Epson STYLUS PRO 7600, STYLUS PRO 9600 Reference Guide

Reference Guide

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Product Information

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Printer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Interface Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Options and Consumable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

The Control Panel

Buttons, Lights, and Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

SelecType Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Maintenance Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Printing with Windows

Accessing the Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Using the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Using the Printer Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Getting Information Through Online Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Checking Printer and Print Job Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Increasing the Print Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Setting Up Your Printer on a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Updating to Windows Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Updating the Driver in Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Win-

dows NT 4.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Uninstalling the Printer Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Uninstalling the USB Host Device Driver (Windows Me and 98

only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Printing with Macintosh

Accessing the Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Using the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Using the Printer Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Getting Information Through Online Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Checking Printer and Print Job Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

Setting Up Your Printer on a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

Paper Handling

Notes for Special Media and Other Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

Using Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Using Cut Sheet Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

Setting the Paper Basket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190

Maintenance and Transportation

Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

Replacing Black Ink Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199

Replacing the Paper Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

Replacing the Maintenance Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212

Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

Transporting the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214

Using Optional Product

Using the Auto Take-up Reel Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220

Troubleshooting

Printer Stops Printing Unexpectedly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

The Printer does not Turn on or Stay on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234

The Printer Prints Nothing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238

Printouts are Not What You Expected. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241

Print Quality Could be Better . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244

Color Documents Print in Black Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

Printing Could be Faster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

Roll Paper Cannot be Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249

Paper Feed or Paper Jam Problems Occur Frequently . . . . 249

Roll Paper does not Eject Properly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251

Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253

Troubleshooting on the Optional Auto Take-up Reel Unit 254

Contacting Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289

Glossary

The following definitions apply specifically to printers.

application

A software program that helps you carry out a particular task, such as word processing or financial planning.

ASCII

American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A standardized coding system for assigning numerical codes to letters and symbols.

banding

The horizontal lines that sometimes appear when printing graphics. This occurs when the print heads are misaligned. See also MicroWeave.

bit

A binary digit (0 or 1), which is the smallest unit of information used by a printer or computer.

brightness

The lightness or darkness of an image.

buffer

The portion of the printer's memory used to store data before printing it.

byte

A unit of information consisting of eight bits.

characters per inch (cpi)

A measure of the size of text characters, sometimes referred to as pitch.

CMYK

Cyan (blue-green), magenta, yellow, and black. These colored inks are used to create the subtractive system array of printed color.

color matching

A method of processing color data so that colors displayed on a computer screen closely match colors in printouts. A variety of color-matching software is available. See also ColorSync and sRGB.

ColorSync

Macintosh software that is designed so you get WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) color output. This software prints colors as you see them on your screen.

cpi

See characters per inch.

default

A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on, reset, or initialized.

DMA

Direct Memory Access. A data transfer feature that by-passes a computer’s CPU and allows direct communication between the computer’s memory and peripheral devices (such as printers).

dot matrix

A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by a pattern (matrix) of individual dots.

dpi

Dots per inch. The dpi measures the resolution. See also resolution.

drive

A memory device, such as CD-ROM, hard disk, or floppy disk. In Windows, a letter is assigned to each drive for easy management.

driver

A software program that sends instructions to a computer peripheral to tell it what to do. For example, your printer driver accepts print data from your word processor application and sends instructions to the printer on how to print this data.

economy printing

Printing in which images are printed with fewer dots to save ink.

error diffusion

Error diffusion blends individual colored dots with the colors of the surrounding dots to create the appearance of natural colors. By blending colored dots, the printer can achieve excellent colors and subtle color gradation. This method is best suited for printing documents that contain detailed graphics or photographic images.

ESC/P

Abbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers. This system of commands gives you control of your printer from your computer. It is standard for all EPSON printers and supported by most application programs for personal computers.

ESC/P Raster

A command language that gives you control of your printer from your computer. Commands in this language produce laser-like features, such as enhanced graphics printing.

font

A style of type designated by a family name.

grayscale

A sc a le o f s ha d es o f g r ay f ro m bl a ck to w hi t e. G ra y sc a le is u se d to r ep r es e nt c ol or s when printing with black ink only.

halftones

Patterns of black or colored dots used to reproduce an image.

halftoning

Method of using dot patterns to represent an image. Halftoning makes it possible to produce varying shades of gray using only black dots, or a nearly infinite array of colors using only a few colors of dots. See also halftones.

head alignment

The operation to correct any misalignment of the print heads. Vertical banding will be corrected.

head cleaning

The operation to clean any clogged nozzles for correct printing.

high speed printing

Printing in which images are printed in both directions. This provides faster printing.

initialization

Returns the printer to its defaults (fixed set of conditions). This happens every time you turn on the printer or reset the printer.

ink cartridge

The cartridge which contains ink.

ink jet

A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by precisely spraying ink onto paper.

interface

The connection between the computer and the printer. A parallel interface transmits data one character or code at a time. A serial interface transmits data one bit at a time.

interface cable

The cable that connects between the computer and the printer.

