Epson 4800 User Manual

Epson Stylus® Pro 4800

PRINTER GUIDE

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Printed on recycled paper.

© 2006 Epson America, Inc. 1/06			CPD-19586R1

FCC Compliance Statement

For United States Users

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING

The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Contents Introduction

Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Options and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Macintosh System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Windows System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

1 Setting Up the Printer

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Setting Up and Plugging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Installing Ink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connecting to Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Connecting to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Installing the Software for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adding the Printer in Mac OS X 10.4.x . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Adding the Printer in Mac OS X 10.3.x . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Installing the Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Updating Your Printer Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Downloading the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

2 Handling Paper and Other Media

Selecting Media for Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Guidelines for Using Epson Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using Cut Sheet Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Cut Sheet Paper Paths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Loading Paper in the Paper Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Using the Front Manual Feed Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Using the Top Manual Feed Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

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Using Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	48
Roll Paper Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	48
Loading the Paper onto the Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	49
Placing the Paper in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	50
Removing Paper from the Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	54
Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . .	54
Cutting Paper Manually with the Built-in Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55
Printing Trim Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	56
Adjusting the Platen Gap for Thick or Thin Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . .	56
Optimizing the Settings for Your Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	57
Creating Paper Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	58
Selecting Paper Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	59
3 Printing with Epson Drivers for Macintosh
Choosing Page Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	62
Choosing Basic Print Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	65
Choosing Color Management and Paper Configuration Options . . . . . 69
Choosing Roll Paper Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	71
Borderless Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	73
Creating a Custom Preset and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	74
Choosing Advanced Black and White Photo Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	75
Monitoring Print Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	77
Checking Ink Levels and Maintenance Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	78

4 Printing with Epson Drivers for Windows

Choosing Basic Print Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Choosing Paper and Layout Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Choosing Roll Paper Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Borderless Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Choosing Layout Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Choosing Advanced Print Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Choosing Advanced Black and White Photo Settings . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Managing Print Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Using the Progress Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Setting Monitoring Preferences and Optimizing Print Speed . . . . . 98

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5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer
Checking Printer Status and Part Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	102
Printing Status Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	102
Viewing Status Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	103
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	104
Running a Power Cleaning Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	106
Aligning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	107
Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	109
Changing the Black Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	113
Draining the Old Ink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	114
Installing the New Black Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	115
Updating the Printer Driver Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	116
Performing Additional Maintenance Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	116
Changing the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	116
Using the Maintenance Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	117
Replacing the Paper Cutter Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	118
Replacing the Maintenance Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	121
Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	123
Transporting or Storing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	123
Preparing the Printer for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	124
Setting Up the Printer After Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	125
Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	126
Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	126
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	126
Removing the Optional Print Server Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	127

6 Solving Problems

Diagnosing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Checking Error Messages and Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Improving Print Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Solving Operational Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Solving Paper Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Clearing Roll Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Clearing Paper Tray Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Clearing Paper Jams from the Manual Feed Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

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A Specifications

Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150

Printer Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Safety Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Cut Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Printable Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

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Introduction	This Printer Guide provides important information on setting up and using
	your printer, selecting paper, and replacing ink cartridges. It also tells you
	how to maintain your printer to keep it working at its best, and provides
	troubleshooting tips in case you have a problem.
	For additional information, see the following:
	• The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of procedures for
	daily use and printer maintenance—loading paper, replacing ink
	cartridges and other components, checking and aligning the print head,
	and understanding error messages. Attach it to your printer for easy
	reference.
	• The electronic Reference Guide on the CD-ROM provides additional
	information about the printer, drivers, and utility software. You can read
	the guide using a web browser, such as SafariTM 1.0 or later, Mozilla
	FireFox 1.0 or later, or Netscape® Navigator® or Microsoft® Internet
	Explorer, versions 4.0 or later.
	Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips
	These symbols are used in this book:
	WARNINGS must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
	Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
	Notes contain important information about your printer.
	Tips contain additional hints on how to get the most out of your printer.

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Tip: Check the Epson Pro Graphics web site at http://prographics.epson. com for accessories and options that are currently available.

