Epson 9800 User Manual

Epson Stylus®Pro7800 and 9800
REDEFINING THE FUTURE OF PRINTING
©2005 Greg Gorman
New Advanced Black-and-white Printing Technology
n
Unique driver technology taking full advantage of our three-level black system to produce professional black-and-white prints from color or grayscale
n
Proprietary Epson screening technology developed specifically for black-and-white printing
n
Produces a truly consistent image with no color crossover or color cast
n
Produces sellable quality neutral and toned black-and-white prints from a single ink set
44" 24
©2005 Joseph Holmes
A New Level in Color Photographic Printing
n
New 8-color high-density pigments for an extremely wide color gamut
n
High-gloss Microcrystal Encapsulation™technology for reduced gloss differential
n
Higher black density for significantly richer blacks
n
Superior color and clarity with an almost three-dimensional look that goes beyond what
"
a traditional silver halide photograph can reproduce
Epson Stylus Pro 7800 and 9800 Print Engine Specications
Printing Method
8-channel Print Head Technology
8-color (C, Lc, M, Lm, Y, Lk, LLk + PK
or MK) pigment-based Variable-sized Droplet Micro Piezo®drop-on-demand ink jet with AMC technolog
y
Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink Technology
Nozzle Configuration
Color and Monochrome 180 nozzles x 8
Droplet Technology
Smallest droplet size 3.5 picoliters Variable Droplet
Technology can produce up
to
three different sizes per print line
Resolution
2880 x 1440 dpi; 1440 x 720 dpi; 720 x 720 dpi; 720 x 360 dpi; 360 x 360 dpi
Print Engine Speed
A
16" x 20" prints from 1:18 to 12:57 - Normal is 6:41 24"x
30" prints from 2:12 to 26:54 - Normal is 14:18
44"x 60" prints from 5:06 to 81:42 - Normal is 42:30
Acoustic Noise Level
Approximately 50 dB(A) according to ISO 7779
Printer Language/Drivers
Epson ESC/P2 raster photographic drivers standar
d
Optional PANTONE licensed and SWOP certified PostScript Language Level 3 Compatible RIP by ColorBurst (included only with Pro Edition bundle)
Supported by most leading third-party RIPs and workflows
Operating Systems Supported
Macintosh Panther 10.3.9 or higher
Tiger
10.4 or higher
Windows 2000 or XP (Pro or Home Edition)
Printer Interfaces
Includes one USB (1.1 and 2.0 compatible), one IEEE 1394 (FireWire) and one Epson
Expansion Slot used for installing the optional internal 10/100 BaseT Ethernet card (Ethernet included in Pro Edition bundle)
Dimensions
SP7800 46.3"(W) x 46.5"(H) x 29.3"(D)
Printer weight: 131
lb
SP9800 67"(W) x 47"(H)
x 26.7"(D)
Printer weight: 198
lb
Dimensions and weight include printer stand
BorderFree®Printing
Left and right borderless “bleed” printing for the following roll media widths:
SP
7800 8", 10", 12", 14", 16", 20", 24"
SP9800 8",
10", 12", 14", 16", 20", 24", 36", 44"
Top and bottom edges can be automatically cut to any length three different ways during printing on roll media
Printable Area
Maximum paper width SP7800 24" SP9800 44" Left and right margins 0
to 3 mm each (0.24" total)
Maximum printable width SP
7800 24.16" SP9800 44.16"
Maximum printable
length Limited by application, OS and
driver/RIP used
Media Handling
SP7800 Media input Single roll up to 24" width
Cut-sheet
size Up to 24" wide media
(auto-loading)
SP9800 Media input Single roll up to 44" width