LCD

Liquid Crystal Display. Shows various messages according to status of the printer.

local printer

The printer which is connected to the computer’s port directly by interface cable.

media

Materials upon which data is printed, such as roll paper and cut sheets, plain paper, and special paper.

memory

The part of the printer’s electronic system that is used to store information (data). Some information is fixed and is used to control how the printer operates. Information that is sent to the printer from the computer is stored in the memory temporarily. See also RAM and ROM.

MicroWeave

Printing in which images are printed in finer increments to reduce the possibility of banding and to produce laser-like images. See also banding.

monochrome

This means printing with only one color of ink, which is generally black ink.

nozzle

Fine tubes in the print head through which ink is sprayed on the page. Print quality may decline if print head nozzles are clogged.

nozzle check

A method for checking the operation of the printer. When you perform a nozzle check, the printer prints the firmware (ROM) version and a nozzle check pattern.

online help

Helpful comments related to the current window or dialog box.

parallel interface

See interface.

Peer-to-peer networks

Windows support peer-to-peer networking. Any computer can access the resources of a computer on the network.

PhotoEnhance4

The EPSON software to change the shade of tone, to correct image data and to change the sharpness of the image data.

port

An interface channel through which data is transmitted between devices.

printable area

The area of a page on which the printer can print. It is smaller than the physical size of the page due to margins.

printer driver

A software program that sends commands for using the features of a particular printer. Often shortened to “driver”. See also driver.

printing mode

The number of dots per inch used to represent an image. Your printer has five printing mode settings: SuperPhoto (2880 dpi), SuperFine (1440 dpi), Fine (720 dpi), Normal (360 dpi), and Economy.

print queue

If your printer is connected to a network, print jobs that are sent to the printer while it is busy are stored in a waiting line, or print queue, until they can be printed.

Progress Meter

A meter that shows the progress of the current print job for Windows.

RAM

Random Access Memory. The portion of the printer's memory used as a buffer and for storing user-defined characters. All data stored in RAM is lost when the printer is turned off.

reset

To return a printer to its defaults by turning the printer off and then back on.

resolution

The number of dots per inch used to represent an image.

ROM

Read Only Memory. A portion of memory that can only be read and cannot be used for data storage. ROM retains its contents when you turn off the printer.

RGB

Red, green, and blue. These colors, in phosphors irradiated by the computer monitor's electron gun, are used to create the additive array of screen colors.

SelecType settings

Settings made using the printer’s control panel. In SelecType mode, various printer settings that are not available using the printer driver, such as test print settings, can be made.

spool

The first step in printing, in which the printer driver converts the print data into codes that your printer understands. This data is then sent to the printer directly or to the print server.

Spool Manager

The software program that converts print data into codes that your printer understands. See also spool.

sRGB

Windows software that is designed so you get WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) color output. This software prints colors as you see them on your screen.

Status Monitor

The software program that allows you to check the printer’s status.

subtractive colors

Colors produced by pigments that absorb some colors of light and reflect others. See also CMYK.

utility

A program for carrying out a specific function, which is usually related to system maintenance.

WYSIWYG

Acronym for What You See Is What You Get. This term is used to describe printout that looks exactly as it appeared on screen.

Product Information

Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.

❏ Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet.

❏ Do not insert objects through the slots. Take care not to spill

liquid on the printer.

❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s

label.

❏ Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.

Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off.

❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or

automatic timers.

❏ Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources

of electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.

❏ 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 the 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 attempt to service the printer yourself.

❏ 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.

❏ The interface connectors (including Type B interface card) and

the connector for optional Auto Take-up Reel Unit are Non-LPS (non-limited power source).

❏ If you plan to use the printer in Germany, observe the

following:

To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current protection for this printer, the building installation must be protected by a 10 or 16 amp circuit breaker.

A Few Precautions

When choosing a place for the printer

❏ Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that is larger than the

printer. 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 it away from direct sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.

❏ Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

❏ Keep the printer away from the dusty areas.

❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be

easily unplugged.

