EPSON Stylus C44 Users Guide 3 About Your Printer 5 About Your Software 7 Loading Paper 8 Single Sheets 8 Printing on Envelopes 9 Special Papers 10 Printing in Windows 11 Printing from a Software Program 12 Selecting the Settings You Use Most Often 15 Printing With Macintosh OS X 16 Printing With the Minimize Margins Feature 19 Printing With Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x 22 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 25 Cleaning the Print Head 27 Running the Head Cleaning Utility 27 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern 28 Purchasing Ink Cartridges 28 Replacing an Ink Cartridge 29 Checking the Ink Supply 29 Ink Cartridge Precautions 30 Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges 31 Aligning the Print Head 33 Cleaning the Printer 35 Transporting the Printer 36 Printer Parts 37 Diagnosing Printer Problems 37 Checking the Printers Lights 37 Running a Printer Check 38 Problems and Solutions 39
Setup and Software Installation Problems 39 Printer Problems 41 Print Quality Problems 42 Paper Feeding Problems 44 Miscellaneous Printout Problems 45 Reinstalling Printer Software 46 Windows 46 Macintosh OS X 47 Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x 47 Where To Get Help 48 System Requirements 49 Windows System Requirements 49 Macintosh System Requirements 49 Specifications 50 Printing 50 Paper 50 Ink Cartridges 54 Mechanical 55 Electrical 55 Environmental 56 Safety Approvals 56 Appendix 57 Copyright Notice 57 A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials 57 Trademarks 58
EPSON Stylus C44 Users Guide
This Users Guide contains instructions on printing with Windows or on a Macintosh, maintaining the EPSON Stylus C44, solving basic problems, and specifications. To set up your printer and install your Windows XP or Macintosh software, see the Start Here sheet. To install your Windows 98, Me, or 2000 printer software, see the Installing Software for Windows 98, Windows Me, and Windows 2000 booklet. This booklet also contains safety instructions, your printer warranty, and other important information. Please follow these guidelines throughout:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes contain important information about your printer. Tips contain additional hints for better printing.

About Your Printer

Printing with your EPSON Stylus C44 printer is easy, friendly, and fast. Simple enough for even the most inexperienced user, the Stylus C44 prints everything from school reports to family photos with great results. The Stylus C44 includes Exif (Exchangeable Image File) Print format support, which lets your printer use information stored in your digital camera to print more accurate reproductions of digital camera images. For added value, the printer supports a wide range of EPSON special media, including Glossy Photo Greeting Cards, Photo Stickers, and special photo papers in a SM at www.epsonstore.com for a variety of sizes and finishes. Visit the EPSON Store complete list.

About Your Software

The CD-ROM that came with your printer includes all the software you need for printing. See your Start Here sheet for installation instructions.
Your printer driver runs your printer and lets you control how your documents look. You cant print without it.
Tip: Its a good idea to check EPSONs support web site periodically for free updates to your printer driver. Visit http://support.epson.com. Download instructions are posted for your convenience.
EPSON Software Film Factory is a photo management program that lets you organize, beautify, and print your photos in a flash. Supports Exif Print (except with Mac OS X).

Special Papers

EPSON offers the following special papers for the EPSON Stylus C44:
Paper name EPSON Premium Bright White Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Size Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches) Legal (8.5 x 14 inches) EPSON High Quality Ink Jet Paper Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches) EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Glossy Photo Paper (EPSON Photo Paper) Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) A6 (4.1 x 5.8 inches) 4 x 6 inches Part number S041586 S041062 S041061 S041067 S041111 S041117 S041054 S041134 S041671 S041141 S041649 S041271 S041272 S041140 S041145
A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches) Panoramic (8.3 x 23 inches)
Paper name EPSON All-Purpose Glossy Paper EPSON Photo Stickers Kit (CD-ROM/paper) EPSON Photo Stickers (refill) EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Paper
Size Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) A6 (4.1 x 5.8 inches) A6 (4.1 x 5.8 inches) Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches) Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches)
Part number S041654 S041144-KIT S041144 S041064 S041106 S041124 S041126 S041257 S041568 S041606
EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight EPSON Double-Sided Matte Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Card Kit
Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)

Printing in Windows

Printing from a Software Program Selecting the Settings You Use Most Often
Printing from a Software Program
Heres what to do to print a basic documentsuch as a newsletter or school project. After you create your document in a software program, follow these steps to print. 1. From the File menu, click Print. You see a Print window (your window may look different):

Select your printer here

Click here to open your printer software
2. Make sure EPSON Stylus C44 Series is selected. 3. Click the Properties or Preferences button. (If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Properties or Preferences on the next screen.)
You see your printer Properties (or Preferences) window.
1 Choose your document type 2 Choose your paper type

3 Choose your paper size

4 Click OK
4. Select the type of document youre printing:
Draft: For rough drafts on plain paper. Saves ink. Text: For text-only documents, like letters or reports. Delivers high-quality

text printing.

Text & Image: For documents that have both text and images, like

newsletters.

Photo: For photos and graphics, when you want good quality with faster

printing.

Photo RPM: For photos or graphics, when you need highest quality printing.
Because this setting increases resolution, it also increases print time. 5. Load the right paper for your document. See Loading Paper for instructions.

gamma setting.

