Epson Stylus® Pro 7800/9800
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.
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Contents
Introduction
Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Options and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Macintosh System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Windows System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1 Setting Up the Printer
Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 7800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Unpacking and Assembling the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Mounting the Printer on the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Attaching the Paper Basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 9800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Unpacking and Assembling the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Mounting the Printer on the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Attaching the Basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Installing Ink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Connecting to Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Connecting to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Installing the Software for Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Adding the Printer in Mac OS X 10.4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Adding the Printer in Mac OS X 10.3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Installing the Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Updating Your Printer Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Downloading the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Configuring the Printer for Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
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2 Handling Paper and Other Media
Selecting Media for Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Guidelines for Using Epson Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Using Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Roll Paper Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Loading the Paper onto the Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Placing the Paper in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Removing Paper from the Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Cutting Paper Manually with the Built-in Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Printing Trim Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Using Cut Sheet Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Loading Cut Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Loading Small Cut Sheets or Fine Art Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Printing on Posterboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Adjusting the Platen Gap for Thick or Thin Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Using the Paper Basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Catching Printouts From the Epson Stylus Pro 7800 . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Catching Printouts in Front of the Epson Stylus Pro 9800 . . . . . . . . 72
Catching Printouts Under the Epson Stylus Pro 9800 . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Optimizing the Settings for Your Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Creating Paper Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Printing Your Paper Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Selecting Paper Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
3 Printing with Epson Drivers for Macintosh
Choosing Page Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Choosing Basic Print Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Choosing Color Management Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Choosing Paper Configuration Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Choosing Roll Paper Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Borderless Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Creating a Custom Preset and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Choosing Advanced Black and White Photo Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Managing Print Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Checking Ink Levels and the Maintenance Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
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4 Printing with Epson Drivers for Windows
Choosing Basic Print Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Choosing Paper and Layout Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Choosing Roll Paper Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Borderless Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Choosing Layout Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Choosing Advanced Print Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Choosing Advanced Black and White Photo Settings . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Managing Print Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Using the Progress Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Setting Monitoring Preferences and Optimizing Print Speed . . . . . 115
5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer
Checking Printer Status and Part Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Printing Status Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Viewing Status Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Running the Nozzle Check and Head Cleaning Utilities . . . . . . . . 123
Using the Control Panel Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Manually Checking and Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Running a Power Cleaning Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Aligning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Switching Black Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Draining the Old Ink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Installing the New Black Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Updating the Printer Driver Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Changing the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Using Maintenance Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Replacing the Paper Cutter Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Removing the Old Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Installing the New Cutter Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Replacing the Maintenance Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
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Transporting or Storing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Preparing the Printer for Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Removing the Optional Print Server Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Moving the Printer on the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Setting Up the Printer After Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
6 Solving Problems
Diagnosing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Checking Error Messages and Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Improving Print Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Solving Operational Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Solving Paper Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Fixing Paper Eject Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
A Specifications
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Printer Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Safety Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Cut Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Printable Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
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Introduction
This Printer Guide provides important information on setting up and using
your printer, loading paper, using the Epson
®
printer drivers, 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 Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of procedures for
daily use and printer maintenance—loading paper, replacing ink
cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head,
and using the printer’s menu system. Attach it to your printer for easy
reference.
• The electronic Reference Guide on the CD-ROM provides additional
information about the printer, drivers, and utility software. You can read
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the guide using a web browser, such as Safari,
Netscape
®
Navigator® or Microsoft® Internet Explorer, versions 4.0 or
Mozilla FireFox, or
later.
Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips
Please follow these guidelines as you use 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
Graphics web site at
http://prographics.epson.
com for accessories and
options that are currently
available.
Options and Accessories
Your Epson Stylus® Pro 7800/9800 offers these optional upgrades and
accessories:
Optional equipment
Option Part number
EpsonNet Internal 10/100 BaseTX (Ethernet™) Type-B
Print Server (interface card)
Automatic Take-Up Reel System (Stylus Pro 9800 only) C12C815251
Replacement 44-inch Take-up Reel Core
(Stylus Pro 9800 only)
Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) — 2- or 3-inch
Epson Stylus Pro 7800:
Epson Stylus Pro 9800:
Paper Roller Spindle (High Tension) — 2- or 3-inch
Epson Stylus Pro 7800:
Epson Stylus Pro 9800:
Manual Media Cutting System*
Epson Stylus Pro 7800:
Epson Stylus Pro 9800:
Replacement Manual Cutting Blade (for Manual Media
Cutting System)
One-year extended warranty EPP7898B1
Two-year extended warranty EPP7898B2
C12C824341
C815121
C12C811161
C12C811151
C12C811155
C12C811152
C12C815231
C815182
C815192
* Designed for use with heavy media, which can damage the printer’s built-in
cutter.
In addition, you can order these user-replaceable items:
Consumables and user-replaceable parts
Part Part number
Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank (see page 141) C12C890191
Replacement Printer Cutter Blade (see page 138) C12C815291
Ink Cartridges See page 128 for a
complete listing.
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Tip: If you experience
difficulty with the
toll-free line or your
Unit ID number, call
(562) 276-1305.
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You can purchase optional equipment and genuine Epson ink and paper
from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) or visit www.prographics.epson.com.
In the U.S., you can also purchase online at www.epsonstore.com.
In Canada, you can also purchase at www.epson.ca or 800-807-7766.
Where To Get Help
Epson provides technical support and information on the installation,
configuration, and operation of professional printing products through the
Epson Preferred Protection Plan. Dial (888) 377-6611, 6
Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Support hours and days are subject
to change without notice.
Before you call, make sure you have your Unit ID number, which is
included with the Epson Preferred Protection Plan information that came
with your printer. You’ll also need your printer serial number and proof of
purchase.
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AM to 6 PM,
Epson also provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the World
Wide Web. You can reach Epson Support at http://support.epson.com. 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.
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Macintosh System 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 run the
printer at full speed.
To use your printer in either a stand-alone or peer-to-peer network
environment, your Macintosh
®
system should include the requirements
listed below:
• Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later (10.4 recommended)
• 1.25 GHz or higher processor (G5 recommended)
• At least 1GB of RAM (2GB for Mac OS X 10.4)
• At least 60MB of free hard disk space to install the software, and at least
2GB of free hard disk space for processing files (8GB or more available
hard disk space recommended)
• Quad-speed (4×) or faster CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the
printer software
• For USB connection: a compliant USB 2.0 port and a shielded USB
“AB” cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer), up to 10 feet
long
• For IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connection: a shielded IEEE 1394 cable up
to 10 feet long
• For network connection: the optional Ethernet card (described on
page 10) and a compatible cable
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
• Windows
• For 10/100 Base TX Ethernet connection: Ethernet equipped PC
• At least 1GB of RAM
• At least 100MB of free hard disk space to install the software, and at
®
-compatible PC with a Pentium® IV 2 GHz or higher processor
recommended
®
2000 or XP (Home or Professional)
least 2GB of free hard disk space for processing files (8GB or more
available hard disk space recommended)
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•
Quad-speed (4×) CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer
software
• For USB connection: a Windows-compliant USB 2.0 port and a
shielded USB “AB” cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer),
up to 10 feet long
• For IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connection: a shielded IEEE 1394 cable up
to 10 feet long
• For network connection: the optional Ethernet interface card (described
on page 10) and a compatible cable
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 131 lb (Epson Stylus Pro 7800) or 198 lb
(Epson Stylus Pro 9800) without ink or paper. Make sure you have
sufficient assistance when lifting it. (See page 23 for the 7800 or 32 for
the 9800.)
• When setting up the printer, make sure you have enough space around
it. You may need more space behind the printer if you print on large
sheets of heavy stock or posterboard. (See page 17 for the 7800 or 27 for
the 9800.)
• Place the printer on a flat, stable surface. The 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 the printer away from direct sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
• Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
• Keep the printer away from dusty areas.
• Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily
unplugged.
• Use only the type of power source indicated on the label.
