Unique driver technology taking full advantage of our three-level black system to
produce professional black-and-white prints from color or grayscale image files
Unique Epson screening technology developed specifically for exhibitionquality black-and-white prints
Produces a truly consistent image with no color crossover or color cast
Create sellable quality, neutral and toned, black-and-white prints from a single ink set
Extreme color gamut especially within the blue and purple ranges
Improves overall black density for significantly richer blacks
Superior color and clarity, with an almost three-dimensional look that
goes beyond what a traditional, silver halide photograph can produce
Tea Rose by Howard Schatz
from Botanica (Bulfinch Press, 2007)
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Epson is never fully satisfied with the printing technology we introduce.
We never stop thinking. We never stop experimenting. And after we’ve
finally developed the best printing technology possible, we pushed
ourselves to make it even better.
Introducing the new Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and
Epson Stylus Pro 9880.
A true evolution of our past-generation of photographic printing technology,
our latest 24-inch (Epson Stylus Pro 7880) and 44- inch (Epson Stylus Pro
9880) professional wide-format printers incorporate forward-thinking
designs, with a newly enhanced 8-color ink technolog y, resulting in a final
print of uncompromising quality.
Epson UltraChrome K3
™
is the standard by which all other professionallevel ink technologies are judged. Now enhanced with our breakthrough
new Vivid Magenta pigments, our newest-generation ink technology requires
only eight colors, including a three-level black technology, to significantly
raise the quality levels for professional color and black-and - white prints.
Imagine producing archival prints with amazing color fidelity, gloss level,
and scratch resistance, while providing consistently stable colors that
significantly outperform lesser ink technologies. Imagine producing
professional neutral and toned black-and - white prints with even higher
density levels, along with virtually no metamerism or bronzing.
With an even higher level of ink droplet accuracy, we’ve developed an allnew MicroPiezo
®
AMC™print head, along with an all- new ink repelling coating
technology for reduced nozzle clogging. And, when combined with our
new Epson AccuPhoto
™
HD screening technology,at an astonishing
resolution of 2880x1440 dpi, Epson has once again raised the level of
image quality – even exceeding our previous best.
Capable of handling virtually any media type, in roll or cut-sheet, up to
24-inch or 44-inch wide, Epson sets the standard for professional media use.
Whether you’re producing sellable color or black-and- white photog raphy,
fine art reproduction, or producing color accurate proofs for client approvals,
never before have Creative Professionals had such a powerful tool, allowing
them to produce their vision without compromise.
Our latest wide-format printers continue to represent a level of technology
unprecedented in Epson’s history. Combining the extreme precision of an
Epson Stylus Pro print engine, along with the extraordinary performance
of our latest Epson UltraChrome K3 ink technology, Epson continues to
redefine the future of wide-format printing.
AN EVOLUTION CONTI N UES.
Latest Generation Print Head Technology
All New 8-channel Print Head with Ink Repelling
Coating Technolog y
Print head design capable of handling eight separate ink channels
1-inch wide high-performance print head with 180 nozzles
per channel
All-new ink repelling coating for reduced nozzle clogging
All New Epson AccuPhoto HD Screening Technology
Radical screening algorithm resulting in prints with superior
color and clarity
Maximum resolution of 2880 x1440 dpi for incredibly sharp
text and line art
Extremely accurate fine blends and photographic transitions
Variable-sized Droplet with AMC Technology
Produces variable-sized droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters to greatly
decrease print times while optimizing photographic quality
Enhanced Active Meniscus Control (AMC) technology precisely
controls the curvature of every ink droplet within each nozzle before
releasing it onto the media. The result is extremely sharp and accurate
placement of ink droplets for outstanding photographic print quality
Epson PreciseColor™Manufacturing
In order to ensure consistent printing between multiple Stylus Pro
printers of the same model, Epson has enhanced the manufacturing
process to include colorimetric calibration. Eliminating the need for
internal calibration devices, this system evaluates and adjusts each
printer’s performance at the manufacturing stage, producing consistent
color output from printer to printer.