Summary: To view a list of all your selections. Save Custom Setting: To save your selections for future use (not available
with Mac OS X 10.2.x.). 10. When youre ready to print, click Print. The dock on the bottom of your desktop. Print Center icon appears in the
11. Click the Print Center icon. On OS X 10.2.x, double-click Stylus C44. You see a screen like this:
12. To monitor the progress of your print job, do one of the following:
Click the print job, then click Delete to delete it Click the print job, then click Hold to pause printing Click a print job marked Hold and click Resume to resume printing If multiple print jobs are listed, click a print job, then click the Priority arrow to reorder the jobs (not available with Mac OS X 10.2.x).
Follow the steps in the sections below to used the Minimize Margins feature if you need to print within 0.12 inch (3 mm) of the bottom of the page.
Adding the Minimize Margins Feature to Print Center
1. Open Print Center. You see the Printer List. If your printer is shown in the list, go to step 2.
If your printer isnt listed, make sure it is turned on and connected to the Macintosh. Then go to step 2. 2. Click the printer name.

Click printer name

Click Add or Add Printer
3. Click the Add or Add Printer button. You see another window listing your printer. 4. Click the printer name again. The Page Setup pull-down menu at the bottom of the screen becomes active.

Click printer name again

Select All in Page Setup menu
5. Open the Page Setup pull-down menu and select All.
6. Click the Add button. You see the Printer List again with the Minimize Margins feature available.

7. Close Print Center.

Using the Minimize Margins Feature
1. Open an application and create your print job. 2. When youre ready to print, select Page Setup from the File menu. 3. Open the Format for pull-down menu and select Stylus C44 (Standard Minimize Margins).
Select printer and feature from the Format for menu
4. Select any other necessary page setup features, then click OK. 5. Select Print from the File menu.
6. Open the Printer pull-down menu and select Stylus C44 (Standard - Minimize Margins) again. Always check to make sure you selected the same setting you chose in the Page Setup window.
Select same printer and feature from Printer menu
7. Select any other necessary print features, then click Print.
Printing With Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x
Heres what to do to print a basic documentsuch as a newsletter or school project if your Macintosh is running OS 8.6 to 9.x. Make sure you have paper in the printer, as described in Loading Paper. After you create your document, follow these steps to print it. 1. From the File menu, select Page Setup. You see the following:

Click to restart your print job Click to pause printing Click to cancel printing Click to check ink levels
Click on the current print job or a waiting print job. Then click here to view details of the selected print job and control print job priorities
Tip: If youre not using background printing and you need to cancel printing, hold down the key and press the. (period) key. Caution: When youre finished using your printer, make sure you press the power button to turn it off. Never use a power strip or external switch to turn off the printer.
Selecting the Correct Paper Type
Your printer automatically adjusts itself for the type of paper you select in your print settings. Thats why the paper Type or Media Type setting is so important. It tells your printer what kind of paper youre using and adjusts the ink coverage accordingly.
The table below lists the settings you should choose for your paper:
Select this Type or Media Type setting. Plain paper
For this paper. Plain paper sheets or envelopes EPSON Premium Bright White Paper EPSON High Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight EPSON Double-Sided Matte Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Photo Paper EPSON All-Purpose Glossy Paper EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Cards EPSON Photo Stickers EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies
Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper
Matte Paper - Heavyweight

Glossy Photo Paper

Photo Quality Glossy Film Ink Jet Transparencies

Cleaning the Print Head

Running the Head Cleaning Utility Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern
If your printouts are unexpectedly light, or dots or lines are missing from the image, you may need to clean the print head. This unclogs the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if quality declines. This section explains how to clean the print head using the Head Cleaning utility. This is the recommended method when the printer is connected directly to your computer (not over a network). You can also clean the print head by holding down the maintenance button on the printer for three seconds (when the red error light is off).

Caution: When you dont turn on your printer for a long time, the print quality can decline. Its a good idea to turn on your printer at least once a month to maintain good print quality.
Running the Head Cleaning Utility
1. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and the red error light is off. (If the red light is flashing or on, you may need to replace the ink cartridge; see Replacing an Ink Cartridge for details.) 2. Do one of the following:
Windows: Right-click the printer icon on your taskbar (in the lower right corner of your screen). Select Head Cleaning. Macintosh OS X: Double-click the Applications folder on your hard drive. Double-click EPSON Printer Utility, select the C44 Series printer, and click OK. Then click Head Cleaning. Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x: Open the File menu and choose Page Setup or Print. Click the utility button, then click the Head Cleaning button.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to clean the print head. Cleaning takes about 30 seconds, during which the printer makes some noise and the green power light flashes.
Caution: Never turn off the printer while the power light is flashing, unless the printer hasnt moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes.
4. When the power light stops flashing, run a nozzle check to confirm the print head nozzles are clean. Make sure plain paper is loaded in the printer and click Print Nozzle Check Pattern. Then click Print. The nozzle check pattern prints (see the next section for details). 5. If the nozzle check pattern has no gaps or lines, click Finish. If the pattern has white lines, click Clean to clean the print head again. If you dont see any improvement after cleaning three or four times, check the solutions in Problems and Solutions. You can also turn the printer off and wait overnightthis allows any dried ink to softenand then try cleaning the print head again.
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern
Examine the nozzle check pattern you print. Each colored square should be solid, with no gaps or lines, as shown:
If your printout looks okay, youre done. If you see any white lines or gaps (as shown), clean the print head again; see Running the Head Cleaning Utility for instructions.
Purchasing Ink Cartridges

Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges
Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. Once you start the ink cartridge replacement procedure, you must complete all the steps in one session. 1. Make sure the printer is turned on and not printing (the green should be on, but not flashing). Then open the printer cover. power light
2. Press the maintenance button for 6 seconds. The print head moves to the cartridge replacement position.
Note: If both cartridges need replacing, the print head moves to the black cartridge position first. The black cartridge is on the left, and the color cartridge is on the right. Caution: Dont touch the ink cartridge sensor above the print head, as shown below:
3. Pull up the ink cartridge clamp and remove the cartridge. Dispose of it carefully.
4. Unpack the new cartridge and remove the yellow tab.

