Epson L485 Wi-Fi Inktank Printer User Manual

1. Kupu Whakataki

This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your Epson L485 Wi-Fi Inktank Printer. Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure proper use and to maximize the performance and longevity of your device.

Ka mutu te huaview

The Epson L485 is a versatile all-in-one printer offering print, scan, and copy functionalities with the added convenience of Wi-Fi Direct. It features an innovative ink tank system designed for high-volume printing with impressive page yields and a high print resolution for quality output.

Whakaahua 1: Mua view of the Epson L485 Wi-Fi Inktank Printer.

He aha kei roto i te Pouaka

• Epson L485 Printer Unit
• Pūmanawa Pūmanawa
• Waea Hiko
• Kaari Raati
• Set of Original Epson Ink Bottles (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)

2. Aratohu Tatūnga

Follow these steps to set up your Epson L485 printer for the first time.

2.1 Initial Printer Preparation

1. Wewetehia te Pūreretā: Tangohia marietia te pūreretā i roto i tōna takai. Tangohia ngā rīpene tiaki me ngā rauemi katoa.
2. Tūnga Takirere: Locate the ink tank valve on the side of the printer. Ensure it is in the upright (printing) position.
3. Open Ink Tank Unit: Gently unhook the ink tank unit from the side of the printer and open its lid to access the ink tanks.

Figure 2: The ink tank unit unhooked and open, showing the ink reservoirs.

2.2 Te Whakakī i ngā Tāke Waituhi

1. Prepare Ink Bottles: Snap off the tip of each ink bottle and remove the cap.
2. Whakakīia ngā Tāke Waituhi: Match the color of the ink bottle with the corresponding ink tank. Carefully pour the entire contents of each ink bottle into its respective tank. Do not overfill.
3. Secure Caps: Once all tanks are filled, replace the caps securely on the ink tanks.
4. Close Ink Tank Unit: Close the lid of the ink tank unit and re-hook it to the printer.

Figure 3: Demonstrating the process of filling an ink tank with a yellow ink bottle.

Figure 4: The four color ink bottles used for the Epson L485 printer.

2.3 Power On and Ink Charging

1. Hono Hono: Plug the power cable into the printer and then into a wall outlet.
2. Turn On Printer: Pēhia te pātene hiko hei whakakā i te pūreretā.
3. Initiate Ink Charge: Press and hold the 'Ink Charge' button (usually indicated by a droplet icon) for 3 seconds until the lights start blinking. The initial ink charging process takes approximately 20 minutes. Do not turn off or unplug the printer during this process.
4. Whakaoti: The lights will stop blinking when ink charging is complete.

2.4 Tāuta Atekōkiri

1. Insert Software CD: Insert the provided Software CD into your computer's CD/DVD drive. If your computer does not have a CD drive, download the latest drivers from the official Epson support webpae.
2. Whaia nga Tohutohu I-Mata: Follow the prompts on your computer screen to install the printer drivers and utilities. Agree to the license agreement and select 'Start & Connection' for setup.
3. Connect USB Cable (if prompted): If setting up via USB, connect the USB cable between the printer and your computer when prompted by the installation software.

2.5 Connectivity Setup

The Epson L485 supports both USB and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Hononga USB

Connect the USB cable from the printer to an available USB port on your computer. The printer should be recognized automatically after driver installation.

Tatūnga Wi-Fi

The printer features an LCD screen for easy Wi-Fi setup without needing a PC.

1. Access Wi-Fi Setup: On the printer's control panel, navigate to the 'Wi-Fi Setup' option using the arrow keys and press 'OK'.
2. Tīpako Whatunga: Choose your desired wireless network from the list and enter the password if required.
3. Whakaū Hononga: Once connected, the Wi-Fi indicator light will be solid, and the LCD screen will confirm the setup is complete.

Figure 5: Demonstrating wireless printing from a smartphone to the Epson L485 printer.

3. Whakahaere i te Kaireretā

3.1 Te Ta

The Epson L485 delivers high-quality prints with a resolution of 5760 dpi. It offers print speeds of up to 33 ppm for black and 15 ppm for color documents.

