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Contents | 7 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 ... 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...
Contents | 7 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 ... 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...
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...CD-ROM provides additional information about your equipment. It also tells you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using the Epson® printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. You can read the guide using a web... browser, such as you how to maintain your printer to keep it to get the most ...
...CD-ROM provides additional information about your equipment. It also tells you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using the Epson® printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. You can read the guide using a web... browser, such as you how to maintain your printer to keep it to get the most ...
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...Printer The Epson Stylus Pro 7800/9800 requires little maintenance to the features described in this chapter, you can also use the menu system on the CD-ROM that came with your printer. 119 For more information, see the electronic Reference Guide included on the printer to fine-tune a variety of printer... settings. This chapter describes the following routine procedures: • Checking printer status and part life • Checking and cleaning the print head • Aligning the print head...
...Printer The Epson Stylus Pro 7800/9800 requires little maintenance to the features described in this chapter, you can also use the menu system on the CD-ROM that came with your printer. 119 For more information, see the electronic Reference Guide included on the printer to fine-tune a variety of printer... settings. This chapter describes the following routine procedures: • Checking printer status and part life • Checking and cleaning the print head • Aligning the print head...
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... button. For more information about the Printer Status menu, see your printed image shows a color shift or horizontal lines, you see the status of the carriage motor, paper feed motor, print head, cleaning unit, and pressure motor. You can also use the printer's menus to see if any nozzles ...are clogged or deflected. Checking and Cleaning the Print Head If...
... button. For more information about the Printer Status menu, see your printed image shows a color shift or horizontal lines, you see the status of the carriage motor, paper feed motor, print head, cleaning unit, and pressure motor. You can also use the printer's menus to see if any nozzles ...are clogged or deflected. Checking and Cleaning the Print Head If...
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... the Utility tab. You see a menu like the following to access the printer utilities: • Mac OS X: Open the Epson Printer Utility in the printer. 2. Maintaining and Transporting the Printer | 123 Running the Nozzle Check and Head Cleaning Utilities Follow these steps to use your printer and click OK. • Windows XP: Click Start and select Control...
... the Utility tab. You see a menu like the following to access the printer utilities: • Mac OS X: Open the Epson Printer Utility in the printer. 2. Maintaining and Transporting the Printer | 123 Running the Nozzle Check and Head Cleaning Utilities Follow these steps to use your printer and click OK. • Windows XP: Click Start and select Control...
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.... 5. Press Menu, then press to determine whether any nozzles are clogged or deflected. 124 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Caution: Don't run a cleaning cycle while thick media is selected. 3. Using the Control Panel Menu Follow these steps to save the setting. 4. If the...and automatically read . Manually Checking and Cleaning the Print Head If you turn off Auto Cleaning, you can print a nozzle check and manually examine it runs a cleaning cycle. NOZZLE CHECK is highlighted. If the printer finds clogged nozzles, it runs a cleaning cycle. Press the Menu button. ...
.... 5. Press Menu, then press to determine whether any nozzles are clogged or deflected. 124 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Caution: Don't run a cleaning cycle while thick media is selected. 3. Using the Control Panel Menu Follow these steps to save the setting. 4. If the...and automatically read . Manually Checking and Cleaning the Print Head If you turn off Auto Cleaning, you can print a nozzle check and manually examine it runs a cleaning cycle. NOZZLE CHECK is highlighted. If the printer finds clogged nozzles, it runs a cleaning cycle. Press the Menu button. ...
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... to examine it is highlighted, then press Menu. Make sure the printer is ready and the red B ink light on the printer's LCD display is loaded in the printer. Maintaining and Transporting the Printer | 125 7. You may need to be at least 50% full to start the power cleaning. 6. Follow the instructions on or flashing. 3.
... to examine it is highlighted, then press Menu. Make sure the printer is ready and the red B ink light on the printer's LCD display is loaded in the printer. Maintaining and Transporting the Printer | 125 7. You may need to be at least 50% full to start the power cleaning. 6. Follow the instructions on or flashing. 3.
