Epson Stylus Color Pro User Setup Information
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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.
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
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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
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Department of Communications.
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Printer Parts
tray
output
interface
interface
ink cartridge
clamps
paper
thickness lever
Control Panel
Operate button
Contents
lntroduction
Optional Interfaces
Getting the Most Out of Your Printer
Three Resolutions to Choose From
Special Papers
Specially Formulated Ink
If You Are New to Color Printing
Where to Get Help
Electronic Support Services
Important Safety Instructions
Chapter 1
Installing the Printer
System Requirements
Guidelines for Connecting the Printer
Setting Up the Printer
Choosing a Location
Unpacking the Printer
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Attaching the Paper Tray and Output Tray
Plugging In and Turning On the Printer
Installing the Ink Cartridges
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Checking the Paper Thickness Lever
Loading Paper
Testing the Printer
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Connecting the Printer to Your Macintosh
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Chapter 2
Installing the Macintosh Printer Driver
Assigning a Name to the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Chooser to Select the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing and Using the Printer Driver
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Selecting the Network Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .............................. 2-6
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Using the Macintosh Printer Driver
Accessing the Driver
Color /Halftone Setting
Print Settings
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Visual Effects Settings
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Selecting Paper Size and Orientation Using Page Setup
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Chapter 3 Using the Printer Driver Utilities
Managing Print Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Calibrating the Printer with Bi-D Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
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The EPSON®Stylus® Pro and Stylus Pro XL are high-quality
ink jet printers. They operate quietly and can print up to
16 million colors at a resolution of 720 x 720 dpi to produce
full-color, photo-quality images. The printers also produce
realistic grayscale images, sharp text, and line art.
The Stylus Pro and Pro XL are identical except that the Pro XL
has a wide carriage that can print on oversized paper up to
13 x 19 inches. Operation of the two printers is identical, except
where noted in this manual.
Your printer is easy to install and use. You simply set it up,
connect it to your Apple@ Macintosh,@ and install the Macintosh
printer driver, as described in this book.
The printer has built-in parallel and serial interfaces, so you can
connect it to a Macintosh or an IBM
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PC compatible. You can
even connect both simultaneously; the printer automatically
switches between interfaces as it receives print data.
Note:
For
instructions on using the printer with a PC, see the
Setup and Software Guide for Windows.@
This manual explains how to do the following:
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Set up your printer, load plain paper, connect it to your
Macintosh, and test it. See Chapter 1 to begin.
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Install and use the printer driver to print your documents.
See Chapter 2 for step-by-step instructions.
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Manage your print jobs and calibrate the printer using the
utilities that came with the printer driver; see Chapter 3.
Introduction 2
After you install the printer driver, select the ReadMe 1st icon
in the Driver Disk window for the latest information about
your printer.
Refer to the
maintaining your printer, as well as for troubleshooting
guidelines and technical specifications.
Reference
Guide for instructions on operating and
Optional Interfaces
You can supplement the capabilities of your printer’s built-in
hardware interfaces by installing an optional interface card. For
example, if you want to connect your printer to an AppleTalk@
or EtherTalk™ network, you need to install a LocalTalk@ or
Ethernet@ interface card. For information on installing and
using an interface card, see Appendix A of the Reference Guide.
Getting the Most Out of Your Printer
The printer supports a wide variety of settings that let you
improve print quality or speed up printing. You can customize
these settings with the printer driver to produce a variety of
image types with EPSON’s specially formulated inks and
papers.
Three Resolutions to Choose From
For printed images, resolution is measured in dots per inch
(dpi). Your printer has three resolutions, or printing modes:
720 dpi, 360 dpi, and 180 dpi. The higher the resolution, the
more detailed and realistic the image, and the longer it takes to
print.
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Use 720 dpi for the best possible images. For high-quality
images in less time, use 360 dpi. When speed is important and
draft quality is good enough, use 180 dpi. For guidelines on
selecting the best resolution for your print jobs, see Chapter 2.
Special Papers
The type of paper you use is very important. Although you get
good results with plain bond paper, you will get better results
by using coated papers because they do not absorb as much ink.
