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Epson SureColor
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P10000/P20000
User's Guide
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Contents

SureColor P10000/P20000 User's Guide ................................................................................................... 9
Introduction to Your Printer...................................................................................................................... 10
Media Handling.......................................................................................................................................... 19
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts................................................................................. 11
Printer Part Locations......................................................................................................................... 11
Product Parts - Front and Inside .................................................................................................... 12
Product Parts - Back...................................................................................................................... 15
Control Panel Parts ....................................................................................................................... 16
Loading Roll Paper ........................................................................................................................ 19
Cutting Roll Paper ......................................................................................................................... 25
Cutting Roll Paper Manually...................................................................................................... 26
Printing Trim Lines .................................................................................................................... 27
Removing Roll Paper..................................................................................................................... 28
Cut Sheet Handling ............................................................................................................................ 31
Loading Cut Sheets ....................................................................................................................... 31
Loading Poster Board.................................................................................................................... 33
Using the Paper Basket...................................................................................................................... 36
Storing the Paper Basket............................................................................................................... 36
Printing a Paper Configuration List ............................................................................................... 39
Selecting Custom Paper Configurations........................................................................................ 39
Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel .................................................................................................... 49
About the Optional Auto Take-up Reel............................................................................................... 49
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Attaching the Roll Core to the Auto Take-up Reel .............................................................................. 58
Take Up with the Printable Side In ..................................................................................................... 68
Assembling and Using the Tensioner................................................................................................. 72
Removing Media from the Optional Auto Take-up Reel ..................................................................... 77
Printing from a Computer ......................................................................................................................... 81
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows ...................................................................................... 81
Paper Configuration Options - Windows ................................................................................... 84
Advanced B&W Photo Options - Windows................................................................................ 86
Print Quality Options - Windows ............................................................................................... 87
Color Management Options - Windows .................................................................................... 87
Advanced Color Controls - Windows ........................................................................................ 89
Paper Source Options - Windows ............................................................................................. 89
Roll Paper Options - Windows .................................................................................................. 90
Using Layout Manager - Windows Only .................................................................................... 93
Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows..................................................................................... 98
Reduce/Enlarge Options - Windows ......................................................................................... 99
Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows..................................................................................... 99
Selecting Additional Settings - Windows ....................................................................................... 99
Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows............................................................................... 101
Checking Print Status - Windows............................................................................................ 103
Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings ............................................................... 103
Saving and Sharing Print Settings - Windows......................................................................... 103
Saving and Sharing Media Settings - Windows....................................................................... 105
Editing Print Setting Displays - Windows ................................................................................ 106
Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows.................................................................................. 108
Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens............................................................ 109
Changing Automatic Update Options .......................................................................................... 111
Printing on a Mac ............................................................................................................................. 111
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac ............................................................................................ 112
Advanced Color Settings - Mac............................................................................................... 116
Output Resolution Settings - Mac ........................................................................................... 119
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Print Options - Mac ................................................................................................................. 119
Selecting Roll Paper Settings - Mac ............................................................................................ 120
Roll Paper Options - Mac ........................................................................................................ 122
Selecting Paper Configuration Settings - Mac ............................................................................. 124
Advanced Media Control Options - Mac.................................................................................. 124
Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac........................................................................................... 125
Managing Color - Mac ................................................................................................................. 126
Color Matching Options - Mac................................................................................................. 126
Sizing Printed Images - Mac........................................................................................................ 127
Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac .......................................................................................... 127
Printing Preferences - Mac...................................................................................................... 128
Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac ...................................................................................... 129
Checking Print Status - Mac.................................................................................................... 129
Using the Control Panel Menus.............................................................................................................. 131
Accessing the Printer's Menus ......................................................................................................... 131
Maintenance Menu Settings............................................................................................................. 131
Paper Menu Settings........................................................................................................................ 133
Setup Menu Settings........................................................................................................................ 138
Replacing Ink Cartridges ........................................................................................................................ 146
Checking Ink and Maintenance Box Status with Windows ............................................................... 146
Checking Cartridge Status with OS X............................................................................................... 147
Purchase Epson Ink Cartridges and Maintenance Boxes ................................................................ 148
Ink Cartridge and Maintenance Box Part Numbers...................................................................... 148
Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges............................................................................................ 149
Replacing Maintenance Boxes......................................................................................................... 153
Adjusting Print Quality............................................................................................................................ 155
Print Head Maintenance................................................................................................................... 155
Print Head Nozzle Check............................................................................................................. 155
Checking the Nozzles Using the Product Control Panel ......................................................... 155
Checking the Nozzles Using a Computer Utility...................................................................... 157
Print Head Cleaning .................................................................................................................... 158
Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel ...................................................... 159
Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility................................................................... 160
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Print Head Alignment ....................................................................................................................... 162
Aligning the Print Head Automatically Using the Product Control Panel...................................... 163
Aligning the Print Head Automatically Using a Computer Utility .................................................. 163
Aligning the Print Head Manually Using the Product Control Panel............................................. 165
Maintenance............................................................................................................................................. 166
Cleaning Your Product ..................................................................................................................... 166
Cleaning the Paper Feed Slot .......................................................................................................... 169
Cleaning Around the Print Head....................................................................................................... 171
Replacing the Cutter......................................................................................................................... 183
Moving or Transporting the Product ..................................................................................................... 186
Moving the Product Short Distances ................................................................................................ 186
Moving the Product Long Distances................................................................................................. 187
Solving Problems .................................................................................................................................... 189
Product Status Messages ................................................................................................................ 189
Solving Printer Problems.................................................................................................................. 195
Printer Does Not Turn On ............................................................................................................ 195
LCD Screen Shuts Off ................................................................................................................. 195
Solving Printing Problems ................................................................................................................ 195
Nothing Prints.............................................................................................................................. 196
Cannot Print Over a Network....................................................................................................... 196
Print Head Moves But Nothing Prints .......................................................................................... 197
Red Light Shines Inside the Printer ............................................................................................. 197
Solving Paper Problems................................................................................................................... 197
Paper Feeding Problems............................................................................................................. 198
Roll Paper Jam Problems ............................................................................................................ 198
Cut Sheet Paper Jam Problems .................................................................................................. 201
Paper Does Not Collect in the Basket or is Creased.................................................................... 202
Solving Print Quality Problems......................................................................................................... 202
Nozzle Check Pattern Prints Incorrectly ...................................................................................... 203
Overall Print Quality is Poor......................................................................................................... 203
Lines Are Misaligned ................................................................................................................... 205
Prints are Scuffed or Smeared .................................................................................................... 205
Margins Appear in Borderless Prints ........................................................................................... 206
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Too Much Ink is Consumed ......................................................................................................... 206
Where to Get Help............................................................................................................................ 207
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 208
Windows System Requirements ...................................................................................................... 208
Mac System Requirements .............................................................................................................. 209
Paper Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 209
Printable Area Specifications ........................................................................................................... 211
Ink Cartridge Specifications.............................................................................................................. 214
Dimension Specifications ................................................................................................................. 215
Electrical Specifications ................................................................................................................... 215
Environmental Specifications ........................................................................................................... 216
Interface Specifications .................................................................................................................... 216
Safety and Approvals Specifications ................................................................................................ 216
Notices ..................................................................................................................................................... 217
Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 217
General Product Safety Instructions ............................................................................................ 217
Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions.................................................................................................. 219
FCC Compliance Statement............................................................................................................. 220
Open Source Software License ....................................................................................................... 221
Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 230
Copyright Notice............................................................................................................................... 231
A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials................................................... 231
Copyright Attribution.................................................................................................................... 231
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SureColor P10000/P20000 User's Guide
Welcome to the SureColor P10000/P20000 User's Guide.
For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here.
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Introduction to Your Printer

