 29 for information about Bluetooth settings.
The Bluetooth Passkey Setting (PIN Code Set)
If you select Pairing as the BT Comm. Mode or ON as the BT Encryption setting, the Passkey must be entered into a Bluetooth wireless-capable device before it can communicate with and print from the printer. The default Passkey is 0000. To change the Passkey, follow the instructions below. 1. 2. Press the Mode button to select. Press the press the or button to select Passkey, then Start button.

Bluetooth Device Address

Making settings
1. Connect the Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter to your printer. See Connecting and Disconnecting the Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter on page 28 Caution: Be sure that the printer is not operating before connecting this product. Otherwise, the printer may malfunction. 2. Press the Mode button to select.
Press the or button to select a number for the digit, then press the or button to change the digit.
Print the data from your Bluetooth enabled device.
Note: The settings available may vary among Bluetooth wireless-capable devices. For more information, refer to your devices documentation. For more information about printing from Bluetooth wireless-capable mobile phones, digital still cameras, digital video cameras, PDAs, mobile PCs and other Bluetooth wireless-capable device, refer to the documentation for both the device and the printer.
Select numbers for the other digits in the same manner, then press the Start button to activate the Passkey.

Printing

1. Make sure the Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter is connected to PictureMate and Bluetooth settings have been made. For details on connecting the Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter, see Connecting and Disconnecting the Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter on page 28. See Bluetooth Settings on page 29 to set the Bluetooth settings. Use the PictureMates control panel to adjust the print settings. (For example Layout, Color Effect, and Auto Correct)

Do not touch this part.

Note: Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it. Do not shake the used photo cartridge; otherwise, it may leak. The photo cartridge must be replaced when any one of the colors is depleted. The rate that a specific color of ink is consumed depends on the images printed.
If you remove the photo cartridge for later use, be sure to protect the ink supply ports from dirt and dust; store it in the same environment as the printer. Note that there is a valve in the ink supply ports, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink supply ports or surrounding area. Be sure to always install a photo cartridge into the printer immediately following the removal of the current photo cartridge. If a photo cartridge is not installed promptly, the print head may dry out, rendering it unable to print.
Remove the replacement photo cartridge from its package.
Place the cartridge properly into the cartridge holder, then push it in until you feel resistance and hear the cartridge faintly click into place.
Set the lever to the Lock position by sliding it in the direction shown.
10. Close the cartridge compartment cover. Note: After installing the cartridge, make sure the sides of the cartridge are even. If either side of the cartridge sticks out, push the side of the cartridge until it clicks. Note: If you cannot close the cartridge compartment cover, the photo cartridge is not installed correctly. Go back to the Step 6 and eject the photo cartridge. Then install the photo cartridge again. 11. Move the handle all the way down.
Taking PictureMate With You
PictureMates handle makes it easy to carry short distances. If your PictureMate is going to travel a longer distance, you should pack it carefully to protect it from getting damaged. Caution: Keep PictureMate out of the sun and dont leave it in your car or other location where it can get too hot. 4. Push down the top of the paper support and close it against PictureMate. Then close the output tray.
5. 1. 2. If PictureMate is on, turn it off. Wait until the LCD screen goes blank, then unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Remove paper from the paper support and output tray.

Disconnect the power cord and any connected USB cable from the back of PictureMate.
Pack PictureMate along with its power cord and AC adapter in the box that PictureMate came.
Caution: Make sure the photo cartridge is installed before transporting. Dont place PictureMate on its side or upside down, or ink may leak. Note: If your prints dont look as good after PictureMate has been moved, try aligning the print head. See Aligning the Print Head on page 41.

Maintaining PictureMate

Checking the Print Head Nozzles
If you find that the printout is unexpectedly faint or that dots are missing, you may be able to identify the problem by checking the print head nozzles. 1. Make sure that PictureMate is turned on and no warnings or errors are displayed on the LCD panel. Load a sheet of paper. See Loading Paper on page 12. Press the Mode button to select. Press the Nozzles. or button to select Check Ink
The above sample may be shown in black and white, but the actual test prints in color (Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow). Needs Cleaning

Press the pattern.

Start button to print the nozzle check
The nozzle check pattern is printed out. See the following illustration.
The printer will print a nozzle check pattern. Below are sample printouts.
If the nozzle check page does not print satisfactorily (for example, if any segment of the printed lines is missing), there is a problem with the printer. This could be a clogged ink nozzle or a misaligned print head. See Cleaning the Print Head on page 40.

Cleaning the Print Head

If your print quality is not as good as it used to be, if your photos are light or faint, or you are missing colors in your prints, your print head nozzles may be clogged. Note: Print head cleaning consumes some ink. To avoid wasting ink, clean the print head only if print quality declines; for example, if the printout is blurry or the color is incorrect or missing. Use the Nozzle Check function first to confirm that the print head needs to be cleaned. This saves ink. If a message on the LCD screen tells you that the cartridge is empty or low on ink, you cannot clean the print head. You must first replace the photo cartridge. Make sure that PictureMate is turned on and no warnings or errors are displayed on the LCD panel. Press the Mode button to select.

Press the Head.

button to select Clean Print

Press the head.

Start button to start cleaning the print
The processing icon appears on the screen while cleaning is in progress.
When cleaning finishes, print a nozzle check pattern to check the results. See Checking the Print Head Nozzles on page 39.

Aligning the Print Head

If you have moved PictureMate and print quality is not as good as it was beforefor example, you see misaligned vertical lines or light or dark horizontal bandingyou may need to align the print head. 1. Make sure that PictureMate is turned on and no warnings or errors are displayed on the LCD panel. Load a sheet of photo paper. See Loading Paper on page 12. Press the Mode button to select. Press the or button to select Align Print Head.

The following alignment sheet is printed.
Look at the alignment pattern in each set and find the patch which is most evenly printed, with no noticeable streaks or lines. Press the or button to highlight the number for the best pattern (1 to 9).