NERGY STAR® Compliance

As an International ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the International

TAR Program guidelines for energy efficiency.

NERGY

The International a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, copiers, and scanners, in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation.

NERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is

When using the printer

❏ Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the ink

cartridges during printing.

❏ Do not move the print heads by hand; otherwise you may

damage the printer.

❏ Always turn the printer off using the Power button on the

control panel. When this button is pressed, the Operate light flashes briefly then goes off. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the outlet until the Operate light stops flashing.

❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure the print heads are

in the home (far right) position.

When handling the ink cartridges

❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not

drink.

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

gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.

❏ If you use EPSON UltraChrome type ink cartridges, shake the

ink cartridge gently before installing it for best results.

Caution:

Do not shake cartridges that have been installed previously.

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

cartridge carton.

❏ If you use EPSON UltraChrome type ink cartridges, use up

the ink cartridge within six months of installation for best results.

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

could damage the print heads.

❏ Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.

❏ After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site,

allow it to warm up at room temperature for at least three hours before using it.

❏ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge.

This may affect normal operation and printing.

❏ In this ink cartridge, the IC chip retains a variety of cartridge

related-information, such as the amount of ink remaining, so that a cartridge may be removed and reinserted freely.

❏ If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink

supply area from dirt and dust, and store it in the same environment as the printer. Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink supply port or surrounding area.

Printer Specifications

Printing

Printing method On-demand ink jet Nozzle configuration Black: 96 nozzles × 2

(Black 1 and Black 2) Color: 96 nozzles × 5 (cyan, magenta, yellow, light cyan, light magenta)

Character mode:

Character Pitch Printing Column

10 cpi* 237 for StylusPro 7600

* characters per inch

437 for StylusPro 9600

Raster graphics mode:

StylusPro 7600

Horizontal resolution

360 dpi* 604 mm

720 dpi 604 mm

1440 dpi 604 mm

2880 dpi 604 mm

Printable width Available dots

(24.16 inches)

StylusPro 9600

Horizontal resolution

360 dpi* 1112 mm

720 dpi 1112 mm

1440 dpi 1112 mm

2880 dpi 1112 mm

Printable width Available dots

(43.78 inches)

8698

17395

34790

69581

15762

31524

63048

126087

* dots per inch

Resolution Maximum 2880 dpi × 1440 dpi Print direction Bidirectional Control code ESC/P Raster Line spacing 1/6 inch or programmable in 1/1440

inch increments

Paper feed speed 215 ± 10 mm seconds per 1/4 inch line RAM 32 MB for StylusPro 7600

64 MB for StylusPro 9600

Character tables PC 437 (US, Standard Europe),

PC 850 (Multilingual)

Character sets EPSON Courier 10 cpi

Printable area

Roll paper and cut sheets

B-L

A For roll paper, the minimum top margin is 3.0 mm (0.12")*.

B-L For roll paper, the minimum left margin is 0 mm (0")

B-R For roll paper, the minimum right margin is 0 mm (0")

C For roll paper, the minimum bottom margin is 3.0 mm (0.12")

For cut sheets, the minimum top margin is 3.0 mm (0.12").

For cut sheets, the minimum left margin is 0 mm (0").

For cut sheets, the minimum right margin is 0 mm (0").

For cut sheets, the minimum bottom margin is 14.0 mm (0.55").

For roll paper, the following margin widths can be selected using the control panel as follows. For details, see in “PAPER MARGIN”.

B-R

Parameter A B-L B-R C

3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm

15 mm 15 mm 15 mm 15 mm 15 mm

T/B 15 mm (Default)

15 mm 3 mm 3 mm 15 mm

Note:

The printer automatically detects the dimensions of the paper that is loaded. Print data that exceeds the printable area of the paper cannot be printed.

Mechanical

Paper feed method Friction Paper path Roll paper or cut sheets with manual

insertion

Dimensions (printing) StylusPro 7600:

Width: 1,100 mm (43.3 inches) Depth: 572 mm (22.5 inches) Height: 560 mm (22.0 inches)

StylusPro 9600: Width: 1,624 mm (63.9 inches) Depth: 717 mm (28.2 inches) Height: 1,181 mm (46.5 inches)

Weight StylusPro 7600:

Approx. 43.5 kg (95.7 lb) StylusPro 9600:

Approx. 63.5 kg (139.7 lb) Stand:

Approx. 20.5 kg (45.1 lb)

Electrical

Rated 100 V to 240 V

Input voltage range 90 to 264 V

Rated frequency range 50 to 60 Hz

Input frequency range 49 to 61 Hz

Rated current 1.0 - 0.5 A

Power consumption Approx. 130.5 W (ISO10561 Letter Pattern)

29 W or less in sleep mode

Note:

Check the label on the back of the printer for voltage information.

