Loading a CD/DVD for Printing
Printable CD/DVDs
You can print on a circular 12-cm CD/DVD labelled as suitable for printing, for example "printable on the label
surface" or "printable with ink jet printers."
You can also print on Blu-ray Discs™.
CD/DVD Handling Precautions
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See the documentation provided with your CD/DVD for more information on handling the CD/DVD or
writing data.
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Do not print on the CD/DVD before writing your data to it. If you do, fingerprints, dirt, or scratches on the
surface may cause errors while writing data.
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Depending on the CD/DVD type or printing data, smearing may occur. Try making a test print on a spare CD/
DVD. Check the printed surface after waiting for one full day.
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Compared to printing on genuine Epson paper, the print density is lowered to prevent ink from smearing on the
CD/DVD. Adjust the print density as necessary.
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Allow the printed CD/DVDs at least 24 hours to dry avoiding direct sunlight. Do not stack or insert the CD/
DVDs into your device until they are completely dry.
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If the printed surface is sticky even after it has dried, lower the print density.
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Reprinting on the same CD/DVD may not improve the print quality.
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If the CD/DVD tray or the internal transparent compartment are accidentally printed on, immediately wipe off
the ink.
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Depending on the print area setting, the CD/DVD or CD/DVD tray may get dirty. Make settings to print on the
printable area.
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You can set the print range for the CD/DVD to a minimum of 18 mm for the inner diameter, and a maximum
of 120 mm for the outer diameter. Depending on the settings, the CD/DVD or tray may be smeared. Set within
the print range for the CD/DVD you want to print.
Related Information
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“Printable Area for CD/DVD” on page 238
Loading and Removing a CD/DVD
When printing on or copying a CD/DVD, instructions are displayed on the control panel informing you when to
load the CD/DVD. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Related Information
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“Printing Photos onto a CD/DVD Label” on page 93
User's Guide
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