Automatic Print Head Alignment Technolog y
Built-in sensor reads printed data for highly precise alignment of all
color channels
Aligns both single and bi-directional print modes
Automatic Nozzle Check Technology
Built-in sensor reads nozzle check pattern and automatically cleans
print head if required – even partially clogged nozzles
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44"
The Leader in Professional Prepress Proofing
Quite possibly the highest quality proofing system available today
Superior color consistency proof after proof and day after day
Legendary Epson durability for virtually maintenance-free proofing 24/7
Capable of handling higher proofing volumes for incredible productivity
Compatible with most leading third party RIPs and workflows
Capable of proofing almost any other printing method – even package and label
Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta
Ink Technology
Industry Defining 8-color Pigment-Based Ink System
High-density pigments for an extremely wide color gamut
Advanced formulation of Magenta pigments for extreme blues
and purples
Professional print permanence ratings for truly sellable quality prints
High-gloss Microcrystal Encapsulation™Technology for reduced
gloss differential
Superior scratch resistance from improved pigment and resin chemistry
Color is stable immediately after printing – no short- term color shifting
Depending upon media – produces a black density up to 2.5 with
an L* value of 2.9
† Data based on Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper (260)
†
Three-level Black Ink Technology
Simultaneously uses Black, Light Black, and Light Light Black inks
Significantly improves the printer’s gray balance while eliminating
color casts
Outstanding midtones and highlights for a smoother tonal range
Virtually eliminates the metamerism and bronzing of basic
pigment chemistry
Enhances the ICCprofiling process for ColorSync™and ICM™workflows
Two User-exchangeable Black Ink Modes
Printers can utilize two different Black ink modes – Photo Black or Matte
Black. This innovative solution optimizes the Black ink density for various
media types, dramatically improving the final print quality.
The standard Photo Black ink mode can be used for any media type
with professional results. However, for certain Epson media types such
as Velvet Fine Art, Enhanced Matte, and UltraSmooth
®
Fine Art, using the
optional Matte Black ink mode instead, will dramatically increase black
optical density for even better print quality.
Prints on virtually any media type, in roll or cut-sheet, up to 24-inch
or 44-inch wide
All media is front-loaded via a unique straight - through media path
Accurate automatic loading of cut-sheet media up to 24- inch or
44-inch wide in a variety of media up to1.5 mm thick posterboard
User adjustable Roll Media Spindle accepts either 2-inch or
3-inch media cores
On certain media types, you can produce accurate impositions
using a work-and-turn process
Built-in Automatic Cutting System supporting most media types
Optional Manual Media Cutter for cutting very thick media
Optional Automatic Take -up Reel System for unattended production
of large print runs (available on the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 only)
High-performance Print Engine Speeds
A
Utilizing our latest high-performance print head technology, both the
Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and Epson Stylus Pro 9880 are among the
fastest wide-format printers in the industry.
Print Mode16" x 20"20"x 30"40"x 60"
Fine –720 dpi HS4:207:5527:00
SuperFine –1440 dpi HS6:4112:0041:25
SuperPhoto – 2880 dpi H S12: 5723:1879:51
HS = High-speed Print Mode (Bi-directional Print Mode) Print speeds are shown in min:sec.
Epson Intelligent High-capacity Ink System
Pressurized ink cartridge technology ensures reliable ink delivery at
all print speeds, while dramatically reducing the physical size of the
ink cartridges
Eight individual 110 ml or 220 ml ink cartridges
Utilizes both 110 ml and 220 ml ink cartridges simultaneously
to optimize ink usage
On-the-fly ink cartridge replacement for increased produc tivity
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8-color UltraChrome K3
withVivid Magenta
Ink Technology
The new standard by which all
other ink systems will be judged.
All new high-density magenta
pigments for an extremely wide
color gamut, amazing high-gloss
prints, unique three-level
black technology, all with virtually
no metamerism or bronzing.