Cut-sheet
size Up to 44" wide media
(auto-loading) Media core compatibility Handles both 2" and 3" cored media Max. roll media diameter
4" (2"core) or 6" (3" core) Weight 12 lb bond up to 1.5 mm posterboard Built-in media cutter
Automatic and manual cutting Optional manual
media cutter U
sed for cutting very thick media
Cutter life ~2,000 cuts (coated media)
Epson Intelligent Ink Cartridge
Ink cartridge size 110 ml or 220 ml
B
each color x 8 colors total Ink cartridge shelf
life 2 years from printed production
date or 6 months after open
Lightfastness Ratings
C
Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink Color: Up to 108 years
B&W: Over 200 years
Environmental Characteristics
Temperature operating 5to 95˚ F (1to 35˚ C)
Storage
-4˚ to 10F (-2to 40˚ C)
Humidity operating
20 to 80% relative humidity
Recommended 40
to 45% relative humidity
Storage
5 to 85% relative humidity
(no condensation)
Safety Approval
Safety standards UL1950, CSA 22.2 950 FDA EMI
FCC Part 15 subpart B class B,
CS
A C108.8 class B
AS/NZS 3548 class B
Electrical Requirements
Voltage AC120 V or (220 V to 240 V) Frequency 5
0 to 60 Hz
Current 1.0
A / 100-120 V
Power consumption
Approx. 55 W or less (operating)
<15 W (standby)
<1
W (power off mode)
Energy Star Compliant
Product/Accessories Part Numbers
SP
7800 SP9800
Epson Stylus Pro Print Engine C594001UCM C595001UCM
Professional Editions C594001PRO C595001PRO
Includes ColorBurst RIP and
10/100 BaseT Ethernet
Internal 10/100 BaseT
Ethernet Type-B Card C12C824052 C12C824052
Additional One-year Epson
Preferred Plus Service EPP789
8B1 EPP7898B1
Additional Two-year Epson
Preferred Plus Service EPP789
8B2 EPP7898B2
Automatic Take-up
Reel System Not Available C12C815251
Replacement 44"
Take-up Reel Core Not Available C815121
Paper Roller Spindle
(Normal Tension) 2" or 3" C12C811161 C12C811151
Paper Roller Spindle
(High Tension) 2" or 3" C12C811155 C12C811152
Replacement Printer
Cutter Blade C12C815291 C12C815291 Manual Media Cutting System C12C815231 C815182 Replacement Manual
Cutting Blade C815192 C815192
Replacement
Ink Maintenance T
ank C12C890191 C12C890191
Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink (110 ml) (220 ml)
Photo Black ink cartridge T562100 T563100 Cyan ink cartridge T562200 T563200 Magenta ink cartridge T562300 T563300 Ye
llow ink cartridge T562400 T563400 Light Cyan ink cartridge T562500 T563500 Light Magenta ink cartridge T562600 T563600 Light Black ink cartridge T562700 T563700 Light Light Black ink cartridge T562900 T563900 Matte Black ink cartridge T566800 T567800
A Based upon print engine speed only. Total throughput times depend upon front-end RIP, file size,
printer resolution, ink coverage, networking, etc. Normal mode based on SuperFine 1440 dpi.
B
Printers ship with 110 ml cartridges. Photo Black cartridge included, Matte Black must be purchased separately
.
C Ink lightfastness rating based on accelerated testing of prints on specialty media, displayed indoors,
under glass. Actual print stability will var y according to media, printed image, display conditions, light intensity, humidity, and atmospheric conditions. Epson does not guarantee longevity of prints. For maximum print life, display all prints under glass or lamination or properly store them.
Visit www.wilhelm-research.com for the latest information.