Press the screen.

Start button to exit the alignment
Start button to print the alignment

Cleaning PictureMate

To keep PictureMate operating at its best, clean it thoroughly several times a year as follows. 1. 2. 3. Turn off PictureMate and unplug the power cord. Remove any paper from the paper support. Use a soft brush to carefully clean away all dust and dirt from the paper support. If the outer case or the inside of the paper support is dirty, wipe it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with mild detergent. Keep the output tray closed to prevent water from getting inside.
Caution: Never use alcohol or thinner to clean the printer, as these chemicals can damage the components as well as the case. Be careful not to get water on the printer mechanism or electronic components. Do not use a hard or abrasive brush. Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants. Unsuitable oils can damage the mechanism. Contact your dealer or a qualified service person if lubrication is needed.

Troubleshooting

The solutions herein are for problems when printing directly from a memory card. If you are using the optional battery, it may be empty, or it may not be installed all the way into the compartment. See Charging the battery on page 52 for instructions on charging the battery. See Installing the battery on page 51 for instructions on installing the battery.

Error/Warning Messages

You can identify many common printer problems using the display on your printers LCD panel. See Panel Icon List on page 61.
LCD panel came on and then went out The printers voltage may not match the outlet rating. Turn off the printer and unplug it immediately. Then, check the printer labels. Caution: If the voltage does not match, DO NOT PLUG YOUR PRINTER BACK IN. Contact your dealer. Power light came on and then went out If you are using the optional battery, it may be empty, or it may not be installed all the way into the compartment. See Charging the battery on page 52 for instructions on charging the battery. See Installing the battery on page 51 for instructions on installing the battery.

Printer Power Problems

LCD panel is off Press the d On button to make sure that the printer is on. Turn off the printer and make sure that the power cord is securely plugged in. Make sure that your outlet works and is not controlled by a wall switch or timer.

Print and Noise Problems

PictureMate makes an unexpected noise after you install a photo cartridge. The first time you install the photo cartridge, PictureMate will charge its print head for about three and a half minutes. Wait until charging finishes before you turn it off, or it may charge improperly and use more ink the next time you turn it on. Your PictureMate makes an unexpected noise when you turn it on or after it has been sitting for awhile. PictureMate is performing routine maintenance. PictureMate sounds as though it is printing, but nothing prints. PictureMate may be preparing to print. Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. To clean the print head, see Cleaning the Print Head on page 40. PictureMate wont work properly if its tilted or at an angle. Place it on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the printer base in all directions.

Make sure paper is not jammed and is loaded correctly so it can feed into PictureMate. Make sure the handle is not resting on the paper. See Loading Paper on page 12 for paper loading instructions.
Your memory card does not work correctly. Make sure you are using a compatible memory card. See Inserting Your Memory Card on page 14. Make sure only one card is inserted at a time. PictureMate does not read from multiple cards at once. Photos must be in JPEG or Uncompressed TIFF format and taken with a DCF-compliant camera. PictureMate can recognize and print the first 999 photos on your memory card.

Photo Quality Problems

You see banding (light lines) in your prints.
Use the PictureMate Photo Paper to ensure proper saturation, absorption of ink, and quality. Make sure you load paper with the glossy side face up. Make sure your paper isnt damp or curled, or loaded face down (the glossy side should be face up). If its damp or curled, load a new stack of paper.
The print head nozzles may need cleaning; see Cleaning the Print Head on page 40. Make sure the glossy side of the paper is face up. The photo cartridge may need replacing. To replace the cartridge, see Replacing the Photo Cartridge on page 33. The print head may need aligning; see Aligning the Print Head on page 41.
Your printout is faint or has gaps in the image.
The print head may need aligning; see Aligning the Print Head on page 41. The print head nozzles may need cleaning; see Cleaning the Print Head on page 40 for instructions. The photo cartridge may be old or low on ink. To replace the photo cartridge, see Replacing the Photo Cartridge on page 33.
Your printout is blurry or smeared.
Make sure your paper isnt damaged, old, dirty, or loaded face down. If it is, reload a new stack of paper with the glossy side up.
Colors in your photo are wrong or missing. Make sure the Color Effect setting is set to Color for color photos. See Printing Photos in Black and White or Sepia on page 18. The print head nozzles may need cleaning; see Cleaning the Print Head on page 40. The photo cartridge may be old or low on ink. To replace the cartridge, see Replacing the Photo Cartridge on page 33.

Make sure the paper support is pulled up, all the way out, and is not leaning on the handle. The handle should be all the way down in back of PictureMate. Make sure the handle is not resting on the paper. See Loading Paper on page 12. If paper doesnt feed, remove it from the paper support, reload it against the right edge, then slide the left edge guide against the paper (but not too tightly). If multiple pages feed at once, remove the paper from the paper support, separate the sheets, and carefully reload it. If paper jams, remove the paper, then press the Start button to clear the jam. Load paper glossy side up. Load up to a maximum of 20 sheets. Place the paper against the right edge and slide the edge guide against it, but not so tight that paper cant move. Dont load plain paper; this may damage PictureMate. Make sure you are using available paper for this printer (see Consumable Products on page 50). Store paper flat to help prevent curling.
Problems With Paper Feeding
Paper doesnt eject fully or is wrinkled. If its wrinkled when it ejects, the paper may be damp or too thin. Paper doesnt feed correctly or jams in the printer.
Miscellaneous Printout Problems
The printer prints blank pages. The print head may need cleaning. See Cleaning the Print Head on page 40. The borders or layout are incorrect. Check your Layout setting to see if it is correct. See Basic Photo Printing on page 16. If you have a border on one side of your photo but not the other, make sure the paper is positioned correctly in the paper support, all the way to the right. Slide the edge guide against the paper. If the subject of your photo is very close to the edge of the image, you may want to select Border as the Layout setting. This prevents the automatic enlargement of your photo (to eliminate the borders) which may be causing part of your image to be cut off.
The wrong photo is printed. If your camera supports DPOF, you can pre-select photos so PictureMate will print only the ones you want. See Printing Camera-Selected DPOF Photos on page 17. If your camera is PictBridge- or USB DP-enabled, you can connect it to PictureMate and control printing from your camera. See Printing From a PictBridge-Enabled Camera on page 25.