Refer to these sections to learn more about your printer and this manual.
Printer Features Notations Used in the Documentation Printer Part Locations

Printer Features

The Epson SureColor P10000/P20000 Series printers include these special features:
High productivity
• Advanced PrecisionCore MicroTFP Piezo-based print head with 10 channels featuring 800 nozzles per channel
• 700 ml high-capacity ink cartridges
• Internal print server offloads print data from computer and network quickly
Reliability
• Fully automatic or user controlled nozzle checking and cleaning cycles for improved print head health over prolonged periods
• Ink repellant print head surface for reduced nozzle clogging
High resolution
• Prints at resolutions up to 2400 x 1200 dpi
• Supports variable-sized droplet technology as small as 3.5 picoliter
Easy-to-use setup and operation
• Intuitive, easy-to-read, color LCD display
• Front-loaded media for easy access
• Easy-to-use software
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Printer
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Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts

For information on how to purchase genuine Epson ink, accessories and paper visit epson.com (U.S. sales) or epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
Option or part Part number
Replacement maintenance ink box T619300
Automatic Take-Up Reel system C12C932201
Paper feed cleaning sheet C13S400045
Adobe PostScript 3 hardware module C12C891131
Additional roll media adapters C12C932231
Replacement printer cutter blade C13S210040
1-year extended Epson Preferred Plus service plan EPP1020KB1
2-year extended Epson Preferred Plus service plan EPP1020KB2
Parent topic: Printer Features

Notations Used in the Documentation

Follow the guidelines in these notations as you read your documentation:
• 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 printing information.
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Printer

Printer Part Locations

Check the printer part illustrations to learn about the parts on your printer.
Product Parts - Front and Inside Product Parts - Back Control Panel Parts
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Parent topic: Introduction to Your Printer

Product Parts - Front and Inside

Front
1 Head maintenance cover
2 Ink cartridge covers
3 Support bar
4 Caster
5 Maintenance box covers
6 Paper basket
7 Poster board support
8 Control panel
9 Alert light
10 Roll paper cover
11 Front cover
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Inside
1 Accessory holder
2 Maintenance boxes
3 Ink cartridges
4 Roll lock lever
5 Adapter holder
6 Adapter guides
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7 Paper feed slot
8 Print head
Roll Paper Adapter
1 Adapter lock lever
2 Size lever
Parent topic: Printer Part Locations
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Product Parts - Back

1 LAN status light
2 LAN port
3 LAN data light
4 USB port
5 Option port
6 AC inlet
7 Option slot
8 Vents
Parent topic: Printer Part Locations
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Control Panel Parts

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3 load/remove paper button
4 LCD screen
5 Menu button
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7 Left and right arrow buttons
power button
power light
back button
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8 Up and down arrow buttons
9 OK button
10 ink tab info button
11 maintenance button
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pause/cancel button
cut/feed media button
LCD Screen Display
1 Status messages
2 Information display area with the 5 tabs described in the next table
Print status tab
Displays information about the print jobs in the print queue. Press the Menu button to display the Print Job menu.
Paper status tab Displays information about the loaded paper, such as roll width and amount of
paper remaining. Press the Menu button to display the Paper menu.
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Ink Cartridge
Status
The ink cartridge status changes from normal to warning or error status if necessary.
: Ink cartridge error; check the displayed message and clear the error
: Ink cartridge is incompatible, or the printer does not recognize it, or the
slider is unlocked
: Check the displayed ink cartridge message
: When not flashing, check the ink level in the ink cartridge, then replace the
cartridge, if necessary. When flashing, replace the ink cartridge.
Maintenance tab The maintenance box status indicates the maintenance box level and changes
from normal (left) to warning or error status (right) if necessary. Press the Menu button to display the Maintenance menu.
: Maintenance box is almost full; prepare a new maintenance box
: Maintenance box is full; replace the maintenance box
Setup tab
Displays the product's IP address, current platen gap setting, and menus for various settings. Press the Menu button to display the Setup menu.
Parent topic: Printer Part Locations
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Media Handling

See these sections to load and handle media on your product.
Roll Paper Handling Cut Sheet Handling Adjusting the Platen Gap Using the Paper Basket Creating Paper Configurations Available Epson Papers Borderless Paper Type Compatibility

Roll Paper Handling

See these sections to load, cut, and remove roll paper in your product.
Loading Roll Paper Cutting Roll Paper Removing Roll Paper
Parent topic: Media Handling