Epson America, Inc.: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way, Long Beach, CA 90806 Epson Canada, Inc.:
3771 Victoria Park Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M1W 3Z5
Internet
Website: www.prographics.epson.com
Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Epson, Epson Stylus and Micro Piezo are registered trademarks and Epson UltraChrome K3 and Exceed Y
our Vision are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. BorderFree, Epson PrintJob, Epson PreciseColor and AMC are trademarks and Epson Preferred is a servicemark of Epson America, Inc. All other product brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. ©
Epson America, Inc. 2005. CPD-19546 25K 7/05 GAC
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High-density pigments for an extremely wide color gamut
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n
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High-gloss Microcrystal Encapsulation™Technology for reduced gloss differential
Superior scratch resistance from improved pigment and resin chemistry
Color is stable immediately after printing – no short-term color shifting
Depending upon media – produces a black density up to 2.3
m
with an L* value as low as 4.1*
significantly
outperform lesser ink technologies. Imagine producing
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Incorporating
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our latest 1-inch wide print head, produces almost twice
up to 2880 x 1440 dpi delivers a level of image quality that
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Capable
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of handling virtually any media type, in roll or cut-sheet, up to
-inch or 44-inch wide, Epson once again sets the standard for
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Our latest wide-format printers
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of UltraChrome K3 Ink technology, Epson has once again redefined
the future of wide-format printing.
New Three-level Black Ink Technology
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Simultaneously uses Black, Light Black, and Light Light Black inks
n
Significantly improves the printer’s gray balance while eliminating color cast
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Impressive midtones and highlights for a smoother tonal range
n
Virtually eliminates the metamerism and bronzing of basic
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pigment chemistry
n
Enhances the ICC profiling process for ColorSync™and ICM™workflows
Two User-exchangeable Black Ink Modes
Both printers can utilize two different black ink modes – Photo Black or Matte Black. This innovative solution optimizes for various media types, dramatically improving the final print quality
* Data based on Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper (250)
The standard Photo Black ink mode can be used for any media type with professional results. However, as
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toned black-and-white prints with higher density
no metamerism or bronzing.
Whether you’re producing sellable color or black-
to produce their vision without compromise.
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the black ink density
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Epson Stylus®Pro7800 and 9800
REDEFINING THE FUTURE OF PRINTING
3
e Leader in Professional Prepress Proofing
Th
n
Quite possibly the highest quality proofing system available today
n
Superior color consistency proof after proof and day after day
n
Capable of handling higher proofing volumes for incredible productivity
n
Legendary Epson durability for virtually maintenance-free proofing 24/7
n
The affordable way to produce contract-quality proofs
n
Supported by leading third party RIPs
44"
n
Capable of proofing almost any other printing method – even wide format sign-making
Next Generation Print Head Technology
All New 8-channel Print Head Technolog
n
Print head design capable of handling eight separate ink channels
n
1-inch wide high-performance print head with 180 nozzles per channel
Maximum Resolution of 2880 x 1440 dpi
n
Incredibly sharp text and line art
n
Extremely fine blends and photographic transitions
Variable
n
-sized Droplet with AMC
Produces variable-sized droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters to greatly
decrease print times while optimizing
n
Proprietary Active Meniscus Control (AMC) technology precisely controls
the curvature of every ink droplet within each nozzle before releasing it onto the media. The result is extremely sharp and accurate print quality
placement of ink droplets for outstanding photographic
.
y
Technolog
y
photographic quality
Epson PreciseColor™Technology
In order to ensure consistent printing between multiple Epson Stylus Pro printers the production process to include colorimetric calibration. This system evaluates and adjusts each printer’s at
the manufacturing stage, better assuring you of consistent
color
output from printer to printer.
