Epson PictureMate PM 280 – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

Advertisement

Epson PictureMate PM 280 Setup Guide

Unboxing and Setup

  1. Remove the printer from the box and connect the power cord.
  2. Open the paper tray, insert up to 20 sheets of photo paper, and close the tray.
  3. Insert an Epson Photo Cartridge and an Epson Photo Paper Cartridge.
  4. Connect the PictBridge cable to the printer’s “Direct USB” port and your camera’s “USB” or “PictBridge” port.

Software Installation

  1. Insert the included installation CD into your computer’s disc drive.
  2. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the printer driver and software.
  3. Once the installation is complete, click “Finish.”

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Printer Doesn’t Power On

  • Check that the power cord is properly connected to both the printer and the power outlet.
  • Ensure that the power outlet is working.

No Paper Loaded Error

  • Open the paper tray and make sure that paper is loaded and the tray is closed properly.
  • Check that the paper size matches the paper size setting on the printer.

Cartridge Not Recognized

  • Remove the cartridges and reinsert them firmly.
  • If the error persists, replace the cartridges with new ones.

Printing Errors

  • Check the printer’s ink levels and replace any empty cartridges.
  • Ensure that the photo paper is clean and free of smudges or dust.
  • Clean the printer nozzles using the built-in cleaning utility.

Communication Errors

  • Check the PictBridge cable connection between the printer and camera.
  • Ensure that the camera is in “PictBridge” mode.
  • Power cycle both the printer and camera by turning them off and on again.

Image Quality Issues

  • Adjust the printer’s print quality settings to suit your desired output.
  • Use high-quality photo paper designed for the Epson PictureMate PM 280.
  • Clean the printer nozzles regularly to prevent ink smudging or streaks.

Additional Tips

  • Use the printer’s built-in “Test Print” function to verify functionality.
  • Refer to the printer’s user manual for detailed troubleshooting instructions.
  • Contact Epson support if you encounter persistent issues that you cannot resolve on your own.

Download Epson PictureMate PM 280 Driver

Ensure your device is fully compatible with the latest drivers for the Epson PictureMate PM 280. Downloading and installing the correct driver software is essential for optimal functionality and performance.

Download Driver