EasyManua.ls Logo

Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290 - User Manual

Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290
241 pages
Print Icon
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Loading...
User’s Guide
Color Ink Jet Printer
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 the 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 CORPORATION’s 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.
EPSON is a registered trademark and EPSON Stylus is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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.
Copyright © 2000 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.

Table of Contents

Other manuals for Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290

Questions and Answers

  • J
    Jennifer RichardsSep 12, 2025
    What to do if Epson Printer is out of paper?
    • J
      Joshua GarciaSep 12, 2025
      Check EPSON Status Monitor 3 or EPSON StatusMonitor. Load paper in the sheet feeder, then press the maintenance button. The printer resumes printing and the light goes out.
  • K
    Kathryn HunterAug 25, 2025
    How to clean clogged print head nozzle on Epson Printer?
    • A
      Anthony EricksonAug 25, 2025
      To clean clogged print head nozzles on your Epson printer, ensure the printer is on and the b error light is off. For Windows, access the printer software, click the Utility tab, and then click the Head Cleaning button. For Macintosh, access the printer software, click the Utility icon button, and then click the Head Cleaning button. Follow the on-screen instructions to clean the print head.
  • B
    Bradley MatthewsAug 26, 2025
    What to do if Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290 Printer says ink out?
    • A
      Amanda CollinsAug 26, 2025
      If the black or color ink cartridge is empty or not installed, replace it with a new one. If the installed black or color ink cartridge cannot be used by this printer, use the appropriate black or color ink cartridge.
  • S
    stephanieturnerAug 28, 2025
    How to fix paper jam in Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290 Printer?
    • N
      Nathaniel GillAug 28, 2025
      Check EPSON Status Monitor 3 or EPSON StatusMonitor. Press the 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 maintenance button to resume printing.
  • E
    eric66Aug 29, 2025
    Why is my Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290 Printer saying ink is low?
    • C
      Carrie CopelandAug 29, 2025
      If the black or color ink cartridge is nearly empty, obtain a replacement. To determine which cartridge is nearly empty, check the ink level using EPSON Status Monitor 3 or EPSON StatusMonitor. Black ink cartridges: T007 (Standard Capacity) T010 (Light Capacity). Color ink cartridges: T009 (Stylus Photo 1290) T008 (Stylus Photo 890).
  • L
    Lindsay BriggsAug 30, 2025
    How to fix horizontal banding on Epson Printer?
    • R
      Roger HughesAug 31, 2025
      Make sure that the printable side of the paper is face up in the sheet feeder. Run the Head Cleaning utility to clear any clogged ink nozzles. Clear all settings, and select Automatic as the Mode setting on your printer software’s Main menu (Windows) or in the Print dialog box (Macintosh). Check the error light. If the light is flashing, replace the appropriate ink cartridge. Make sure that Maximum is not selected as the Printable Area setting in your printer software. Make sure that the Media Type selected in the printer software is appropriate for the type of media loaded in the printer. Select MicroWeave if the setting is active.
  • S
    Sandra Adams MDSep 19, 2025
    What to do if my Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290 ink cartridge cannot be used by this printer?
    • U
      uclarkSep 22, 2025
      If the installed black or color ink cartridge cannot be used by this printer, use the appropriate black or color ink cartridge. Black: T007 (Standard Capacity) T010 (Light Capacity) Color: T009 (Stylus Photo 1290) T008 (Stylus Photo 890).
  • L
    lauren81Nov 22, 2025
    Why is my Epson Printer producing blurry or smeared printouts?
    • C
      Christina WilliamsNov 22, 2025
      Make sure that the printer is on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the printer base in all directions. Also, ensure your paper is dry and the printable side is facing up. Clear all settings, and select Automatic as the Mode setting on your printer software’s Main menu (Windows) or in the Print dialog box (Macintosh). If the paper is curled toward the printable side, flatten it or curl it slightly toward the opposite side. Set the adjust lever to the “+” position, and make sure the Media Type setting in your printer driver is correct. Remove each sheet from the output tray as it is printed. If you are printing on glossy media or transparencies, place a support sheet (or a sheet of plain paper) beneath the stack. When printing on thick media, set the adjust lever to the “+” position...
  • B
    Bethany RhodesSep 9, 2025
    Why is my Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290 printing faint lines or gaps?
    • S
      suzanne30Sep 9, 2025
      If your Epson printer is producing printouts with faint lines, images, or text, ensure that A4 or Letter size paper is loaded in the sheet feeder. For Windows, go to the printer software, click the Utility tab, and then click the Nozzle Check button. For Macintosh, go to the Print or Page Setup dialog box, click the Utility icon button, and then click the Nozzle Check button. Follow the on-screen instructions to check the print head nozzles. If segments are missing or faint, the print head nozzles may be clogged, so try the Head Cleaning utility.
  • M
    Mrs. Pamela Garcia DVMSep 6, 2025
    How to fix Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290 Printer paper jam?
    • C
      Christy StephensSep 6, 2025
      If your Epson printer has a paper jam, use EPSON Status Monitor 3 or EPSON StatusMonitor to diagnose. Press the b maintenance button to eject the jammed paper. If the error does not clear, open the printer cover and remove all paper inside, including torn pieces. Then, reload the paper in the sheet feeder and press the b maintenance button to resume printing.

Summary

Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

Crucial guidelines to follow before using the printer to ensure safety.

When setting up your printer

Guidelines for safely and correctly setting up the printer.

When handling the ink cartridges

Precautions to observe when handling ink cartridges to prevent damage or injury.

Chapter 1 Paper Handling

Loading Plain Paper

Step-by-step instructions for loading standard plain paper into the printer.

Chapter 2 Using Roll Paper

Loading the Roll Paper

Instructions for mounting the roll paper holder and loading roll paper.

Chapter 3 Printing with Windows

Making Settings on the Main Menu

Explains how to configure basic print settings via the main menu.

Making Settings on the Paper Menu

Details on adjusting paper size, copies, orientation, and printable area.

Making Settings on the Layout Menu

Options for modifying page layout, including reduce/enlarge and watermarks.

Using the Printer Utilities

Information on using printer maintenance and status utilities.

Chapter 4 Checking Printer Status and Managing Print Jobs for Windows

Using the Progress Meter

Explains the progress meter for monitoring print jobs and status.

Using EPSON Status Monitor 3

Detailed information on monitoring printer status and ink levels.

Chapter 5 Using the Printer Software for Macintosh

Making settings in the Print dialog box

Guide to configuring print settings in the Mac print dialog.

Chapter 6 Checking Printer Status and Managing Print Jobs for Macintosh

Chapter 7 Setting Up Your Printer on a Network

Chapter 8 Replacing Ink Cartridges

Chapter 9 Maintenance

Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

Diagnosing the Problem

Methods for identifying and diagnosing printer issues.

Print Quality Problems

Solutions for common print quality issues like banding and color problems.

Chapter 11 Options and Consumable Products

Epson Stylus PHOTO 1290 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEpson
ModelStylus PHOTO 1290
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

Related product manuals