Epson pro4880gd User Manual

Epson Stylus® Pro 4880

PRINTER GUIDE

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FCC Compliance Statement

For United States Users

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

WARNING

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

For Canadian Users

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

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

Introduction

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Identifying Printer Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

1 Setting Up the Printer On a Network

Connecting to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Configuring the Network Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Installing the Software for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Adding the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Installing the Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Updating Your Printer Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Downloading the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

2 Handling Paper and Other Media

Selecting Media for Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Guidelines for Using Epson Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using Cut Sheet Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Cut Sheet Paper Paths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Loading Paper in the Paper Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Using the Front Manual Feed Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Using the Rear Manual Feed Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Roll Paper Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Loading the Paper onto the Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Placing the Paper in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Removing Paper from the Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Cutting Paper Manually with the Built-in Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Printing Trim Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Adjusting the Platen Gap for Thick or Thin Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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Optimizing the Settings for Your Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Creating Custom Paper Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Selecting Custom Paper Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

3 Printing with Epson Drivers for Macintosh

Choosing Page Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Choosing Basic Print Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Choosing Color Management and Paper Configuration Options . . . . . 60

Choosing Roll Paper Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Borderless Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Creating a Custom Preset and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Choosing Advanced Black and White Photo Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Monitoring Print Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Checking Ink Levels and Maintenance Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

4 Printing with Epson Drivers for Windows

Choosing Basic Print Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Choosing Color Management Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Choosing Paper and Layout Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Choosing Roll Paper Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Borderless Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Choosing Page Layout Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Choosing Paper Configuration Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Choosing Advanced Black and White Photo Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Customizing the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Saving and Sharing Custom Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Saving and Sharing Custom Media Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Editing Printer Driver Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Managing Print Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Using the Progress Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Optimizing Print Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Setting Monitoring Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

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5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer

Checking Printer Status and Part Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Printing Status Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Viewing Status Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Checking and Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Running a Power Cleaning Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Aligning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Changing the Black Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Draining the Old Ink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Installing the New Black Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Updating the Printer Driver Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Performing Additional Maintenance Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Changing the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Using the Maintenance Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Replacing the Paper Cutter Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Replacing the Maintenance Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Transporting or Storing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Preparing the Printer for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Setting Up the Printer After Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

6 Solving Problems

Diagnosing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125

Checking Error Messages and Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Improving Print Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Solving Operational Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Solving Paper Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Clearing Roll Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Clearing Paper Tray Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Clearing Paper Jams from the Manual Feed Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

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A Specifications

Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

Weight

Printer Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Safety Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148

Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148

Cut Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Printable Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Introduction

This Printer Guide provides important information on setting up and using your printer, selecting paper, and replacing ink cartridges. It also tells you how to maintain your printer to keep it working at its best, and provides troubleshooting tips in case you have a problem.

For additional information, see the following:

• The Start Here sheet explains how to set up your printer, install the

software for a USB connection, and load paper. Be sure to follow these

instructions to set up your printer correctly. If you are connecting the

printer to a network, you also need to see Chapter 1 in this Printer Guide

for software installation instructions.

• The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of procedures for

daily use and printer maintenance—loading paper, replacing ink

cartridges and other components, checking and aligning the print head,

and understanding error messages. Attach it to your printer for easy

reference.

• The on-screen Network Guide on the CD-ROM describes how to set up

and configure the printer for use on a network.

• The on-screen User’s Guide on the CD-ROM provides additional

information about the printer, drivers, and utility software. You can read

the guide using a web browser, such as Safari

FireFox 1.0 or later, or Netscape

Navigator® or Microsoft® Internet

1.0 or later, Mozilla

Explorer, versions 4.0 or later.

Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips

These symbols are used in this book:

WARNINGS must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

Notes contain important information about your printer.

Tips contain additional hints on how to get the most out of your printer.

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Tip: Check the Epson Pro

Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson. com for accessories and options that are currently available.