Contacting Customer Support
Regional Customer Services
If your Epson product is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information in your product documentation, contact customer support services for assistance. Check your Pan-European Warranty Document for information on how to contact EPSON Customer support. They will be able to help you much more quickly if you give them the following information: Product serial number (The serial number label is usually on the back of the product.) Product model Product software version (Click About, Version Info, or similar button in the product software.) Brand and model of your computer Your computer operating system name and version Names and versions of the software applications you normally use with your product
Note: For more information on Contacting Customer Support, see the Online User's Guide included in the software CD-ROM
Technical Support Web Site
Go to http://www.epson.com and select the Support section of your local EPSON web site for the latest drivers, FAQs, manuals and other downloadables. Epson's Technical Support Web Site provides help with problems that cannot be solved using the troubleshooting information in your printer documentation. If you have a Web browser and can connect to the Internet, access the site at: http://support.epson.net/
Options and Consumable Products

Options

Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter
Bluetooth unit C12C824 Note: The asterisk is a substitute for the last digit of the product number, which varies by location. See Printing From a Bluetooth Device on page 27

Consumable Products

The following photo cartridge and Epson special paper are available for PictureMate.
PictureMate PicturePack (PictureMate Photo Cartridge and PictureMate Photo Paper) PictureMate Photo Cartridge EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper cm (in.) EPSON Premium Semigloss Photo Paper cm (in.) T5730
T573 S041692 S041730 S041750 S041925

Icon Status Sufficient battery power
* When printing from a Memory Stick with a fully charged, fresh battery, at room temperature. The number of sheets varies depending on the memory card, data size, and other conditions.

Auto Power Off

When the battery is used to power PictureMate, PictureMate will automatically turn off to save battery power if it is idle for about 15 minutes. Note: When a memory card is inserted and PictureMate is connected to a computer, it will not turn off automatically.
When the icon is yellow, battery power is low. When the icon is red, battery power is almost empty. Battery power is running out.

Battery is charging.

Battery is fully charged.

Printer Specifications

Printer
Dimensions Storage Width: 256 mm (10.0 inches) Depth: 154 mm (6.1 inches) Height: 167 mm (6.6 inches) Printing Width: 256 mm (10.0 inches) Depth: 305 mm (12.0 inches) Height: 167 mm (6.6 inches) Printable area Border printing: 3 mm margin for all sides of paper Borderless printing: 0 mm margin Model Paper tray capacity Weight 20 sheets Input 2.7 kg (6.0 lb) without battery and photo cartridge Output AC100-240 V, 50-60 Hz, 0.8-0.4 A, 42 W DC 20 V, 1.68 A A361H Input

Electrical

Rating
AC adapter operated DC 20 V, 1.6 A Optional battery operated DC14.4 V, 1.4 A

AC Adapter

Printer Operated by AC Adapter
When not charging an optional battery When charging an optional battery

Environmental

Temperature Operation: 10 to 35C (50 to 95F) Storage: -20 to 60C (-4 to 140F) 1 month at 40C (104F) 120 hours at 60C (140F) Humidity Operation:* 20 to 80% RH Storage:* 5 to 85% RH
AC AC AC AC 100-120V 220-240 V 100-120 V 220-240 V Input Input Input Input Power Continuous Approx. consumption printing 11.0 W using AC adapter Sleep Approx. mode 4.0 W Stand-by mode Input current using AC adapter (Continuous printing) Approx. 0.7 W 0.3 A Approx. 11.5 W Approx. 4.5 W Approx. 1.0 W 0.2 A Approx. 30 W Approx. 22 W Approx. 22 W 0.7 A Approx. 30 W Approx. 23 W Approx. 23 W
* Without condensation 0.4 A

Built-in card slots

Card Slots CF Type II card slot SmartMedia card slot Memory Stick/ Memory Stick PRO card slot Compatible with CF+ and CompactFlash Specification 1.4 Compatible with SmartMedia Standard 2003 Compatible with Memory Stick Standard version 1.3 Compatible with Memory Stick Standard Memory Stick PRO Format Specifications version 1.0 Compatible with SD Memory Card Specifications / PART1. Physical Layer Specification Version 1.0 Compatible with MultiMediaCard Standard xD-Picture Card Slot Compatible with xD-Picture Card Card Specification Version 1.20 Type M

Compatible memory cards

CompactFlash SmartMedia* Memory Stick* Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick Duo** Memory Stick PRO Duo** MagicGate Memory Stick* MagicGate Memory Stick Duo** Microdrive SD (Secure Digital) Card MultiMediaCard miniSD card** xD-Picture Card xD-Picture Card Type M

SD/ MMC card slot

Voltage Requirements
3.3 V 3.3 V/5 V Combined use Maximum current is 500 mA
* Maximum capacity is 128 MB. ** Adapter required.

Photo Cartridge

PictureMate Photo Cartridge (T573)
Color Cartridge life Temperature Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow Within 6 months of opening the package, at 25C (77F) Storage: -20 to 40C (-4 to 104F) 1 month at 40C (104F) Freezing:* -11C (12.2F)

Standards and Approvals

European model: EMC EMC Directive 89/336/EEC EN 55022 Class B EN 55024
European model: Safety Low Voltage Directive 72/23/EEC EN60950-1 EMC EMC Directive 89/336/EEC EN55024 EN61000-3-2 EN61000-3-3
* Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 25C (77F).

