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Epson XP-430 User Manual

Epson XP-430
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XP-430/XP-434 User's Guide

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Epson XP-430 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyInkjet
Max Print Resolution5760 x 1440 dpi
ConnectivityWi-Fi, USB
Scanner TypeFlatbed
Automatic Document FeederNo
Duplex PrintingManual
FunctionsPrint, Copy, Scan
Scan Resolution1200 x 2400 dpi
Ink Cartridges4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Weight9 lbs
Paper Sizes SupportedLetter, Legal, Envelopes
Print Speed Color4.5 ppm
Mobile PrintingEpson Connect, Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print
Dimensions15.4 x 11.8 x 5.7" (W x D x H)
Display1.44-inch color LCD

Summary

Product Basics

Using the Control Panel

Learn about the control panel and select settings.

Control Panel Buttons and Lights

Identify and understand the functions of control panel buttons and lights.

Adjusting Control Panel Position

Change the angle of the control panel for easier use.

Changing LCD Screen Language

Set the display language for the product's LCD screen.

Turning Off Control Panel Sounds

Disable audible feedback when pressing control panel buttons.

Product Parts Locations

Identify the various parts of the Epson product.

Product Parts - Top

Detailed view of the product's top components.

Product Parts - Inside

Detailed view of the product's internal components.

Product Parts - Back

Detailed view of the product's rear components.

The Power Off and Sleep Timers

Adjust automatic sleep and power-off timers for energy management.

Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More

Utilize cloud services for printing and scanning from mobile devices and computers.

Using Google Cloud Print

Print wirelessly from various devices using Google Cloud Print service.

Using AirPrint

Enable wireless printing from Apple iOS and macOS devices.

Using the Mopria Print Service

Print from Android devices using the Mopria Print Service standard.

Android Printing Using the Epson Print Enabler

Print wirelessly from Android devices using the Epson Print Enabler.

Using Fire OS Printing

Print wirelessly from Amazon Fire tablets and phones.

Using Windows 10 Mobile Printing

Print wirelessly from Windows 10 Mobile devices.

Using Epson Print and Scan App with Windows Tablets

Print photos and scan from Windows tablets using the dedicated Epson app.

Wi-Fi Networking

Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup

Connect the product to a wireless network via a router or access point.

Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup

Establish a direct wireless connection between devices and the product.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

Connect the product to a WPS-enabled network using the WPS button.

Printing Network Status Sheet

Print a report to diagnose network connection issues.

Managing Network Connections

Change or update the product's network connection settings.

Accessing Web Config Utility

Configure product network settings using a web browser.

Changing to Wi-Fi Connection

Switch from a USB connection to a wireless Wi-Fi connection.

Connecting to New Wi-Fi Router

Update Wi-Fi connection settings when changing wireless routers.

Disabling Wi-Fi Features

Disable the product's wireless networking features.

Loading Paper

Loading Paper for Documents and Photos

Load plain paper, photo paper, or envelopes into the sheet feeder.

Loading Envelopes

Load envelopes correctly into the sheet feeder for printing.

Paper Loading Capacity

Information on the maximum number of sheets that can be loaded.

Available Epson Papers

List of compatible Epson paper types and their details.

Borderless Paper Type Compatibility

List of paper types and sizes compatible with borderless printing.

Paper or Media Type Settings - Control Panel

Configure paper type settings using the product's control panel.

Paper or Media Type Settings - Product Software

Configure paper type settings using the printer software.

Placing Originals on the Product

Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass

Position documents or photos correctly on the scanner glass for scanning.

Copying

Copying Documents or Photos

Make color or black-and-white copies of documents and photos.

Copying Options

Select settings like density, layout, and reduce/enlarge for copies.

Copying and Restoring Photos

Restore colors in faded photos while making copies.

Printing from a Computer

Printing with Windows

Print documents and photos from Windows applications.

Printing with OS X

Print documents and photos from OS X applications.

Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows

Configure essential print settings like paper size and quality in Windows.

Print Quality Options - Windows

Fine-tune print quality by selecting draft, standard, or high quality.

Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows

Print multiple pages on one sheet or create posters.

Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows

Configure manual or automatic double-sided printing settings.

Selecting Additional Layout and Print Options - Windows

Customize print jobs with layout, watermarks, and headers/footers.

Selecting a Printing Preset - Windows

Apply pre-defined print setting configurations for common tasks.

Selecting Extended Settings - Windows

Configure advanced print settings like page rendering and spooling.

Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows

Save print settings and initiate the print job from Windows.

Checking Print Status - Windows

Monitor print job progress and ink status in Windows.

Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows

Set default print settings that apply to all Windows applications.

Changing Printer Software Language

Select the display language for the Windows printer software.

Changing Automatic Update Options

Configure automatic software update checks for the printer.