• Use only the power cord that comes with the printer. Use of another
cord may result in fire or electric shock.
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Caution: Always turn
the printer off using the
P Power button. When
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.
•
The printer’s power cord is designed for use with the printer 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 the printer, 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 the printer 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
the printer.
• Do not attempt to service the printer yourself.
• The lamp in this product contains mercury. Please consult your state
and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the
trash.
• 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.
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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.
Caution: Do not use too
much force when you
shake cartridges that
have been previously
installed.
• 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 ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could damage
the print head.
• 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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17
Chapter 1:
Setting Up
the Printer
Caution: Two people are
required to unpack and
set up the printer.
This chapter includes the following information:
• Unpacking and assembly
• Connecting the power cord
• Installing ink
• Connecting to your system
• Connecting to the network
• Installing the printer software
• Updating the printer firmware
Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 7800
Follow these steps to assemble your printer and its stand. If you have the
Epson Stylus Pro 9800, see page 27 instead. Before you begin, make sure
you have sufficient space to set up and use the printer.
The following illustration shows the minimum space required for using the
Epson Stylus Pro 7800:
Note: When choosing a
place for the printer, leave
adequate room for easy
access and ventilation.
Avoid locations subject to
direct sunlight, excessive
heat, moisture, or dust.
Also avoid locations near
potential sources of
interference, such as loud
speakers, cordless
phones, TVs, or air
conditioners.
8 in.
6 in.
24 in.
12 in.
You will also need floor space of approximately 8 × 8 feet to assemble the
printer and stand.
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Unpacking and Assembling the Stand
1. Unpack the stand and make sure you have all these items.
Parts:
Bottom horizontal strut
2 Bases
2 Legs
Top horizontal strut
Tools and Accessories:
2 Hex wrenches
4 Base bolts
4 Basket hooks
6 Hex screws
with washers
2 Collars
Paper basket
2 Strut bolts
2 Wing screws
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Note: Make sure you
tighten all bolts before
moving to the next
section.
2. Insert the right leg into the right base as shown. (Note that the bases are
labeled
L and R.) Use the included hex wrench to fasten the leg with the
two base bolts.
Bolt holes
Underside view of base
showing location of bolt holes
3. Assemble the left leg and base in the same way.
4. Attach the bottom horizontal strut as shown, then fasten it with one
collar and one strut bolt at each end. Make sure the bolts are tight.
Collar
Strut bolt
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5. Attach the top horizontal strut as shown. Use the small hex wrench to
fasten the hex screws.
6. Make sure each part of the stand is tightened securely.
Unpacking the Printer
1. Open the box and remove the roll paper, spindle, polystyrene foam, and
cardboard cushions.
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2. Remove the handles from the sides of the box as shown.
3. Lift the box up and away from the printer. Remove the ink cartridges
and other accessories from the side as shown below.
Note: The printer
includes a Photo Black
cartridge. If you prefer to
use Matte Black, the
Matte Black cartridge can
be purchased separately.
See page 128.
Remove ink
cartridges and
accessories
B
A
4. Make sure you have all the items shown below, in addition to the
printer:
Power cord
Ink cartridges
FireWire cable
Black Ink Conversion Kit
Roll paper and spindle
Spindle adapters
Paper guides
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5. Remove the cardboard panels and other packing materials from around
Mounting the Printer on the Stand
1. Lock the casters and lower the stabilizer knobs to keep the stand from
the printer.
rolling.
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WARNING: Two or more
people are required to lift the
printer.
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2. Have two people lift the printer.
3. Mount the printer on the stand as shown.
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4. Fasten the printer to the stand with the wing screws and washers.
5. Remove any packing tape. Check these areas:
• the front cover
• the ink compartment covers
Note: To prevent paper
jams, don’t place the bolt
back in the printer.
• the maintenance tank (on the right side near the bottom)
6. Open the front cover. Follow the red wire to locate the bolt and bracket
securing the print head. Then unscrew the bolt and remove the bracket
as shown.
Save the bolt and bracket in case you need to ship the printer.
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Attaching the Paper Basket
The paper basket is a cloth sheet that attaches to the printer stand and
catches your prints as they come out.
1. Attach the basket hooks as shown. The free ends of the hooks should
point outward.
2. Snap the basket’s plastic connectors onto the hooks at the rear of the
stand. Make sure the connectors are positioned as shown.
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3. Rotate the front bar once as shown, so the fabric folds around the bar.
4. Snap the connectors onto the front hooks as shown.
5. If you find that your roll paper is curled too tightly to eject properly,
attach the two paper guides to the bottom of the printer. See page 161
for more information.
6. Raise the stabilizer knobs and unlock the casters. Then move the printer
to the place of use. (The casters are meant for moving the printer for
only a short distance.) Lock the casters and extend the stabilizer knobs
after moving.
7. Make sure you save the box and packaging in case you need to ship the
printer.
When you are finished assembling the printer, go to “Connecting the Power
Cord” on page 37.
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Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 9800
WARNING: Two people are
required to unpack the
printer, and four are needed
to set it on the stand.
Note: When choosing a
place for the printer, leave
adequate room for easy
access and ventilation.
Avoid locations subject to
direct sunlight, excessive
heat, moisture, or dust.
Also avoid locations near
potential sources of
interference, such as loud
speakers, cordless
phones, TVs, or air
conditioners.
Follow these steps to assemble your printer and its stand. If you have the
Epson Stylus Pro 7800, see page 17 instead. Before you begin, make sure
you have sufficient space to set up and use the printer.
The following illustration shows the minimum space required for using the
Epson Stylus Pro 9800:
12 in.
24 in.
12 in.
12 in.
You will also need floor space of approximately 13 × 13 feet to assemble the
printer and stand.
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Unpacking and Assembling the Stand
1. Open the box and remove the handles from the sides of the box.
2. Lift the box up, then set it aside.
3. Unpack the stand and make sure you have all these items:
Parts:
Support bar
Base sections
Basket hooks
Tools and Accessories:
Hex wrench
4 Bolts
2 Wing nuts with spring
washers and plain washers
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Paper basket
5 Paper supports
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4. Insert the support bar into one of the base sections as shown. Then
attach it with two bolts using the included wrench.
Leave the bolts a little loose, so that you can adjust the position when
you insert the bolts at the other end.
5. Attach the base section to the other end.
6. Tighten all four bolts securely.
Unpacking the Printer
1. Open the box and remove the roll paper, spindle, polystyrene foam, and
cardboard cushions.
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2. Lift the box up and away from the printer. Remove the ink cartridges
and other accessories from the side as shown below.
Note: The printer
includes a Photo Black
cartridge. If you prefer to
use Matte Black, the
Matte Black cartridge can
be purchased separately.
See page 128.
Remove ink
cartridges and
accessories
B
A
3. Remove the cardboard panels from around the printer.
4. Make sure you have all the items shown below, in addition to the
printer:
Power cord
FireWire cable
Black Ink Conversion Kit
Ink cartridges
Roll paper and spindle
Spindle adapters
Paper guides
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Mounting the Printer on the Stand
1. Lock the two casters to keep the stand from rolling. Then extend the
stabilizer knobs.
Caster lock
Stabilizer knob
2. Orient the printer in relation to the stand as shown:
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3. Using four people, grasp the printer in the four locations as shown, and
WARNING: Do not attempt
to lift the printer with fewer
than four people.
set the printer on the stand:
Top view
4. Fasten the printer to the stand with the wing nuts, spring washers, and
plain washers.
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5. Remove any packing tape from the front cover, ink compartment
covers, and maintenance tank. Check underneath and on the sides of the
printer to make sure you remove all the tape.
6. Open the front cover. Follow the red wire to locate the screw and
bracket securing the print head. Then unscrew the bolt and remove the
bracket, as shown.