External Storage Devices

Connectivity Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 1.1* Bit rate: 12 Mbps (Full speed device) Connector type: USB Series A Data Encoding: NRZI Recommended cable length: Less than 1.8 meters
* Not all USB devices are supported. Contact your regional customer support for details.
Align Print Head, 41 All photos, 16 Auto correct photo, 18 printer, 42 print head, 39 Clogged nozzles, 39 Color effect, 18 problems, 46 Consumables, 50 Copying photos, 22 saving files, 22 Folder, 24 to 25

Gaps in image, 45

Backup photos, 22 Battery buying, 50 using, 51 to 53 Black and white printing, 18 Blank pages, 47 Bluetooth, 27, 50 Blurry prints, 45
Image formats, 11 quality, 45 to 46 Incorrect colors, 46 Index sheet, 17 Ink, see Photo cartridge
Date Stamp, 20 Device external, 24 to 26 DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), 17
Camera printing from, 25 selected photos (DPOF), 17 Care of PictureMate, 39 Carrying PictureMate, 37 CD printing from, 24 to 25 saving files, 22 Cell phone printing from, 27 Charging ink, 44 Cleaning
Edge guide, 13 Error messages, 61 External device printing from, 24 to 25 saving files, 22

Jams paper, 46 JPEG, 11

Layout button, 16 LCD screen messages, 43, 61
Faint images, 45 File formats, 11 Fix photo, 18 Flash memory drive printing from, 24 to 25
Maintenance, 39 Manuals, 11
Margins incorrect, 47 Memory card adapter, 14 compatibility, 14, 56 inserting, 14 problems, 43, 44 removing, 15 Memory Stick, 14 Microdrive, 14 MiniSD card, 14 Missing colors, 46 MMC (MultiMediaCard), 14 Mode button, 16

Noise PictureMate, 44 Nozzle check, 39 Nozzle cleaning, 40
PDA printing from, 27 Photo formats, 11 quality, 45 to 46 Photo cartridge buying, 50 ink level, 32 replacing, 33 to 36 safety instructions, 7 PhotoEnhance, 19 PictBridge, 10, 25 PictureMate PicturePack, 50 PIM (PRINT Image Matching), 10, 18 Power cable, 37 Problems memory card, 44 missing colors, 46 paper feeding, 46 paper jam, 46 print quality, 45 to 46
Saving photo files, 22 SD (Secure Digital) card, 14 sepia, 18 Setup problems, 44 SmartMedia card, 14 Smears, 45
Technical support, 48 Thumb drive printing from, 24 to 25 saving files to, 22 TIFF, 11 Time Stamp, 20 Transporting PictureMate, 37 Troubleshooting, 43 to 47
USB cable, 24 to 26, 37 USB DP (USB Direct Print), 10, 25 Users Guide, 11
On button, 14 Output tray, 12

Quality, 45 to 46

xD Picture Card, 14
Packing PictureMate, 37 Paper buying types, 50 feeding problems, 46 jam, 46 tray, 12
Removing memory card, 15 photo cartridge, 33 Resolution, 11
Zip disk printing from, 24 to 25 saving files to, 22

Panel Icon List

Printer errors and conditions are displayed with image icons and numerical codes.
Display Meaning Not enough ink to perform the head cleaning. Replace the photo cartridge with a new one. See Replacing the Photo Cartridge on page 33 Meaning Bluetooth module error. Ink out. Replace the photo cartridge with a new one. See Replacing the Photo Cartridge on page 33 Disconnect the Adapter, then reconnect to the printer. See Connecting and Disconnecting the Bluetooth Photo Print Adapter on page 28 External device is not connected or media is not inserted. Connect an external device or insert media.

Error Display

Display
Paper out. Load Paper. Then press the Start button to continue or the Cancel button to cancel. See Loading Paper on page 12
Paper is jammed. Clear paper jam, then press the Start button. See Problems With Paper Feeding on page 46
Insufficient space on the external device. Use an external device with sufficient space.
Meaning No memory card is inserted. Insert a memory card.
Meaning Photo cartridge cannot be recognized. Reinstall the photo cartridge. The genuine EPSON photo cartridge (T573) is recommended for replacement.
PC connected. Disconnect a PC from the printer.
The battery is empty. Connect the AC adapter.
Cartridge compartment cover is open. Close the cartridge compartment cover.

The battery temperature is abnormal. Turn the power off, then wait until the battery temperature decreases.
Photo cartridge is not inserted. Install the photo cartridge.
The battery is defective. Replace the battery with a new one. See Using the Optional Battery on page 51
Waste ink pad in the photo cartridge is saturated. Replace the photo cartridge with a new one. See Replacing the Photo Cartridge on page 33
Mechanical error. Call for service. See Contacting Customer Support on page 48
Meaning Waste ink pad in the printer is saturated. Call for service. See Contacting Customer Support on page 48
Meaning Memory card error. Remove the memory card, then insert a compatible memory card. See Inserting Your Memory Card on page 14
Cannot recognize the external device.

Warning Display

Display Meaning Waste ink pad almost full. Call for service. See Contacting Customer Support on page 48

Check connection.

Error in the data. The print results may not be perfect. Check the data.
Temperature inside the printer is too high. Move the printer to the shade or a cool place.
The data is not supported. Check the data.
No photo data on the memory card. Remove the memory card, then check the data on the memory card. See Supported Photo Formats on page 11
The image is too large to print with Bluetooth. Print the data from a memory card or computer.
Meaning The image is too complex to print with Bluetooth. Check the data.
Meaning PictBridge Camera connected.
USB Direct Print Camera connected.

Icon List

Display Meaning Ink is low. PC connected
See Checking the battery status on page 53 for the battery icons.
AC adapter not connected.

Information

Display Meaning No memory card.
Connect the AC adapter to install the first photo cartridge.