Black cartridge

Color cartridge
Dont touch the green chips
Caution: You must remove the yellow tape from the top of the cartridge or you will permanently damage it. Be careful not to touch the green chip on the front of the cartridge; you might damage the cartridge.
5. Insert the new cartridge and press down firmly on the clamp. Make sure the clamp is closed completely.

6. Press the

maintenance button.
If the other cartridge needs to be replaced, the print head moves into loading position. Repeat step 3 through step 6.
Caution: Dont move the print head by hand; you could damage the printer. Always use the maintenance button.
7. Wait until ink charging is finished. (The green power light stops flashing and the red error light goes out.) Ink charging takes about 30 seconds. 8. Close the printer cover. Now youre ready to print again. If the red error light remains on and the printer continues to make noise for more than five minutes, open the printer cover and press the power button to turn the printer off. Then make sure that the ink cartridge clamps are completely closed. Close the printer cover and press the maintenance button to finish ink charging. If that doesnt work, contact EPSON as described in Where To Get Help.

Aligning the Print Head

If your printouts contain misaligned vertical lines, you may need to align the print head. Your printer must be connected directly to your computer (not over a network) to use the Print Head Alignment utility.

Tape the print head to the printer case
5. Push in the output tray. 6. Repack the printer and its attachments in the original box using the protective materials that came with them. Keep the printer level as you transport it. After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head and test your printer. If you notice a decline in print quality, clean the print head (see Cleaning the Print Head); if output is misaligned, align the print head (see Aligning the Print Head).

Printer Parts

Paper support
Left edge guide Maintenance button and error light Power button and light Printer cover

Output tray

Diagnosing Printer Problems
Checking the Printers Lights Running a Printer Check
Checking the Printers Lights
If the printers lights come on or flash, check the explanations listed below.
Lights Green power light flashes Explanation The printer is receiving a print job, replacing an ink cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning the print head.

Red is on

error light
Your paper ran out, ink ran out, or paper is jammed. You may also see a message on your screen. If paper is out, load more paper, then press the maintenance button to resume printing. If paper is jammed, press the maintenance button to eject the paper. If that doesnt work, turn off the printer, open the cover, and pull the paper out from the front, including any torn pieces. Then turn on the printer, reload paper, and press the maintenance button. If you see an ink out message on your screen, you need to replace one of your ink cartridges as described in Replacing an Ink Cartridge.
Red error light flashes Green power light is off and red error light is on
One of the ink cartridges is low. Make sure you have a replacement cartridge. To determine which cartridge is low, check the ink level as described in Checking the Ink Supply. Paper may be blocking movement of the print head. Turn off the printer, open the cover, and remove any jammed paper or other foreign objects. Then turn the printer on again. If the lights are still on, contact your dealer or EPSON; see Where To Get Help for contact information. The printer may have an internal error. Turn off the printer, wait a few seconds, and turn it on again. If the lights are still flashing, contact your dealer or EPSON; see Where To Get Help for contact information. One of your ink cartridges is installed incorrectly. Follow the instructions in Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges to reinstall the cartridge.
Green power light and red error light flash Green power light and red error light are on after installing an ink cartridge

Running a Printer Check

You can run a printer check to determine whether a problem comes from the printer itself or some other source. The printer check also shows how much black and color ink you have left. 1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off. Then disconnect the USB cable from the printer.

2. Make sure letter-size or larger plain paper is loaded in the printer. 3. Hold down the maintenance button, then press and release the power button. Continue holding down the maintenance button until the green power light starts to flash, then release it. The printer prints one page showing its ROM version number, the ink counter code, and a nozzle check pattern. (If the pattern has lines, you need to clean the print head; see Cleaning the Print Head.) 4. Turn off the printer after it prints the check page. Then reconnect the cable and turn on your printer and computer.
If the check page prints, the problem probably lies in your software settings, the USB cable, or your computer. Its also possible that your software may not be installed correctly. See Reinstalling Printer Software for instructions on reinstalling the printer software. If the check page doesnt print, you may have a problem with your printer. Try the suggestions in Problems and Solutions. If nothing works, contact your dealer or EPSON as described in Where To Get Help.

Problems and Solutions

Setup and Software Installation Problems Printer Problems Print Quality Problems Paper Feeding Problems Miscellaneous Printout Problems
Setup and Software Installation Problems
The printer makes noise after ink cartridge installation.
The first time you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its print head for about 90 seconds. Wait until charging finishes (the green power light stops flashing) before you turn off the printer, or it may charge improperly and use excess ink the next time you turn it on. If the printer stops moving or making noise, but the green power light is still flashing after 5 minutes, turn off the printer. If the light is still flashing when you turn it back on, contact EPSON as described in Where To Get Help.
Turn off the printer, then make sure the ink cartridge clamps are locked down completely and no packing material remains in the printer. Wait a moment, then turn the printer back on to clear the error.
Youre having problems installing the printer software.
Make sure your printer is turned on and the USB cable is securely connected at both ends. Then carefully follow the installation instructions on the Start Here sheet or the Installing Software for Windows 98, Windows Me, and Windows 2000 booklet. Also make sure your system meets the requirements listed in System Requirements. Close your other programs, including any screen savers and virus protection software, and install again. If youre running Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x and your printer icon (C44 Series) doesnt appear in the Macintosh Chooser, you may have too many items in the Chooser. Delete any unused items and check the Chooser again. For Windows 2000, if you see an error message or your software doesnt install correctly, you may not have software installation privileges. Contact your System Administrator. In Windows 2000 or XP, dont select Block under Control Panel > System > Hardware > Driver Signing; select Ignore or Warn instead. Make sure your Windows system was not upgraded from Windows 95. The USB Printer Device Driver may not install correctly. Make sure the USB Controller is working properly in Device Manager. See your Windows help system for details. If its not working, contact your computer manufacturer.