Save the bolt and bracket in case you need to ship the printer.
7. Close the front cover.
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8. Raise the stabilizer knobs and unlock the casters. Then move the printer
Attaching the Basket
1. Attach the basket hooks to the upper guides on the left and right sides:
to the place of use. (The casters are meant for moving the printer for
only a short distance.) Lock the casters and extend the stabilizer knobs
after moving.
2. Turn the basket so its seams face downward, and spread it on the floor.
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3. Pass the basket’s rear bar to the back of the printer. Rotate the bar one
revolution so that the fabric folds around the bar. Then insert the plastic
pins into the stand as shown.
4. Slide out the upper basket hooks to their full length. Then hook the
middle bar of the basket as shown.
5. Insert the lower bars into the holes on the bottom of the base as shown.
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6. Hook the paper supports so they hang along the inside of the basket.
Install them in the order indicated below.
7. If you find that your roll paper is curled too tightly to eject properly,
attach the 5 paper guides to the bottom of the printer. See page 161 for
more information.
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Note: The illustrations in
this section and the
following sections show
the Epson Stylus Pro
9800, but the instructions
are the same for the
7800.
Connecting the Power Cord
1. Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the back of the printer.
2. Route the power cord through one of the hooks on the left or right side
as shown.
Caution: Do not use an
outlet that is controlled
by an automatic timer or
wall switch. Otherwise,
you may accidentally shut
off the printer and cause
damage.
3. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
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Installing Ink
Note: The default black
ink cartridge is Photo
Black. If you prefer to use
Matte Black (sold
separately; see
page 128), you can install
the Matte Black cartridge
immediately instead of
installing the supplied
Photo Black cartridge.
Note: You need to be
present during the ink
installation process. Do
not leave the printer
unattended.
Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for initial ink charging.
During the initial installation process, it is normal for up to one-third of the
ink in each cartridge to be used. The cartridges shipped with your printer are
provided mainly to charge the ink system.
1. Press the P Power button to turn on the printer. In a moment,
INSTALL INK CARTRIDGES appears on the LCD display.
2. Press both ink compartment covers to open them. Make sure the ink
levers are in the raised (released) position.
Ink lever
3. Remove each ink cartridge from its package and gently shake the
cartridge.
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4. Install the ink cartridges in the printer.
Hold each cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer, then
insert it into its slot. Make sure you insert each cartridge in the correct
slot, and you see the corresponding ink cartridge icon on the LCD
display.
5. After installing all 8 cartridges, lower the ink levers.
Caution: Charging takes
about 10 minutes. Never
turn off the printer,
release the paper lever, or
open the front cover while
P Power light is
the
flashing, or you may
damage the printer.
The printer begins charging the ink delivery system and the P Power
light flashes.
6. When messages appear on the LCD display, follow the instructions to
raise or lower the ink levers. After ink charging is completed, you need
to load paper so that
READY will appear on the display.
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Note: Epson
recommends the
USB 2.0 or network
connection for the most
reliable performance.
Connecting to Your System
You can use either USB or FireWire connections. Make sure your system has
the appropriate port, and you have a standard, shielded cable 10 feet long or
less.
USB cable (not included) FireWire cable (included)
1. Make sure that both the printer and the computer are off.
2. Plug the interface cable into the appropriate port on the printer.
USB connection
FireWire connection
3. Plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate connector on your
computer.
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Connecting to the Network
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Note: The print server
card is included with the
Professional Edition of
the printer.
Caution: You must
unplug the printer from
the power outlet, or you
may damage the printer
and the card.
If you plan to connect the printer to your network, you need the optional
EpsonNet print server card. The EpsonNet print server is a 10/100 BaseTX
Type-B Ethernet interface card (part number C12C824341).
If the print server card didn’t come with your printer, you can purchase it
from an authorized Epson reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) or visit www.prograpics.epson.com. In
the U.S., you can also purchase online at www.epsonstore.com. In Canada,
you can also purchase at www.epson.ca or 800-807-7766.
Make sure you have the correct cable for connecting the printer. To connect
to a network 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.
Before you install the print server, make sure you check the documentation
included with the card for additional instructions. Then follow these steps to
install the card:
1. Turn off your computer and printer.
2. IMPORTANT: Unplug the printer from its electrical outlet. Not doing
so may cause damage to the printer and the card.
3. Disconnect any interface cables from the printer.
4. Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the
optional interface cover. Then lift off the cover as shown:
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5. Slide the card along the slots inside the compartment. Push it in firmly
6. Use the two screws included with the card to secure it.
Make sure you keep the screws in case you need to remove the card and
replace the cover.
to fully insert the connector into the printer’s internal slot.
7. Connect one end of the appropriate cable to the card. Then connect the
other end to your network hub or to your computer’s Ethernet port.
8. Plug in the printer’s power cord.
Follow the instructions in the next section to install your printer software,
then configure the printer for your network as described on page 53.
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Installing the Software for Macintosh
Note: You can check for a
newer version of your
printer driver on the
Epson support site at
http://support.epson.com.
Follow the steps below to install the software on a Macintosh. For Windows,
see page 48.
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. You see the Epson Installation
Program.
4. Double-click
Printer Driver for Stylus Pro 9800,
Install Printer Driver for Stylus Pro 7800 or Install
have.
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5. Enter your password and follow the on-screen instructions to install
6. Enter your password again and follow the on-screen instructions to
your printer driver.
install the EPSON LFP Remote Panel.
7. Double-click
Install Additional Color Profiles to install the profiles
for your printer.
8. Double-click
Install Reference Guide and wait while the guide is
installed.
9. Do one of the following:
• If you are finished installing software, click Exit.
If you installed the optional EpsonNet print server card,
•
double-click
Install EpsonNet Config. Enter your password and
follow the on-screen instructions. You can use EpsonNet Config to
configure your printer for network use, as described on page 53.
When you see the prompt, click
Restart.
Remove the printer software CD-ROM and follow the instructions on
page 45 for Mac OS X 10.4 or page 46 for Mac OS X 10.3.
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Adding the Printer in Mac OS X 10.4
1. Open the Apple menu, select System Preferences, then open the
Print & Fax Utility.
Click here to add
your printer
Tip: If you want to
rename the printer for
easier identification, enter
a new name for it in the
Name field on this
screen.
2. Click the
+ plus sign. You see your printer in the Printer Browser:
3. Wait while your Macintosh finds the printer driver and the Add button
becomes available. Then click the
Add button.
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4. Close the utility. Go to page 50 to update your printer firmware, if
Your printer appears in the Print & Fax utility:
necessary.
Adding the Printer in Mac OS X 10.3
1. Open the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder and open
the
Printer Setup Utility.
2. If you see a message like this, click
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Add, then skip to step 4.
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3. Click the Add icon at the top of the Printer List window.
4. Pull down the menu and select the connection you are using—either
EPSON USB, EPSON FireWire, or EPSON TCP/IP. The Stylus Pro
7800 or 9800 appears on the screen.
Tip: If you want to
rename the printer for
easier identification,
select the printer name in
the list and click Show
Info. Type a new name
and click Apply Changes.
5. Click your printer name, then click
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6. Go to page 50 to update your printer firmware, if necessary.
Installing the Software for Windows
Follow these steps to install the software for Windows.
1. Make sure your printer is turned off.
You see your printer in the Printer List.
2. Turn on your computer.
3. Insert the printer software CD-ROM in your computer. The installer
starts automatically. If it doesn’t start, double-click
click
Start > My Computer. Then double-click your CD-ROM icon.
My Computer or
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4. Double-click Install Printer Driver for Stylus Pro 7800 or Install
Printer Driver for Stylus Pro 9800,
depending on which printer you
have. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
You see the following window:
5. Press the P Power button to turn on the printer. (Make sure the printer
is connected; see page 40.)
6. Click
Next.