Options and Accessories

Your Epson Stylus® Pro 4880 offers these optional upgrades and accessories:

Optional equipment and software

Option Part number

Epson Stylus Pro 4880 Printer Cabinet Stand C4800STAND

Epson Stylus Pro 4880 TUMI Printer Cover C4800TUMI

Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) — 2- or 3-inch C12C811171

Paper Roller Spindle (High Tension) — 2- or 3-inch C12C811191

One-year Extended Warranty EPP48B1

Two-year Extended Warranty EPP48B2

* See Appendix A for details.

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

Consumables and user-replaceable parts

Part Part number

Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank* C12C890191

Replacement Printer Cutter Blade** C12C815291

Ink Cartridges See page 106 for a

complete listing.

* See page 117 for details.

** Replaces the blade for the printer’s built-in cutter (see page 115).

You can purchase genuine Epson® ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, visit www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales), or call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).

Where To Get Help

Epson provides technical support and information on the installation, configuration, and operation of professional printing products through the Epson Preferred Limited Warranty Plan. Dial (888) 377-6611, 6 6

PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Days and hours of support are

subject to change without notice.

AM to

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Tip: If you experience

difficulty with the toll-free line or your Unit ID number, call (562) 276-1305.

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

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

You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, visit www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales), or call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).

Macintosh System Requirements

To use your printer in either a stand-alone or peer-to-peer network environment, your Macintosh listed below:

• Mac OS

• PowerPC

X 10.4.9 or higher, or 10.5 or higher

G5, Intel®, or higher processor

system should include the requirements

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

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

• At least 1GB of RAM (2GB or more recommended)

• At least 30GB of free hard disk space for software and processing files

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

printer software

• For USB connection: a compliant USB Hi-Speed 2.0 port and a

shielded USB “AB” cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer),

up to 10 feet long

• For network connection: Ethernet-equipped Macintosh

and a Category

6 compatible cable

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Windows System Requirements

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

• IBM

• Microsoft Windows

• At least 1GB of RAM (2GB or more recommended)

• At least 30GB of free hard disk space for software and processing files

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

• For USB connection: a Windows-compliant USB 2.0 port and a

• For Ethernet connection: Ethernet-equipped PC and a compatible

-compatible PC with a Pentium® 4, 3 GHz or higher processor

recommended

XP, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition,

Windows Vista

, or Windows Vista x64

printer software

shielded USB “AB” cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer),

up to 10 feet long

Category 6 cable

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Important Safety Instructions

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

• The printer weighs about 88 lb (40 kg) (without ink or paper), and

should be lifted by two people.

• When setting up the printer, make sure you have enough space around

it, as shown below. You may need more space behind the printer if you

print on large sheets of heavy stock or posterboard.

15.7 in.

5.9 in.

• Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that is larger than this product.

13.8 in.

This printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.

• Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also

keep this product away from direct sunlight, strong light, heat sources,

or air conditioners.

• Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

• Keep this product away from dusty areas.

• Keep your entire computer system away from potential sources of

electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of

cordless telephones.

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

unplugged.

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

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

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Caution: Always turn

the printer off using the

P power

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

button. When

Connect the printer to a properly grounded outlet. Avoid using an

•

outlet on the same circuit as a photocopier or air control system that

regularly switches on and off.

• Avoid using electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or timers.

• Use only the power cord that comes with this product. Use of another

cord may result in fire or electric shock.

• This product’s power cord is designed for use with this product only.

Using it with other equipment may result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.

• If you use an extension cord with this product, make sure the total

ampere rating of devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed

the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of all

devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s

ampere rating.

• Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s case.

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

during printing.

• Do not move the print head by hand unless instructed to do so by an

Epson service technician; otherwise you may damage the printer.

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

this product.

• Do not attempt to service the printer yourself.

• Power down the printer from the control panel, unplug the printer, and

refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following

conditions:

The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the printer; the

printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; the printer does not

operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance.

• Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is in the far

right (home) position.

Caution: Do not use too much force when you shake cartridges that have been previously installed.