Advanced Black-and -White
Printing Technology
Unique Epson screening and
driver technology developed
Standard connectivity includes one USB 2.0 interface and one
10/100Base-T Ethernet port
Professional Epson photographic drivers for Macintosh®and Windows
Optional PANTONE®licensed and SWOP®certified PostScript
®
Language Level3™Compatible RIP by ColorBurst®(included only
with the ColorBurst Edition bundle)
Fully supported by most leading third-party RIPs and workflows – the
Epson Stylus Pro series printers are used within the most demanding
commercial printing environments
World-Class Service and Support
Free one-year of coverage under the Epson PreferredSMProtection Plan
with toll-free telephone support available Monday through Friday and
usually next-business -day on-site service
Optional one- or two-year Epson Preferred Plus service plans available
Professional Media Handling
Unique front-loading,
straight through paper path
for printing on virtually any
media up to 24"or 44"
wide – up to 1.5 mm thick.
Easy-to-use Control Panel
Large 2.5" backlit LCD panel
for superior direct printer
control and operational status.
Intelligent High-capacity
Ink System
Eight individual 110 ml or
220 ml ink cartridges for true
®
professional use. You can
even use both 110 ml and
220 ml sizes simultaneously
to further optimize ink usage.
Auto Head Alignment and
Cleaning Technology
Built-in sensor automatically
aligns the 8-channel print head
for extremely accurate dot
placement. This system is so
effective, it can even detect when
a print head is getting dirty and
automatically clean if needed.
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Epson Stylus®Pro 7880 and 9880 Print Engine Specifications
Printing Technology
Advanced MicroPiezo AMC print head
with ink repelling coating technology
8-channel, drop-on-demand, ink jet print head
9-cartridge (C, LC, VM, VLM, Y, LK, LLK, PK or MK)
Auto Head Alignment and Cleaning technology
Epson UltraChrome K3with Vivid Magenta ink technology
Professional-level pigment-based ink technology
Nozzle Configuration
Color and Monochrome180 nozzles x 8
Droplet Technology
Smallest droplet size3.5 picoliters
Variable Droplet Technology can produce up to three
different droplet sizes per print line
Resolution
2880 x 1440 dpi; 1440 x 720 dpi; 720 x 720 dpi;
720 x 360 dpi; 360 x 360 dpi
Print Engine Speed
A
16"x 20" prints from 4:20 to 12:57 - Normal is 6:41
20"x 30" prints from 7:55 to 23:18 - Normal is 12:00
40"x 60" prints from 27:00 to 79:51 - Normal is 41:25
Acoustic Noise Level
Approximately 50 dB(A) according to ISO 7779
Printer Language/Drivers
Epson ESC/P®2 raster photographic drivers standard
Optional PANTONE licensed and SWOP certified PostScript
Language Level 3 Compatible RIP by ColorBurst (included
only with ColorBurst Edition bundle)
Supported by most leading third-party RIPs and workflo ws
Operating Systems Supported
MacintoshTiger 10.4.9 or higher (universal binary)
Leopard 10.5 or higher (16-bit)
Windows Vista and XP (both 32 and 64-bit supported)
Printer Interfaces
Includes as standard one hi-speed USB 2.0 (1.1 compatible)
one Ethernet port (10/100Base-T)
Dimensions
SP788046"(W)x 46"(H) x30"(D)
Printer weight: 131 lb
SP988067"(W) x 46" (H) x 30"(D)
Printer weight: 198 lb
Dimensions and weight include printer stand
BorderFree®Printing
Left and right borderless “bleed” printing
for the following roll media widths:
Top and bottom edges can be automatically cut to any
length when printing on roll media
Printable Area
Maximum paper widthSP7880–24"SP9880–44"
Left and right margins0 to 3 mm each (0.24" total)
Maximum printable width
SP7880–24.16" SP9880 –44.16"
Maximum printable lengthLimited by application, OS and
driver/R I P used
Media Handling
SP7880 Media inputSingle roll up to 24" width