7. When you see a message that driver installation and printer
configuration were completed successfully, click
OK. The EPSON LFP
Remote Panel begins installing.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the EPSON LFP Remote
Panel.
9. Double-click
for your printer. When installation is complete, click
10. Double-click
Install Additional Color Profiles to install the profiles
OK.
Install Reference Guide and wait while the guide is
installed.
11. Do one of the following:
• If you are finished installing software, click Exit.
•
If you installed the optional EpsonNet print server card,
double-click
Install EpsonNet Config. Follow the on-screen
instructions to install the software. You can use EpsonNet Config to
configure your printer for network use, as described on page 53.
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12. Close the installer, then remove the CD-ROM. Go to the next section
Updating Your Printer Firmware
To keep your printer features and functionality up to date, 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 http://support.epson.com in your browser.
2. Choose your printer.
to update the printer firmware, if necessary.
3. Click
4. Choose the version for Macintosh or Windows and follow the
Drivers and Downloads to find the newest firmware.
instructions on the screen, then continue with the instructions in the
next section to upgrade the firmware.
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Note: Although the
illustrations in this
section show Macintosh
screens, the procedure is
the same in Windows.
Tip: For best results, use
a USB connection when
you update the firmware
on your printer.
Note: For more
information on using the
LFP Remote Panel, click
Help to see the electronic
guide.
Updating the Firmware
1. Double-click the firmware file to extract it.
2. Click the
the LFP Remote Panel. Make sure your printer is selected.
EPSON LFP Remote Panel icon on your desktop. You see
3. Click the
Firmware Updater button.
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You see the Firmware Updater window.
Caution: Don’t turn off
the printer while the
firmware is updating.
Note: After you install
the software, you need to
load paper and print a
test image. If the print
quality is satisfactory,
your setup is done. If not,
you may need to align the
print head, as described
on page 126.
4. Make sure your printer is on, its LCD is set to
Ready, and it is
connected to your computer, then choose your printer in the Printer list.
5. Click
6. If the firmware version of the file is newer, click
Browse and find the firmware file that you just downloaded and
extracted. Select the file and click
Choose.
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 and
LFP Remote window.
If you installed the EpsonNet print server card, follow the instructions in the
next section to configure the printer for your network.
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Configuring the Printer for Your Network
Once the printer is connected to your network, follow these steps to
configure it:
1. Turn on the printer and press the small black button on the back of the
card to make sure the configuration page prints.
2. Start the EpsonNet print server software.
The EpsonNet Config program searches for all Epson printers on the
network and displays the MAC address for each printer that it finds, for
example:
3. Highlight the printer that you want to configure and click
Configuration to access the TCP/IP selection screen.
4. If necessary, contact your network administrator to assign an
appropriate IP address. A static address is recommended.
For more information, see the documentation that came with the print
server.
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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
Graphics web site
(http://prographics.epson.
com) or your authorized
Epson dealer.
The Epson Stylus Pro 7800 and 9800 print on a variety of media, including
roll paper and cut sheets up to 44 inches wide (9800) or 24 inches wide
(7800). You can also use heavy stock, such as posterboard up to 59 mil
(1.5 mm) thick.
This chapter includes the following information:
• Selecting media for your printer
• Using roll paper
• Using cut sheet paper
• Using the paper basket
• Optimizing the settings for your paper
Selecting Media for Your Printer
Epson offers a variety of coated, glossy, matte, and fine art paper, as well as
other media, for your printer.
The following table shows the paper sizes you can use:
Supported paper sizes
Roll paper Cut sheets
Epson Stylus
Pro 9800
8 to 44.0 in. wide
(203 to 1118 mm)
Letter size up to 44 in. wide
Epson Stylus
Pro 7800
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)
8 to 24.0 in. wide
(203 to 610 mm)
2 in. core: 4 in. (103 mm)
3 in. core: 6 in. (150 mm)
Letter size up to 24 in. wide
—
Always test samples of paper stock in the printer before purchasing large
quantities or printing large jobs. If you use non-Epson paper or other media,
you may need to adjust various settings and create special paper
configurations. See page 75 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 84 (Mac OS X) or page 101
(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 81
(Mac OS X) or page 107 (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.
• Store sheet media on a flat surface.
Using Roll Paper
You can use roll paper with a 2- or 3-inch core, up to 24 inches wide (7800)
or 44 inches wide (9800). Manually switching rolls is a simple process.
Check the Epson Pro Graphics web site (http://prographics.epson.com) or
your authorized Epson dealer for available media.
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Tip: To avoid wasting
paper, chose , then
turn off the Auto Cut
setting after the printer is
ready (if you don’t want
to have the paper cut
automatically).
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Roll Paper Guidelines
When printing on roll paper, be sure to follow the media handling
guidelines on page 56, as well as these special guidelines for roll paper:
• When storing roll paper, keep it in its original packaging—including the
bag, end caps, and box.
• To avoid feeding excess paper, make sure the Sheet icon does not
appear on the LCD display. Press the l Paper Source button until the
or roll icon appears.
• Choose if you want the paper to be cut automatically after each
page is printed.
• Do not leave roll paper loaded in the printer when it is not in use.
• Choose if you want to print a series of pages and keep them together
for cutting later on.
• Choose if you’re printing on canvas or other heavy media. Media
that is too thick may damage the cutter. Use of Epson’s optional Manual
Media Cutting System is recommended. See page 10 for more
information.
The following media (and other similar materials) may not work with
the built-in cutter:
• Fine art paper (including Epson Textured and UltraSmooth
TM
Fine
Art Paper)
• PremierArt
• Vinyl
• Matte board
• Backlight film
• Heavyweight polyester banner media
• DuPont
• If you’re loading heavy paper, you may need to increase the paper
TM
Water Resistant Canvas for Epson
TM
Semigloss Proofing Paper
suction by pressing the u Paper Feed button.
• For lightweight paper, decrease the suction by pressing the d Paper Feed
button.
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Note: The spindle
accommodates both
2-inch and 3-inch roll
paper cores. To switch
between different size
cores, see page 62.
Avoid touching the
printable surface of
the paper as much as
possible. Oils from
your skin can affect
print quality.
Loading the Paper onto the Spindle
Follow these steps to attach the roll to the spindle:
1. Slide the black paper stop (flange) off the left end of the spindle.
2. Position the roll so the paper unwinds as shown, then slide it onto the
spindle. Make sure it is firmly fixed onto the gray paper stop at the right
end of the spindle.
3. Slide the black paper stop back onto the spindle and insert it into the
end of the roll.
roll.
Make sure it is firmly fixed into the left end of the paper
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Placing the Paper in the Printer
Follow these steps to place the paper in the printer:
1. Open the roll paper cover.
2. Place the roll paper in the printer as shown. (The gray end of the spindle
goes on the right.)
Caution: To avoid
feeding excess paper,
make sure you don’t
when you’re
select
using roll paper.
Caution: Do not release
the paper lever while the
P Power light is flashing,
or you may damage the
printer.
3. Make sure the printer is turned on, then press the l Paper Source
button until the
or icon appears on the LCD display.
4. Make sure the P Power light is not flashing, then release the paper lever.
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5. Feed the paper into the slot.
6. Pull the paper down so it extends all the way through the slot.
If the paper doesn’t come out, you may need to adjust the suction. If
you are loading heavy paper, press the u Paper Feed button to increase
the suction. If you are loading lightweight paper, press the d Paper Feed
button to decrease it. If the paper still doesn’t come out, open the front
cover and pull it out manually.
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Note: Opening the front
cover causes printing to
stop. Do not open the
front cover while printing
is in progress, or your
print quality might be
affected.
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7. Holding the bottom edge of the paper, turn the roll back to remove any
slack. Then align the bottom edge with the horizontal line and the right
edge with the vertical line.