Print Mode Display

Display Meaning Print all photos See Printing All Photos on page 16
Setup/Utilities Mode Display
Display Meaning Check ink levels. Press the Start button to enter this mode. See Checking the Photo Cartridge Status (Ink Level) on page 32. Clean print head. Press the Start button to enter this mode. See Cleaning the Print Head on page 40. Check ink nozzles. Press the Start button to enter this mode. See Checking the Print Head Nozzles on page 39.

Note: If you are out of PictureMate Photo Paper, but do not see the replace cartridge message, you can still print. In this case, PictureMate Photo Paper from a new Print Pack or Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper, Borderless inches (part# S041727 - 100 sheets) may be used. See How many photos will I get from a PictureMate Print Pack?.
Printing From Your Computer
When you print from your computer, you can edit, enhance, and organize your photos, using your photo software, such as Adobe Photoshop. Before you start, make sure your PictureMate software is installed as described in the Using PictureMate With a Computer booklet. Follow the instructions for your computer:
Printing From a Windows Computer Printing From a Macintosh Computer
Tip: If your digital camera supports PRINT Image MatchingTM (P.I.M. or P.I.M. II) or Exif Print, you can use these technologies to ensure the most accurate reproduction of your photographs. See Printing Photos Using Film Factory.
Printing From a Windows Computer
You can print your photos from imaging applications in Windows. 1. Open your photo in your program. 2. From the File menu, click Print. You see a Print window like this one:
Select EPSON PictureMate here
Click here to open your PictureMate software
3. Make sure EPSON PictureMate is selected. 4. Click the Preferences or Properties button. (If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Preferences or Properties on the next screen.) You see the Printing Preferences or Properties window:
5. You can do the following:
Select Borderless to print a photo without any borders or choose Borders to print with a white border all around. If your photo is longer than it is wide, select Portrait orientation; if it is wider than it is long, select Landscape. If you want to adjust your photo colors, you can change the Color Option. Select Auto Correction to automatically adjust colors, Sepia to change the colors to brown for an old-fashioned look, Black & White to change a color photo to a black and white one, or No Correction to leave the photo to print with no adjustment. If your photo was taken with a digital camera, select Digital Camera Correction to minimize common digital flaws.
To bring out the fine details of a particularly intricate photo, select Enhance Fine Details (printing may be slower).
Tip: For more information about printer settings, click the ? or Help button.
6. Click OK. 7. At the Print window, click OK or Print to start printing. During printing, this window appears and shows the progress of your print job. You can use the buttons to cancel, pause, or resume printing. You can also see how much ink you have left.
Click to cancel printing Click to pause or resume printing

icon. icon. icon.

To resume printing, click a print job marked Hold and click the
To check your ink levels, click
Note: If youre not using background printing and you need to cancel printing, hold down the J key and press the. (period) key.
See Storing and Displaying Your Printed Photos for steps on properly storing your printed photos.
Printing Photos Using Film Factory
You can use Film FactoryTM to organize, retouch, and print your photos. Follow the steps in these sections:
Opening Your Photos in Film Factory Printing Your Photos in Film Factory
Make sure you installed Film Factory as described in the Using PictureMate With a Computer booklet.
Opening Your Photos in Film Factory
1. Start Film Factory. You see the main Film Factory screen:
Select the folder containing your photos
Note: 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 Factory.
2. Select the folder on your computer that contains your photos. Thumbnails of your photos appear on the screen.
Note: Film Factory can open these file types: JPEG, PICT, BMP, TIF, FPX (read only), PNG, GIF (read only), MacPaint, Photoshop, QuickTime, SGI and Targa.
PRINT Image Matching photos are marked here
Note: If your digital camera supports P.I.M. (PRINT Image Matching), special print information for accurate image reproduction and color correction is included with your photo. Film Factory uses this information automatically when printing your photos. You can also import a photo into Film Factory from a disk, card, or scanner. See the on-screen Getting Started Guide that was installed with Film Factory for instructions.
3. To select a photo for printing, click its thumbnail on the screen. The thumbnail is highlighted.
4. 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 screen. But dont choose Greeting Cards, Stickers or Calendars; PictureMate doesnt support these options because they work only with larger paper sizes. If you have another printer that supports larger paper sizes, you can use it with these print options.
Printing Your Photos in Film Factory
1. When youre ready to print, click the Print Assignment button. You see this screen:

1. Depending on your operating system, you may need to do one of the following:
If youre using Windows XP or 2000, click the
Hardware icon on the taskbar.

Unplug or Eject

In Windows XP, click Safely Remove USB Mass Storage Device. In Windows 2000, click Stop USB Mass Storage Device.
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 trash.
2. To remove a card, pull it straight out of the PictureMate slot.
Saving Your Photos to an External CD-R/RW, Zip, or Flash Memory Drive
You can use your PictureMate to save photo files from your memory card onto a CD-R/RW (CD-R media only), Iomega Zip disk, or flash memory (thumb) drive.
Note: To save your photos on your computer, see Storing and Displaying Your Printed Photos.
This gives you an extra backup copy so you can delete the photo files from your cameras memory card and take more photos. With your backup, you can print your photos later, share them with a friend, or copy them onto a computer.
Tip: Its a good idea to have multiple backups of your photos, in case your computers hard drive crashes or your photo files are deleted from your cameras memory card. Note: Epson cannot guarantee the compatibility of any drives. If youre not sure about your drive, try connecting it.
1. Make sure the memory card is inserted in your printer. (See Inserting Your Memory Card and Copying Photos.)
2. If you are using a CD-R/RW drive or Zip drive, plug it into an electrical outlet. 3. Connect the drive to PictureMate:
For a CD-R/RW or Zip drive, connect your drives USB cable to the EXT/IF port on the back of your PictureMate. Insert a CD-R or Zip disk in the drive.
For a flash memory drive, plug it into the EXT/IF port on the back of PictureMate.
Note: PictureMate checks to make sure there is enough free space for your photos. If not, insert a new CD-R or Zip disk, or a clear off space or connect a different thumb drive. If you insert a blank CD-R in the drive before inserting a memory card in PictureMate, you see an error message. Eject your CD-R to clear the error, insert your memory card, then re-insert your CD-R.