Automatic Print Head Alignment Technology
n
Built-in of all color channels
n
Aligns both single and bi-directional print modes
Automatic Nozzle Check
n
Built-in sensor reads nozzle check pattern and automatically cleans print head if any problems are clogged
of the same model, Epson has enhanced
difference
sensor reads printed data for highly precise alignments
Technology
found – even partially
nozzles
©2005 Douglas Dubler
New Advanced Black-and-white Printing Technology
n
Unique driver technology taking full advantage of our three-level black system to produce professional black-and-white prints from color or grayscale
n
Proprietary Epson screening technology developed specifically for black-and-white printing
n
Produces a truly consistent image with no color crossover or color cast
n
Produces sellable quality neutral and toned black-and-white prints from a single ink set
©2005 Greg Gorman
44" 24
44"
Epson Stylus Pro 9800
©2005 Vincent Versace
High-precision Print Engine Technology
Professional Media Handling
n
Prints on virtually any media type, in roll or cut-sheet, up to 24- inch or 44-inch wide
n
All media is front-loaded via a unique straight-through media path
n
Accurate automatic loading of cut-sheet media up to 24-inch or 44-i
nch wide in a variety of weights up to 1.5mm thick posterboard
n
User adjustable Roll Media Spindle accepts either 2-inch or 3-inch media
n
Producing impositions based upon a work-a can print
n
Built-in Automatic Cutting System supporting most media types
n
Optional Manual Media Cutter for cutting even the thickest of media types
n
Optional Automatic Take-up Reel System for unattended production of large print runs (available on the Epson Stylus Pro 9800 only)
cores
nd-turn process, you
on both sides of certain media
types
High-performance Print Engine Speeds
Utilizing our latest high-performance print head technology, both the SP7800 and SP9800 are among the industry, while printing twice as fast as
the fastest wide-format printers in
our previous models.
Print Mode 16" x 20" 24"x 30" 44" x 60"
720 x 720 dpi HS 4:20 9:54 29:00 1440 x 720 dpi HS 6:41 14:18 42:30 2880 x 1440 dpi HS 12:57 26:54 81:42
Print speeds are shown in min:sec. HS = High Speed Print Mode (Bi-directional Print Mode)
Epson Intelligent High-capacity Ink Syste
n
All-new pressurized ink cartridge technology ensures reliable ink delivery at all print speeds, while dramatically reducing size
of the ink cartridges
n
Eight individual 110 ml or 220 ml ink cartridges
n
Utilizes both 110 ml and 220 ml ink cartridges simultaneously
m
the physical
to optimize ink usage
n
On-the-fly ink cartridge replacement for increased productivity
A New Level in Color Photographic Printing
n
New 8-color high-density pigments for an extremely wide color gamut
n
High-gloss Microcrystal Encapsulationtechnology for reduced gloss differential
n
Higher black density for significantly richer blacks
n
Superior color and clarity with an almost three-dimensional look that goes beyond what
a traditional silver halide photograph can reproduce
©2005 Joseph Holmes
"
Advanced Black-and-white
Printing Technology
y Epson screening
Proprietar
and driver technolog
y developed
specifically for producing
professional neutral or toned
black-and-white prints.
24"
Epson Stylus Pro 7800
©2005 Jerry Uelsmann
8-color UltraChrome K3
Technology
Ink
The new standard by which all other ink systems will be
judged. All new high-density
pigments for an extremely wide
color gamut, amazing high-gloss
prints, unique three-level blac
technology, all with virtually no
metamerism or bronzing.
Professional Media Handling
Unique front-loading,
straight through paper path for
printing on virtually any media
up to 24" or 44" wide – up to
1.5mm thick posterboard.
Easy-to-use Control Panel
Large 2.5"backlit LCD panel
for superior direct printer
control and operational status.
k
Epson PrintJob™Information System
n
Built-in printer memory automatically tracks key print job statistics, such as ink and media usage, remaining media, data file and user names, print times, and more
n
Reports can be downloaded from printer memory or printed
Superior Connectivity
n
Includes one USB 2.0, Expansion Slot
for installing the optional 10/100 BaseT
one IEEE 1394 (FireWire
®
) and one Epson
Ethernet card
(Ethernet included with Pro Edition bundle)
n
Professional Epson Photographic Drivers for Macintosh®and Windows
n
Optional PANTONE®licensed and SWOP®certified PostScript
®
Language Level3™Compatible RIP by ColorBurst®(included only with Pro Edition bundle)
n
Fully supported by most leading third-party RIPs and workflows – the Epson Stylus Pro series printers are used within the most demanding commercial printing environments
World Class Service and Support
n
Free one-year of coverage under the Epson PreferredSMProtection Plan with toll-free telephone support available Monday through Friday and usually next
-business-day on-site service. Optional plans available.
