Can I print on CDs and DVDs?

  • Yes. See below.

    Loading a CD/DVD

    You can print on any compatible, ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs, including Blu-ray Discs.

    Caution:
    Do not insert the CD/DVD tray while the product is printing, copying, or performing other operations. Otherwise, your product may be damaged or the surface of the CD/DVD may become dirty or scratched.

    Note: If you are using discs where the printable area extends to within 0.16 inch (4 mm) of the center hole, you may need to adjust the inner diameter setting using the control panel or Epson Print CD software.

    1. Burn your files, music, or video onto your disc before printing on it.
    2. Press the  home button, if necessary.
    3. Press the  CD button, select Load CD/DVD, then press the OK button.
    4. When you see a message asking if you want to prepare for CD loading, selectYesand press the OK button.
    5. Raise the control panel all the way up.
    6. Make sure nothing is on the output tray, then close it.
    7. Close the front cover.
    8. Remove the CD/DVD tray from the bottom of the product.
    9. Place a CD or DVD on the CD/DVD tray with the printable side faceup, and insert the tray into the slot above the output tray.

      Note: Make sure the  marks on the tray and the marks on the product line up.

    10. Press OK.

    Note: The CD/DVD tray ejects automatically after a certain period of time.

    Caution:
    Do not turn off the product with a CD or DVD loaded in it. Always remove the disc first.

    Printing Your CD/DVD Design - Windows

    After you create your design, you can print it on paper to test it, then print it on the CD or DVD that contains your data, photos, video, or music. Make sure the disc is loaded for printing before you start.
    1. Open your file in Epson Print CD and click Print. You see a screen like this:
    2. Make sure your product is selected as the Printer setting.
    3. To see how your design will look without printing on the disc, click Test Print and follow the instructions on the screen.
    4. When you are ready to print on the disc, click the Print button on the screen.
    5. Click Print.

    Note: If you need to adjust the print position or print quality, see the Epson Print CD Help utility for instructions.

    Printing Your CD/DVD Design - OS X

    After you create your design, you can print it on paper to test it, then print it on the CD or DVD that contains your data, photos, video, or music. Make sure the disc is loaded for printing before you start.
    1. Open your file in Epson Print CD and select Print from the File menu. You see a screen like this:
    2. Make sure your product is selected as the Printer setting.
    3. To see how your design will look without printing on the disc, select Test Print and follow the instructions on the screen.
    4. When you are ready to print on the disc, click the Print button on the screen.

    Note: If you need to adjust the print position or print quality, see the Epson Print CD Help utility for instructions.

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