Options and Accessories

Your Epson Stylus® Pro 4800 offers these optional upgrades and accessories:

Optional equipment and software

Option	Part number
Epson Stylus Pro 4800 Printer Cabinet Stand	C4800STAND
Internal 10/100 BaseTX (Ethernet™) Type-B Print Server	C12C824052
(interface card)*
Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) — 2- or 3-inch	C12C811171
Paper Roller Spindle (High Tension) — 2- or 3-inch	C12C811191
One-year extended warranty	EPP48B1
Two-year extended warranty	EPP48B2
* See Appendix A for details.

In addition, you can order these user-replaceable items:

Consumables and user-replaceable parts

Part	Part number
Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank*	C12C890191
Replacement Printer Cutter Blade**	C12C815291
Ink Cartridges	See page 110 for a
	complete listing.

*See page 121 for details.

**Replaces the blade for the printer’s built-in cutter (see page 118).

You can purchase genuine Epson® ink and paper from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). In the U.S., you can also purchase online at www.epsonstore.com. In Canada, you can also purchase at www.epson.ca or 800-807-7766.

Where To Get Help

Epson provides technical support and information on the installation, configuration, and operation of professional printing products through the Epson PreferredSM Protection Plan. Dial [phone], 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Support hours and days are subject to change without notice.

Tip: If you experience difficulty with the toll-free line or your Unit ID number, call [phone].

Caution: Using an improperly shielded cable—especially a cable more than 10 feet long—may cause the printer to malfunction.

Note: USB 2.0 is required to allow the printer to run at full speed.

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Before you call, make sure you have your Unit ID number, which is included with the Epson Preferred Protection Plan information that came with your printer. You’ll also need your printer serial number and proof of purchase.

Epson also provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the World Wide Web. You can reach Epson Support at http://support.epson.com. At this site, you can download drivers, firmware, and other files, look at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through e-mail.

You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). In the U.S., you can also purchase online at www.epsonstore.com. In Canada, you can also purchase at www.epson.ca or 800-807-7766.

Macintosh System Requirements

To use your printer in either a stand-alone or peer-to-peer network environment, your Macintosh® system should include the requirements listed below:

•Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later

•1.25 GHz or higher processor (G5 recommended)

•At least 1GB of RAM

•At least 60MB of free hard disk space to install the software, and at least 2GB of free hard disk space for processing files (8GB or more available hard disk space recommended)

•Quad-speed (4×) or faster CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software

•For USB connection: a compliant USB 2.0 port and a shielded USB “AB” cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer), up to 10 feet long

•For IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connection: a shielded IEEE 1394 cable up to 10 feet long

•For network connection: the optional Ethernet card (described on page 10) and a compatible cable

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Windows System Requirements

To use your printer in either a stand-alone or peer-to-peer network environment, your system should include the requirements listed below:

•IBM®-compatible PC with a Pentium® IV 1.7 GHz or higher processor recommended

•Windows® 2000 or XP

•For 10/100 Base TX Ethernet connection: Ethernet equipped PC

•At least 1GB of RAM

•At least 100MB of free hard disk space to install the software, and at least 2GB of free hard disk space for processing files (8GB or more available hard disk space recommended)

•Quad-speed (4×) CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software

•For USB connection: a Windows-compliant USB 2.0 port and a shielded USB “AB” cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer), up to 10 feet long

•For IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connection: a shielded IEEE 1394 cable up to 10 feet long

•For network connection: the optional Ethernet interface card (described on page 10) and a compatible cable

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Important Safety Instructions

Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to make sure you use the equipment safely and effectively.

•The printer weighs about 88 lb (without ink or paper), and should be lifted by two people.

•When setting up the printer, make sure you have enough space around it, as shown below. You may need more space behind the printer if you print on large sheets of heavy stock or posterboard.

15.7 in.

5.9 in.

5.9 in.

13.8 in.

•Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that is larger than this product. This printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.

•Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also keep this product away from direct sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.

•Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

•Keep this product away from dusty areas.

•Place this product near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.

•If you use a stand, make sure it can support at least 110.3 lb (50 kg)

•Use only the type of power source indicated on the label.

•Use only the power cord that comes with this product. Use of another cord may result in fire or electric shock.

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Caution: Always turn the printer off using the P Power button. When you press this button, POWER OFF appears on the LCD panel. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the printer until the panel shuts off. This ensures that the print head is safely capped.

•This product’s power cord is designed for use with this product only. Using it with other equipment may result in fire or electric shock.

•Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.

•If you use an extension cord with this product, make sure the total ampere rating of devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere rating.

•Do not block or cover the openings in this product’s cabinet.

•Do not put your hand inside this product or touch the ink cartridges during printing.

•Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise you may damage this product.

•Do not insert objects through the slots. Take care not to spill liquid on this product.

•Do not attempt to service this product yourself.

•Power down the printer from the control panel, unplug the printer, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered this product; this product has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; this product does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Caution: Do not shake cartridges (that have been installed previously) with too much force.

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Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions

•Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink.

•Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.

•If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.

•Shake an ink cartridge well before installing it for best results.

•Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge carton.

•Use up the ink cartridge within six months of installation for best results.

•Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could damage the print head.

•Do not touch the ink supply port or its surrounding area and the green IC chip on the side of the ink cartridge. Doing so may affect normal operation and printing.

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Chapter 1:

Setting Up

the Printer

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This chapter includes the following information:

•Unpacking

•Setting up and plugging in

•Installing ink

•Connecting to your system

•Connecting to the network

•Installing the software

•Updating your printer firmware

Unpacking

1. Make sure you have all these parts for your Epson Stylus Pro 4800:

WARNING: The printer weighs about 88 pounds, and should be lifted by two people.

Note: The printer also includes a black ink

conversion kit (3

Printer

cartridges). Save the kit in case you want to change your black ink cartridge

later. (See page 113.)

IEEE 1394

FireWire Cable

	The printer includes a		Roll paper spindle
			Spindle adapters
	Photo Black cartridge. If	Power cord
			(attached to spindle)
	you prefer to use Matte
	Black, the Matte Black
	cartridge can be
	purchased separately.
	See page 110.

Paper tray

Ink cartridges

(includes Photo Black ink cartridge)

Black ink conversion cartridges

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2.Remove all the packing materials and tape. Save the box and packaging in case you need to ship the printer.

3.Remove the two screws and remove the carriage retainer bracket. Store

Note: To prevent paper jams, don’t place the screws back in the printer.

the screws and retainer bracket in case you need to transport the printer later.

4.Unlock the print head carriage by pulling the green tab to the left. Do not push down and do not remove the tab.

Note: The default black ink cartridge is Photo Black. If you prefer to use Matte Black (sold separately; see

page 110), you can install the Matte Black cartridge immediately instead of installing the supplied Photo Black cartridge.

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Setting Up and Plugging In

1.Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the back of the printer.

2.Plug the other end of the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.

3.Insert the paper tray into the slots at the front of the printer.

Installing Ink

Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for initial ink charging. During the initial installation process, it is normal for up to one-third of the ink in each cartridge to be used.

1. Press the P Power button to turn on the printer.

Power button

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2.Press both ink compartment covers to open them.

3. Raise both ink levers.

4.Remove each ink cartridge from its package and gently shake the cartridge.

Caution: Charging takes about 8 minutes. Never turn off the printer, release the paper lever, or open the cover while the Pause light is flashing, or you may damage the printer.

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5.Install the ink cartridges in the printer. Hold each cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer, then insert it into its slot. Make sure you insert each cartridge in the correct slot.

6. After installing all 8 cartridges, lower the ink levers. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system and the Pause light flashes.

7.When ink lever messages appear on the LCD, follow the instructions to raise or lower the ink levers.

8.When READY appears on the LCD display, charging is complete. Press the Pause button as indicated and close the ink compartment covers.

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Connecting to Your System

You can use either USB or FireWire connections. Make sure your system has the appropriate port, and you have a standard, shielded cable 10 feet long or less.

USB Cable

FireWire Cable (included)

1.Make sure that both the printer and the computer are off.

2.Plug the interface cable into the appropriate port on the printer.

FireWire port

USB port

3.Plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate connector on your computer.

Caution: You must unplug the printer from the power outlet, or you may damage the printer and the card.

Note: You need to remove the card when shipping the printer. See page 127.

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Connecting to the Network

If you plan to attach the printer to your network, you need the optional EpsonNet print server card. The EpsonNet print server is a 10/100 BaseTX Type B Ethernet interface card (part number C12C824052).

You can purchase the print server card and other optional equipment and and supplies from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).