Printer Problems

Only the green
power light is on, but nothing prints.
Make sure the USB cable is connected securely and that the cable meets the requirements listed in System Requirements. Run a printer check as described in Running a Printer Check. If the check page prints, make sure your software is installed correctly.
The printer sounds as though it is printing, but nothing prints.
Make sure the print head nozzles are not clogged. To clean the print head, see Cleaning the Print Head. The printer wont operate properly if its tilted or at an angle. Place it on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the printer base in all directions.
Your printer makes noise when you turn it on or after it has been sitting for awhile. Your printer is performing routine maintenance. Printing is too slow. Make sure your system meets the requirements listed in System Requirements. If youre printing a high-resolution image, you need more than the minimum requirements listed. You may also need to:
Clear space on your hard drive or run a defragmentation utility. Close programs that youre not using. Increase your systems memory.
For the fastest printing, try these tips:
Choose black ink in your printer software if your document doesnt include color. For Windows, choose Draft for Quality Type. For Macintosh, set the Quality/Speed slider to Speed. If your printer is connected to a hub, disconnect unused USB devices.

Print Quality Problems

You see banding (light lines).
The print head nozzles may need cleaning; see Cleaning the Print Head for instructions. Make sure the paper Type or Media Type setting matches the paper you loaded; see Selecting the Correct Paper Type for guidelines. Make sure the printable side of the paper is face up. Its usually whiter or shinier. The ink cartridges may need replacing; see Replacing an Ink Cartridge for instructions. If you have a Macintosh, try using Automatic mode. See Printing With Macintosh OS X or Printing With Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x for instructions. Run the Print Head Alignment utility; see Aligning the Print Head for instructions.
Your printout is blurry or smeared.
Make sure your paper isnt damp or curled, or loaded face down (the printable side should be face up). Use a support sheet with special paper, or try loading your paper one sheet at a time. Use EPSON papers to ensure proper saturation and absorption of genuine EPSON inks. Remove each sheet from the output tray as it is printed, especially if youre printing on transparencies. Avoid handling printouts on glossy paper or transparencies for a few hours to allow the ink to set. If ink smears on the back of a printout, clean the inside of the printer as described in Cleaning the Printer.

A shielded USB AB cable up to 6.5 feet (2 meters) long.

Specifications

Printing Paper Ink Cartridges Mechanical Electrical Environmental Safety Approvals

Printing

Printing method Nozzle configuration On-demand ink jet Black: 48 nozzles Color: 45 nozzles (15 each: cyan, magenta, yellow) Print direction Input buffer Bidirectional with logic seeking 12KB
Note: Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade paper. Do not load curled or folded paper. Avoid extremes in temperature or humidity when printing. Optimum printing temperature ranges from 55 to 77 F, and optimum humidity ranges from 40 to 60% RH. Store EPSON Self-Adhesive Sheets under the following conditions: 59 to 86 F, and 20 to 60% RH.
Plain Paper, All-Purpose Glossy Paper, Premium Bright White Paper, Photo Quality and High Quality Ink Jet Paper
Size Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) Half letter (5.5 x 8.5 inches) Legal (8.5 x 14 inches) Executive (7.25 x 10.5 inches) A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches) A5 (5.8 x 8.27 inches) User-defined: Width: 3.5 to 9.5 inches Length: 3.5 to 44 inches Paper types Thickness (for plain bond paper) Weight (for plain bond paper) Plain bond paper or special paper distributed by EPSON 0.003 to 0.004 inch 17 to 24 lb (64 to 90 g/m2)

Envelopes

Size No. 10 (4.13 x 9.5 inches) DL (4.33 x 8.7 inches) C6 (4.49 x 6.38 inches) 132 x 220 mm (5.2 x 8.7 inches) Paper types Thickness Weight Plain bond paper, airmail 0.006 to 0.02 inch 12 to 20 lb (45 to 75 g/m2)
Glossy Photo Paper and Photo Paper
Size Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) 4 x 6 inches Panoramic (8.3 x 23.4 inches) A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches) Paper types Special paper distributed by EPSON

Ink Jet Cards

Size Paper types A6 (4.1 x 5.8 inches) Special paper distributed by EPSON
Transparencies, Photo Quality Glossy Paper, and Glossy Photo Greeting Cards
Size Paper types Letter (8.5 x 11 inches) Special paper distributed by EPSON

Self Adhesive Sheets

Size Paper types A4 (8.3 x 11.7 inches) Special paper distributed by EPSON

Photo Stickers

Size Paper types A6 (4.1 x 5.8 inches) with 16 frames Special paper distributed by EPSON
Matte Paper Heavyweight and Double-Sided Matte Paper

Size Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)

Paper types

Special paper distributed by EPSON

Printable Area

A B-L B-R
Single sheets or ink jet cards
Minimum top margin (A) Minimum left margin (B-L) Minimum right margin (B-R) Minimum bottom margin (C)
0.12 inch (3.0 mm) 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) 0.49 inch (12.5 mm)
Note: You can extend the minimum bottom margin to 0.12 (3 mm) using the Minimize Margins feature, however print quality may decline in the expanded area. Before printing large jobs using an extended margin setting, print a single sheet to confirm printout quality.