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... ALIGNMENT. 5-126 126 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Note: You must use Epson Doubleweight Matte Paper or Premium Luster Photo Paper. If you need to run a nozzle check between cycles. Then load Epson Enhanced Matte paper or the paper that came with regular cleaning cycles. For effective cleaning, always run a nozzle check before aligning the...
... ALIGNMENT. 5-126 126 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Note: You must use Epson Doubleweight Matte Paper or Premium Luster Photo Paper. If you need to run a nozzle check between cycles. Then load Epson Enhanced Matte paper or the paper that came with regular cleaning cycles. For effective cleaning, always run a nozzle check before aligning the...
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...8226; Change the language or units of measurements used on the printer's control panel menus • Enable the printable pages counter • Change the default pressure setting for the automatic cutter • Run a "super strong" cleaning cycle. • Track the amount of roll paper remaining ...• Enable power on roll paper feed • Return all of the printer's control panel settings to their default values • Check ink information 5-...
...8226; Change the language or units of measurements used on the printer's control panel menus • Enable the printable pages counter • Change the default pressure setting for the automatic cutter • Run a "super strong" cleaning cycle. • Track the amount of roll paper remaining ...• Enable power on roll paper feed • Return all of the printer's control panel settings to their default values • Check ink information 5-...
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... to select it . Press to start the cleaning cycle. • To enable roll paper feeding at power-on, press the d button to highlight REMAINING PPR SETUP, then press Menu. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Press the d button until the printer turns on the LCD display, press the d... 5-137 If you want . • To run a super strong cleaning cycle, press the d button to highlight SS CLEANING, then press Menu to print the 16-byte hex data in the left column and corresponding ASCII characters in the printer's buffer, press the Menu button to use maintenance mode: 1. Maintaining and...
... to select it . Press to start the cleaning cycle. • To enable roll paper feeding at power-on, press the d button to highlight REMAINING PPR SETUP, then press Menu. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Press the d button until the printer turns on the LCD display, press the d... 5-137 If you want . • To run a super strong cleaning cycle, press the d button to highlight SS CLEANING, then press Menu to print the 16-byte hex data in the left column and corresponding ASCII characters in the printer's buffer, press the Menu button to use maintenance mode: 1. Maintaining and...
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... You can obtain a new cutter blade from an authorized Epson reseller. Press the button. In Canada, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Replacing the Paper Cutter Blade If you use the blade to cut cleanly, the cutter blade may damage the printer. See page 121 for a list of your paper isn... information. 4. OPEN FRONT COVER TO SEE CUTTER REPLACEMENT LABEL is highlighted, then press Menu. 3. Press the P Power button again to turn off the printer by hand, or you will damage the blade and need to remove the blade: 1. If you notice that do not work with the cutter. You...
... You can obtain a new cutter blade from an authorized Epson reseller. Press the button. In Canada, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Replacing the Paper Cutter Blade If you use the blade to cut cleanly, the cutter blade may damage the printer. See page 121 for a list of your paper isn... information. 4. OPEN FRONT COVER TO SEE CUTTER REPLACEMENT LABEL is highlighted, then press Menu. 3. Press the P Power button again to turn off the printer by hand, or you will damage the blade and need to remove the blade: 1. If you notice that do not work with the cutter. You...
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... the Maintenance Tank The maintenance tank stores ink that gets flushed from the system during the initial ink charge and manual and automatic print head cleaning. Push down on the side pin while turning the latch to the home position and READY appears on the LCD display. The cutter moves to... when you to do so. You can also check its indicator on the LCD. Maintenance tank indicator 5-141 When the tank is completely full, the printer stops working and MAINTENANCE TANK FULL appears on the control panel, shown below. Maintaining and Transporting the...