Loading Roll Paper

You can load roll paper with a 2- or 3-inch core and a width of up to 44 inches (112 cm) (SureColor P10000) or 64 inches (163 cm) (SureColor P20000).
Caution: Cut off any wavy or curled portions of the roll paper before loading it. Printing on wavy or curled paper may cause print head strikes that lead to repeated print head cleanings or permanent damage to the printer.
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1. Open the roll paper cover.
2. Lift the roll lock lever all the way up.
Note: If the roll lock lever is not raised up all the way, the lock is still on.
3. Adjust the paper guides to the width of the paper.
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4. Place the roll paper on top of the paper guides.
5. If necessary, slide the size levers on the roll paper adapters to the position that matches the core
size of your roll paper.
2-inch core
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3-inch core
6. Release the adapter lock on both roll paper adapters.
7. Push the adapters into the paper core at both ends of the roll.
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8. Push down the adapter lock levers.
9. Lift the roll and slide it to the right until it meets the roll paper guide. Then slide the roll forward.
10. Press the load/remove paper button.
11. Make sure Roll Paper is selected and press the OK button.
12. Insert the leading edge of the roll paper into the feed slot until the printer beeps.
Note: If the Auto Loading setting is set to Off, continue feeding the paper until it reaches the front edge of the printer.
Note: If the cloth in the paper slot lifted up when paper was removed, press the cloth down with the leading edge of the paper.
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13. Pull down the roll lock lever to lock the roll in place.
14. Press the OK button.
Note: Press the cut/feed media button to cut off the edge of the paper, if necessary.
15. Close the roll paper cover.
Note: To prevent dust from accumulating inside the printer, always keep the roll paper cover closed unless you are loading or unloading media.
16. Select one of these settings on the LCD screen:
• If the paper settings are correct, select Keep Settings Above.
• Select Change Settings and adjust the settings.
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17. Press the OK button.
To avoid indenting or creasing the paper, remove it from the paper path and roll it up when you are not printing.
Note: Store roll paper on its end or horizontally (if the packaging end-caps are installed). Never store roll paper on its edge, as a flat spot can develop and lead to imaging artifacts on the prints.
Parent topic: Roll Paper Handling
Related references
Available Epson Papers
Related tasks
Removing Roll Paper

Cutting Roll Paper

The printer's a built-in cutter can automatically cut most paper types, or you can cut your prints manually. You can switch between cutting methods on the control panel or in the printer driver. The setting selected in the printer driver overrides the control panel setting.
Note: If you are using the optional Auto Take-up Reel, disable the Auto Cut setting in the printer driver and on the control panel.
Caution: You should not use the built-in cutter with these paper types or you may damage or dull the built-in cutter:
• Fine art paper
• Canvas
• Vinyl
• Matte poster board
• Adhesive paper
• Banner media
When you print on these paper types, disable the Auto Cut setting and cut off your prints manually.
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Note: For the SureColor P20000, the cut end of roll paper wider than 44 inches (112 cm) may bend.
Raise the additional output support on the printer to prevent this and improve cutting.
Lower the support when it is not in use or if it catches on the paper.
Cutting Roll Paper Manually Printing Trim Lines
Parent topic: Roll Paper Handling
Related references
Roll Paper Options - Windows
Related tasks
Selecting Roll Paper Settings - Mac
Related topics
Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel
Cutting Roll Paper Manually
You can disable the Auto Cut option to keep your prints on the roll until you manually cut them.
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Note: The built-in cutter may not be able to cut some types of media.
1. Before you print, select the Setup tab.
2. Press the Menu button.
3. Select Printer Setup and press the OK button.
4. Select Roll Paper Setup and press the OK button.
5. Select Auto Cut and press the OK button.
6. Select Off.
7. Press the OK button to save the setting.
8. Press the back button to exit the menu.
9. Run your print job.
10. Press the cut/feed media button.
11. Press and hold the down arrow button until your print is clear of the printer, then press the OK button
to cut the print.
Note: If you cannot cut the paper using the built-in cutter, press the down arrow button until your print is clear of the printer and cut the print by hand.
Parent topic: Cutting Roll Paper
Printing Trim Lines
When you disable the Auto Cut setting, you can print a trim line (page line) between print jobs as a guide for manual cutting.
1. Before you print, select the Setup tab.
2. Press the Menu button.
3. Select Printer Setup and press the OK button.
4. Select Roll Paper Setup and press the OK button.
5. Select Page Line and press the OK button.
6. Select On.
7. Press the OK button to save the setting.
8. Press the back button to exit the menu.
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9. Run your print job.
Parent topic: Cutting Roll Paper
Related references
Paper Menu Settings Setup Menu Settings

Removing Roll Paper

When you finish printing on roll paper, you should remove it from the printer to avoid indenting or creasing the paper.
1. Open the roll paper cover.
2. Press the load/remove paper button.
3. Select Remove Paper and press the OK button.
If Roll Paper Remaining is set to On, the barcode and paper information is printed. If you are not using the optional Auto Take-Up Reel, the paper rewinds automatically.
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4. If you are using the optional Auto Take-Up Reel, rewind the paper using the Manual switch.
5. Lift the roll lock lever all the way up.
Note: If the roll lock lever is not raised up all the way, the lock is still on.
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6. Lift the roll out of the printer and place it on top of the paper guides.
7. Release the adapter lock levers on both roll paper adapters and remove the adapters from the ends
of the paper roll.
8. Rewind the paper carefully and place it in its original packaging.
Note: Store roll paper on its end or horizontally (if the packaging end-caps are installed). Never store roll paper on its edge, as a flat spot can develop and lead to imaging artifacts on the prints.
Parent topic: Roll Paper Handling
Related topics
Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel
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Cut Sheet Handling

You can load a variety of types and sizes of cut sheet paper in your product.
Loading Cut Sheets Loading Poster Board
Parent topic: Media Handling

Loading Cut Sheets

Always load cut sheet paper short edge first. You can load photo and fine art sheet paper 31 mil (0.8 mm) or thinner directly into the paper path.
Note: Remove and roll up any roll paper before you load cut sheet paper.
Caution: Do not use wavy or curled paper. Only use paper that is stored flat in its original package. If
you load wavy or curled paper, it may cause print head strikes that lead to repeated print head cleanings or permanent damage to the printer.
1. Make sure the printer is turned on and the roll paper cover is closed.
2. Press the load/remove paper button.
3. Select Cut Sheet and press the OK button.
4. Feed the sheet into the feed slot until it meets resistance and the leading edge rests inside the feed
slot.
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5. Align the right edge of the sheet with the vertical line on the roll paper cover.
6. Press the OK button.
The sheet feeds into printing position automatically.
7. Select one of these settings on the LCD screen:
• If the paper settings are correct, select Keep Settings Above.
• Select Change Settings and adjust the settings.
8. Press the OK button.
9. Run your print job.
After printing, the sheet stays in the printer.
10. To remove your print, hold the sheet and press the cut/feed media button.
Note: Store cut sheet media flat in its original packaging. Storing sheet media unprotected or on its long or short edge can lead to excess paper curl, cause damage to the printer, and ruin your prints.
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Parent topic: Cut Sheet Handling
Related references
Available Epson Papers Paper Specifications
Related tasks
Storing the Paper Basket