8. Move the paper lever to the locked position, then close the roll paper
cover.
9. Press the Pause button (or wait for 5 seconds). The paper feeds into
printing postion automatically, and
READY appears on the control
panel.
To avoid indenting or creasing the paper, remove it from the paper path and
roll it up when you are not printing.
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Removing Paper from the Spindle
If you need to remove the paper roll from the spindle, follow these
steps:
1. Open the roll paper cover.
2. If the paper is loaded for printing, push the paper lever back to
the released position, then roll up the paper before removing it.
3. Remove the roll paper and spindle from the printer.
4. Set the spindle upright, with the gray end on the floor and the
black end at the top.
5. Slide the black paper stop off the top of the spindle.
6. Remove the roll paper from the spindle.
Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper
You can convert the spindle to accept roll paper with either a 2-inch or
3-inch core by using the spindle adapters. Follow these steps to attach the
adapters for using 3-inch roll paper:
1. Remove the black paper stop from the end of the spindle.
2. Align the arrow marks as shown below and press one of the adapters
onto the gray paper stop until it locks in place. Press the other adapter
onto the black paper stop.
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To remove the adapters, press on the four tabs.
Press tabs to release
Note: A Manual Media
Cutting System is
available for heavy media.
See page 10 for details on
ordering it.
Cutting Paper Manually with the Built-in Cutter
When you’re not using the auto cut setting, you may need to cut the paper
manually by pressing the button after your print job is finished. You can use
the button to cut most types of paper. However, if you’re printing on fine
art paper, canvas, or other heavy media, you should use the Epson Manual
Media Cutting System or scissors rather than the built-in cutter.
See page 57 for a list of media that should not be used with the built-in
cutter.
Follow these steps to cut manually with the built-in cutter:
1. Before you print, press the l Paper Source button until you see the
icon on the LCD display.
2. Run your print job.
3. Press the button. The printer automatically feeds the paper to the
cutter guide.
4. If necessary, adjust the cutting position by pressing the u or d Paper
Feed buttons.
5. Press the l Paper Source button until you see the icon on the
LCD.
6. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds. The paper is cut.
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Printing Trim Lines
You can print trim lines on the right edge of your pages (if you’re using auto
cut) or on the right and bottom edge (if you’re not using auto cut). Follow
these steps:
1. Press the
2. Press the
highlight
3. Press the d button to highlight
4. Press the
5. Press the d button to highlight
6. Press the button to save the setting. An asterisk appears next to
Menu button.
Menu button again to select the Printer Setup menu and
PLATEN GAP.
PAGE LINE.
Menu button.
ON.
ON.
7. Press the Pause button to exit the menu.
You can also specify trim lines from your printer driver software. For
instructions, see page 90 (Mac OS X) or page 105 (Windows).
Using Cut Sheet Paper
You can print on many types of cut sheet paper and other media.
The printer accepts sheets ranging from letter size to 24 inches wide (7800)
or 44 inches wide (9800).
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.
If you’re using stock thicker than 19 mil (0.5 mm), load it as described on
page 67.
If you’re loading small sheets or fine art paper, see page 66.
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C
Loading Cut Sheets
Follow these steps to load cut sheet paper.
1. Make sure the printer is on and the roll paper cover is closed.
2. Press the l Paper Source button until the icon appears on the LCD
display.
Tip: You can also load cut
sheet paper without
releasing the paper lever.
This method is
recommended for small
sheets or fine art paper.
Note: For heavy paper,
you may need to increase
the suction by pressing
u button. This helps
the
hold the paper in place
during loading and
printing.
For lightweight paper,
decrease the suction by
pressing the
d button.
3. Push the paper lever back to the released position.
4. Feed the sheet into the paper slot. Make sure the right and bottom edges
of the paper are straight and aligned with the scale on the printer.
5. Pull the paper lever forward, to the secured position.
aution: To avoid
damaging the printer,
never move the paper
lever during printing, or
while the P Power or
Pause light is flashing.
6. Press the Pause button. The sheet feeds into printing position
automatically and
READY appears on the control panel.
7. Print your page. After it is finished, the sheet stays in the printer.
8. To remove your print, press the button or release the paper lever.
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Loading Small Cut Sheets or Fine Art Paper
You can load paper without releasing the paper lever. This prevents
scratching that might damage fine art paper, and is also easier, especially
when you are loading small sheets.
1. Make sure the printer is on and the roll paper cover is closed.
2. Press the l Paper Source button until the icon appears on the LCD
display.
3. Make sure the paper lever is in the locked position.
4. Feed the sheet into the paper slot. Make sure the right edge of the paper
is straight and aligned with the scale on the roll paper cover.
5. Press the Pause button. The sheet feeds into printing position
automatically and
READY appears on the control panel.
6. Print your page. After it is finished, the sheet stays in the printer.
7. To remove your print, press the button.
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Printing on Posterboard
You can print on Epson Enhanced Matte Posterboard or other heavy stock
up to 30 × 40 inches (9800) or 24 × 30 inches (7800). Follow these
instructions when you print on posterboard or other media more than
19 mil (0.5 mm) thick.
1. Set the paper basket to catch your printouts in front of the printer. See
pages 71 or 72 for instructions.
2. Make sure no other paper is loaded for printing. You can leave roll paper
on the spindle, but make sure you wind it up fully.
3. Press the l Paper Source button until the
icon appears on the LCD
display.
4. Push the paper lever back to the released position.
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5. Open the front cover. (The cover has special tabs that act as paper
supports when the cover is open.)
Note: If you’re using
stock more than
39 inches long, load it
long-edge first, in
landscape orientation
(9800 only).
6. Feed the posterboard into the paper slot until it meets resistance.
7. Align the board with the scale on the roll paper cover.
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8. Pull the paper lever forward, to the locked position. Then close the front
cover.
9. Press the Pause button. The board feeds into printing position
automatically and
READY appears on the control panel.
10. Print your page. After it is finished, the posterboard stays in the printer.
Note: If you notice head
strikes on your prints,
make sure your paper is
flat. If so, try changing the
platen gap setting to
WIDE. If that doesn’t
solve the problem, try
changing it to WIDER.
11. To remove the print, hold it while releasing the paper lever.
Adjusting the Platen Gap for Thick or Thin Paper
When you print on unusually thick or thin paper, you may need to adjust
the platen gap setting.
quality is not satisfactory when using very thin or very thick stock, you may
need to change this setting
1. Press the
2. Press the
highlight
3. Press
Menu button. Printer Setup appears on the LCD display.
Menu button again to select the Printer Setup menu and
PLATEN GAP.
Menu again. STANDARD is highlighted as the current setting.
4. Use the u and d buttons to change the setting. (
default setting; you can also choose
WIDEST.)
5. Press the button to save the setting. An asterisk appears next to the
selected setting.
STANDARD is the default setting. However, if print
. Follow these steps:
STANDARD is the
NARROW, WIDE, WIDER, or
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Caution: To avoid
damaging the printer,
make sure you do not
select the Narrow
setting when you print
on thick media.
Note: When you print on
posterboard, set the
basket to catch printouts
in front of the printer.
6. Press the Pause button to exit the menu.
If you’ve selected a non-standard platen gap, the following symbols appear in
the corner of the display to remind you of the narrow or wide setting:
Widest
Wider
Wide
Narrow
When you switch media, don’t forget to change the setting back to
STANDARD.
If you’re printing on non-Epson media and not using the Epson driver, you
may also need to create a paper configuration to optimize your results. See
page 75 for more information.
Using the Paper Basket
The paper basket attaches to your printer and catches your printouts as they
come out. The basket keeps your printouts from getting dirty or scratched.
You can set it up either to catch the paper under the printer or in front of the
printer. Follow the instructions on page 71 for the Epson Stylus Pro 7800 or
page 72 for the 9800.
