Epson EMP 7800, 9400, 7400 User Manual

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Unpacking and Setup Guide
English
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Checking the Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unpacking and Assembling
EPSON Stylus Pro 9800/9400 . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unpacking and Assembling
EPSON Stylus Pro 7800/7400 . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Setting up the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Loading the Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Loading the Cut Sheet Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connecting the Printer with Your Computer . . . . 24
Installing the Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the Online User’s Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Printer Parts
Front view
Rear view
roll paper spindles
mounting brackets
paper basket
USB interface connector
roll paper cover
paper lever
control panel
ink cartridge compartment
front cover
IEEE1394 interface connector
AC inlet
Optional interface card slot cover
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Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
Warning, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid
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bodily injury.
T h e po w e r c or d o r p lu g i s d am a g e d ; l i q u i d h a s entered the printer; the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance.
The interface connector (including Type B
interface card) and the connector for optional Auto Take-up Reel Unit are Non-LPS (non-limited power source).
A Few Precautions
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Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer.
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
Do not block or cover the openings in the
printers cabinet.
Do not insert objects through the slots. Take
care not to spill liquid on the printer.
Use only the type of power source indicated
on the printer's label.
Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
If you use an extension cord with the printer,
make sure the total ampere rating of the 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 attempt to service the printer yourself.
When choosing a place for the printer
Avoid places subject to rapid changes in
temperature and humidity. Also keep the printer away from direct sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
Keep the printer away from the dusty areas.
Place the printer near a wall outlet where the
plug can be easily unplugged.
When using the printer
Do not put your hand inside the printer or
touch the ink cartridges during printing.
Do not move the print heads by hand;
otherwise you may damage the printer.
When Handling the Ink Cartridges
Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of
children and do not drink their contents.
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.
Unplug the printer and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
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Shake an ink cartridge well before installing it
for best results.
Caution:
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Do not shake cartridges (that have been installed previously) with too much force.
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.
Green and yellow - Earth Blue - Neutral Brown - Live
If you have to fit a plug:
As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug, please proceed as follows:
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or earth symbol (G).
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
For United Kingdom Users
Use of options
EPSON (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by EPSON (UK) Limited.
Safety information
Warning:
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This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.
Important:
The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:
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Checking the Contents Unpacking and Assembling
EPSON Stylus Pro 9800/9400
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B
C
D
E
F
For EPSON Stylus Pro 9800/9400 only
Choosing a Place for the Printer
Leave adequate room for easy operation,
maintenance, and ventilation as shown below. (Values in the illustration below are the minimum.)
Leave at least 30 cm between the back of the
printer and the wall.
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For EPSON Stylus Pro 7800/7400 only
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For EPSON Stylus Pro 9800/7800 only
A: Power cord
B: Roll paper spindle with the roll paper
C: Ink cartridges
D: Roll paper belt
E: Gray attachments
F: Paper guides
G: Black Ink Conversion Kit
Choose a location that can hold the printer
weight (about 90 kg with base unit).
Make sure the surface is flat and stable.
Use a grounded power outlet; do not use a
damaged or frayed power cord. Avoid using an outlet that is shared with other appliances.
Use only an outlet that meets the power
requirements of this printer.
Operate the printer under the following
conditions:
Temperature: 10 to 35ºC
Humidity: 20 to 80% without condensation
Avoid locations that are subject to direct
sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust.
Do not block the ventilation openings.
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Avoid locations near potential sources of
interference such as loud speakers or cordless phones.
Avoid locations near TVs, radios, air
conditioners, or humidifiers.
Keep the printer away from combustible
substances.
Parts:
A
B
Deciding Where to Unpack the Printer
Before unpacking, read the followings:
Setup and assemble the printer near to the
chosen place of use, as moving the printer may result in damage.
Allow floor space of 4 × 4 m approx., and
height of at least two times that of the larger box containing the printer unit.
Unpacking and Assembling the Printer
Unpacking the base unit
Open the box and remove the fixers from the sides of the box. Lift the box up and away from the printer, then fold it and set it aside.
Caution:
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The printer unit is heavy and unwieldy. Have two people unpack the printer unit, and four people place the printer unit on top of the base unit.
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D
E
A: Base upright, left
B: Base upright, right
C: Horizontal strut
D: Basket hooks (2)
E: Paper basket
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Tools:
Do not fasten the screws too tight. Leave a
room to adjust the position when you fasten
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the screw on the other base upright.
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H
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F: Hex wrench
G: Hex socket head bolts (4)
H: Wing nuts, spring washers, and washers(2)
H is for connecting the printer unit to the base unit.
I: Paper feed support films (5)
Assembling the base unit
Caution:
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Have two people working on either side to assemble the base unit (20.5 kg).
1. Hold base upright left (A) and a horizontal strut as shown. Then fix the strut to the base using the two hex socket head bolts (G) with the hex wrench (F).
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A
2. Referring to step 1, secure the other side of the strut to the base (B).
3. Fasten four screws on the both sides of the base upright securely.
This completes assembly of the base unit. Before attaching the paper basket, mount the printer on the base unit.
Unpacking the printer
Caution:
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The printer unit is heavy and unwieldy. Have two people unpack the printer unit, and four people place the printer unit on top of the base unit.
1. Remove the roll paper spindle with roll paper, polystyrene foam, and cardboard cushions from around the printer.
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Note:
An instruction sticker about the setting paper
basket is attached to the front of a base upright right.
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2. Lift the box up and away from the printer. Remove all items from the hollow (A and B) on the rear side of the printer.
Note:
The ink cartridges included with your printer are primarily for initial setup.
3. Take out the cardboard panels from the printer.
Mounting the printer on the base unit
1. Lock the two casters (J) and extend the two stabilizer knobs (K) underneath the base unit.
3. Mount the printer on the base unit as shown below.
Caution:
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Do not attempt to lift the printer unit with fewer than four people.
Note:
When you place the printer on the base unit, match the right end square of the printer (shown as 4 in the illustration below) to the square of the same part of the base unit.
J
Note:
Place the casters sideways and lock them so they will not move.
2. Position the base unit in front of the printer unit as shown.
K
top view
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4. Fasten the bottom of the printer and base unit with wing nut, spring washers, and washers (H).
H
5. Release the front casters and the stabilizer knobs and move the printer to the place of use (a short distance away). Lock the casters and extend the stabilizer knobs after moving.
6. Remove the protective tapes.
Caution:
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Watch your fingers when opening and closing the front cover.
L
M
N
L: Protective screw
M: Protective metal plate
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a
b
a: from the front cover
b: from the ink compartment cover
C: from the maintenance tank
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7. Open the front cover. Remove the protective screw (L) and metal plate (M) from the side of the print head compartment. (Follow the red wire (N) fixed on the cover of the printer and you can see the screw at the edge of the wire.)
N: Red wire
Note:
Do not re-install the screw and the metal plate. Store them separately to avoid losing them.
8. Close the front cover.
Attaching the Paper Basket
1. Fully insert and attach the upper basket hooks (D) to the upper guides of the base upright left and right.
D
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