1. Pepa Uta: Load paper into the rear paper feeder. Adjust the paper guides to fit the paper size.
2. Tīpakohia te Mahi Tā: From your computer or mobile device, select the document or image you wish to print.
3. Whakatika Tautuhinga: Choose your print settings (e.g., paper size, print quality, color/black & white) in the print dialog box.
4. Tā: Click 'Print' to send the job to the printer.

Figure 6: The Epson L485 printer in action, producing a vibrant print.

3.2 Matawai

The printer features a sheetfed scanner with an optical resolution of 1200 dpi x 2400 dpi for clear and detailed scans.

1. Tuhi Tuhinga: Lift the scanner lid and place your document face-down on the scanner glass, aligning it with the corner mark.
2. Tīmata Matawai: From your computer, open the Epson Scan software or use the scan function on the printer's control panel.
3. Whakatika Tautuhinga: Select scan settings such as resolution, color mode, and destination folder.
4. Tīmata Matawai: Begin the scanning process.

Figure 7: The scanner bed of the Epson L485 printer with the lid open.

3.3 Te kape

Make copies directly from the printer's control panel.

1. Tuhi Tuhinga: Place the document you wish to copy on the scanner glass.
2. Tīpakohia te Mahi Tārua: On the printer's LCD screen, navigate to the 'Copy' option.
3. Whakatika Tautuhinga: Select the number of copies, color or black & white, and other copy settings.
4. Start Copy: Pēhia te pātene 'Tīmata' kia tīmata te tārua.

3.4 Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct allows you to connect your mobile devices directly to the printer without a router, enabling convenient wireless printing.

1. Enable Wi-Fi Direct: On the printer's control panel, go to 'Wi-Fi Setup' and select 'Wi-Fi Direct'. Follow the on-screen instructions to enable it and view te ingoa whatunga me te kupuhipa.
2. Tūhono Pūrere Pūkoro: On your mobile device, go to Wi-Fi settings, find the printer's Wi-Fi Direct network, and connect using the provided password.
3. Tā: Use an Epson printing app (e.g., Epson iPrint) or your device's native print function to print directly to the printer.

4. Tiaki

4.1 Ink Refill

When ink levels are low, refill the tanks using genuine Epson ink bottles. Refer to section 2.2 for detailed ink filling instructions. Always use the correct color ink for each tank.

4.2 Te horoi

Ka awhina te horoi i nga wa katoa ki te pupuri i te kounga o te tuhi me te whakaroa i te ora o to taarere.

• Horoi o waho: Ūkuia te waho o te pūreretā ki te ngohengohe, damp kakahu. A ape i te whakamahi i nga kai horoi abrasive.
• Whakapai i te Upoko: If print quality declines (e.g., missing lines, incorrect colors), perform a print head cleaning using the printer's utility software on your computer or through the printer's control panel menu.
• Taki Puha: Run a nozzle check pattern to diagnose print quality issues before performing a head cleaning.

5. Te Raru

This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your Epson L485 printer.

5.1 Kaore te Kairereta i te whakautu

• Ensure the printer is powered on and connected securely to the power outlet.
• Check the USB cable connection to both the printer and computer, or verify the Wi-Fi connection status.
• Tīmataria anō te pūreretā me tō rorohiko/pūkoro.

5.2 He Rawe te Kounga o te Ta

• Perform a nozzle check to identify clogged nozzles. If necessary, run a print head cleaning cycle.
• Tirohia ngā taumata waituhi, ā, whakakīia anō mēnā he iti ngā tāke.
• Ensure you are using genuine Epson ink and appropriate paper types for your print job.

5.3 Nga Pepa Tiaki

• Turn off the printer and carefully remove any jammed paper from the paper tray, output tray, or inside the printer.
• Me whakarite kia tika te utaina o te pepa, kia kaua e miro, e piko rāneiurled.

6. Whakatakotoranga

7. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko

Your Epson L485 Wi-Fi Inktank Printer comes with a free installation service and an onsite warranty.

7.1 Free Installation and Onsite Warranty

To avail free installation for your printer, please contact Epson support after receiving your product. The onsite warranty covers manufacturing defects and ensures professional assistance at your location.

7.2 Whakapā Tautoko

For installation, support, or any technical assistance, please contact Epson customer service:

• Waea: 1860 3000 1600 (Timings: 9 am - 6 pm)