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Catching Printouts From the Epson Stylus Pro 7800
To catch printouts in front of the printer, pull the paper basket forward as
shown below. Use this method for posterboard or any prints that are
36 inches or more in length.
To catch printouts under the printer, lift the basket up as shown:
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If the basket is loose, tighten it as shown:
Catching Printouts in Front of the Epson Stylus Pro 9800
Follow the steps below to set up the basket in front of the printer. Use this
method for posterboard or any prints that are 62 inches or more in length.
1. If you are using the paper guides, make sure they are in front of the
basket, as shown below.
2. Slide the upper metal rods all the way in. Then push the lower rods
down, so that they rest on the floor.
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3. Make sure the surface of the basket is taut. If there is any slack, the paper
may not slide properly to the floor.
Catching Printouts Under the Epson Stylus Pro 9800
Follow these steps to catch printouts under the printer:
1. Remove the metal rod from the upper basket hooks.
2. Pull the upper hooks out all the way, and place the metal rod back on
the hooks.
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3. Hook the basket rings on the upper hooks.
4. If you are using the paper guides, squeeze the guides and push them
Note: If printouts on
matte paper have
banding, pull the paper
guides forward.
back as shown:
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Optimizing the Settings for Your Paper
When you choose a media type in your Epson printer software, the driver
automatically determines the best settings for your paper. However, you may
want to fine-tune how the printer handles various media—especially if you
use non-Epson paper or a paper not supported by the driver. Use the paper
configuration settings described on page 75.
You can create a special configuration, or group of settings, for each paper
type (up to ten types) and select the desired configuration whenever you
print on a particular stock.
Creating Paper Configurations
Note: Paper
configurations are needed
only for non-Epson media.
To create a configuration for a specific paper type, make sure the paper you
want to configure is loaded in the printer. Then follow these steps:
1. Press the
PAPER
2. Press
3. Press
Menu button, then press the d button until CUSTOM
is highlighted.
Menu to display PAPER NUMBER.
Menu, then press the u button to select a paper configuration
number (1 to 10). Press the button to save the number setting.
4. Press the l button, then the d button to highlight
Menu, then press the d button to highlight NARROW, STANDARD,
WIDE, or WIDER
. The STANDARD setting is recommended for most
PLATEN GAP. Press
paper types. Press to save the setting.
5. Press the l button, then the d button to highlight
PATTERN
6. Press
.
Menu, then press to print the paper thickness pattern. A
THICKNESS
pattern similar to the following is printed:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Smallest gap
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7. Examine the printed pattern for the most evenly overlapping lines.
Choose the number with the most even lines. In the example shown
above, the lines under number 4 are the most even.
After printing the pattern,
THICKNESS NUMBER is highlighted.
8. Press the d button to select the number that you noted in step 7, then
press .
9. Press the l button, then the d button for the menu options shown
below. Make any adjustments, as needed, and press to save each
setting.
You can also make similar settings using the printer driver software. For
instructions, see page 87 (Mac OS X) or page 111 (Windows).
• CUT METHOD lets you decrease the cutting blade pressure for
thinner media, or adjust the speed for thick media. You may need to
experiment to determine the cleanest cut for your paper.
• PPR FEED ADJUSTMENT helps eliminate banding. Choose a
lower value if you see white lines on your prints, or a higher value if
you see dark lines.
• DRYING TIME lets you print with non-Epson media and
avoid smearing the ink. You can make the print head wait up to
10 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on the page.
• PAPER SUCTION lets you decrease the paper suction level when
printing on thin media (under 12 lb), such as drafting paper or
backlight film.
• M/W ADJ adjusts the intensity of the MicroWeave
®
pattern. This
improves print quality, but lowers printing speed.
10. When done, press the
After you create paper configurations, you can use the
Pause button.
TEST PRINT menu to
print out a list of paper numbers showing the settings for each one.
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Printing Your Paper Configurations
You can print a list showing the settings for all your paper configurations.
This makes it easy to select the configuration you want for a particular type
of paper.
1. Press the r
PRINT.
2. Press the d button until
Menu.
Menu button, then press the d button to highlight TEST
Press Menu again.
CUSTOM PAPER is highlighted, then press
3. Press the button to print your custom paper configurations.
Selecting Paper Configurations
Once you have created a paper configuration, you can select it whenever you
print on that paper:
1. Press the r
CUSTOM PAPER.
2. Press
3. Press
number that you want to use. If you select
the driver settings. If you select a number from 1 to 10, the control
panel settings override the driver settings.
4. Press the button. The configuration number you selected is displayed
on the LCD with an asterisk.
Menu button, then press the d button to highlight
Menu. PAPER NUMBER is highlighted.
Menu, then press the u button to select the configuration
STANDARD, the printer uses
5. Press the
Pause button to exit the menu.
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Chapter 3:
Printing with
Epson Drivers
for Macintosh
Tip: Check the Epson Pro
Graphics website at
http://prographics.epson.
com for updated drivers
and utilities that may
become available.
Your Epson Stylus Pro 7800 or 9800 comes with drivers and utilities that let
you print and manage print jobs. For the best black and white photography
output, the Epson driver offers an Advanced Black and White Photo mode.
ICC profiles for ColorSync
®
features in Adobe
Photoshop® or other applications, or in the driver itself. A
®
are included, so you can use color management
color-managed workflow using Photoshop and a color-calibrated monitor
will give you the most accurate colors and best output from your printer for
color photos.
You can create your own profiles if you have the required hardware and
software, or you can have them created by a color specialist. Make sure any
profiles you want to use are located in the standard folder for your operating
system. When you install the Epson printer driver, the ready-made profiles
are automatically copied to the right folder.
This chapter includes the following information for Mac OS X:
• Choosing page setup settings for cut sheets and roll paper
• Choosing basic print options
• Choosing advanced print options, including color management and
paper configuration settings
• Choosing roll paper options
• Creating a custom preset and printing
• Choosing advanced black and white photo settings
• Managing print jobs
• Checking printer status
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Choosing Page Setup Options
Before you print, make sure you have installed the Epson printer driver and
utilities from the CD-ROM. You also need to configure your connection
and set up the printer in the Printer Setup Utility. For instructions on
Note: Many application
settings override the
printer’s page setup
options. Always verify
settings to get the results
you expect.
If you need more
information about print
options, click the Help
button.
installing and configuring the printer driver, see page 43.
Page Setup options let you choose from several options for printing on cut
sheets or roll paper. You can also select the orientation of your image and the
paper size. For printing on roll media, creating a custom page size is
recommended to make the best use of your paper.
1. Open the file you want to print and select
application. You see this screen:
Page Setup in your
Select your printer
Note: If your application
has margin settings,
make sure they’re turned
off for borderless printing.
2. Open the
Format for drop-down menu and select your printer.
Note the following limitations on borderless printing:
• Borderless printing takes longer than normal printing.
• Margins are required at the top and bottom of the page on cut
sheets. Full borderless printing is available on roll paper only.
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3. Click the Paper Size drop-down menu.
• If you’re printing on a cut sheet, choose the size of the paper you are
using and one of the options listed below. Then continue with
step 7.
• If you’re using roll paper, Epson recommends that you create a
custom paper size to make the best use of your paper. See page 82
for instructions.
Select the paper size,
then choose the setting
The following settings are available, depending on the size you choose:
• The standard size setting prints on cut sheet paper with a bottom
margin larger than the top and sides.
•Maximum reduces the bottom margin (available for printing on
plain paper sheets only).
• Borderless (Auto Expand) prints on cut sheets and enlarges your
image (up to 3%) to fit the width of the paper (without side
borders).
• Borderless (Retain Size) prints your image at the size you specify
in your application. You need to size it slightly wider than the paper
width to print without side borders.
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• Roll Paper - Banner
prints a series of continuous images without
any margin space between them, but with normal side borders.