To ensure the best possible quality, EPSON offers special
coated papers, glossy papers, and transparencies that are
formulated specifically for the inks used by the printer. You
can order these products directly from EPSON Accessories
at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only). For more information
about special papers and other media, see Chapter 1 of the
Reference Guide.
Specially Formulated Ink
EPSON’s black and color ink cartridges are specially
formulated to work with EPSON papers and the printer driver
to deliver the best looking images. Always use genuine EPSON
ink cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause
damage not covered by EPSON’s warranty.
Make sure you use ink cartridges within six months of
installing them and before the expiration date on the package.
Introduction 3
If You Are New to Color Printing
Color printing with the EPSON Stylus Pro or Pro XL produces
amazing images, whether you print text, graphics, line
drawings, photographs, or documents containing many
different image types. However you use your color printer,
keep the following in mind:
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You need to leave a large amount of hard disk drive space
free to make room for your color images. A full-page color
photographic image, for example, may require as much as
40MB of disk space, and sometimes even more, depending
on the resolution. To reduce the file size, you can decrease
the size and resolution of your images using your printer
driver and application software.
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Color printing takes time because of the complex
processing required to create a color image. How much
time depends on the size and type of your image, the
resolution you use, the speed of your computer, and the
interface type. (Serial printing takes longer than parallel
printing.)
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Your screen colors will not exactly match the printed colors
because your monitor screen and the printer use different
methods to produce the colors you see. If you scan images
using a scanner, the image goes through another
interpretive process that also affects the color.
Monitors and scanners produce colors by combining red,
green, and blue-the RGB method. Your monitor can
produce up to 16 million colors by turning on and off the
tiny red, green, and blue phosphors contained in each pixel
on the screen. Colors produced this way differ from colors
produced by your printer’s cyan, magenta, yellow, and
black (K) ink colors-the CMYK method.
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Your printer driver settings help you closely match colors as
appropriate for your image type, resolution, and paper.
If you use a scanner, make sure your scanning software is
set to the correct setting for ink jet printers to help you
match colors. Also, your application may include image
editing capabilities that let you adjust the colors.
If you need extreme precision in matching colors, you can
use a color calibration system available with many software
applications.
Where to Get Help
If you purchased your printer in the United States or Canada
and you need technical assistance, you can call an EPSON
Color Specialist at one of the following numbers:
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For the EPSON Stylus Pro: (800) 788-0343
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For the EPSON Stylus Pro XL: (800) 667-0664.
EPSON also provides customer support and service through a
network of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers and
provides the following services when you dial (800)
922-8911:
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EPSON technical information library fax service
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Product literature on current and new products
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Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized EPSON
Reseller or Customer Care Center
Technical information on the installation, configuration,
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and operation of EPSON products
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Customer relations.
Introduction 5
You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, parts, printed
manuals, and accessories for EPSON products from EPSON
Accessories at
(8OO)BUY-EPSON.
If you purchased your printer outside the United States or
Canada, contact your EPSON dealer or the marketing location
nearest you for customer support and service.
If you need help with any software program you are using, see
that program’s documentation for technical support information.
(800) 873-7766
(U.S. sales only). In Canada, call
Electronic Support Services
If you have a modem, the fastest way to access helpful tips,
specifications, drivers, application notes, tables for DIP switch
or jumper settings, and bulletins for EPSON products is
through the online services below.
EPSON Bulletin Board Service
You can call the EPSON Bulletin Board Service (BBS) at
(310) 782-4531. No
communications software is set to 8 data bits with 1 stop bit,
no parity bit, and a modem speed up to 28.8 Kbps. See the
documentation that came with your communications software
for more information.
membership is required. Make sure your
CompuServe online support
CompuServe®members can call the Epson America Forum
on CompuServe. If you are already a member, simply type
GO EPSON at the prompt to reach the Epson America Forum.
If you are not currently a member of CompuServe, you are
eligible for a free introductory membership as an owner of an
EPSON product. This membership entitles you to:
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An introductory credit on CompuServe
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Your own user ID and password
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A complimentary subscription to
CompuServe’s monthly publication.