Loading Poster Board

Load poster board that is more than 31 mil (0.8 mm) thick into the front of the printer using the poster board support.
1. Make sure the printer is turned on and the roll paper cover is closed.
2. Press the load/remove paper button.
3. Select Poster Board and press the OK button.
4. Lift up the poster board support and pull it toward you.
5. Insert the poster board printable side up.
Note: Make sure the poster board passes under the rollers in the feed slot.
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6. Slide the poster board into the feed slot until it is flush with the front of the printer as shown. Align the
right edge with the poster board support.
Note: You may need to increase the suction by pressing the up arrow button. This helps hold the poster board in place during loading and printing.
7. Press the OK button.
The poster board feeds into the printer.
8. Select one of these settings on the LCD screen:
• If the paper settings are correct, select Keep Settings Above.
• Select Change Settings and adjust the settings.
Note: Make sure you select Enhanced Board as the Media Type setting in the Others menu.
9. Press the OK button.
10. Run your print job.
After printing, the sheet stays in the printer.
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11. To remove your print, hold the sheet and press the OK button.
Note: Store cut sheet media flat in its original packaging. Storing sheet media unprotected or on its
long or short edge can lead to excess paper curl, cause damage to the printer, and ruin your prints.
12. After removing your print, press the OK button.
Push the poster board support back into the printer.
Parent topic: Cut Sheet Handling
Related references
Available Epson Papers Paper Specifications
Related tasks
Storing the Paper Basket

Adjusting the Platen Gap

Note: If you notice scuffs on the first few inches of your prints, curled paper may be causing print head
strikes. Paper curl may be more extreme in low humidity environments. Store the paper in its original package and load it just before printing. Make sure your paper is flat or try increasing the Platen Gap setting or the top margin until the problem disappears. Adjustments to both the Platen Gap and top margin may be necessary to prevent damage.
If the print quality is not satisfactory when printing on very thin or very thick media, you may need to adjust the Platen Gap setting in the Printer Setup menu.
1. Select the Setup tab.
2. Press the Menu button.
3. Select Printer Setup and press the OK button.
4. For custom paper types, select Custom Paper Setting setting and press the OK button..
5. Select Platen Gap and press the OK button..
6. Select a platen gap setting and press the OK button.
7. Press the back button to exit the menu.
If print quality does not improve after increasing the Platen Gap, check the Paper Thickness setting in the driver. You may need to create a custom paper configuration for the loaded media.
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Parent topic: Media Handling
Related references
Setup Menu Settings

Using the Paper Basket

The paper basket catches printouts and keeps them from getting dirty or scratched. The paper basket can only hold one print up to 44 inches (112 cm) wide and 62 inches (158 cm) long.
Caution: For fine art and other sensitive prints, do not allow media to gather in the paper basket.
Make sure the support bar is fully extended when using the paper basket.

Storing the Paper Basket

Parent topic: Media Handling
Storing the Paper Basket
Store the paper basket whenever you do the following:
• Use the optional Auto Take-up Reel
• Move the printer
1. Unhook the plastic connectors on the paper basket from the metal pegs on the support bar.
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2. Loosely roll the cloth and insert the loops on the basket into the clamps on the bottom of the printer.
Parent topic: Using the Paper Basket
Related topics
Moving or Transporting the Product

Creating Paper Configurations

You can create and store up to 10 custom paper configurations for use in printing on non-Epson paper or paper not supported by the Epson printer driver. You can also create and manage custom paper configurations in the LFP Remote Panel 2 Utility.
Note: Custom paper configurations are based on the existing print head alignment. For best results, perform the head alignments on Epson Doubleweight Matte Paper.
1. Load the type of paper that you want to configure in the printer.
2. Select the Paper status tab.
3. Press the Menu button.
4. Select Custom Paper Setting and press the OK button.
5. Select a number for the custom paper configuration and press the OK button.
6. Select Select Reference Paper and press the OK button.
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7. Select a paper preset that is similar to the paper that you loaded and press the OK button.
Note: Use the following guidelines when selecting the reference paper that is closest to the paper
you are using:
• Glossy paper: Photo Paper or Proofing Paper.
• Thick paper (non-glossy): Matte Paper.
• Thin, soft paper (non-glossy): Plain Paper.
• Cotton paper with a rough surface: Fine Art Paper.
• Special media such as film, cloth, poster board, or tracing paper: Others.
8. Select Platen Gap and press the OK button.
9. Select a platen gap setting and press the OK button.
Note: When you use a custom paper configuration, you cannot adjust the Platen Gap setting from the Printer Setup menu.
10. Select Paper Thickness and press the OK button.
11. Press the OK button.
A paper thickness pattern prints.
12. Check the printed pattern and locate the pattern with the most evenly overlapping lines.
13. Select the number of the most even pattern and press the OK button.
14. Select any additional settings in the Custom Paper Settings menu, as necessary.
15. When you finish, press back to exit the menu.
After you create paper configurations, you can print a list of the presets and the settings for each one.
Printing a Paper Configuration List Selecting Custom Paper Configurations
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Parent topic: Media Handling
Related references
Paper Menu Settings

Printing a Paper Configuration List

You can print a list of the settings for all the paper configurations that you have created.
1. Select the Paper status tab.
2. Press the Menu button.
3. Select Paper and press the OK button.
4. Select Print Paper List and press the OK button.
5. Press the OK button to print the list of your paper configurations.
Parent topic: Creating Paper Configurations
Related references
Paper Menu Settings

Selecting Custom Paper Configurations

Once you have created a paper configuration, you can select the configuration whenever you print on the associated media.
1. Select the Paper status tab.
2. Press the Menu button.
3. Select Paper and press the OK button.
4. Select Select Paper Type and press the right arrow button.
5. Select Custom Paper and press the right arrow button.
6. Select the paper configuration you want to use and press the OK button.
7. Press the back button to exit the menu.
The custom paper configuration you selected is displayed on the LCD screen.
Parent topic: Creating Paper Configurations
Related references
Paper Menu Settings
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Available Epson Papers