• Roll Paper - Borderless (Auto Expand) prints without borders on
roll paper and enlarges your image (up to 3%) to fit the size of the
paper. This selection is recommended for borderless printing with
minimal clipping of your image. See page 90 for more information.
• Roll Paper - Borderless (Retain Size) prints your image on roll
paper at the size you specify in your application. You need to size it
slightly wider than the paper width to print without borders. See
page 90 for more information.
• Roll Paper - Borderless Banner prints a series of continuous
borderless images without space between them.
• Roll Paper prints on roll paper with the standard printable area.
4. If you are printing on roll paper, choose
Paper Size menu. (If you are printing on a cut sheet, skip to step 7.)
the
In Mac OS X 10.3, choose
Custom Paper Size from the Settings
Manage Custom Sizes from
menu.
Note: If you’re printing on
roll paper, make sure you
set the bottom margin to
0.55 inch or less. To
center your image on the
page, make the top and
bottom margins the same.
Click to create a
custom page size
5. Click the
and margins. Then click
In Mac OS X 10.3, click
6. Select
+ (plus sign), give your paper size a name, and define its size
OK.
New instead of +, and Save instead of OK.
Page Attributes from the Settings drop-down menu if necessary.
Select your new paper size from the
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7. Choose the appropriate Orientation and Scale for printing.
8. Click
OK. Then continue with the instructions in the next section to
select additional settings for printing.
Choosing Basic Print Options
Once you have selected your page setup options, you need to select printing
options. The Epson driver offers automatic settings that optimize print
quality and speed when you’re using Epson media. You can also choose
advanced settings for more control over your printer and color management
options, as described on page 87.
1. Select
Print in your application. You see the screen shown below:
Select your
printer
2. Choose your printer from the Printer menu.
3. Select
Print Settings from the Copies & Pages drop-down menu.
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You see this screen:
Note: Check the web site
(http://prographics.
epson.com) or your
authorized Epson dealer
for other media that may
be available.
4. Select the
Media Type that corresponds to the paper you are printing
on. If you are using a color-managed workflow, make sure you choose
media type and resolution settings that match the ICC profile you are
using.
The settings followed by
are 17 inches wide or wider. Choose a setting without the
(250) are for roll paper or selected sheets that
(250)
designation when you print on smaller sheets. For PremierArt Water
Resistant Canvas for Epson, choose the
White
setting.
Watercolor Paper - Radiant
If your paper is not listed, check the instructions included with the
paper, or look on the Epson web site (http://prographics.epson.com). If
you are using non-Epson paper, consult the manufacturer for the best
setting. You may have to experiment with different settings to determine
which one is best for the media you’re using.
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5. For the Color setting, select Color for any type of photographic
printing. Choose
Advanced B&W Photo if you are printing black and
white photos using this unique printer technology on select paper types.
See page 94 for more information. (For paper types that don’t support
this option, print black and white photos with the
Black only if you’re printing line drawings or other
Select
Color setting.)
non-photographic images.
6. Set the
• Click Automatic to have the printer driver analyze the contents of
Mode option as follows:
your image or file and make the appropriate printing adjustments. If
a
Quality/Speed slider appears, set it according to the priorities of
your print job.
You can choose one of the mode settings shown at the left in the
drop-down menu:
The
EPSON Vivid setting produces vivid blue and green tones in
printouts. Because this setting reproduces blue and green tones that
cannot be displayed by your monitor, your printouts may differ
from the screen images when this option is selected.
Charts and Graphs setting intensifies colors and lightens the
The
midtones and highlights of an image. Use this setting for
presentation graphics, such as charts and graphs.
The
EPSON Standard (sRGB) setting increases the contrast in
images. Use this setting for color photographs.
The
Adobe RGB setting matches image colors to the Adobe RGB
color standard.
• Click Custom to choose one of the settings shown at the left in the
drop-down menu.
The
Advanced Photo setting lets you print at 2880 dpi, the
highest resolution available.
The
ColorSync setting applies color management based on the
printer’s ICC profile, using the perceptual rendering intent. In most
cases, you will get better results by applying color management in
your application, rather than in the printer driver.
• Click Advanced Settings to access additional options, as described
on the following page.
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7. Choose one of the following Print Quality settings:
Note: The Print Quality
settings available depend
on the Media Type you
selected. Choose lower
print quality for faster
printing, or SuperPhoto 2880dpi for best quality.
•Draft
• Normal - 360dpi
• Fine - 720dpi
• SuperFine - 1440dpi
• SuperPhoto - 2880dpi
8. Choose any of the following:
• High Speed for fast, bidirectional printing. For higher quality,
make sure you deselect this option.
• Flip Horizontal for printing a mirror image of your file.
• Finest Detail for sharper edges on vector-based data including text,
graphics, and line art. (This setting does not affect photographs.)
Continue with the instructions in the next section to select color
management settings. If you are using the color management settings in
Photoshop or another application, it is very important to turn off color
management in the printer driver, as described on page 87.
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Choosing Color Management Options
Follow these instructions to use color management in the printer driver.
1. Select
click
Printer Color Management from the drop-down menu, then
Advanced Settings. You see this screen:
2. Select one of the following settings:
• Color Controls to choose from four Color Adjustment modes and
from three Gamma settings. Click the arrow next to
Settings
to specify individual values for brightness, contrast,
Advanced
saturation, and CMY inks.
• ColorSync for mapping colors to your printer’s profile. In most
cases, you will get better results by applying color management in
your application, rather than in the printer driver. If you choose this
setting, you can choose ColorSync from the drop-down menu and
choose filters or other settings.
• (Off) No Color Adjustment to disable color management in the
printer driver. Choose this mode when you use a color-managed
ICC workflow in Photoshop or other software applications.
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Choosing Paper Configuration Options
Follow these instructions if you are using non-Epson media and you need to
fine-tune its performance.
Note: You may need to
change the Color Density
setting if your custom
color profile was created
to optimize D-max and
color gamut.
1. Select
Paper Configuration from the drop-down menu. You see this
screen:
2. Select the correct settings to match your ICC profile. These settings
override any paper configuration settings you may have made using the
printer’s control panel.
• Color Density lets you control the ink saturation level.
• Drying Time per Print Head Pass lets you print with non-Epson
media and avoid smearing the ink. You can make the print head
wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on the page.
• Paper Feed Adjustment helps reduce banding. Choose a lower
value if you see white lines on your prints, or a higher value if you
see dark lines.
• Paper Thickness helps reduce vertical banding and creates a
sharper image when printing on unusually thick or thin paper.
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• Paper Suction
lets you decrease the paper suction level when
printing on thinner papers (less than 12 lb), such as CAD drafting
paper.
• Cut Method decreases the cutting blade pressure for thinner media,
or adjusts the speed for thick media. You may need to experiment to
determine the best setting for your paper.
• Platen Gap lets you fine-tune the setting for various paper
thicknesses.
Choosing Roll Paper Options
If you are printing on roll paper, make sure you choose one of the roll paper
options as the
need to check these settings for various cutting and feeding options.
1. Select
screen:
Paper Size setting, as described on page 80. In addition, you
Roll Paper Option from the drop-down menu. You see this
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2. Choose one of the following Auto Cut settings:
•Normal Cut allows margin space at the top and bottom of each
image.
• Double Cut extends the space between the images and trims each
print individually. This provides the cleanest edge for borderless
printing.
• Single Cut causes the images to be printed end-to-end and saves
paper. With borderless printing, you may see a sliver of the previous
or next image.
•Off disables automatic cutting. Choose this setting if you want to
operate the cutter manually, print multiple print jobs without
cutting, or if you are printing on heavy media that must be cut by
hand.
See page 63 for instructions on using the button to operate the
cutter. See page 57 for a list of media that are not recommended for
use with the built-in cutter.