4. Press the Save Photo button on PictureMate to begin saving your photos. 5. When you see this message, press OK.
6. When you see the Beginning backup confirmation, press OK.
7. When your photos are saved, you see the following screen. Press OK.
Caution: Dont remove the drive or memory card while the photos are being saved, or you may lose photos on your card or drive. If you need to stop the backup, press the Cancel button.
You can save photos multiple times to the same disk or drive until it is full. Each time you save photos on the same disk or drive, they are saved in a new folder. The first folder is named 001, the second folder is named 002, etc. If you save on a CD-R, PictureMate names the CD-R Photo.
Storing and Displaying Your Printed Photos
Photos printed on PictureMate Photo Paper are beautiful, long lasting images. Follow these guidelines to make sure they will look great for generations.

Storing Your Prints

To avoid scratches or smudging, do not rub the printed side of the photo. If you stack photos, do not stack them with the printed sides touching.

Displaying Your Prints

To ensure prints will last as long as possible, store them in glass frames or photo albums. Keep prints out of direct sunlight to prevent fading. Let prints sit for 24 hours before framing.

Storing Unused Paper

Return unused paper to the original package. Store paper away from extreme temperatures, high humidity, and bright light.
Printing Without a Computer
PictureMate lets you print photos quickly and easily without a computer. Just insert your digital cameras memory card, choose settings from the control panel, and press Print. For details, see these sections:
Compatible Memory Cards Photo Image File Requirements Inserting Your Memory Card Printing a Proof Sheet from the PictureMate Print Wizard Printing All Your Photos From the PictureMate Print Wizard Printing Some of Your Photos From the PictureMate Print Wizard Selecting the Photos You Want to Print Setting the Number of Copies in the Main Menu Choosing a Layout Confirming and Printing Doing More With Your Prints Adjusting Printer Settings
Note: If you have a camera that supports the PictBridge standard, you can connect the cameras USB cable directly to PictureMate and control printing from your camera. See Printing From a PictBridge-enabled Digital Camera.
CompactFlashTM MicrodriveTM SD (Secure Digital) miniSDTM (requires miniSD adapter)
MMCTM (MultiMediaCard) xD Picture CardTM Sony Memory Stick Memory Stick DuoTM (requires Memory Stick Duo Adapter) Memory Stick PROTM Memory Stick PRO DuoTM (requires Memory Stick Duo Adapter) MagicGateTM Memory Stick MagicGate Memory Stick DuoTM (requires Memory Stick Duo Adapter) SmartMediaTM

Note: If your card has more than 20 photos, you will need to reload paper while printing. Load a maximum of 20 sheets at a time. When you see the message Try loading paper again, load more paper and press OK to continue printing. If you need to cancel printing, press Cancel.
When printing is complete, you see the Main Menu. To learn more about the Main Menu, see Viewing the PictureMate Main Menu.
Tip: To start the PictureMate Wizard again, remove and re-insert your card (see Inserting Your Memory Card).
Printing Some of Your Photos From the PictureMate Print Wizard
To print one or several of your photos, follow these steps: 1. After you print the proof sheet, or cancel it in the PictureMate Print Wizard, you see this screen; press OK.
2. Press or to highlight the number of the photo you want to print (use the proof sheet to find photo numbers), then press OK to choose it.

Tip: Hold down

to scroll quickly.
3. Press or to choose the number of copies to print for that photo (up to 10), then press OK.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional photo you want to print. The screen shows the selected photos and the number of copies for each. (You may need to press or to scroll and see all your selected photos.)
If 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 copies, press OK twice and change the number as described in step 3. 5. When youre done selecting photos, press You see this screen:

Print.

6. Confirm your photo selections (press or to scroll and see all your selected photos), then press Print again to start printing.
Note: If the print confirmation is off, you will not see the screen above and only need to press Print once. (See Turning Print Confirmation Off or On for details.)
Load a maximum of 20 sheets at a time. If you print more than 20 photos, PictureMate will prompt you to reload paper while printing. When you see the message Try loading paper again, load more paper and press OK to continue printing. If you need to cancel printing, press Cancel. When printing is complete, you see the Main Menu. To learn more about the Main Menu, see Viewing the PictureMate Main Menu.
Tip: To start the PictureMate Print Wizard again, remove and re-insert your card, (see Inserting Your Memory Card).

7. Go to Choosing a Layout to continue.

Range of Photos

A range of photos is a sequence of photos (for example, photos 7 through 12). Choosing a range is convenient because you dont have to choose each individual photo. Look at the photo numbers on your proof sheet to determine the first and last numbers in the range, then follow these steps: 1. Press or to highlight Select Photo, then press OK.
to highlight Range, then press OK.
to choose the first photo under From. Then press OK.

4. Press

to choose the last photo under To. Then press OK.
5. Go to Setting the Number of Copies in the Main Menu to continue.
Camera-selected DPOF Photos
If your camera supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), you can use it to pre-select which photos you want to print and how many copies. See your cameras manual to choose photos for printing with DPOF, then insert your memory card in PictureMate. PictureMate automatically reads which photos you have selected and how many copies to print for each one. If you have chosen photos from your camera, DPOF is selected as the Select Photo option by default.

Just press

Print to print your DPOF photos.
If DPOF is selected and you want to choose photos to print, press highlight Select Photo, press OK, then choose a different option.
If 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 press OK.
to highlight DPOF, then press OK.
The photos that you chose from your camera to print are automatically selected, including the number of copies.
Setting the Number of Copies in the Main Menu
You can print from 1 to 100 copies. Keep in mind that if you are printing all photos or a range of photos, the number of copies applies to every photo.
Note: If you are printing Several photos, you already chose the number of copies for each photo, so the Copies setting cant be changed from the Main Menu. You can choose up to 10 copies per photo when printing Several. If you are printing DPOF photos, the number of copies is selected from your camera and the Copies setting cant be changed.

