Epson EcoTank ET-2980 Wireless All-in-One Color Supertank Printer User Manual

1.1 Desembalatge de la impressora

Carefully remove the printer from its packaging. Ensure all protective materials, tapes, and films are removed from the exterior and interior of the printer. Check the box contents against the packing list.

• Unitat d'impressora
• Cable d'alimentació
• Guia de configuració
• Ink bottles (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)

Image: Contents of the Epson EcoTank ET-2980 box, showing the printer, ink bottles, and power cord.

1.2 Omplir els dipòsits de tinta

The EcoTank ET-2980 uses refillable ink tanks. Follow these steps to fill the tanks:

1. Obriu la tapa de la unitat del dipòsit de tinta que hi ha al lateral de la impressora.
2. Obriu el tap del dipòsit de tinta de color corresponent.
3. Uncap the ink bottle and insert it into the filling port. The unique keyed bottles ensure you fill the correct tank.
4. Deixeu que la tinta s'escorri al dipòsit. No premeu l'ampolla.
5. Once the tank is full, remove the ink bottle and securely close the tank cap and unit cover.
6. Repetiu per a tots els colors.

Imatge: Detallada view of the ink tank system, showing the individual color tanks and how ink bottles are inserted for refilling.

Important: Use only genuine Epson ink bottles designed for this printer model. Using non-Epson ink may cause damage not covered by the warranty.

1.3 Initializing the Printer

After filling the ink tanks, connect the power cord and turn on the printer. Follow the on-screen instructions on the 1.44" color display to complete the initial setup, including language selection and ink initialization. This process may take several minutes.

1.4 Càrrega de paper

The printer features a 100-sheet paper tray. Load paper into the rear paper feed slot, adjusting the paper guides to fit the width of your paper. Ensure the paper is loaded correctly to prevent jams.

Image: The printer with paper being loaded into the rear paper feed, demonstrating the paper handling capabilities.

1.5 Connexió a un ordinador o dispositiu mòbil

The ET-2980 supports Wi-Fi and USB connectivity.

• Configuració Wi-Fi: Feu servir el tauler de control de la impressora per navegar fins al menú de configuració del Wi-Fi. Seleccioneu la vostra xarxa i introduïu la contrasenya.
• Connexió USB: Connect the printer to your computer using a USB cable (not included). Install the necessary drivers from the Epson weblloc.
• Impressió mòbil: Download the Epson Smart Panel app for easy printing and scanning from your smartphone or tablet. The printer also supports Apple AirPrint.

Video: This video demonstrates the key features of the Epson EcoTank ET-2980, including its ink system, print speeds, and mobile connectivity.

2.1 Impressió de documents

To print, select the Epson ET-2980 from your device's print dialog. Adjust settings such as paper type, print quality, and color options as needed. The printer offers fast print speeds of 15 ISO ppm for black and 8 ISO ppm for color.

Image: The Epson EcoTank ET-2980 actively printing a document, showcasing its output tray.

2.2 Escaneig de documents

Place your document face-down on the scanner glass. Use the printer's control panel or the Epson Smart Panel app to initiate a scan. You can choose to save the scan to your computer, mobile device, or cloud services.

2.3 Còpia de documents

Place the document on the scanner glass. On the printer's control panel, select the "Copy" function. You can adjust settings like the number of copies, paper size, and quality before pressing the start button.

2.4 Auto 2-Sided Printing

The ET-2980 supports automatic two-sided printing. Enable this feature in your printer settings before sending a print job to save paper.

3.1 Comprovació dels nivells de tinta

Monitor ink levels visually through the transparent ink tanks on the front of the printer. The printer's display also provides ink level indicators. Refill tanks before they run completely empty to prevent air from entering the ink system.

Image: The transparent ink tanks on the side of the printer, allowing for easy visual monitoring of ink levels for each color.

3.2 Neteja del capçal d'impressió

If print quality declines (e.g., missing lines, faded colors), perform a print head cleaning. This can be done through the printer's control panel or the Epson printer utility on your computer. Refer to the on-screen instructions for the cleaning process.

3.3 Print Head Alignment

If your prints appear blurry or misaligned, perform a print head alignment. This utility adjusts the print head position for optimal print quality. Access this function through the printer's maintenance menu.

3.4 Neteja del vidre de l'escàner

Regularly clean the scanner glass with a soft, lint-free cloth and a mild glass cleaner. Dust or smudges on the glass can affect scan quality.

4.1 La impressora no respon

• Comproveu les connexions d'alimentació i assegureu-vos que la impressora estigui engegada.
• Verify Wi-Fi connection or USB cable connection.
• Reinicieu la impressora i l'ordinador/dispositiu mòbil.
• Ensure printer drivers are up to date.

4.2 Mala qualitat d'impressió

• Comproveu els nivells de tinta i torneu-ho a omplir si cal.
• Perform a print head cleaning and nozzle check.
• Realitzeu una alineació del capçal d'impressió.
• Assegureu-vos que feu servir la configuració de paper adequada per a la feina d'impressió.

4.3 Embussos de paper

• Turn off the printer and carefully remove any jammed paper from the paper tray or output slot.
• Open the printer cover and remove any paper fragments from inside.
• Assegureu-vos que el paper estigui carregat correctament i que no hi hagi massa paper a la safata.

6.1 Informació de la garantia

The Epson EcoTank ET-2980 comes with a Garantia limitada de 1 anys. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. For full details, please refer to the warranty documentation included with your product or visit the official Epson support weblloc.

Image: The Epson Genuine Ink Promise, emphasizing the use of authentic Epson inks for optimal performance and warranty coverage.

6.2 Atenció al client

For technical assistance, troubleshooting, or warranty claims, please contact Epson Customer Support. You can find contact information and additional resources on the official Epson weblloc.

• Assistència en línia: Visita epson.com/support per a preguntes freqüents, controladors i manuals.
• Suport telefònic: Consulteu la documentació del producte per obtenir els números de contacte regionals.