Cut-sheet size Up to 24" wide media
(auto-loading)
SP9880 Media inputSingle roll up to 44" width
Cut-sheet size Up to 44" wide media
(auto-loading)
Media core compatibilityHandles both 2"and 3"cored media
Max. roll media diameter4" (2" core) or 6" (3"core)
Weight12 lb bond up to1.5 mm posterboard
Built-in media cutterAutomatic and manual cutting
Printer cutter blade life~2,000 cuts (coated media)
Epson Intelligent Pressurized Ink Cartridges
B
Cartridge fill volume110 ml or 220 ml
each color x 8 colors total
Ink cartridge shelf life2 years from printed production
(recommended)date or 6 months after open
Line Accuracy
+ or – 0.2% of specified page length
Lightfastness Ratings
C
Epson UltraChrome K3 InkColor: Up to 200 years
B&W: Over 200 years
Environmental Characteristics
Temperature
Operating50˚ to 95˚ F (10˚ to 35˚C)
Storage-4˚ to 104˚F (-20˚ to 40˚ C)
Relative humidity20 to 80%
Operating40 to 50%
Recommended Storage 5 to 85% (no condens ation)
Safety Approval
Safety standardsUL1950, CSA 22.2 950 FDA
EMIFCC Part 15 subpart B class B,
CSA C108.8 class B
AS/NZS 3548 class B
Electrical Requirements
VoltageAC 110–24 0 V
Frequency50 to 60 Hz
Current1.0 A/110 – 120 V
Power consumption
OperatingApprox. 55 W or less
StandbyLess than 5 W
Power OffLess than 1 W
ENERGY STAR compliant
Product/AccessoriesPart Numbers
SP7880 SP9880
Epson Stylus Pro Printer SP7880K3 SP9880K3
ColorBurst EditionsSP7880CBSP9880CB
Includes ColorBurst®RIP
Additional One-year Epson
Preferred Plus ServiceEP P789 8B1EP P789 8B1
Additional Two-year Epson
Preferred Plus ServiceEP P789 8B2EP P789 8B2
Automatic Take-up
Reel SystemNot AvailableC12C815251
Replacement 44"
Take-up Reel CoreNot AvailableC815121
Additional Media Spindle
(Normal Tension) – 2"/ 3"C12C811161C12C811151
Additional Media Spindle
(High Tension) – 2" / 3"C12C811155 C12C811152
Replacement Printer
Cutter BladeC12C815291C12C815291
Manual Media Cutting SystemC12C815231C815182
Replacement Manual
A Based upon print engine speed only. Total throughput times depend upon front-end RIP, file size,
printer resolution, ink coverage, networking, etc. Normal Mode based on SuperFine -1440 dpi HS.
B Cartridge yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of use
and temperature. For print quality, a variable amount of ink remains in the cartridge after the "Replace
Cartridge" indicator comes on. The printer ships with full cartridges and part of the ink from the first
cartridges is used for priming the printer. Printer ships with 110 ml cartridges. Photo Black cartridge
included, Matte Black must be purchased separately. See www.epson.com/cartridgeinfo for more
information about cartridges.
C Ink lightfastness rating based on accelerated testing of prints on specialty media, displayed indoors,
under glass. Actual print stability will vary according to media, printed image, display conditions, light
intensity, humidity and atmospheric conditions. Epson does not guarantee longevity of prints.
For maximum print life, display all prints under glass or lamination or properly store them.
Visit www.wilhelm-research.com for the latest information.
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Internet website:
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Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Epson, Epson Stylus, MicroPiezo and Epson ESC/P are registered
trademarks and Epson Exceed Your Vision, Epson UltraChrome K3, AMC and Microcrystal Encapsulation are trademarks of
Seiko Epson Corporation. BorderFree and UltraSmooth are registered trademarks, Epson PreciseColor and AccuPhoto are
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and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.
Copyright 2007, Epson America, Inc. CPD 23800 10/07
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