For information on how to purchase genuine Epson ink, accessories and paper visit epson.com (U.S. sales) or epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
Note: Paper/media availability varies by country.
Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Cold Press Bright 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S042310 25
Epson Cold Press Natural 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S042300 25
Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041637 20
Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S045037 25
Epson Hot Press Bright 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S042330 25
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S042311 25
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S042301 25
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S042097 25
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S045039 25
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S042331 25
Epson Hot Press Natural 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S042320 25
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S042321 25
Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S045487 20
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S045488 25
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper (260)
8.3 inches (211 mm) × 32 feet (9.8 m)
13 inches (330 mm) × 32 feet
S041408 1 roll
S041409 1 roll
(9.8 m)
10 inches (254 mm) × 100 feet
S042077 1 roll
(30.5 m)
16 inches (406 mm) × 100 feet
S042079 1 roll
(30.5 m)
24 inches (610 mm) × 100 feet
S042081 1 roll
(30.5 m)
36 inches (914 mm) × 100 feet
S042082 1 roll
(30.5 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 100 feet
S042083 1 roll
(30.5 m)*
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Glossy
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S045590 25
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S045591 25
Epson Metallic Photo Paper Luster 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S045517 25
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S045598 25
Epson Photo Paper Glossy 11 × 17 inches (279 × 432 mm) S041156 20
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041143 20
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches
S041271 100
[216 × 279 mm])
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches
S041288 20
[297 × 420 mm])
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041289 20
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches
S041667 50
[216 × 279 mm])
11 × 17 inches (279 × 432 mm) S041290 20
4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm) S041727 100
5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm) S041464 20
8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) S041465 20
11 × 14 inches (279 × 356 mm) S041466 20
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S042092 25
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041327 20
8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm) S041467 50
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches
S041257 50
[216 × 279 mm])
11 × 14 inches (279 × 356 mm) S041468 50
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches
S041260 50
[297 × 420 mm])
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041263 50
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S042124 25
Legal (8.5 × 14 inches
S041067 100
[216 × 356 mm])
11 × 17 inches (279 × 432 mm) S041070 100
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041069 100
16.5 × 23.4
S041079 30
inches (420 × 594 mm)
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S041171 100
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Proofing Paper White Semimatte
Epson Standard Proofing Paper Publication
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S045115 100
13 inches (300 mm) × 100 feet
S042002 1 roll
(30.5 m)
17 inches (432 mm) × 100 feet
S042003 1 roll
(30.5 m)
24 inches (610 mm) × 100 feet
S042004 1 roll
(30.5 m)
36 inches (914 mm) × 100 feet
S042005 1 roll
(30.5 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 100 feet
S042006 1 roll
(30.5 m)*
13 inches (300 mm) × 100 feet
S041996 1 roll
(30.5 m)
17 inches (432 mm) × 100 feet
S041997 1 roll
(30.5 m)
24 inches (610 mm) × 100 feet
S041998 1 roll
(30.5 m)
36 inches (914 mm) × 100 feet
S041999 1 roll
(30.5 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 100 feet
S042001 1 roll
(30.5 m)*
Epson Standard Proofing Paper Commercial
13 inches (300 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
17 inches (432 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
24 inches (610 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
36 inches (914 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
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S042144 1 roll
S041997 1 roll
S041998 1 roll
S041999 1 roll
S042001 1 roll
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Standard Proofing Paper
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S045115 100
(240)
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm])
S041406 50
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041407 50
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041604 100
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S042084 25
13 inches (330 mm) × 32.8 feet
S041409 1 roll
(10 m)
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm])
S041343 50
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041339 50
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041605 100
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S041908 100
Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041896 25
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S041897 25
Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant
13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) S041351 20
White
Epson Exhibition Canvas Matte 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet
(6.1 m)
17 × 22 inches (432 × 559 mm) S045255 25
Epson Exhibition Canvas Satin 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet
(6.1 m)
Epson Exhibition Canvas Gloss 13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet
(6.1 m)
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Matte
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Satin
13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet (6.1 m)
13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet (6.1 m)
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S045248 1 roll
S045241 1 roll
S045241 1 roll
S045396 1 roll
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Exhibition Canvas Natural Gloss
Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250)
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (170)
Epson Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (250)
13 inches (330 mm) × 20 feet (6.1 m)
16 inches (406 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
24 inches (610 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
36 inches (914 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
24 inches (610 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
36 inches (914 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
16 inches (406 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
24 inches (610 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
S045410 1 roll
S041742 1 roll
S041638 1 roll
S041639 1 roll
S041640 1 roll
S041393 1 roll
S041394 1 roll
S041395 1 roll
S042149 1 roll
S042150 1 roll
36 inches (914 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
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S042151 1 roll
S042152 1 roll
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Paper Type Size Part number Sheet count
Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (170)
16.5 inches (419 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
24 inches (610 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
36 inches (914 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper 16 inches (406 mm) × 100 feet
(30.5 m)
24 inches (610 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)
36 inches (914 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 100 feet (30.5 m)*
Epson Singleweight Matte Paper 17 inches (432 mm) × 132 feet
(40.2 m)
17 inches (432 mm) × 132 feet (40.2 m)
S042076 1 roll
S041390 1 roll
S041391 1 roll
S041392 1 roll
S041725 1 roll
S041595 1 roll
S041596 1 roll
S041597 1 roll
S041746 1 roll
S041853 1 roll
36 inches (914 mm) × 132 feet (40.2 m)*
44 inches (1118 mm) × 132 feet (40.2 m)
Epson Doubleweight Matte Paper 24 inches (610 mm) × 82 feet
(25 m)
36 inches (914 mm) × 82 feet (25 m)
44 inches (1118 mm) × 82 feet (25 m)
Parent topic: Media Handling
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S041855 1 roll
S041385 1 roll
S041386 1 roll
S041387 1 roll
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Borderless Paper Type Compatibility

You can print borderless photos on compatible paper types in compatible paper widths:
Examples of Borderless Paper Types
• Epson Singleweight Matte Paper
• Epson Doubleweight Matte Paper
• Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250)
• Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (170)
• Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (170)
• Epson Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (250)
• Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper (260)
Borderless Paper Widths
• 10 inches (254 mm)
• 11.8 inches (300 mm)
• 13 inches (330 mm)
• 16 inches (406 mm)
• 17 inches (432 mm)
• 20.3 inches (515 mm)
• 23 inches (594 mm)
• 24 inches (610 mm)
• 33 inches (841 mm)
• 36 inches (914 mm)
• 44 inches (1118 mm)
• 50 inches (1270 mm)*
• 54 inches (1372 mm)*
• 60 inches (1524 mm)*
* SureColor P20000 only
Parent topic: Media Handling
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Related references
Printable Area Specifications
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Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel

See these sections to use the optional auto take-up reel with your product.
About the Optional Auto Take-up Reel Installing the Auto Take-up Reel Attaching the Roll Core to the Auto Take-up Reel Take Up with the Printable Side Out Take Up with the Printable Side In Assembling and Using the Tensioner Removing Media from the Optional Auto Take-up Reel

About the Optional Auto Take-up Reel

The optional auto take-up reel automatically rolls up printed media as you print.
You can use the auto take-up reel for media with the printable side in or printable side out.
It is best to do the following when using the auto take-up reel:
• Make sure that the end of the roll is cut straight across.
• Use the side of the take-up roll core holder that is the same width as your media core so the core does not bend or take up media incorrectly.
Parent topic: Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel

