how o i print with only a black ink cartridge in the kodak esp-3 all in one printer?
1389786
You can't. You must have both black and color cartridges with ink for the printer to work. So if one is empty or missing the printer won't print.
972497
The black ink is 240XL or 240XXL. You can use either one. The XL and XXL only refer to how many papers the ink will print before running out (XXL prints more). I don't know if it will operate with only one cartridge or not. I've never tried it with my Canon. I know that my Epson printer refuses to work at all without all of its ink colors--it won't even do non-printing functions like scan. At the very least, even if does work, it will probably print strangely...and you will use up your color ink a lot faster. I find to conserve ink, it is best to use both colors.
368798
Yes you can use just the ink cartridge. I hope that tells you what you needed to know.
96216
The Lexmark software has an option to use Black ink only. If you don't select this, even when you print an all-black document the printer uses a little bit of the color ink (as I understand it). So when I am printing a b&w; document I make sure I select "Use Black ink only" and it seems to stretch out the life of my color cartridges...IMHO
636200
If you bought cartridges with photo paper the black cartridge in that package won't work unless you have the printer with the photo option.
905954
There is only one slot for the black ink cartridge. When you are printing on matte paper you need to use a matte black cartridge and when you are printing a photo you need to switch to a black photo cartridge. It's kind of a pain but this printer prints so nice it is worth the trouble. I keep the black cartridge I am not using in a zip lock bag and switch back and forth between cartridges as I need to.
2150195
You cannot print further. I've tried to print just black but the printer will not allow the setup just black and white. Beware of using aftermarket ink cartridge as the printer is picky. If you must use aftermarket brand to save money, use LD brand ( ldproducts (dot) com).
200081
There is no ink for a such a printer. It uses technology known as dye sublimation. In other words it uses a cartridge that contains a roll of cellophane type of film dyed with cyan, magenta, and yellow for each picture. A last coat provide a clear coating to protect the print. The cartridge contains the exact amount of film for the paper bundled with it. You need to get the cartridge with the paper together as one kit. I think the following is what you are looking for:Kodak PH-40 EasyShare Printer Dock Color Cartridge & Photo Paper Refill KitMake sure it supports your model. There is no ink for a such a printer. It uses technology known as dye sublimation. In other words it uses a cartridge that contains a roll of cellophane type of film dyed with cyan, magenta, and yellow for each picture. A last coat provide a clear coating to protect the print. The cartridge contains the exact amount of film for the paper bundled with it. You need to get the cartridge with the paper together as one kit. I think the following is what you are looking for:Kodak PH-40 EasyShare Printer Dock Color Cartridge & Photo... » Read More There is no ink for a such a printer. It uses technology known as dye sublimation. In other words it uses a cartridge that contains a roll of cellophane type of film dyed with cyan, magenta, and yellow for each picture. A last coat provide a clear coating to protect the print. The cartridge contains the exact amount of film for the paper bundled with it. You need to get the cartridge with the paper together as one kit. I think the following is what you are looking for:Kodak PH-40 EasyShare Printer Dock Color Cartridge & Photo Paper Refill KitMake sure it supports your model. « Show Less
1480722
Yes, it can print in black only and can be hooked up just like any printer.
1923660
Howdy doody! Yes you can print only in black ink if you wish. You have the option to switch. Hope this helps!!!
1867574
Yes. It only prints in black. The reason I got this is because if u print in black most of the time u use less ink versus the multi-color printers. Multi-color printer uses all colors even if u are printing in black only, therefor ink runs out quicker and its a bigger expense. Hope this helps.
1174053
you need to have some ink in all the cartridges- just about all printers nowadays work that way. any empty cartridge will stop the printer(not sure if it can be empty but in the slot, but i know pulling the empty cartridge will keep the printer from printing.if you only use black the other cartridges will last a LONG time with this printer.
300439
I have printed in only black and white. Just now, I removed the 3 color cartridges, and it would not print. May be missing something, but I think all the cartridge slots must be filled.
1387892
There is no way to fix it. I had to call Kodak and they went through the normal troubleshooting list. They said that it is a hardware issue and because my printer is out of warranty, they offered me a deal on two other Kodak printers: ESP 2170 for $79.99 or the ESP 2150 for $69.99 plus shipping and handling (which I didn't ask the cost of). I liked the inexpensive ink of my Kodak but am currently looking at Canon MAXIFY MB2020 and MAXIFY MB2320 printers with similarly low priced ink.
2173673
That's just the way Kodak printers operate. I recommend always buying the black and color cartridges together so if one runs out, you'll have a back up and still be able to print.
1692864
I have not had any need to print doublesided documents, but I will try to check it out tomorrow and let you know. I do have a Mac, so my printer menus are considerably different than the ones that pop up on a PC. I have never even seen a "black ink only" option, despite searching. I will try to find it.Thanks for a well thought out and relevant response.
1480721
Yes, it can print in just black. You will need to set that within your printer settings on your PC. But note, you will still need all 4 color cartridges or the printer will not print.