Epson EcoTank ET-4950 series error codes
Epson ET-4950-series printers show a mix of direct printer-status messages tied to paper loading, borderless ink-pad life, update recovery, and product setup behavior.
Built around the official ET-4950 series user's guide and related Epson support pages for ET-4950, ET-4955, and ET-4958. Message wording can vary slightly by model and firmware, but the status behavior stays close across the family.
Brand
Epson
Family
EcoTank ET-4950 series
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Printer error. Turn on the printer again.
High
A general printer fault occurred and Epson directs users to restart first.
Printer error shown on the printer LCD or status display.
Paper out in XX
Low
The indicated cassette or paper source is empty.
Paper out in XX shown on the printer LCD or status display.
Borderless printing ink pad nearing end of service life
Medium
The borderless-printing ink pad is nearing the end of its service life.
Borderless printing ink pad nearing end of service life shown on the printer LCD.
Borderless printing ink pad has reached end of service life
High
The borderless-printing ink pad has reached its service limit and support is required.
Borderless printing ink pad has reached end of service life shown on the printer LCD.
Paper Setup Auto Display is set to Off
Low
Paper auto-detection is disabled and some printer features may not be available.
Paper Setup Auto Display is set to Off shown on the printer LCD or settings prompt.
Recovery mode Update Firmware
High
A firmware update failed and the printer needs to be updated again by USB.
Recovery mode shown on the printer LCD during update recovery.