Intelligent High-capacity
Ink
System
Eight individual 110 ml or
220 ml ink cartridges for truly
professional use.
You can
even mix and match both
110 ml and
further optimize ink usage
220 ml sizes to
.
Auto Head Alignment and
®
Cleaning Technology
Built-in sensor automatically
aligns the 8-channel print head
for extremely accurate do
t
placement. This system is so
effective, it can even detect when
a print head is getting dirty and
automatically clean if needed.
Epson Stylus Pro 7800 and 9800 Print Engine Specifications
Printing Method
8-channel Print Head Technology
8-color (C, Lc, M, Lm, Y, Lk, LLk + PK
or MK) pigment-based Variable-sized Droplet Micro Piezo®drop-on-demand ink jet with AMC technolog
y
Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink Technology
Nozzle Configuration
Color and Monochrome 180 nozzles x 8
Droplet Technology
Smallest droplet size 3.5 picoliters Variable Droplet
Technology can produce up
to
three different sizes per print line
Resolution
2880 x 1440 dpi; 1440 x 720 dpi; 720 x 720 dpi; 720 x 360 dpi; 360 x 360 dpi
Print Engine Speed
A
16" x 20" prints from 1:18 to 12:57 - Normal is 6:41 24"x
30" prints from 2:12 to 26:54 - Normal is 14:18
44"x 60" prints from 5:06 to 81:42 - Normal is 42:30
Acoustic Noise Level
Approximately 50 dB(A) according to ISO 7779
Printer Language/Drivers
Epson ESC/P2 raster photographic drivers standar
d
Optional PANTONE licensed and SWOP certified PostScript Language Level 3 Compatible RIP by ColorBurst (included only with Pro Edition bundle)
Supported by most leading third-party RIPs and workflows
Operating Systems Supported
Macintosh Panther 10.3.9 or higher
Tiger
10.4 or higher
Windows 2000 or XP (Pro or Home Edition)
Printer Interfaces
Includes one USB (1.1 and 2.0 compatible), one IEEE 1394 (FireWire) and one Epson
Expansion Slot used for installing the optional internal 10/100 BaseT Ethernet card (Ethernet included in Pro Edition bundle)
Dimensions
SP7800 46.3"(W) x 46.5"(H) x 29.3"(D)
SP9800 67"(W) x 47"(H)
Printer weight: 131
Printer weight: 198
lb
x 26.7"(D)
lb
Dimensions and weight include printer stand
BorderFree®Printing
Left and right borderless “bleed” printing for the following roll media widths:
SP
7800 8", 10", 12", 14", 16", 24"
SP9800 8",
10", 12", 14", 16", 24", 36", 44"
Top and bottom edges can be automatically cut to any length three different ways during printing on roll media
Printable Area
Maximum paper width SP7800 – 24" SP9800 – 44" Left and right margins 0 Maximum printable width SP Maximum printable
to 3 mm each (0.24" total)
7800 – 24.16" SP9800 – 44.16"
length Limited by application, OS and
driver/RIP used
Media Handling
SP7800 Media input Single roll up to 24" width
Cut-sheet
size Up to 24" wide media
(auto-loading)
SP9800 Media input Single roll up to 44" width
Cut-sheet
size Up to 44" wide media
(auto-loading) Media core compatibility Handles both 2" and 3" cored media Max. roll media diameter
4" (2"core) or 6" (3" core) Weight 12 lb bond up to 1.5 mm posterboard Built-in media cutter
Automatic and manual cutting Optional manual
media cutter U
sed for cutting very thick media
Cutter life ~2,000 cuts (coated media)
Epson Intelligent Ink Cartridge
Ink cartridge size 110 ml or 220 ml
B
each color x 8 colors total Ink cartridge shelf
life 2 years from printed production
date or 6 months after open
Lightfastness Ratings
C
Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink Color: Up to 108 years
B&W: Over 200 years