Installing the Auto Take-up Reel

Before installing the optional auto take-up reel, you need to remove the paper basket from the support bar and store it under the printer.
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Note: Use the hex wrench that came with the printer to install the auto take-up reel.
1. Attach a cable clamp to the side of the printer.
2. Move the support bar into the storage position and position the take-up reel mounting bracket on the
side of the printer stand.
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3. Use the hex wrench included with the auto take-up reel to secure the mounting bracket with two
bolts.
4. Hook the auto-take up reel onto the pegs on the mounting bracket.
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5. Use the hex wrench to secure the inside of the auto take-up reel to the mounting bracket with two
bolts.
6. Use the hex wrench to secure the mounting bracket to the outside of the auto take-up reel with a
bolt.
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7. Remove the three thumb screws that hold the sensors in their packing position.
8. Remove the sensors.
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9. Attach the inner and front take-up reel sensors to the mounting points on the side and front of the
printer stand.
10. Secure the sensors to the printer stand with the thumb screws.
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11. Lower the inner take-up reel sensor.
12. Attach a cable clamp to the bottom of the printer.
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13. Remove the thumb screw from the paper stop.
14. Attach the paper stop to the left side of the printer stand's horizontal strut.
15. Secure the paper stop to the printer stand with a thumbscrew.
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16. Connect the included USB cable to the OPTION port on the side of the printer.
17. Route the USB cable through the cable clamp on the side of the printer.
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18. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the port on the back of the auto take-up reel.
19. Coil the excess cable and secure it using the cable clamp on the bottom of the printer stand.
20. Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the back of the auto take-up reel and route the cord
through the same cable clamp as the printer's power cord.
21. Plug the auto take-up reel power cord into an electrical outlet.
Parent topic: Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel

Attaching the Roll Core to the Auto Take-up Reel

You need to attach the roll core to the auto-take up reel before you can load paper onto the take-up reel.
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Note: Make sure the paper is the same width as the roll core. If the paper and roll core are different
widths, the paper may not wind correctly.
1. Set the Auto switch on the take-up reel to the Off position.
2. Turn on the printer.
3. Load roll media in the printer.
4. Move the support bar to the storage position.
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5. Make sure the inner take-up reel sensor is lowered and the caster is positioned parallel to the printer
stand.
Note: If the caster is not positioned parallel to the printer stand, it may interfere with the take-up reel sensors.
6. Install the roll core holder with the side that matches the size of the paper core facing out.
1 2 inches (51 mm)
2 3 inches (76 mm)
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7. Attach the roll core holder to the paper stop and push it in until it clicks into place.
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8. Unlock the paper stop and slide it to the left.
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9. Insert the right roll core holder into the roll core until the raised edges on the roll core holder touch
the roll core.
10. Attach the roll core to the auto take-up reel and push it in until it clicks into place.
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11. Slide the paper stop to the right and insert the roll core holder into the left end of the roll core.
Note: Make sure the raised edges on the roll core holder touch the roll core.
12. Lock the paper stop in place.
Parent topic: Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel

Take Up with the Printable Side Out

After you attach the roll core on the optional auto take-up reel, follow these steps to take up media with the printable side out.
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Note: Make sure Auto Cut is set to Off when you use the auto take-up reel.
1. Press the load/remove paper button on the printer.
2. Select Use Take-up Unit and press the OK button.
Paper automatically feeds until the edge of the roll media reaches the roll core.
3. Wind the edge of the media around the front of the roll core.
4. Tape the edge of the media to the center of the core, then tape the edge to the left and right ends.
5. Press the right arrow button on the printer.
6. Make sure the Auto switch on the take-up reel is in the Off position and press the OK button on the
printer.
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7. Press the Manual switch on the take-up reel to the Forward position and hold it there until the media
wraps around the core at least two times. Then release the switch.
8. Press the OK button on the printer.
Paper automatically feeds.
9. Make sure that there is some slack in the media and that it loads evenly on both sides.
Note: The media will not take up correctly if it is looser on one side than the other.
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10. Move the support bar to the position shown here.
11. Press the right arrow button on the printer.
12. If you are printing on one of these media, place the tensioner in the slack of the roll and press the
right arrow button on the printer: Epson Singleweight Matte Paper, Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (170), or Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (170).
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13. Set the Auto switch on the take-up reel to the Backward position.
14. Press the OK button on the printer.
You are now ready to print with the auto take-up reel.
Parent topic: Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel
Related references
Setup Menu Settings

Take Up with the Printable Side In

After you attach the roll core on the optional auto take-up reel, follow these steps to take up media with the printable side in.
Note: Make sure Auto Cut is set to Off when you use the auto take-up reel.
1. Press the load/remove paper button on the printer.
2. Select Use Take-up Unit and press the OK button.
Paper automatically feeds until the edge of the roll media reaches the roll core.
3. Wind the edge of the media around the back of the roll core.
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4. Tape the edge of the media to the center of the core, then tape the edge to the left and right ends.
5. Press the right arrow button on the printer.
6. Make sure the Auto switch on the take-up reel is in the Off position and press the OK button on the
printer.
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7. Press the Manual switch on the take-up reel to the Backward position and hold it there until the
media wraps around the core at least two times. Then release the switch.
8. Press the OK button on the printer.
Paper automatically feeds.
9. Make sure that there is some slack in the media and that it loads evenly on both sides.
Note: The media will not take up correctly if it is looser on one side than the other.
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10. Move the support bar to the position shown here.
11. Press the right arrow button on the printer.
12. If you are printing on one of these media, place the tensioner in the slack of the roll and press the
right arrow button on the printer: Epson Singleweight Matte Paper, Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (170), or Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (170).
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13. Set the Auto switch on the take-up reel to the Forward position.
14. Press the OK button on the printer.
You are now ready to print with the auto take-up reel.
Parent topic: Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel
Related references
Setup Menu Settings

Assembling and Using the Tensioner

The tensioner keeps the roll media from becoming too slack. Use the tensioner only when printing on these media types: Epson Singleweight Matte Paper, Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (170), Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (170), and other thin media wider that 17 inches (432 mm). You need to adjust the width of the tensioner to match the roll paper you are using before inserting it.
1. Attach the right flange to the right end of the large tension pipe.
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2. If the roll paper you are using is wider than 24 inches (610 mm), attach small tension pipes to the left
end of the large tension pipe as necessary.
Note: Each small tension pipe adds 10 inches (254 mm) of width to the tensioner. Add up to 4 small tension pipes to the large tension pipe, as necessary.
3. Attach the left flange to the left end of the tension pipe.
Note: Make sure the flange is set wider than the width of the roll media.
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4. Do one of the following:
• If you attached media to the roll core with the printable side in, insert the tensioner as shown here.
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• If you attached media to the roll core with printable side out, insert the tensioner as shown here.
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5. Align the tensioner with the right edge of the paper as shown.
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6. Adjust the flange on the left side of the tensioner so that there is a gap of about 0.25 inch (6 mm)
between the flange and the roll paper.
Parent topic: Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel