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For California customers only: The lithium batteries in this product contain Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions

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

ink.

• Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.

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

your eyes, flush them immediately with water.

• Shake ink cartridges well before installing them for best results.

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

carton.

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

results.

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

damage the print head.

• After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to

warm up at room temperature for at least four hours before using it.

• If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area

from dirt and dust, and store it in the same environment as this product.

Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs

unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent ink from staining items that

the cartridge touches.

• Do not touch the ink supply port, its surrounding area, or the green IC

chip on the side of the ink cartridge. Doing so may affect normal

operation and printing.

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Identifying Printer Parts

Top cover

Rear manual feed slot

Roll paper support

Ink lever

Ink cartridge slot

Roll paper cover

Ink compartment

Paper lever

Control panel

Maintenance tank

Paper tray cover

Paper tray

Front manual feed slot

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Roll paper spindle

Network interface

Rear cover release knobs

Rear cover

USB interface

Spindle adapter

AC inlet

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Chapter 1: Setting Up the Printer On a Network

Note: If you are using the

USB interface, follow the steps on your Start Here sheet to configure the printer and install the software.

This chapter includes the following information:

• Connecting to the network

• Installing the software

• Updating your printer firmware

Connecting to the Network

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

1. Turn off the printer.

2. Connect one end of the appropriate cable to the printer’s Ethernet port.

Then connect the other end to your network switch or hub or your

computer’s Ethernet port.

3. Turn on the printer.

Once the printer is connected to your network, you need to configure it. See “Configuring the Network Interface” on page 20 for instructions.

20 | Setting Up the Printer On a Network

Configuring the Network Interface

Note: You can also

configure the network port using the EpsonNet Configuration Utility that installs with your printer software.

Note: If you don’t know which setting to use, see your network administrator for help configuring the printer’s IP settings.

1. Make sure that the printer is turned on and the LCD displays READY.

2. Press the

Menu button on the printer’s control panel to enter the

printer’s menu system.

3. Press to highlight

4. Press

5. Press

Menu then to highlight ENABLE.

Menu . An asterisk appears next to ENABLE to show that it’s

NETWORK SETUP, then press Menu .

selected.

6. Press then to highlight

7. Press

Menu and then to choose one of the following IP

GET IPADDRESS.

configuration settings:

•AUTO: Select this setting if your network uses a DHCP server to

configure your network devices’ IP settings automatically.

•PANEL: Select this setting if you would like to configure the

printer’s IP settings manually.

8. Press

Menu . An asterisk appears next to the setting you selected.

9. Press to go back. Then do one of the following:

• If you selected AUTO as the IP ADDRESS SETTING, press the

pause button to exit the printer menu. Then continue with step 14.

• If you selected PANEL as the IP ADDRESS SETTING, continue

with step 10.

10. Press to highlight

IP, then press Menu . The LCD displays the IP

address.

11. Press or to change each octet value, then press

Menu to select

the next octet. When you have changed the value of the last octet, press

Menu then . The LCD displays SM. Press Menu again to

display the subnet mask.

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12. Press or to change each octet value, then press Menu to select

the next octet. When you have changed the value of the last octet, press

Menu then . The LCD displays GW. Press Menu again to

display the default gateway.

Note: You can check for newer versions of your printer driver and utilities on the Epson support site at epson.com/support.

13. Press or to change each octet value, then press

Menu to select

the next octet. When you have changed the value of the last octet, press

Menu , then press the pause button to exit the printer menu.

14. Turn the printer off then back on again.

15. Make sure that the printer displays

READY and that you have at least

three sheets of plain, letter-size paper loaded in the printer’s auto sheet

feeder. Then press the

16. Press to highlight

17. Press to highlight

18. Press

Menu to print the network status sheet and verify that the IP

Menu button to enter the printer menu.

TEST PRINT, then press Menu .