Environmental Characteristics
Temperature operating 50˚ to 95˚ F (10˚ to 35˚ C)
Storage
Humidity operating
Recommended 40 Storage
-4˚ to 104˚ F (-20˚ to 40˚ C)
20 to 80% relative humidity
to 45% relative humidity 5 to 85% relative humidity (no condensation)
Safety Approval
Safety standards UL1950, CSA 22.2 950 FDA EMI
FCC Part 15 subpart B class B, CS
A C108.8 class B AS/NZS 3548 class B
Electrical Requirements
Voltage AC120 V or (220 V to 240 V) Frequency 5 Current 1.0 Power consumption
0 to 60 Hz
A / 100-120 V Approx. 55 W or less (operating) <15 W (standby) <1
W (power off mode)
Energy Star Compliant
Product/Accessories Part Numbers
SP
7800 SP9800
Epson Stylus Pro Print Engine C594001UCM C595001UCM
Professional Editions C594001PRO C595001PRO
Includes ColorBurst RIP and 10/100 BaseT Ethernet
Internal 10/100 BaseT
Ethernet Type-B Card C12C824052 C12C824052
Additional One-year Epson
Preferred Plus Service EPP789
8B1 EPP7898B1
Additional Two-year Epson
Preferred Plus Service EPP789
8B2 EPP7898B2
Automatic Take-up
Reel System Not Available C12C815251
Replacement 44"
Take-up Reel Core Not Available C815121
Paper Roller Spindle
(Normal Tension) – 2" or 3" C12C811161 C12C811151
Paper Roller Spindle
(High Tension) – 2" or 3" C12C811155 C12C811152
Replacement Printer
Cutter Blade C12C815291 C12C815291 Manual Media Cutting System C12C815231 C815182 Replacement Manual
Cutting Blade C815192 C815192
Replacement
Ink Maintenance T
ank C12C890191 C12C890191
Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink (110 ml) (220 ml)
Photo Black ink cartridge T562100 T563100 Cyan ink cartridge T562200 T563200 Magenta ink cartridge T562300 T563300 Ye
llow ink cartridge T562400 T563400 Light Cyan ink cartridge T562500 T563500 Light Magenta ink cartridge T562600 T563600 Light Black ink cartridge T562700 T563700 Light Light Black ink cartridge T562900 T563900 Matte Black ink cartridge T566800 T567800
A Based upon print engine speed only. Total throughput times depend upon front-end RIP, file size,
printer resolution, ink coverage, networking, etc. Normal mode based on SuperFine 1440 dpi.
Printers ship with 110 ml cartridges. Photo Black cartridge included, Matte Black must be purchased
B
separately
.
C Ink lightfastness rating based on accelerated testing of prints on specialty media, displayed indoors,
under glass. Actual print stability will var y according to media, printed image, display conditions, light intensity, humidity, and atmospheric conditions. Epson does not guarantee longevity of prints. For maximum print life, display all prints under glass or lamination or properly store them.
Visit www.wilhelm-research.com for the latest information.
®
Epson America, Inc.: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way, Long Beach, CA 90806 Epson Canada, Inc.:
Website: www.prographics.epson.com
Internet
3771 Victoria Park Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M1W 3Z5
Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Epson, Epson Stylus and Micro Piezo are registered trademarks and Epson UltraChrome K3 and Exceed Y Epson PreciseColor and AMC are trademarks and Epson Preferred is a servicemark of Epson America, Inc. All other product brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.
© Epson America, Inc. 2005. CPD-19546 25K 7/05 GAC
our Vision are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. BorderFree, Epson PrintJob,
®
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