Removing Media from the Optional Auto Take-up Reel

After printing on media loaded on the optional auto take-up reel, follow these steps to remove it.
Note: Two people are required to remove media from the auto take-up reel.
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1. Move the Auto switch on the take-up reel to the Off position.
2. Remove the tensioner.
3. Move the support bar to the storage position.
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4. Cut the media manually and roll the printed end onto the take-up reel.
5. Tape the end of the roll to itself to prevent it from unwinding.
6. Unlock the paper stop and slide the paper holder to the left.
Note: Support the reel with one hand to keep it from falling.
7. Remove the roll core from the take-up reel.
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Parent topic: Using the Optional Auto Take-up Reel
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Printing from a Computer

Before printing from your computer, make sure you have set up your product and installed its software as described on the Start Here sheet.
Note: If you have an Internet connection, it is a good idea to check for updates to your product software on Epson's support website. If you see a Software Update screen, select Enable automatic checking and click OK. The update scans your system to see if you have the latest product software. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Printing with Windows Printing on a Mac

Printing with Windows

You can print with your product using any Windows application, as described in these sections.
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows Selecting Additional Settings - Windows Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows Saving, Sharing, and Customizing the Printer Settings Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens Changing Automatic Update Options
Parent topic: Printing from a Computer

Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows

Select the basic settings for the photo or document you want to print.
1. Open a photo or document for printing.
2. Select the print command in your application.
Note: You may need to select a print icon on your screen, the Print option in the File menu, or another command. See your application's help utility for details.
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3. If necessary, select your product name as the printer you want to use.
Note: You may also need to select Preferences, Properties, Print Settings, or Printer Properties to view your print settings.
You see the Main tab of your printer settings window:
4. Select the Media Type setting that matches the paper you loaded.
Note: You can click Custom Settings to select a custom paper configuration.
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5. If you are using non-Epson paper or media and you need to fine-tune its performance, select the
Media Type setting that is closest to the paper you loaded, click the Paper Config button, and adjust the paper configuration options as necessary.
6. Select a Color option:
• To print a color document or photo, select the Color setting.
• To print text and graphics in black or shades of gray, select the Advanced B&W Photo or Black setting.
Note: The Black setting is available only when you select Plain Paper as the Media Type setting.
7. For the Print Quality setting, select Speed, Quality, or Max Quality (available with certain media types only), or select Quality Options and choose the quality option that matches the print quality you want to use.
8. Select the desired color management option as the Mode setting.
9. Select the Source setting that matches the paper feeding method you are using.
10. Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Size setting.
Note: You can also select the User-Defined setting to create a custom paper size.
11. If you are printing on roll paper, click the Roll Paper Option button and adjust the settings as necessary.
12. If you want to print a photo without borders, select Borderless.
Note: You must select a compatible borderless paper type and size to print without borders. Check the borderless paper compatibility list for details.
13. To see a preview of how your document or photo will print, select Print Preview. (The preview appears after you click Print but before printing starts.)
Note: The print preview shows the layout of your document or photo, but it may not accurately display the colors of your final print.
14. To layout multiple print jobs for printing all at once, select Layout Manager.
Paper Configuration Options - Windows Advanced B&W Photo Options - Windows
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Print Quality Options - Windows Color Management Options - Windows Advanced Color Controls - Windows Paper Source Options - Windows Roll Paper Options - Windows Using Layout Manager - Windows Only
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Related references
Borderless Paper Type Compatibility
Related tasks
Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows
Paper Configuration Options - Windows
Select any of the available Paper Configuration options to fine-tune the quality of your print.
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Note: If you have high speed (bi-directional) printing enabled and small type or fine details appear too thick, you may need to adjust the Paper Thickness setting.
Color Density
Adjusts the ink saturation level.
Drying Time per Print Head Pass
Pauses print head movement for up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry. This lets you print with non-Epson media and avoid smearing the ink.
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Paper Feed Adjustment
Modifies the speed of the paper feeding to compensate for banding in the direction of the print head.
Paper Suction
Decreases the paper suction when printing on thin media, such as drafting paper or backlight film.
Paper Thickness
Adjusts the appearance of details in printouts based on paper thickness.
Roll Paper Back Tension
Increases or automatically controls the tension for cloth or thin paper, or if the roll paper wrinkles during printing.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Advanced B&W Photo Options - Windows
If you select Advanced B&W Photo as the Color option, you can easily produce neutral and toned black-and-white prints. Whether your photo is color or grayscale, you can use this screening and color management technology to create stunning black-and-white prints. Select Custom as the Mode setting, then click Advanced and select any of the available options.
Color Toning
Adds tone (hue) to your black-and-white output. The default is Neutral, which provides a neutral tonal scale print. You can also choose other popular presets such as Cool, Warm, and Sepia. Note that the presets affect the target in the tone color circle.
Tone
Changes the entire tonal scale of your black-and-white output. While Darker is the default setting, you may see better results if you choose Dark. The tone color circle adjusts the hue of your black-and­white print. Click on any portion of the color wheel or enter corresponding values to customize the tone (hue) to add to your print. The closer you select to the edge of the wheel, the more color you add.
Brightness
Adjusts the overall lightness and darkness of your image.
Contrast
Adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of your image.
Shadow Tonality
Controls tonality only in the shadow areas of your image.
Highlight Tonality
Controls tonality only in the highlight areas of your image.
Max Optical Density
Adjusts the overall density or focus of the print. Create a soft focus print by lowering the density setting.
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Highlight Point Shift
Helps reduce gloss differential on glossy media by adding density to the highlights of your image.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Print Quality Options - Windows
You can use the Speed/Quality slider to set the desired quality level and select any of the available Quality options to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settings may be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen.
High Speed
Speeds up printing but may reduce print quality.
Edge Smoothing
Smooths jagged edges in low-resolution images such as screen captures or images from the Web.
Finest Detail
Sharpens edges on vector-based data including text, graphics, and line art. (This setting does not affect photographs.)
Note: Enabling Finest Detail may decrease the print speed.
Optimize media edge print quality
Prevents images on the edge of the paper from appearing faint or scuffed but may increase the margins.
Note: Enabling Optimize media edge print quality will decrease the print speed.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Color Management Options - Windows
You can adjust the Mode setting to fine-tune the colors in your printout or turn off color management in your printer software.
If you select Automatic as the Mode setting, you can choose from these options:
Charts and Graphs
Intensifies colors and lightens the midtones and highlights of an image.
EPSON Standard (sRGB)
Increases the contrast in images.
Adobe RGB
Matches image colors to the Adobe RGB color standard. Use this setting if your source file was captured in Adobe RGB.
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If you select Custom as the Mode setting, you can choose from these options:
Color Controls
Lets you select a Color Mode setting, individual settings for Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Density, and individual color tones. Depending on the selected color mode, you can also adjust the midtone density using the Gamma setting.
PhotoEnhance
Lets you choose from various Scene Correction settings to automatically analyze your photos.
Note: PhotoEnhance uses a sophisticated face recognition technology to optimize photos that include faces. For this to work, both eyes and the nose must be visible in the subject's face. If your photo includes a face with an intentional color cast, such as a statue, you may want to turn off
PhotoEnhance to retain the special color effects.
ICM
Automatically adjusts colors based on the printer’s ICC profile and the selected Media Type setting, using the Image Color Matching system. Click the Advanced button to choose the input profile and other settings.
Note: In most cases, you get better results by applying color management in your application, rather than in the printer driver.
Off (No Color Adjustment)
Turns off color management in your printer software so you can manage color using only your application software.
Note: An ICC profile is required if color management is turned off.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
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Advanced Color Controls - Windows
If you selected Custom as the Mode setting and Color Controls from the dropdown menu, you can click the Advanced button to select detailed settings.
The Color Controls screen lets you specify values for adjusting brightness, contrast, saturation, and individual Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow color tones. You can choose from two Printer Color Adjustment modes and two Gamma settings, and use either a color circle or slide bar to adjust color.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Paper Source Options - Windows
You can select any of the available options in the paper Source menu to print on the paper loaded in that source.
Roll Paper
Selects roll paper loaded in the roll paper holder.
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Roll Paper (Banner)
Selects roll paper loaded in the roll paper holder for a series of continuous images without any margin space between them.
Sheet
Selects sheets of paper loaded in the sheet feeder.
Front - Poster Board
Selects poster board or other thick media loaded on the front poster board support.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Roll Paper Options - Windows
Select any of the available roll paper options.
Note: Some settings may not be available, depending on the Roll Paper Option you selected for your paper size.
Auto Cut options:
• Off: Select this option to cut your prints manually.
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• Normal Cut: Creates a margin at the top and bottom of your image.
• Single Cut: Prints images end-to-end with no gap between them. Borderless images may overlap
slightly.
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• Double Cut: Increases the space between each image and trims each print individually, providing the
cleanest edge for borderless printing.
Auto Rotate
Automatically positions the image or file to fit the roll paper. When Auto Rotate is selected, select the width of the paper as the Roll Width setting.
Print Page Line
Prints lines between pages as a guide for manual cutting.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
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Using Layout Manager - Windows Only
Layout Manager lets you create a poster or display by dragging multiple pieces of print data created in different applications onto one sheet of paper for printing.
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You can also place the same print data multiple times as shown here.
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You can place print data in different sizes and orientations to maximize media usage, as shown here.
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You can place print data on roll paper as shown here.
1. Open the file you want to print in your application.
2. Select the print command in your application.
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3. Select Layout Manager on the Main tab and choose an option for the Size setting that matches the size of the document in your application.
Note: You select the size of the paper you are printing on in a later step.
4. Click OK and then click Print, if necessary.
The Layout Manager screen opens and displays one page in the layout.
5. Leave the Layout Manager screen open and repeat steps 1 to 4 to arrange additional print data. The pages are added to the Layout Manager screen.
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6. Do the following to arrange objects on the Layout Manager screen:
• Drag pages to move and resize them.
• Use the tool buttons and the Object menu to align and rotate pages.
• Resize and replace whole pages in the Preference or Arrangement Settings screens.
Note: See the Layout Manager screen help for details.
7. Click File > Properties, then select your print settings, including the size of the paper you are printing on, on the Main tab.
8. Click the File menu on the Layout Manager screen and click Print.
Note: To save the current job to a file, click the File menu on the Layout Manager screen, save the file, and close the Layout Manager screen. To open the saved file later for editing or reprinting, right­click the printer icon in the Windows taskbar, click Layout Manager, and open the file.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows

Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows

You can select a variety of sizing and layout options for your document or photo on the Page Layout tab.
• To change the orientation of your printed document or photo, select the Portrait or Landscape
checkbox.
• To rotate or flip the printed image, select the Rotate 180° or Mirror Image checkbox.
• To select multiple copies and their print order, select the Copies, Collate, and Reverse Order
options.
• To change the size of your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge checkbox and
select sizing options.
• To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, or print one image on multiple sheets of paper, select
the Multi-Page checkbox and select the options you want.
• To enlarge your image beyond the limits of your application program, select the Optimize
Enlargement checkbox.
Note: The driver can increase the image size up to 650% and decrease the output resolution to stay
within the pixel limitations. Depending on the resolution of the original image and the print size, you may see reduced print quality.
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• To print a color background on the page, select the Print Bckg Color checkbox and click Color
Settings to select the color you want to use.
• To print the time, date, and other information about your print job at the top or bottom of the page,
select the Job Settings checkbox and click Details to select the settings you want to use.
Reduce/Enlarge Options - Windows Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Reduce/Enlarge Options - Windows
You can select any of the Reduce/Enlarge options to size your printed image.
Fit to Page
Sizes your printed image to fit on the paper you loaded and selected as the Output Paper setting.
Fit to Roll Paper Width
Sizes your printed image to fit the width of the roll paper you loaded.
Custom
Sizes your printed image by the percentage you select as the Scale to setting.
Parent topic: Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows
Multi-Page Printing Options - Windows
You can select these Multi-Page options to set up your multi-page print job.
N-up
Prints 2 (2-up) or 4 (4-up) pages on one sheet of paper.
Poster
Prints one image on multiple sheets of paper to create a large poster with or without borders. Click the
Settings button to select the layout and guideline options.
Parent topic: Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows

Selecting Additional Settings - Windows

You can run maintenance utilities and select additional settings that apply to all the print jobs you send to your product.
1. Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar.
2. Select Printer Settings.
3. Click the Utility tab.
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You see a window like this:
4. Select any of the following options, as necessary:
• Nozzle Check to print a nozzle check pattern to check whether the print head nozzles are
clogged.
• Head Cleaning to clean the print head if you notice banding or gaps in your printouts.
• Print Head Alignment to align the print head if printouts appear grainy or out of focus.
• Epson Status Monitor 3 to check the printer's status.
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