BT Device Address

Set at the factory (Example) 11-11-11-11-11-11
Replacing the Photo Cartridge
Your PictureMate will let you know when the photo cartridge is low or expended. When the photo cartridge is low, its a good idea to get a new PictureMate Print Pack, which includes a new PictureMate Photo Cartridge (ink) and 100 sheets of PictureMate Photo Paper. Visit www.MyPictureMate.com for more information. When PictureMates photo cartridge is expended, you see this message on its LCD screen:
Tip: If you see this message while printing, you can still replace the photo cartridge and continue the current print job. Just replace it without turning off and unplugging PictureMate. You can check the ink level at any time (see Checking Your Cartridge Status (Ink Level)). Caution: Do not refill the photo cartridge. This could result in damage to PictureMate from ink spills.
When the photo cartridge needs to be replaced and you are out of paper, see these sections:
Buying a PictureMate Print Pack Removing the Used Photo Cartridge Inserting the New Photo Cartridge
Checking Your Cartridge Status (Ink Level)
You can check the approximate level of ink in your photo cartridge on the PictureMate LCD screen or with your computer software. Go to the appropriate section:
PictureMate LCD Screen PictureMate Status Monitor for Windows
PictureMate Status Monitor for Macintosh OS X PictureMate Status Monitor for Macintosh OS 9

PictureMate LCD Screen

to highlight Cartridge Status, then press OK.
4. You see a screen with the approximate ink level in your photo cartridge. Press OK to close the screen.
Note: If the status (ink level) is down to only one bar, you should buy a new PictureMate Print Pack. See Buying a PictureMate Print Pack for details.
PictureMate Status Monitor for Windows
You can check the amount of ink remaining in the photo cartridge using EPSON Status Monitor 3 or the progress meter. Open EPSON Status Monitor 3 in one of the following ways.

Double-click the

printer icon on your Windows taskbar.
Open the printer software (see Printing From a Windows Computer for instructions), click the Maintenance tab, then click the EPSON Status Monitor 3 button. A screen displays the remaining amount of ink.
The 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 dialog box.
PictureMate Status Monitor for Macintosh OS X
1. Double-click Macintosh HD (the default hard disk name), double-click the Applications folder, then double-click the EPSON Printer Utility icon. The Printer List window appears. 2. Select PictureMate, then click OK. The EPSON Printer Utility dialog box appears.

3. Click the EPSON StatusMonitor button. The EPSON StatusMonitor window appears, showing the approximate amount of ink left in the photo cartridge.
4. Close the Epson Printer Utility.
PictureMate Status Monitor for Macintosh OS 9
1. Access the Print or Page Setup dialog box (see Printing From a Macintosh Computer for instructions). 2. Click the utility icon button, then click the EPSON StatusMonitor button in the Utility dialog box.
The EPSON StatusMonitor window appears, showing the approximate amount of ink left in the photo cartridge.
Buying a PictureMate Print Pack
The PictureMate Print Pack (part# T5570) has everything you need to print in one box: 100 sheets of PictureMate Photo Paper and a new PictureMate Photo Cartridge.
Note: If you are out of PictureMate Photo Paper, but do not see the Replace cartridge message, you can still print. Use Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper, Borderless inches (part# S041727).
You can buy a Print Pack wherever PictureMate is sold or from retailers that sell printer supplies.
You 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) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
Note: Use your photo cartridge within six months of installing it and before the expiration date on the package.
Visit www.MyPictureMate.com for information about PictureMate, special offers, and accessories.
Removing the Used Photo Cartridge
Make sure you have a new PictureMate photo cartridge before you begin. Once you start replacing a cartridge, you must complete all the steps in one session.
Tip: If you see the Replace cartridge message while printing, you can still replace the photo cartridge and continue the current print job. Just replace it without turning off and unplugging PictureMate. Caution: Do not refill the photo cartridge. This could result in damage to PictureMate from ink spills.
1. If PictureMate is on, press the
On button to turn it off.
2. Wait until the LCD screen goes blank, then disconnect the power cable and USB cable (if connected).
3. 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. This releases the cartridge.

6. 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. If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. If discomfort or vision problems continue after flushing, see a doctor immediately.
Inserting the New Photo Cartridge
1. Shake the cartridge four or five times while it is still in its package. Then unwrap the cartridge.
Caution: Dont touch the circuit board. 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, normal printing may not be possible.
2. Make sure the lever is in the Release position.
3. 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.
If either side is sticking out, remove the cartridge and reinsert it so the cartridge is straight.

Crooked

Straight
4. 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 out too far. (See step 3.)
Caution: If the cartridge is not inserted correctly, ink may leak out.
5. Close the cartridge door. Make sure it is completely closed.
6. Move the handle over to the back.
7. Reconnect the power cord. If youre using a computer or external drive, reconnect the USB cable to PictureMate. 8. Turn PictureMate back on.
When PictureMate recognizes the new photo cartridge, it starts charging the ink and you see an ink charging message. When charging is complete, you can begin printing again.
Taking PictureMate With You
PictureMates handle makes it easy to carry short distances. If PictureMate is going to travel a longer distance, you should pack it carefully to protect it from getting damaged.
Caution: Keep PictureMate out of the sun and dont leave it in your car or other location where it can get too hot.
2. Wait until the LCD screen goes blank, then unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. 3. Remove paper from the paper support and output tray. 4. Push down the top of the paper support and close it against PictureMate. Then close the output tray.