Environmental

Temperature Operation:

Storage: Transit:

Humidity Operation:

Storage: Transit:

* Stored in shipping container ** Without condensation

Operational conditions (temperature and humidity):

10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F)

-20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F)

-20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)* 1 month at 40°C (104°F) 120 hours at 60°C (140°F)

20 to 80% RH** 20 to 85% RH** 5 to 85% RH*,**

Initialization

Hardware initialization at power on:

The printer mechanism is set to its initial state. The input data buffer and print buffer are cleared. The printer returns to the default condition last set.

Software initialization when the ESC@ (initialize the printer) command is received:

The print buffer is cleared. The printer returns to the default condition last set.

Panel button initialization by pressing the Pause button on the control panel for 3 seconds, or *INIT signal is send:

Print head capping occurs. Paper is ejected, if any. The input data buffer and print buffer are cleared. The printer returns to the default condition last set.

Standards and Approvals

Safety UL 1950

CSA 22.2 No. 950 Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC

EN 60950

EMC FCC part 15 subpart B class B

CSA C108.8 class B AS/NZS 3548 class B EMC Directive 89/336/EEC

EN 55022 Class B EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3

Warning:

This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product

may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Paper

Note:

Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, EPSON cannot attest to the quality of any non-EPSON brand or type of paper. Always test samples of paper before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.

Roll paper:

Size Internal diameter:

2 inch

Internal diameter: 3 inch

Outer diameter 103 mm (4.05 inches) maximum for

Paper types Plain paper, special papers distributed by

StylusPro 7600: 210 to 610 mm (W) × 45000 mm (L) (8.26 to 24.02 inches × 1771.65 inches) StylusPro 9600: 210 to 1118 mm (W) × 45000 mm (L) (8.26 to 44.02 inches × 1771.65 inches)

StylusPro 7600: 210 to 610 mm (W) × 202000 mm (L) (8.26 to 24.02 inches × 7952.76 inches) StylusPro 9600: 210 to 1118 mm (W) × 202000 mm (L) (8.26 to 44.02 inches × 7952.76 inches)

standard/optional 2-inch roll paper spindle 150 mm (5.90 inches) maximum for optional 3-inch roll paper spindle

EPSON

Thickness (for plain paper)

0.08 to 0.50 mm (0.003 to 0.019 inches)

Weight

64 gf/m² (17 lb) to 90 gf/m² (24 lb)

(for plain paper)

Cut sheets:

Size Super B0 (1118 × 1580 mm)*

B0 (1030 × 1456 mm)* B1 (728 × 1030 mm)* B2 (515 × 728 mm) B3 (364 × 515 mm) B4 (257 × 364 mm) B5 (182 × 257 mm) Super A0 (914 × 1292 mm)* A0 (841 × 1189 mm)* Super A1 (24 × 36 inches) A1 (594 × 841 mm) A2 (420 × 594 mm) A3 (297 × 420 mm) A4 (210 × 297 mm) Super A3/B (329 × 483 mm) US E (34 × 44 inches) US D (22 × 34 inches) US C (17 × 22 inches) US B (11 × 17 inches) Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)

Paper types Plain paper, special papers distributed by

EPSON

Thickness (for plain paper)

Weight

0.08 to less than 0.11 mm (0.003 to less than 0.004 inches)

64 gf/m² (17 lb) to 90 gf/m² (24 lb)

(for plain paper)

* for StylusPro 9600 use only.

Note:

❏ Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams

or other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper.

❏ Do not load curled or folded paper.

Use paper under the following conditions:

Temperature 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F) Humidity 40 to 60% RH

EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film should be stored under the following conditions:

Temperature 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F) Humidity 20 to 60% RH

Ink cartridges

Note:

A 110 ml ink cartridge is standard. An optional 220 ml ink cartridge is available for Stylus Pro 9600.