CompuServe Magazine,
To take advantage of this offer, call (800)
States and Canada and ask for representative #529. In other
countries, call the following U.S. telephone number:
(614) 529-1611,
World Wide Web site
If you are connected to the Internet and have a Web browser,
you can access EPSON’s World Wide Web site at
http://www.epson.com. EPSON’s home page links users to
What’s New, EPSON Products, EPSON Connections” Corporate
Info and EPSON Contacts. Link to the EPSON Connection for
the latest drivers and FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and
the EPSON Chat area. To get in touch with EPSON around the
world, EPSON Contacts includes Contact Information for local
EPSON subsidiaries.
or your local CompuServe access number.
848-8199
in the United
Important Safety Instructions
before using your printer, read the following safety
instructions to make sure you use the printer safely and
effectively.
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Turn off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with
a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the printer.
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Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a
radiator or heat register.
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Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet
or insert objects through the slots.
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Use only the type of power source indicated on the
printer’s label.
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Connect all equipment to properly grounded power
outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as
photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch
on and off.
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Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed.
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If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the
total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the
extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating.
Also, make sure the total of all devices plugged into the
wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
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Except as specifically explained in the
Reference Guide,
do
not attempt to service the printer yourself.
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Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered
the printer; if the printer has been dropped or the cabinet
damaged; if the printer does not operate normally or
exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
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Chapter 1
Installing the Printer
This chapter defines the system requirements you’ll need to
use the printer and explains how to set up your printer and
connect it to your Macintosh.
System Requirements
To use your printer with a Macintosh, it is recommended that
you have the following:
Any Macintosh or Power Macintosh model except the
Macintosh +, Macintosh 512, or Macintosh PowerBook™ 100
System 7.1 or later
At least 8MB of available system RAM
A hard disk with a minimum of 40MB of unused space to
store and print color images; 100MB of available space is
recommended. The amount of space you need depends on
the number and size of your color images.
A standard Apple System/Peripheral-8 cable (part number
M0197) or equivalent (RS-422,8-pin, mini DIN male/male).
To connect the printer to a network, you also need the optional
LocalTalk or Ethernet interface card. To order either one,
contact your dealer or call EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766
(U.S. sales only). In Canada, call (800) BUY-EPSON.
Installing the Printer
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Guidelines for Connecting the Printer
You can connect the printer to your Macintosh in one of two
ways:
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Use the built-in serial interface to directly connect the
printer to a single Macintosh.
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Install the optional LocalTalk or Ethernet interface card and
connect the printer to an AppleTalk or EtherTalk network.
The installation procedure differs, depending on whether you
are using the serial interface or one of the optional network
interfaces.
If you are using the printer’s built-in serial interface to connect
it to a single Macintosh, do the following:
1.
Set up the printer as described in “Setting Up the Printer,”
below.
2.
Obtain a standard Apple System/Peripheral-8 cable and
connect the printer to your Macintosh. See “Connecting the
Printer to Your Macintosh” on page l-16 for instructions.
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Install the printer driver as described in Chapter 2.
3.
4.
Use the Chooser to select the printer. You cannot send a
print job to the printer unless it is selected in the Chooser.
See “Using the Chooser to Select the Printer” in Chapter 2
for instructions.
5.
Calibrate the printer to ensure that vertical lines are aligned,
as described in Chapter 3.
lnstalling the Printer
If you are connecting the printer to an AppleTalk or EtherTalk
network, you need to do the following:
1.
Install the optional LocalTalk or Ethernet interface card
and connect it to the network. See Appendix A of the
Reference Guide.
2.
Set up the printer as described in “Setting Up the Printer,”
below.
3.
Install the printer driver as described in Chapter 2.
4. Assign a name to the printer using the EPSON Namer. See
“Assigning a Name to the Printer” in Chapter 2.
5.
Use the Chooser to select the printer and select the network
type in the Control Panels. See “Using the Chooser to
Select the Printer” and “Selecting the Network Type” in
Chapter 2 for instructions.
6.
Calibrate the printer to ensure that vertical lines are aligned,
as described in Chapter 3.
Setting Up the Printer
This section explains how to set up your printer before you
connect it to your computer. If you need to install an optional
interface, see Appendix A of the
Reference Guide
Installing the Printer
first.
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