Ink Cartridges

Specification Color(s) Print capacity* Black cartridge (T036) Black 330 pages using ISO Letter Pattern 10561, 220 pages at 5% in calculation, except for the initial ink cartridge Color cartridge (T037) Cyan, Magenta, Yellow 180 pages, 5% each CMY (total 15%) in calculation, except for initial ink cartridge
Cartridge life Storage temperature
Within 6 months after opening package at 77 F (25 C) 4 to 104 F (20 to 40 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C)

Transit temperature

22 to 140 F (30 to 60 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C); 120 hours at 140 F (60 C)
Freezing temperature** Dimensions (W x D x H)
3.2 F (16 C) 0.78 x 2.08 x 1.52 inches (19.8 x 52.7 x 38.5 mm)
0.4 F (18 C) 1.69 x 2.08 x 1.52 inches (42.9 x 52.7 x 38.5 mm)
* The figure given is based on continuous printing after ink replacement. The actual print capacity may vary. ** Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 77 F (25 C).
Caution: To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSONs warranties. Dont use an ink cartridge if the date on the package has expired.

Mechanical

Paper feed method Paper path Sheet feeder capacity Dimensions Friction Sheet feeder, top entry 100 sheets of 17 lb (65.8 g/m2) paper Storage Width: 16.7 inches (423 mm) Depth: 9.0 inches (229 mm) Height: 6.8 inches (172 mm) Printing Width: 16.7 inches (423 mm) Depth: 18.1 inches (459 mm) Height: 10.9 inches (277 mm) Weight 5.47 lb (2.48 kg) without the ink cartridges

Electrical

Input voltage range Rated frequency range Input frequency range Rated current Power consumption 90 to 264 V 50 to 60 Hz 49.5 to 60.5 Hz 0.4 to 0.2 A Approximately 19 W (ISO10561 Letter Pattern) Approximately 3.0 W Sleep mode Approximately 2.7 W Power Off mode Note: Check the label on the back of the printer for your printers voltage.

Environmental

Temperature Operation: 50 to 95 F (10 to 35 C) Storage**: 4 to 140 F (20 to 60 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C) Transit**: 4 to 140 F (20 to 60 C) 120 hours at 140 F (60 C) Humidity (without condensation) Operation: 20 to 80% RH Storage**: 5 to 85% RH
Note: Stored in shipping container

Safety Approvals

Safety standards EMC UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950 FCC part 15 subpart B class B CSA C108.8 Class B

Appendix

Copyright Notice A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials Trademarks

Copyright Notice

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers. Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATIONs operating and maintenance instructions. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials
Ink jet printers, like photocopiers, conventional cameras, digital cameras, and scanners, can be misused by improper copying and reprinting of copyrighted material. While some countries laws permit limited copying of copyrighted material in certain circumstances, those circumstances may not be as broad as some people assume. EPSON encourages each user to be responsible and respectful of the copyright laws when using ink jet printers, scanners, and digital cameras.

Trademarks

EPSON, EPSON Stylus, and EPSON Photo Stickers are registered trademarks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. EPSON PhotoCenter, SoundAdvice, and EPSON Store are service marks, and EPSON Software and PhotoEnhance are trademarks of Epson America, Inc. General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks. The ENERGY STAR emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. Copyright 2003 by Epson America, Inc. 3/03

EPSON Stylus C44 Series User Replaceable Parts
Part name Reference number Part number 1253255 2020113
Left edge guide Maintenance button and error light Power button and light

Paper support

Printer cover
Printer cover Paper support Output tray (stacker) Power cable

Printer Specifications

Printing
Printing method Black Color Print direction Input buffer On-demand ink jet 48 nozzles 45 nozzles (15 each: cyan, magenta, yellow) Bidirectional with logic seeking 12KB Nozzle configuration

Output tray

Accessories

Ink Cartridges

Cartridge Black Color Part numbers T036120 T037020

Mechanical

Paper feed method Paper path Sheet feeder capacity
Size Letter Letter A4 Legal A6 Letter Ax 6 inches, perforated Letter Part number S041586 S041062 S041061 S041067 S041054 S041111 S041117 S041134 S041141 S041271 S041272 S041649 S041140 S041145 S041064 S041257 S041568 S041654 S041124 S041126 S041106 S041606 S041144-KIT S041144
Friction Sheet feeder, top entry 100 sheets of 17 lb (65.8 g/m2) paper Width: 16.7 inches (423 mm) Depth: 9.0 inches (229 mm) Height: 6.8 inches (172 mm) Width: 16.7 inches (423 mm) Depth: 18.1 inches (459 mm) Height: 10.9 inches (277 mm) 5.47 lb (2.48 kg) without ink cartridges
EPSON paper name Premium Bright White Paper Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper

Dimensions Storage

Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards High Quality Ink Jet Paper Glossy Photo Paper (Photo Paper)

Weight

Electrical
Input voltage range* Rated frequency range Input frequency range Rated current Power consumption
90 to 132 V 50 to 60 Hz 49.5 to 60.5 Hz 0.4 A to 0.2 A Approx. 19 W (ISO10561 Letter Pattern) Approx. 3W in standby mode Approx. 2.7 W in Power Off mode
A4 Panoramic Ink Jet Transparencies Matte Paper Heavyweight Letter Letter Letter Letter Letter A4

