Epson EcoTank ET-4800: Send Fax Using This All-in-One Printer

Preparing the Epson EcoTank ET-4800 for Fax Operations

Setting up the basic fax features is straightforward. The Fax Setting Wizard can help you, automatically displaying upon initial setup. If you need to adjust the settings further, go to the Fax Settings menu.

1. Press the home button, if needed.

2. Select Settings and press OK.

3. Choose Fax Settings and press OK.

4. Select Fax Setting Wizard and press OK.

5. Press OK to continue.

6. To add your personal or business name as a sender for the fax source, use the printer buttons to enter it on the Enter Fax Header screen. Keep it short – up to 40 characters. Once you’re done, click OK.

7. Enter your fax number on the Your Phone Number screen using the numeric keypad – up to 20 characters.

8. On the DRD Setting screen, set up one of the following:

• For those using a distinctive ring service from their telephone company, simply press the OK button and select the desired ring pattern for incoming faxes. Press the OK button again and move to number 12.
• If you’ve subscribed to your telephone company’s distinctive ring service, press the OK button. Then, press the OK button again after Selecting All.
• To proceed without distinctive ring service, press the # button when prompted.

9. On the Receive Mode Setting screen, check if you’re using a telephone connected to the machine.

• If yes, press OK.
• If no, press Stop and skip to Step 11. Then, set the Receive Mode to Auto.

10. Choose one of the following:

• Auto: Press OK to receive faxes automatically. Receive Mode is always set to Auto.
• Manual: Press Stop to receive faxes manually. Receive Mode is currently set to Manual.

11. Check the settings on the confirmation screen, then press OK to continue.

12. Press the OK button on the Check Fax Connection screen to ensure that your fax connection is in check and working.

• Carefully follow the instructions on the screen to print a report presenting the check results. If the report reveals any errors, try the solutions provided and rerun the check until the fax connection is confirmed.
• Select the appropriate line type on the screen.
• Keep in mind that disabling this function can cause the first digit of a fax number to be dropped, resulting in a misdirected fax.

13. Press # to exit the Fax Setting Wizard.

Source: Epson EcoTank Manual

Faxing With Epson EcoTank ET-4800 Printer

Once you’re done with the basic setup, you’re all set for sending and receiving faxes. Preparing documents for faxing. Ensure your documents are ready for transmission.

Follow the steps below.

1. Use a proper file format

Check if your document is in a format that the printer can support, such as PDF, DOC, or DOCX. This makes it easier for the printer to transmit your document without complications or errors.

2. Check your document for errors

Before faxing, ensure that your document is free from any errors or mistakes, such as typos or formatting issues. Use a spell-checker to eliminate them from your document and ensure professionalism.

3. Compress large files

If your document is large, use compression software to reduce its size. This improves the speed at which the document is transmitted through the fax line. It enhances the clarity and readability of your document.

4. Ensure document legibility

Make your document legible and easy to read. Use a clear and easy-to-read font, and avoid using complicated graphics. The document must be adequately spaced. You can also resize it for improved readability.

5. Include a fax cover sheet

Finally, include a fax cover sheet that provides all the necessary information about the sender, recipient, and the document’s purpose. A fax cover sheet ensures that your document is transmitted to the right recipient. Provide additional instruction if needed.

Sending out fax documents

One of the options for sending a fax is from the Epson product control panel. Enter the fax number or select one from the contact list. You may also extract a contact from the fax history.

You can generally send faxes of up to 100 pages, including a cover sheet. Follow the steps:

1. Place your document on the machine.

2. Press the home button and select Fax. Press OK.

3. Choose your recipient by:

• Manually entering the fax number using the numeric keypad
• Selecting a contact from your contact list
• Choosing a recipient from your fax history

4. Select scan or fax settings if needed if you need to change any fax settings. Otherwise, press OK.

5. Press Start to send your fax.

With these straightforward instructions, you can scan and send faxes quickly.

Receiving inbound faxes with the Epson EcoTank ET-4800

For receiving faxes, you may consider the following options: automatically and manually.

Receive faxes automatically on Epson ET 4800.

Set the Receive Mode on Auto (the default setting) to receive inbound faxes automatically.

Receive faxes manually on Epson ET-4800.

The machine will check for a fax tone when the Receive Mode is set to Manual. It checks if there’s a telephone line connected before receiving a fax.

1. On the home screen, choose Settings > Fax Settings > Fax Basic Settings > Receive Mode and then select Manual.

2. When the phone rings, answer the call.

3. Upon hearing the fax tone, choose Fax on the display.

4. Press the pound key #.

5. Press the Start button to receive the document.

6. Hang up the phone.

To receive faxes on your Epson product, set the Receive Mode to Manual. This allows you to check for a fax tone on your connected telephone before receiving a fax.