5. 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 that PictureMate came in, or in the optional Carrying Case.
Caution: Make sure the photo cartridge is installed before transporting. Dont place PictureMate on its side or upside down, or ink may leak. Note: If your prints dont look as good after PictureMate has been moved, try aligning the print head. See Aligning the Print Head Directly From PictureMate. Tip: You can order an optional PictureMate Carrying Case (part# ARC1B) from the Epson Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

Cleaning PictureMate

To keep PictureMate working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off PictureMate, unplug the power cord, and disconnect any USB cables or drives. 2. Remove all paper, then use a soft brush to clean any dust or dirt from the paper feeder. 3. Clean the PictureMate exterior with a soft, damp cloth. 4. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the PictureMate screen. Do not use liquid or chemical cleaners on it.
Caution: Never use a hard or abrasive brush, or alcohol or thinner for cleaning; they can damage the components and case. Dont get water on the components and dont spray lubricants or oils inside PictureMate.

Improving Print Quality

If your print quality is not as good as it used to be, if your photos are too light or faint, or if you are missing colors in your prints, you may need to clean the PictureMate print head. You can check to see if your print head needs cleaning before you actually clean it. If you see misaligned vertical lines or dark or light banding, you may need to align the print head. Follow the steps in these sections to clean or align the print head using the PictureMate buttons or the PictureMate software on your computer:
Cleaning the Print Head Directly from PictureMate Aligning the Print Head Directly From PictureMate Checking the Print Quality Using the Computer Cleaning the Print Head Using the Computer Aligning the Print Head Using the Computer
Cleaning the Print Head Directly from PictureMate
If your print quality is not as good as it used to be, your PictureMates print head nozzles may be clogged. Follow these steps to clean the print head. 1. On the Main Menu, press or to highlight More Options, then press OK.

You can purchase a PictureMate Print Pack with PictureMate Photo Paper and a photo cartridge, and other PictureMate accessories from the Epson Store at (800) 873-7766 or visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
Uninstalling PictureMate Software
You may need to uninstall and then reinstall your PictureMate software on your computer. This may be necessary when you upgrade your operating system, for example. However, you dont need to uninstall Film Factory or this on-screen Users Guide. Follow the steps in these sections:
Uninstalling From a Windows Computer Uninstalling From a Macintosh Using OS X Uninstalling From a Macintosh Using OS 9
Note: Do not turn off or disconnect PictureMate while you are uninstalling the software.
Uninstalling From a Windows Computer
1. Double-click My Computer (Windows XP: click Start > My Computer), then double-click the Control Panel icon. 2. Double-click Add/Remove Programs. 3. Click PictureMate Printer Software in the program list and click the Add/Remove button (Change/Remove button on Windows 2000 and XP). 4. In the next window, make sure your EPSON PictureMate printer icon is selected and click OK. Then follow the on-screen instructions. 5. In Windows 98 or Me, click EPSON USB Printer Devices in the program list and click the Add/Remove button. If you are using Windows XP or 2000, go to step 9. 6. When you see the prompt asking if you want to reboot, click No. 7. Click EPSON PhotoStarter3.0 in the program list and click the Add/Remove button. Then follow the on-screen instructions.
8. Click EPSON CardMonitor in the program list and click the Add/Remove button. Then follow the on-screen instructions. 9. Restart your computer when youre done. When you are ready to reinstall the PictureMate software, follow the instructions for your operating system in your Using PictureMate With a Computer book.
Note: Remember that you dont need to reinstall Film Factory or on-screen Users Guide, and you wont see the license agreement.
Uninstalling From a Macintosh Using OS X
Follow these steps to uninstall Epson PhotoStarter and Card Monitor, and your PictureMate driver: 1. Open your Applications folder. 2. Drag the EPSON Card Monitor and EPSON PhotoStarter3 for X folders to the trash. 3. Open the Utilities folder (in the Applications folder). 4. Double-click the Printer Setup Utility or Print Center icon. 5. Select PictureMate and click Delete. 6. Close Printer Setup Utility or Print Center. When you are ready to reinstall the PictureMate software, follow the instructions for your operating system in your Using PictureMate With a Computer booklet.

Note: Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, Epson cannot guarantee the quality of any non-Epson brand or type of paper.

PictureMate Photo Paper

(Included in PictureMate Print Pack - T5570)
Size Paper type inches Special paper distributed by Epson
Premium Glossy Photo Paper
(part# S041727 - 100 sheets)
Caution: Dont load plain paper, this may cause damage to PictureMate. Note: Poor quality paper may reduce the print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. To prevent print quality problems, use PictureMate Photo Paper. Do not load curled or folded paper.

Photo Cartridge

Colors Cartridge life Temperature Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Red, and Blue 6 months at 77 F (25 C) after opening the package Storage: 4 to 104 F (20 to 40 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C) Transit: 22 to 140 F (30 to 60 C) 120 hours at 140 F (60 C) Freezing:* 12.2 F (11 C)
* Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 77 F (25 C).
Caution: To ensure good results, use a genuine Epson PictureMate Photo Cartridge and do not refill it. PictureMate calculates the amount of ink remaining using an IC chip on the photo cartridge, so even if the cartridge is refilled, the IC chip will report that it is empty. Other products may cause damage to your printer not covered by Epsons warranty. Do not use a photo cartridge if the date on the package has expired. Do not leave photo cartridge or PictureMate with photo cartridge exposed to heat or direct sunlight.

Mechanical

Paper path Sheet feeder capacity Sheet feeder, top entry 20 sheets

Dimensions

Storage Width: 10.0 inches (256 mm) Depth: 6.0 inches (154 mm) Height: 6.4 inches (163 mm) Printing (with paper support and output tray extended) Width: 10.0 inches (256 mm) Depth: 12.0 inches (305 mm) Height: 6.4 inches (163 mm)

Weight Printable area

5.5 lb (2.5 kg) without photo cartridge Border printing: 0.12 inch (3 mm) margin for all sides of paper Borderless printing: no margins

Electrical