Double-Sided Matte Paper

All-Purpose Glossy Paper Photo Quality Glossy Paper
Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets A4 Glossy Photo Greeting Card Kit Photo Stickers Kit (CD-ROM/paper) Photo Stickers (refill) Letter A6 A6
* Check the label on the back of the printer for your printers voltage.
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Environmental
Temperature Operation Storage* Transit* 50 to 95 F (10 to 35 C) to 104 F (20 to 40 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C) 4 to 140 F (20 to 60 C) 120 hours at 140 F (60 C) 20 to 80% RH 5 to 85% RH
Storage temperature Transit temperature 4 Specification Color(s)
Black ink cartridge (T036120) Black Color ink cartridge (T037020) Cyan, Magenta, Yellow 180 pages, 5% each CMY (total 15%) in calculation, except for the initial ink cartridge
Print capacity* 330 pages using ISO Letter Pattern 10561, 220 pages at 5% in calculation, except for the initial ink cartridge Cartridge life
Humidity (without condensation) Operation Storage*
Within 6 months after opening package, at 77 F [25 C]) 4 to 104 F (20 to 40 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C) 22 to 140 F (30 to 60 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C) 120 hours at 140 F (60 C) 0.4 F (18 C) 1.69 2.08 1.52 inches (W D H) 42.9 52.7 38.5 mm (W D H)
*Stored in shipping container

Safety Approvals

Safety standards EMC UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950 FCC part 15 subpart B class B CSA C108.8 Class B

Dimensions

Freezing 3.2 F (16 C) temperature** 0.78 2.08 1.52 inches (W D H) 19.8 52.7 38.5 mm (W D H)
* The figure given is based on continuous printing after ink replacement. The actual print capacity may vary. ** Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 77 F (25 C). Caution: To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSONs warranties. Dont use an ink cartridge if the date on the package has expired.
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Paper type Plain paper, All-Purpose Glossy, Premium Bright White Paper, Photo Quality and High Quality Ink Jet Paper Size Letter (8.inches) Legal (8.inches) Half letter (statement, 5.5 8.5 inches) Executive (7.inches) A4 (mm) A5 (mm) A6 (mm) Letter (8.inches) Paper types Plain bond paper or special paper distributed by EPSON Thickness 0.003 to 0.004 inch (0.08 to 0.11 mm) for plain bond paper Weight 17 to 24 lb (64 to 90 g/m2) for plain bond paper

Transparencies and Photo Quality Glossy Paper
Transparencies and glossy paper distributed by EPSON Matte paper distributed by EPSON Self adhesive sheets distributed by EPSON
0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 0.009 inch (0.23 mm)

44 lb (167 g/m2)

Matte Paper Heavyweight, Letter (8.inches) Double-Sided Matte Paper Self-adhesive sheets Envelopes A4 (mm)
No. 10, 4.1 9.5 inches (mm) Plain bond paper or air mail paper DL, 4.3 8.7 inches (mm) C6, 4.4 6.4 inches (mm) A6 (mm) Letter (8.inches) A4 (mm) inches (mm) Panoramic (mm) A6 (mm), 16 frames/sheet Ink jet cards distributed by EPSON Photo paper distributed by EPSON
0.006 to 0.02 inch 12 to 20 lb (0.16 to 0.51 mm) (45 to 75 g/m2)
Ink jet cards Glossy Photo Paper and Photo Paper

Photo Stickers

Photo stickers distributed by EPSON
Caution: Always load paper in the sheet feeder short edge first. Load envelopes short edge first with the flap side down and on the left. Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, EPSON cannot attest to the quality of any non-EPSON brand or type of paper. Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams and other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. Do not load curled or folded paper. Use papers under these conditions: Temperature: 59 to 77 F (15 to 25 C) Humidity: 40 to 60% RH Store printouts on Photo Quality Glossy Film and Self Adhesive Sheets under these conditions: Temperature: 59 to 86 F (15 to 30 C) Humidity: 20 to 60% RH

Printable area

A B-L B-R

A B-L B-R C

envelopes
single sheets/index cards A: The minimum top margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). B-L: The minimum left margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). B-R: The minimum right margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). C: The minimum bottom margin is 0.55 inch (14.0 mm). * You can extend the minimum bottom margin to 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) using the Minimize Margins feature; however, print quality may decline in the expanded area.
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EPSON Stylus C44 Series Control Panel
To diagnose some problems, check the printers control panel, as described below, or run a printer check (page 5).

Lights Problem and solution No paper is loaded in the printer Load paper in the sheet feeder, then press the b maintenance button. The printer resumes printing and the light goes out. Press the b maintenance button to eject the jammed paper. If the error does not clear, open the printer cover and remove all of the paper inside, including any torn pieces. Then reload the paper in the sheet feeder and press the b maintenance button to resume printing. Follow the instructions on page 6 to replace the ink cartridge. If the b light remains on after you install a cartridge, one of your ink cartridges is installed incorrectly, or you installed the wrong cartridge. Following the instructions on page 6, remove the cartridge, check to make sure you have the correct EPSON cartridge, and reinstall it. Obtain a replacement black or color ink cartridge. To determine which cartridge is nearly empty, follow the instructions on page 6. Turn off the printer. Open the printer cover and remove any paper or other obstructions from the paper path. Then, turn the printer back on. If the error does not clear, contact your dealer. Turn off the printer and contact your dealer.
Installing the First Ink Cartridges
1. Turn on the printer. 2. Open the cover and lift the ink cartridge clamps.
Paper has jammed in the printer
Caution: Dont touch the sensor on top of the ink cartridge holders.
You have an empty ink cartridge
3. Unpack the ink cartridges that came with your printer and remove the yellow tabs.

flashing

The black or color ink cartridge is nearly empty
The print head is obstructed by jammed paper or other material and cant return to the home position

Black cartridge

Color cartridge
Caution: Dont remove the seals from the bottom of the cartridges; ink will leak out. Also, dont touch the green chips on the back of the cartridges. Keep the cartridges out of the reach of children.