Selecting Basic Print Settings - OS X

Configure basic print settings like paper size and orientation in OS X.

Print Quality Settings - OS X

Fine-tune print quality options such as draft, economy, normal, fine, quality, and high quality.

Print Options - OS X

Customize print jobs with expansion, grayscale, and mirror image options.

Selecting Page Setup Settings - OS X

Set paper size and orientation for print jobs in OS X.

Selecting Print Layout Options - OS X

Apply various layout options like pages per sheet and border settings.

Managing Color - OS X

Adjust color matching and options for accurate color reproduction.

Selecting Printing Preferences - OS X

Set global printing preferences for all print jobs in OS X.

Printing Your Document or Photo - OS X

Finalize print settings and start the print job from OS X.

Checking Print Status - OS X

Monitor print job progress and ink status on macOS.

Cancelling Printing Using a Product Button

Cancel an active print job directly from the product's control panel.

Scanning

Starting a Scan

Initiate the scanning process using various methods.

Starting a Scan Using the Product Control Panel

Begin scanning directly from the product's control panel buttons.

Changing Default Scan Button Settings

Customize the default settings for scan buttons using Event Manager.

Starting a Scan Using the Epson Scan Icon

Launch Epson Scan software to select settings and scan documents.

Starting a Scan from a Scanning Program

Initiate Epson Scan from an external scanning application.

Selecting Epson Scan Settings

Customize scan settings by choosing different modes and options.

Scan Modes

Select the appropriate scan mode: Full Auto, Home, Office, or Professional.

Scanning in Full Auto Mode

Scan documents automatically with minimal user intervention.

Available Image Adjustments - Full Auto Mode

Apply adjustments like dust removal and color restoration in Full Auto Mode.

Scanning in Home Mode

Scan with pre-defined settings or customize image adjustments in Home Mode.

Selecting a Scan Area - Home Mode

Define the specific area of the original to be scanned in Home Mode.

Available Image Adjustments - Home Mode

Apply image adjustments like descreening and brightness in Home Mode.

Selecting a Scan Size - Home Mode

Reduce or enlarge the scanned image size in Home Mode.

Scanning in Office Mode

Scan documents efficiently with specific settings for office use.

Selecting a Scan Area - Office Mode

Define the scan area for documents in Office Mode.

Available Image Adjustments - Office Mode

Apply image adjustments like unsharp mask and text enhancement in Office Mode.

Scanning in Professional Mode

Manually customize all available scan settings for advanced control.

Available Image Types - Professional Mode

Select image types like 24-bit color or grayscale for professional scans.

Selecting a Scan Area - Professional Mode

Define the scan area for detailed control in Professional Mode.

Available Image Adjustments - Professional Mode

Apply advanced image adjustments in Professional Mode.

Selecting a Scan Size - Professional Mode

Set the target scan size for detailed control in Professional Mode.

Image Preview Guidelines

Understand thumbnail and normal preview modes for scanning.

Scan Resolution Guidelines

Determine the correct resolution for enlarging scanned images.

Selecting Scan File Settings

Choose the location, name, and format for saved scan files.

Scanning with OS X Using Image Capture

Scan using macOS's Image Capture application.

Available Scan Settings - OS X Image Capture

Configure scan settings within macOS Image Capture.

Scanning from Smart Devices

Scan documents or photos from iOS or Android devices.

Scanning Special Projects

Utilize software options for completing special scan projects.

Scanning to Online Destinations Using Easy Photo Scan

Upload scanned images to online services like Facebook or Picasa.

Uploading Scanned Images to Facebook

Configure and upload scanned images to a Facebook account.

Uploading Scanned Images to Picasa

Configure and upload scanned images to a Picasa account.

Uploading Scanned Images to Evernote

Configure and upload scanned images to an Evernote account.

Uploading Scanned Images to SugarSync

Configure and upload scanned images to a SugarSync account.

Uploading Scanned Images to a Web Folder

Upload scanned images to a Web Folder using Easy Photo Scan.

Uploading Scanned Images to Email

Save scanned images to a folder and send them via email.

Saving Scanned Images to a Folder

Save scanned images to a local network folder using Easy Photo Scan.

Epson JPEG File Settings

Configure JPEG image quality and encoding settings in Easy Photo Scan.

Epson TIFF and Multi-TIFF File Settings

Configure TIFF file settings for scanned images in Easy Photo Scan.

Scanning to a PDF File

Scan multi-page documents directly into a single PDF file.

Restoring Photo Colors as You Scan

Restore faded colors in photos during the scanning process.

Using Memory Cards With Your Product

Inserting a Memory Card

Insert a compatible memory card into the product's slot.

Memory Card Types

List of supported memory card types, including adapters.

Memory Card File Specifications

Details on compatible file formats, image size, and number of files.