NETWORK, then press Menu .

address settings are correct. Then see “Installing the Software for

Macintosh” below, or “Installing the Software for Windows” on

page 24.

Installing the Software for Macintosh

Follow the steps below to install the software on a Macintosh. For Windows, see page 24.

1. Turn on your Macintosh and your printer.

2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM. If necessary, double-click the

Epson CD-ROM to open its window.

3. Double-click the

Epson installer icon.

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4. Click Install.

Note: If you see a message that the installer has detected an older version of EpsonNet Config on your system, you must uninstall the older version before you can install the new one. To uninstall, drag the EpsonNet folder to the trash.Then reinstall your printer software.

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to install all the necessary software and

manuals, and place a link to the Epson Professional Imaging Website on

your desktop.

6. When you’re finished, remove the printer software CD-ROM. Then,

follow the instructions below.

Adding the Printer

1. Open the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder and start

the

Printer Setup Utility.

2. If you see a message like this, click

Add, then skip to step 4.

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

4. You see your printer in the Printer Browser:

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

If your Macintosh cannot find the printer, click

select a connection, such as

EPSON TCP/IP. Select your printer, then

wait while your Macintosh finds the printer driver and the

becomes available. Then click the

Add button.

More Printers and

Add button

Your printer appears in the Printer List window.

5. Close the utility. Go to page 25 to update your printer firmware, if

necessary.

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Installing the Software for Windows

For Windows, you need to add the printer’s network port, then install the software. For instructions on adding the network port, see the Network Guide on the printer CD or on your computer.

1. Turn on your computer and your printer.

Note: With Windows Vista, if you see the AutoPlay window, click Run Epsetup.exe. When you see the User Account Control screen, click Continue.

Note: If you see messages asking if you want to install or run various installation programs, select

Continue, Continue Anyway, or Install this driver software anyway.

2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM in your computer. The installer

starts automatically. If it doesn’t start, double-click

Computer, or Start > My Computer. Then double-click your

My Computer,

CD-ROM icon.

3. Read the license agreement and click

4. Click

Install.

Agree.

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5. When you see a window asking you to turn on your printer, click

Manual.

6. Select the port you created for the printer, then click

7. Follow the instructions to finish installing the printer software.

8. Close the installer, then remove the CD-ROM. Go to the next section

to update the printer firmware, if necessary.

OK.

Updating Your Printer Firmware

Before you begin using your printer, you should check for a newer version of firmware on the Epson support site and update your printer, if necessary.

Downloading the Firmware

1. Navigate to epson.com/support in your browser.

2. Choose your printer.

3. Click

4. Choose the version for Macintosh or Windows and follow the

Drivers & Downloads to find the newest firmware.

instructions on the screen, then continue with the instructions on

page 26 to upgrade the firmware.

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Note: Although the

illustrations in this section show Windows screens, the procedure is the same for Macintosh.

Note: For more information on using the LFP Remote Panel, click Help to see the electronic guide.

Note: If the Epson LFP Remote Panel does not launch when you click

EPSON LFP Remote Panel in the printer utility

window, your software CD may not have included this utility. You can download the LFP Remote Panel from epson.com/support.

Updating the Firmware

1. Double-click the firmware file to extract it.

2. Double-click the

You see the LFP Remote Panel.

If you don’t see the icon on your desktop, do one of the following to

access the LFP Remote Panel:

• Mac OS X: Open EPSON Printer Utility2 in your Applications

folder. Select

Remote Panel

• Windows Vista: Click , click Control Panel, and click Printer

under select

Printing Preferences. Click the Utility tab, then click

EPSON LFP Remote Panel in the printer utility window.

• Windows XP: Click Start and select Control Panel. Double-click

Printers and Faxes. Right-click your printer icon and select Printing Preferences. Click the Utility tab, then click EPSON LFP Remote Panel

EPSON LFP Remote Panel icon on your desktop.

SPro 4880, click OK, then click EPSON LFP

in the printer utility window.