P flashing

An unknown printer error has occurred
4. Insert the ink cartridges one at a time. The green chip on the cartridge should face the rear of the printer.

Black Color

Caution: Install both ink cartridges or the printer wont work.
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5. Press down on the ink cartridge clamps until they click shut. 6. Press the b maintenance button and close the printer cover. The P power light flashes and you hear the ink charging. Wait until ink charging is finished (the P power light stops flashing).

Caution: Dont turn off the printer or interrupt charging while the P power light is flashing or youll use up more ink than necessary when you turn it back on.
For this paper name. EPSON Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Photo Paper EPSON All-Purpose Glossy Paper EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Cards EPSON Photo Stickers EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies
Select this Type or Media Type setting Glossy Photo Paper
Photo Quality Glossy Film Ink Jet Transparencies

Testing the Printer

You can run a printer check to determine whether a problem comes from the printer itself or some other source. 1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off. Then disconnect the USB cable from the printer. 2. Make sure letter-size or larger paper is loaded in the printer. 3. Hold down the b maintenance button, then press and release the Ppower button. Continue holding down the b maintenance button until the P power light starts to flash, then release it. The printer prints one page showing its ROM version number and a nozzle check pattern. (If the pattern has gaps in its dots, you need to clean the print head; see page 7.) 4. Turn off the printer after it prints the check page. Then reconnect the USB cable and turn on your printer and computer.
If the check page prints, the problem probably lies in
Additional Media Loading Guidelines
Caution: Dont use the cleaning sheets that may be included with your special media; they may damage the printer.
Always load paper short edge first, even when printing
landscape-oriented pictures.
Always handle sheets by the edges, and dont touch the

printable surface.

Be sure to load the printable (whiter) side of the media face

up in the sheet feeder.

You can load paper up to the arrow on the left edge guide. In addition to the paper Type (Windows) or Media Type (Macintosh) setting, remember to select the correct Paper Size for your media in the printer software. If the special media has protective sheets between each
sheet, be sure to remove the protective sheets before printing.
Some special media have a cut corner that you need to
your software settings, interface cable, or computer. Your software may not be installed correctly.
If the check page doesnt print, you may have a problem

position in the upper right corner when you load it.
You can load EPSON special media as follows:
For this paper name. EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Cards EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets EPSON Photo Stickers EPSON Photo Paper (Panoramic size) EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies EPSON Glossy Photo Paper (4 6-inch size) EPSON Photo Paper (4 6-inch size) EPSON Glossy Photo Paper (A4 and letter-size) EPSON Photo Paper (A4- and letter-size) Matte Paper Heavyweight Load this number of sheets Up to 30 sheets; 10 sheets for legal-size Up to 30 cards with the included support sheet beneath the stack One sheet at a time
with your printer. Try the suggestions in the electronic Users Guide on the printer software CD-ROM. If nothing works, contact your dealer or EPSON.
Printing on Special Media
Select the paper Type Windows) or Media Type (Macintosh) setting according to the guidelines in the table below.
For this paper name. Plain paper and envelopes EPSON Premium Bright White Paper EPSON High Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight EPSON Double-Sided Matte Paper Select this Type or Media Type setting Plain paper Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper
Up to 10 sheets Up to 20 sheets with the included support sheet beneath the stack Up to 20 sheets at a time with the included support sheet beneath the stack Up to 20 sheets with the included support sheet beneath the stack
Matte Paper - Heavyweight
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EPSON Stylus C44 Series Replacing an Ink Cartridge
Use these ink cartridges before the expiration date on the package:
Black: T036120 Color: T037020
Caution: To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and dont refill them. Other products may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSONs warranty.
3. Lift the ink cartridge clamp and remove the cartridge. 4. Unpack the new ink cartridge and remove the yellow tab.
Low ink: red b error light flashes and a status screen appears telling you which cartridge is low. Empty cartridge: red b error light stays lit and the empty cartridge is indicated on the screen; you must replace it to continue printing.
Warning: If ink gets on your hands, wash them with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
5. Insert the new cartridge and close the clamp. Make sure the clamp is closed completely.

Checking Your Ink Supply

To check your ink supply, do one of the following: Windows: Double-click the Status Monitor icon on your taskbar (in the lower right corner of your screen). You see a window showing the ink remaining in each cartridge. Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x: Open the File menu and choose Print. Click the ink icon. You see a window showing the ink remaining in each cartridge. Macintosh OS X: Double-click the Applications folder on your hard drive. Double-click EPSON Printer Utility, select the C44 Series printer in the Printer List window, and click OK. Then click the EPSON StatusMonitor button. You see a window showing the ink remaining in each cartridge. 6. Press the b maintenance button. (If the other cartridge needs replacement, the print head moves into loading position. Repeat steps 3 through 5.)