Removing a Memory Card

Safely remove a memory card from the product.

Printing from a Memory Card

Print photos directly from a memory card inserted into the product.

Viewing and Printing Photos

View and select photos from a memory card for printing on the LCD screen.

Viewing and Printing Individual Photos

Select and print individual photos displayed on the LCD screen.

Viewing and Printing Individual Photos Using the Slide Show

View photos as a slide show and select them for printing.

Cropping Photos Displayed on the LCD Screen

Crop or rotate photos directly on the product's LCD screen.

Print Setting Options - Photo Mode

Configure print settings specific to photo printing from memory cards.

Printing Photo Layouts From a Memory Card

Print multiple photos in various layouts from a memory card.

Photo Layout Options

Select desired photo layout styles for printing.

Scanning to a Memory Card

Scan images directly to a memory card inserted into the product.

Transferring Photos on a Memory Card

Transfer photos between the product's memory card and a computer.

Setting Up File Sharing for Photo Transfers From Your Computer

Configure file sharing settings for transferring photos.

Transferring Photos from a Memory Card to Your Computer

Copy photos from the memory card to a connected computer.

Printing Personalized Projects

Printing Lined Paper and Graph Paper

Print custom lined or graph paper designs.

Printing Personalized Note Paper

Print note paper with a personal photo background.

Printing Calendar Pages

Create and print weekly or monthly calendar pages.

Replacing Ink Cartridges

Check Cartridge Status

Monitor ink levels on the LCD screen or through software.

Checking Cartridge Status on the LCD Screen

View ink cartridge status directly on the product's LCD screen.

Checking Cartridge Status with Windows

Check ink cartridge status using the Epson Status Monitor utility in Windows.

Checking Cartridge Status with OS X

Check ink cartridge status using the Epson Status Monitor utility on Mac.

Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges

Information on purchasing genuine Epson ink and paper supplies.

Ink Cartridge Part Numbers

List of part numbers for ordering ink cartridges.

Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges

Step-by-step guide for replacing ink cartridges.

Adjusting Print Quality

Print Head Maintenance

Perform utilities to clean or align the print head for better quality.

Print Head Nozzle Check

Print a pattern to check for clogged print head nozzles.

Checking the Nozzles Using the Product Control Panel

Perform a nozzle check using the product's control panel.

Checking the Nozzles Using a Computer Utility

Perform a nozzle check using the printer utility on a computer.

Print Head Cleaning

Clean the print head to resolve issues like missing dots or faint lines.

Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel

Clean the print head using the product's control panel.

Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility

Clean the print head using the printer utility on a computer.

Print Head Alignment

Align the print head to correct grainy or blurry printouts.

Aligning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel

Align the print head using the product's control panel.

Aligning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility

Align the print head using the printer utility on a computer.

Cleaning the Paper Path

Clean the paper path to remove excess ink from printouts.

Solving Problems

Checking for Software Updates

Check for and install the latest product software updates from Epson.

Product Status Messages

Diagnose problems by checking messages displayed on the LCD screen.

Running a Product Check

Perform a product check to determine if it is operating properly.

Resetting Control Panel Defaults

Reset product control panel settings to their factory defaults.

Solving Setup Problems

Troubleshoot issues encountered during product setup.

Solving Network Problems

Resolve issues related to setting up or using the product on a network.

Product Cannot Connect to Wireless Router

Troubleshoot connection issues with wireless routers or access points.

Network Software Cannot Find Product

Resolve issues where network software cannot locate the product.

Product Does Not Appear in OS X Printer Window

Troubleshoot why the product may not appear in the OS X printer window.

Cannot Print Over a Network

Resolve problems preventing printing over a network connection.

Cannot Scan Over a Network

Troubleshoot issues preventing network scanning.

Solving Copying Problems

Troubleshoot issues encountered during copying operations.

Product Makes Noise, But Nothing Copies

Address issues where the product makes noise but does not copy.

Solving Paper Problems

Troubleshoot issues related to paper feeding, jamming, or ejection.

Paper Feeding Problems

Resolve problems with paper not feeding correctly into the product.

Paper Jam Problems

Clear paper jams and resolve related error messages.

Paper Ejection Problems

Troubleshoot issues with paper not ejecting properly after printing.

Solving Problems Printing from a Computer

Troubleshoot common printing issues from a computer.

Nothing Prints

Resolve issues when no print output is produced after sending a job.

Product Icon Not in Windows Taskbar

Troubleshoot the missing product icon in the Windows taskbar.

Error After Cartridge Replacement

Resolve errors that occur after replacing an ink cartridge.

Printing is Slow

Troubleshoot slow printing performance.

Solving Page Layout and Content Problems

Address issues with the layout or content of printed pages.

Inverted Image

Correct inverted images in printouts.