Note: These settings
override settings made
through the control panel.
3. Select either of the following options:
• Print Page Line prints trim lines on the right and bottom edges of
your pages.
• Save Roll Paper saves paper by not feeding the blank portion of
the last page of your document. Available only when you’ve selected
Roll Paper (Banner) as the Paper Source.
Borderless Printing
For true borderless printing on roll paper, you can select either Auto
Expand
page 82. Your image may be clipped on the left and right edges, but you can
minimize clipping by sizing your image according to the page width and by
adjusting the length.
For either setting, you should add 0.1 inch to the length of your custom size.
or Retain Size and create a custom paper size, as described on
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The Auto Expand setting provides the best solution for borderless printing
with minimal image clipping. Using this setting, you can create a custom
paper width equal to the width of the roll media. If you use the Retain Size
setting, you should create a custom paper width slightly wider than the
actual width of the media.
The following table shows recommended image widths (in inches) for
borderless printing using either the Auto Expand (Standard) or Retain Size
setting:
Recommended image widths (in inches) for borderless printing
Roll
paper
width
8.3 8.06 8.35 8.3
10 9.7075 10.34 10.23
12* 11.8 12.34 12.23
14* 13.8 14.34 14.23
16 15.8 16.34 16.23
17 16.8 17.34 17.23
Image width
(with Auto Expand)
Image width
(with Retain Size)
Custom Paper Size
(for Retain Size only)
24 23.8 24.25 24.23
36 35.8 36.25 36.23
44 43.8 44.25 44.23
* Non-Epson roll media widths
Make sure you set the margins to zero when printing a custom page size for
borderless printing.
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To control the amount of expansion (with the Auto Expand setting), select
Expansion from the drop-down menu. You see this screen:
Adjust the slider to increase or decrease the amount of expansion.
The widths shown in the table on page 91 work with the Standard
Expansion setting. If you use the slider to adjust the amount of expansion,
you can calculate the image width as follows:
• Using the Min setting, subtract 0.125 inch from the media width to
determine the image width.
• Using the Max setting, subtract 0.415 inch from the media width to
determine the image width.
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Note: If you check the
settings on each screen
in the drop-down menu,
go through them carefully
from top to bottom.
Avoid cycling through
them repeatedly, or you
may lose your settings.
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Creating a Custom Preset and Printing
Once you’ve made the correct settings for your print job, create a
custom preset. This will save you time when you use the same
profile/printer/ink/media combination for future print jobs.
1. Select
2. After verifying that your settings are correct, select
Summary from the drop-down menu.
Save As from the
Presets drop-down menu.
You see the following:
Caution: Do not open
and close the Presets
menu without typing a
name, or you will lose
your settings.
3. Type a name, and click
4. When you’re ready to print, click the
OK.
Print button.
See page 96 for instructions on monitoring your print job.
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Choosing Advanced Black and White Photo Settings
Advanced Black and White Photo mode allows you to easily produce neutral
and toned black-and-white prints using your Epson driver. This mode offers
an alternative black and white workflow with settings for more advanced
control.
Whether your photo is color or grayscale, you can use this unique screening
and color management technology to create stunning black-and-white
prints. This mode is only available when printing on certain media types.
Note: If you are printing
from Photoshop, make
sure you do not use
Photoshop’s color
management settings
when using Advanced
Black and White Photo
mode. There are no
profiles associated with
this screening and color
management technology.
Note: If Advanced Black
and White Photo is not
available for your media
type, you may need to
change your black ink
cartridge. See page 132
for more information.
1. Select
Print Settings from the drop-down menu. You see this screen:
2. Choose the Media Type setting for the paper you have loaded in the
printer.
3. Choose
4. Uncheck
Advanced B&W Photo for the Color setting.
High Speed for the best quality.
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5. Select Printer Color Management from the drop-down menu. You see
this screen:
6. Choose the settings that are best for your photo. You can use the photo
on the screen as a guide.
• Color Toning allows you to add tone (hue) to your black and white
output. The default is Neutral, which will provide you with a
neutral tonal scale print. You can also choose other popular presets
such as Cool, Warm, and Sepia. Note that the presets will affect the
target found in the tone color circle.
•Tone allows you to easily change the entire tonal scale of your black
and white output. While
better results if you choose
• Brightness adjusts the overall lightness and darkness of your image.
• Contrast adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of
Darker is the default setting, you may see
Dark.
your image.
• Shadow and Highlight Tonality allow you to control tonality only
in the shadow or highlight areas of your image.
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• Max Optical Density
adjusts the overall density or focus of the
print. Create a soft focus print by setting the density lower.
• Highlight Point Shift helps to reduce gloss differential by adding
density to the highlights of your image.
• The tone color circle adjusts the hue of your black and white 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 will add.
• Preview approximates the image tone based on your settings. Note
that this preview always shows the same image and is not color
managed. It provides a level of feedback as you make changes.
Managing Print Jobs
After you click Print, you can monitor the progress of your print job using
the Print Center. Follow these steps:
1. Click the icon for your printer or
necessary, double-click your printer (and print queue) name. You see a
screen like this:
Print Center icon on the Dock. If
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Note: You can also
cancel a print job by
pressing the Pause
button on the printer and
holding it for at least 3
seconds.
2. From here you can monitor the progress of your print job or do one of
the following:
• Click the print job, then click Delete to cancel the job
• Click the print job, then click Hold to pause printing
• Click a print job marked “Hold” and click Resume to resume
printing
3. When you’re finished, close the print job window, then close your
printer window or the Print Center window.
Checking Ink Levels and the Maintenance Tank
The Epson Printer Utility lets you check the levels of ink in the printer and
the level of the maintenance tank (7800) or tanks (9800). You can also run
maintenance utilities from this screen. See pages 122 to 123 for instructions.
1. Double-click the
2. Double-click
3. Select your printer and click
menu:
Applications folder on your hard drive.
EPSON Printer Utility.
OK. You see the Epson Printer Utility
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4. Click the EPSON StatusMonitor icon.
The software checks the amount of ink in the printer and maintenance
tank(s) and displays the StatusMonitor window:
5. To recheck the ink levels, click the
Monitor, click
OK.
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Update button. To close the Status
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Tip: Check the Epson Pro
Graphics website at
http://prographics.epson.
com for updated drivers
and utilities that may
become available.
Your Stylus Pro 7800 or 9800 comes with drivers and utilities that let you
print and manage print jobs. For the best black and white photography
output, the Epson printer driver offers Advanced Black and White Photo
mode.
ICC profiles are included, so you can use the color management features in
Adobe Photoshop or other applications, or in the driver itself. A
color-managed workflow using Photoshop and a color-calibrated monitor
will give you the most accurate colors and best output from your printer for
color photos.
You can create your own profiles if you have the required hardware and
software, or you can have them created by a color specialist. Make sure any
profiles you want to use are located in the standard folder for your operating
system. When you install the Epson printer driver, the ready-made profiles
are automatically copied to the right folder.
This chapter includes the following information:
• Choosing basic print options
• Choosing paper and layout options
• Choosing advanced print options
• Managing print jobs
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Choosing Basic Print Options
Before you print, you need to set basic printing properties. Make sure you
have installed the Epson driver and utilities from the CD-ROM.
The driver offers automatic settings that optimize print quality and speed
when you’re using Epson media. You can also choose advanced settings for
more control over your printer and color management options, as described
on page 110.
Follow these steps to make basic settings:
Note: If you need more
information about print
options, you can click
the Help button on
any screen.
1. Start an application, open the file you want to print, and select
your application. You see the Print window.
2. Make sure your printer is selected, then click the
Or, if you see a
Then click
Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it instead.
Properties on the next screen. You see a window like the
Properties button.
following:
This box shows
you the current
settings, but you
can’t change
them from here
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