Caution: Dont move the print head by hand; you could damage the printer Always us the b maintenance button.
Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges
1. Open the printer cover 2. Press the b maintenance button for 10 seconds. The print head moves to the cartridge replacement position. (If both ink cartridges need replacement, it moves to the black cartridge position first. The black cartridge is on the left, and the color cartridge is on the right.)
Caution: Dont touch the ink cartridge sensor above the print head, as shown below.
7. Wait until ink charging is finished (the green P power light stops flashing and the red b error light goes out). Ink charging takes about 30 seconds. 8. Close the printer cover. If the red b error light remains on and the printer continues to make noise for more than five minutes, open the printer cover and press the P power button to turn the printer off. Then make sure that the ink cartridge clamps are completely closed. Close the printer cover and press the b maintenance button to finish ink charging. If that doesnt work, contact your dealer or EPSON.
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EPSON Stylus C44 Series Cleaning the Print Head
If your printouts are unexpectedly light or faint, or dots or lines are missing from the image, you may need to clean the print head. This unclogs the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if quality declines. This section explains how to clean the print head using the Head Cleaning utility. This is the recommended method when the printer is connected directly to your computer (not over a network). You can also clean the print head by holding down the b maintenance button on the printers control panel for 7 seconds when the red b error light is off.
Caution: When you dont turn on your printer for a long time, the print quality can decline. Its a good idea to turn on your printer at least once a month to maintain good print quality.
5. If the nozzle check pattern has no gaps or lines, click Finish. If the pattern has white lines, click Clean to clean the print head again. If you dont see any improvement after cleaning three or four times, check the solutions in the electronic Users Guide on your printer software CD-ROM. You can also turn the printer off and wait overnightthis allows any dried ink to softenand then try cleaning the print head again.
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern

Examine the nozzle check pattern you print. Each black and colored area should be solid, with no gaps or lines, as shown below:
Running the Head Cleaning Utility
1. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and the red b error light is off. (If the b error light is flashing or on, you may need to replace the ink cartridge; see page 6 for details.) 2. Do one of the following:

Windows: right-click the

If your printout looks okay, youre done. If you see any white lines or gaps (see below), clean the print
head again; see the previous section for instructions.
Status Monitor icon on the right side of the Windows taskbar. Then click Head Cleaning.

Aligning the Print Head

If your printouts contain misaligned vertical lines, you may need to align the print head. Your printer must be connected to a local port, not on a network, to use the Print Head Alignment utility. 1. Make sure the printer is turned on, but not printing, and letter-size plain paper (not special ink jet paper) is loaded.
Caution: Load paper thats at least 8.27 inches (210 mm) wide to prevent ink from spraying inside the printer and smudging your printouts.
Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x: Open the File menu and choose Page Setup or Print. Click the utility button, then click the Head Cleaning button. Macintosh OS X: Double-click the Applications folder on your hard drive. Double-click EPSON Printer Utility, select the C44 Series printer, and click OK. Then click the Head Cleaning button.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to clean the print head. Cleaning takes about 30 seconds, during which the printer makes some noise and the green P power light flashes.
Caution: Never turn off the printer while the P power light is flashing, unless the printer hasnt moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes.
2. Do one of the following:
Status Monitor icon on the right side of the Windows taskbar. Then click Print Head Alignment.
4. When the P power light stops flashing, run a nozzle check to confirm the print head nozzles are clean. Make sure plain paper (not special ink jet paper) is loaded in the printer and click Print nozzle check pattern. Then click Print. The nozzle check pattern prints (see the next section for details).
Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x: Open the File menu and choose Page Setup or Print. Click the utility button, then click Print Head Alignment. Macintosh OS X: Double-click the Applications folder on your hard drive. Double-click EPSON Printer Utility, select the C44 Series printer, and click OK. Then click Print Head Alignment.
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3. Follow the instructions on the screen to print a test page. You see the alignment window. 4. On the printed page, select the pattern that shows the two vertical lines most precisely printed on top of each other. You may need to use a magnifying glass. 5. Select one pattern each for rows 1, 2, and 3. Then enter the number of the best pattern for each row in the corresponding boxes on the screen. 6. If you find a perfectly aligned pattern for each row, click Finish. If you cant find a row that has a perfectly aligned pattern, select the best pattern and click Realignment to print another test page. Then repeat this step until all three rows have a perfectly aligned pattern.

Transporting the Printer

If you move your printer some distance, you need to prepare it for transportation in its original box or one of a similar size.
Caution: To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Be sure to remove the tape used in step 4 after installing the printer in its new location.
Follow these steps: 1. Turn on the printer, wait until the print head locks in the far right position, then turn off the printer. 2. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Then disconnect both the power cord and the printer cable from the printer. 3. Remove any paper from the printer and remove the paper support. 4. Open the printer cover. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with tape as shown, then close the printer cover.
Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer case

Cleaning the Printer

To keep your printer working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the printer, unplug the power cord, and disconnect the USB cable. 2. Remove all paper, then use a soft brush to clean any dust or dirt from the sheet feeder. 3. Clean the exterior of the printer with a soft, damp cloth.
Caution: Dont touch the gears inside the printer. Never use a hard or abrasive brush, or alcohol or thinner for cleaning; they can damage the printer components and case. Dont get water on the printer components and dont spray lubricants or oils inside the printer. Dont remove the grease on the carriage rail. It is needed to lubricate movement of the print head. Dont use any cleaning sheets included with special paper; they may jam inside the printer.
5. Push in the output tray. 6. Repack the printer and its attachments in the original box using the protective materials that came with them. Keep the printer level as you transport it. After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head and test your printer. If you notice a decline in print quality, clean the print head (see page 7); if output is misaligned, align the print head (see page 7).

Related Documentation

PL-SC44UX CPD-15884 CPD-15885 CPD-15883 EPSON Stylus C44 Series Parts Price List EPSON Stylus C44 Series Start Here EPSON Stylus C44 Series Installing Software/Important Notices booklet EPSON Stylus C44 Series CD-ROM with Users Guide in HTML format
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