EPSON UltraChrome ink

Photo Black Matte Black Light Black Yellow Magenta Cyan Light Magenta Light Cyan

Standard Optional T543100

T543800 T543700 T543400 T543300 T543200 T543600 T543500

T544100 T544800 T544700 T544400 T544300 T544200 T544600 T544500

Dye ink

Standard

Black Yellow Magenta Cyan Light Magenta Light Cyan

Cartridge life EPSON

UltraChrome

Dye 2 years from production date if

Temperature Storage

(uninstalled): Storage (installed): -20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F) While

transportation:

T545100 T545400 T545300 T545200 T545600 T545500

2 years from production date if unopened; within 6 months after opening package

unopened; within 2 years after opening package

-30 to 40°C (-22 to 104°F) 1 month at 40°C (104°F)

120 hours at 60°C (140°F)

Dimensions Standard

cartridge:

Optional cartridge:

Weight Standard

cartridge: Optional

cartridge:

25.1 (W) × 165.8 (D) × 106.6 (H) (0.99 (W) × 6.53 (D) × 4.20 (H) inches)

25.1 (W) × 280.8 (D) × 106.6 (H) (0.99 (W) × 11.06 (D) × 4.20 (H) inches)

Approx. 200 g (0.44 lb.)

Approx. 385 g (0.85 lb)

Capacity Standard: 110 ml

Optional: 220 ml

Caution:

❏ If you are using EPSON UltraChrome type ink cartridges,

shake the ink cartridge gently before installing it for best results.

❏ EPSON recommends the use of original EPSON ink

cartridges only. Other products not manufactured by EPSON may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSON's warranties.

❏ Do not use an ink cartridge if the expiry date has passed.

System Requirements

To use your printer with a PC

To use your printer, you need Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition, 98, 95, XP, 2000, or NT 4.0, and a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable. If you want to connect your printer to a USB port, you need a Windows Me, 98, XP, or 2000 pre-installed PC equipped with a USB port, and a shielded USB cable.

Your computer should also meet the following system requirements:

Minimum system Recommended

system

Pentium for Windows 98, 95, and NT 4.0 Pentium 133 MHz for Windows 2000 Pentium 150 MHz for Windows Me Pentium 300 MHz for Windows XP

32 MB RAM for Windows Me, 98, 95, NT 4.0 64 MB RAM for Windows 2000 128 MB RAM for Windows XP

100 MB hard disk space for Windows Me, 98, 95, XP, 2000, and NT 4.0

VGA monitor VGA or better monitor

Pentium III 1 GHz or higher processor

128 MB RAM or more

8 GB or more free disk space

Your computer dealer can help you update your system if it does not meet these requirements.

Note:

The memory requirements above are for printing on B0 (1030 mm) size paper. These requirements may vary depending on the size of the paper, the type of application you are using, and the complexity of the document you want to print.

To use your printer with a Macintosh

To use this printer, your Apple® Macintosh® must meet the following system requirements. You also need a USB cable to connect this printer to your Macintosh.

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Minimum system Recommended system

PowerPC PowerPC G4 733 MHz/PowerPC G3

Mac OS 8.5.1 Mac OS 9.1 or later

48 MB of available memory 51 MB of available memory when background printing is turned on.

- 8 GB or more free disk space

733 MHz or higher processor

80 MB or more of available memory 130 MB of available memory when background printing is turned on.

Note:

❏ The amount of available memory varies according to the number and

kind of applications that are open. To see how much memory is available, choose About This Macintosh from the Apple menu and refer to the memory size (listed in kilobytes) under “Largest Unused Block” (1,024 K = 1 MB).

❏ The memory requirements above are for printing on B0 (1030 × 1456

mm) size paper. These requirements may vary depending on the size of the paper, the type of application you are using, and the complexity of the document you want to print.

❏ The available interface varies according to Macintosh system

version as follows: Network interface: 8.5.1 to 9.x USB interface: 8.5.1 to 9.x Type-B interface: 8.6.x to 9.x

In addition to these system and memory requirements, you also need 29 MB of free hard disk space to install your printer software.

Interface Specifications

Your printer is equipped with an 8-bit parallel interface and a USB interface.

Parallel interface

The built-in parallel interface has the following characteristics.

Compatibility mode

Data format 8-bit parallel

Synchronization STROBE

Handshake timing BUSY and ACKNLG

Signal level TTL level (IEEE-1284 level 1 device)

Adaptable connector

Nibble mode

Transmission mode 8-bit parallel

Synchronization STROBE

Handshaking BUSY and ACKNLG

Signal level TTL level (IEEE-1284 level 1 device)

Data transmission timing

ECP mode

Transmission mode IEEE-1284 ECP mode

Synchronization Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification

pulse

signals

57-30360 Amphenol connector or equivalent

pulse

signals

Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification

Handshaking Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification

Signal level TTL level (IEEE-1284 level 1 device)

Data transmission timing

Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification

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