Too Many Copies Print

Resolve issues where too many copies are printed unexpectedly.

Blank Pages Print

Troubleshoot unexpected blank pages in printouts.

Incorrect Margins on Printout

Correct issues with incorrect margins in printed documents.

Border Appears on Borderless Prints

Resolve unexpected borders on borderless printouts.

Incorrect Characters Print

Troubleshoot the appearance of incorrect characters in prints.

Incorrect Image Size or Position

Correct issues with image size or position in printouts.

Slanted Printout

Resolve slanted printouts by adjusting guides and settings.

Solving Print Quality Problems

Troubleshoot issues related to print quality, such as lines or smearing.

White or Dark Lines in Printout

Address white or dark lines (banding) in printouts.

Blurry or Smeared Printout

Resolve blurry or smeared printouts by checking paper and settings.

Faint Printout or Printout Has Gaps

Troubleshoot faint printouts or prints with gaps.

Grainy Printout

Address grainy printouts by adjusting settings and checking resolution.

Incorrect Colors

Resolve issues with incorrect colors in printouts.

Solving Scanning Problems

Troubleshoot issues encountered during scanning operations.

Scanning Software Does Not Operate Correctly

Resolve issues where scanning software is not functioning properly.

Cannot Start Epson Scan

Troubleshoot problems preventing Epson Scan from starting.

Solving Scanned Image Quality Problems

Address quality issues with scanned images on the computer screen.

Image Consists of a Few Dots Only

Troubleshoot scanned images appearing as only a few dots.

Line of Dots Appears in All Scanned Images

Resolve issues where a line of dots appears in all scanned images.

Straight Lines in an Image Appear Crooked

Ensure straight lines in originals appear correctly in scanned images.

Image is Distorted or Blurry

Correct scanned images that appear distorted or blurry.

Image Colors are Patchy at the Edges

Address scanned images with patchy colors at the edges.

Image is Too Dark

Adjust settings to correct scanned images that are too dark.

Back of Original Image Appears in Scanned Image

Prevent the back of an original from appearing in scanned images.

Ripple Patterns Appear in an Image

Reduce ripple patterns (moiré) in scanned images.

Image is Scanned Upside-Down

Correct scanned images that are oriented upside-down.

Scanned Image Colors Do Not Match Original Colors

Troubleshoot scanned image colors not matching originals.

Scan Area Not Adjustable in Thumbnail Preview

Address issues with adjusting scan area in thumbnail preview.

Scanned Image Edges are Cropped

Prevent scanned image edges from being cropped.

Solving Memory Card Problems

Troubleshoot issues using memory cards with the product.

Memory Card Does Not Fit Into a Slot

Resolve issues with memory cards not fitting properly into the slot.

Cannot View or Print Photos from a Memory Card

Troubleshoot issues viewing or printing photos from memory cards.

Cannot Transfer Photos To or From a Memory Card

Resolve problems transferring photos to or from memory cards.

Uninstall Your Product Software

Uninstall and reinstall product software to resolve issues.

Technical Specifications

Windows System Requirements

Minimum Microsoft operating system requirements for software use.

OS X System Requirements

Minimum macOS operating system requirements for software use.

Printing Specifications

Technical details related to the product's printing capabilities.

Scanning Specifications

Technical details related to the product's scanning capabilities.

Paper Specifications

Information on compatible paper types, sizes, and weights.

Printable Area Specifications

Details on the printable and reduced quality areas on paper.

Ink Cartridge Specifications

Information regarding ink cartridge types, life, and conditions.

Memory Card Specifications

Details on compatible memory card types, capacities, and voltage requirements.

Dimension Specifications

Physical dimensions of the product in stored and printing states.

Electrical Specifications

Details on power supply, frequency, current, and consumption.

Environmental Specifications

Operating and storage temperature and humidity ranges.

Interface Specifications

Information on the product's interface types, such as USB.

Network Interface Specifications

Details on wireless LAN standards, security, and coordination modes.

Safety and Approvals Specifications

Safety and compliance information for the product.

Notices

General Product Safety Instructions

Essential safety precautions and guidelines for using the product.

Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions

Safety guidelines specific to handling and using ink cartridges.

LCD Screen Safety Instructions

Safety precautions for cleaning and operating the LCD screen.

Wireless Connection Safety Instructions

Safety advice regarding wireless operation near medical or controlled devices.

FCC Compliance Statement

Regulatory compliance information for the United States regarding FCC rules.

Trademarks

List of registered trademarks and service marks associated with the product.

Copyright Notice

Legal notice regarding copyright and reproduction rights.

libTIFF Software Acknowledgment

Acknowledgment for the use of libTIFF software components.

A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials

Guidance on respecting copyright laws when using the product.

Default Delay Times for Power Management for Epson Products

Information on product sleep mode and energy saving settings.

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