Hardware and Sound. Right-click your printer icon and

in the printer utility window.

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3. Make sure Stylus Pro 4880 or EPSON Stylus Pro 4880 is selected,

then click the

Firmware Updater button. You see the Firmware

Updater window.

Caution: Don’t turn off the printer while the firmware is updating.

4. Make sure your printer is on, its LCD is set to

connected to your computer, then choose

Stylus Pro 4880

5. Click

Browse and find the firmware that you just downloaded and

extracted. Select the file and click

in the Printer list.

Choose.

6. If the firmware version of the file is newer, click

READY, and it is

Stylus Pro 4880 or EPSON

Update to start the

firmware updating process. (If it is the same, you don’t need to update.)

7. When the update is complete, close the Firmware Updater window, LFP

Remote window, and the Printer Utility window.

To finish the installation, you need to load some cut-sheet paper and align the print head, as described on page 102.

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Chapter 2: Handling Paper and Other Media

Note: You can purchase

additional roll paper spindles and other accessories or options from the Epson Pro Imaging website (www.proimaging.epson. com) or your Epson Professional Imaging authorized reseller.

The Epson Stylus Pro 4880 prints on a variety of media, including roll paper and cut sheets up to 17 inches wide. You can also use heavy stock, such as posterboard up to 59 mil (1.5 mm) thick, via the straight-through paper path.

This chapter includes the following information:

• Selecting media for your printer

• Using cut sheet paper

• Using roll paper

• Loading paper manually

• Optimizing the settings for your paper

Selecting Media for Your Printer

You can print on most types of coated, glossy, plain paper, and other media. An optional high-tension spindle is also available for printing on certain roll media such as Epson UltraSmooth Paper. The spindle applies tension to keep the paper tightly wound. Check the Epson Pro Imaging website (www.proimaging.epson.com) or your Epson Professional Imaging authorized reseller for available media.

The following table shows the paper sizes you can use:

Supported paper sizes

Fine Art Paper and Textured Fine Art

Roll paper Cut sheets

Size 8.3 to 17 in. wide

(211 to 432 mm)

Maximum external roll diameter

Thickness 3.15 to 19.7 mil (0.8 to 0.5 mm) 3.15 to 59 mil (0.8 to 1.5 mm)

2 in. core: 4 in. (103 mm) 3 in. core: 6 in. (150 mm)

8 × 10 in. up to 17 × 22 in.

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Always test samples of paper stock in the printer before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. When you use non-Epson paper or other media, you may need to adjust various settings and create special paper configurations. See page 50 for instructions.

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Guidelines for Using Epson Media

Follow these guidelines, as well as those included in your paper package, when printing on Epson paper and other media:

• Avoid touching the printable surface with your bare hands. Fingerprints

may affect print quality. Handle media by the edges or use cotton

gloves.

• Always choose the correct Media Type setting in your printer driver

software before you send your job. See page 58 (Mac OS X) or page 74

(Windows) for instructions.

• Always select the correct paper source (roll or sheet) in both the printer

driver software and on the printer’s control panel. See page 55

(Mac OS X) or page 79 (Windows) for instructions on selecting the

paper source in your printer software.

• Keep unused media in its original packaging and store it in a cool, dry

place to maintain quality. Avoid storing your printouts where they will

be exposed to high temperature, humidity, or direct sunlight.

Using Cut Sheet Paper

You can print on many types of cut sheet paper and other media. The Epson Stylus Pro 4880 accepts sheets ranging from 8 × 10 inches to 17 × 22 inches.

Follow these additional guidelines for cut sheet paper:

• You can leave your roll paper on the spindle when you print on cut

sheets; make sure it is removed from the paper path and rolled up.

• Store sheet media on a flat surface in its original package.

• If you need to add paper to the tray, first remove all the paper and then

add to the stack that you removed.

• If you’re using fine art paper or other thick media, you need to load it

manually, as described on page 38.

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