In the U.S., you can also purchase online www.epsonstore.com.

In Canada, you can also purchase at www.epson.ca or [phone].

Make sure you have the correct cable for connecting the printer. To connect to a network hub, you need a standard RJ-45 “straight-through” network cable. To connect directly to your computer’s network interface, you need an RJ-45 crossover cable.

Before you install the print server, make sure you check the documentation included with the card for additional instructions. Then follow these steps to install the card:

1.Turn off your computer and printer.

2.IMPORTANT: Unplug the printer from its electrical outlet. Not doing so may cause damage to the printer and the card.

3.Disconnect any interface cables from the printer.

4.Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the optional interface cover. Then lift off the cover as shown:

Make sure you keep the screws in case you need to remove the card and replace the cover.

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5.Slide the card along the slots inside the compartment. Push it in firmly to fully insert the connector into the printer’s internal slot.

Note: You can check for a newer version of your printer driver on the Epson support site at www.support.epson.com.

6.Use the two screws included with the card to secure it.

7.Connect one end of the appropriate cable to the card. Then connect the other end to your computer’s Ethernet port or hub.

8.Plug in the printer’s power cord.

Once the printer is connected to your network, you need to configure it. Turn on the printer and press the small black button on the back of the Ethernet card. Hold it down until the printer starts printing a series of status sheets. See the documentation that came with the print server for instructions on configuring it for your network.

Installing the Software for Macintosh

Follow the steps below to install the software on a Macintosh. For Windows, see page 30.

1.Turn on your Macintosh and your printer.

2.Insert the printer software CD-ROM. If necessary, double-click the Epson CD-ROM to open its window.

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You see the Epson installer icon.

3. Double-click the Epson installer icon.

4.Double-click Install Printer Driver and Utilities.

5.Enter your password and follow the on-screen instructions to install your software.

6.Enter your password again and follow the on-screen instructions to install the EPSON LFP Remote Panel.

7.Double-click Install Additional Color Profiles to install the profiles for your printer.

8.Double-click Install Reference Guide and wait while the guide is installed.

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9.Do one of the following:

•If you are finished installing software, click Exit.

•If you installed the optional EpsonNet print server card, double-click Install EpsonNet Config. Enter your password and follow the on-screen instructions. You can use EpsonNet Config to configure your printer for network use.

When you see the prompt, click Restart.

Remove the printer software CD-ROM and follow the instructions below for Mac OS X 10.4 or on page 28 for Mac OS X 10.3.

Adding the Printer in Mac OS X 10.4.x

1.Open the Apple menu, select System Preferences, then open the

Print & Fax Utility. Or, go to Hard Drive > Applications > Utilities > Printer Setup Utility.

Click here to add your printer

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2. Click the + plus sign. You see your printer in the Printer Browser:

Tip: If you want to rename the printer for easier identification, enter a new name for it in the Name field on this screen.

Note: If your Macintosh cannot find the printer, click More Printers and select the appropriate interface.

3.Wait while your Macintosh finds the printer driver and the Add button becomes available. Then click the Add button.

Your printer appears in the Print & Fax utility:

4.Close the utility. Go to page 32 to update your printer firmware, if necessary.

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Adding the Printer in Mac OS X 10.3.x

1.Open the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder and open the Printer Setup Utility.

2.If you see a message like this, click Add, then skip to step 4.

3. Click the Add icon at the top of the Printer List window.

Tip: If you want to rename the printer for easier identification, select the printer name in the list and click Show Info. Type a new name and click Apply Changes.

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4.Pull down the menu and select the connection you are using—either

EPSON USB, EPSON FireWire, or EPSON TCP/IP. The Stylus Pro 4800 appears on the screen.

5.Click Stylus Pro 4800, then click Add.

You see the Stylus Pro 4800 in the Printer list.

6.Leave this window open. Go to page 32 to update your printer firmware, if necessary.

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Installing the Software for Windows

1.Make sure your printer is turned off.

2.Turn on your computer.

3.Insert the printer software CD-ROM in your computer. The installer starts automatically. If it doesn’t start, double-click My Computer or click Start > My Computer. Then double-click your CD-ROM icon.

4. Double-click Install Printer Driver and Utilities.