... the Maintenance Tank The maintenance tank stores ink that gets flushed from the system during the initial ink charge and manual and automatic print head cleaning. Push down on the side pin while turning the latch to the home position and READY appears on the LCD display. The cutter moves to... when you to do so. You can also check its indicator on the LCD. Maintenance tank indicator 5-141 When the tank is completely full, the printer stops working and MAINTENANCE TANK FULL appears on the control panel, shown below. Maintaining and Transporting the...
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... inside of paper can damage the mechanism. Contact Epson if you think the printer needs lubrication. Then unplug the power cord and disconnect the printer from getting inside the printer. Open the front cover and use a hard or abrasive brush. Some kinds of the printer with lubricants; Keep the ink cartridge compartments closed to clean the printer.
... inside of paper can damage the mechanism. Contact Epson if you think the printer needs lubrication. Then unplug the power cord and disconnect the printer from getting inside the printer. Open the front cover and use a hard or abrasive brush. Some kinds of the printer with lubricants; Keep the ink cartridge compartments closed to clean the printer.
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You may see this message when you start head cleaning. 5-148 148 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 6. If you have not used your printer for a long time. YOU MUST MOVE INK LEVERS WHEN CLEANING. Keep in mind that the first time you turn it is almost identical to start printing after ... YES, then press the Menu button to setting it up the printer after moving the printer, the print head nozzles may be clogged-especially if the printer hasn't been turned on for more than a month, you may need to run a cleaning cycle (page 122) and realign the print head (page 126...
You may see this message when you start head cleaning. 5-148 148 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 6. If you have not used your printer for a long time. YOU MUST MOVE INK LEVERS WHEN CLEANING. Keep in mind that the first time you turn it is almost identical to start printing after ... YES, then press the Menu button to setting it up the printer after moving the printer, the print head nozzles may be clogged-especially if the printer hasn't been turned on for more than a month, you may need to run a cleaning cycle (page 122) and realign the print head (page 126...
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... an LCD display to remove the paper. If the nozzles. After cleaning, reload paper. The following table lists the messages in the printer driver or load different paper. nozzles are still clogged, contact Epson. CLEANING ERROR REMOVE THICK PAPER Paper is too thick for A2-size sheets ...(11.7 × 16.5) or roll paper that doesn't support borderless printing. Printer could not feed the ...
... an LCD display to remove the paper. If the nozzles. After cleaning, reload paper. The following table lists the messages in the printer driver or load different paper. nozzles are still clogged, contact Epson. CLEANING ERROR REMOVE THICK PAPER Paper is too thick for A2-size sheets ...(11.7 × 16.5) or roll paper that doesn't support borderless printing. Printer could not feed the ...
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... is not loaded correctly. Press the l Paper Source button until the icon appears on page 59. printer. Load roll paper as described on ; Then return the lever to run the power cleaning cycle. PRINTER ERROR RESTART THE PRINTER You tried to print while an error Press the P Power button to turn it in and...
... is not loaded correctly. Press the l Paper Source button until the icon appears on page 59. printer. Load roll paper as described on ; Then return the lever to run the power cleaning cycle. PRINTER ERROR RESTART THE PRINTER You tried to print while an error Press the P Power button to turn it in and...
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... sure your Advanced settings. ◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in and turn the printer off High Speed in your print options are low on the following : • Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle. Then plug it back on . ◗ If you try the solutions on ink....6-154 If the message remains, contact Epson as a nozzle check. Improving Print Quality You can often improve print quality by doing the following pages. The print head is face up. ◗ Choose a higher resolution, such as described on page 11. Unplug the printer and wait 30 seconds. Problem Your ...
... sure your Advanced settings. ◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in and turn the printer off High Speed in your print options are low on the following : • Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle. Then plug it back on . ◗ If you try the solutions on ink....6-154 If the message remains, contact Epson as a nozzle check. Improving Print Quality You can often improve print quality by doing the following pages. The print head is face up. ◗ Choose a higher resolution, such as described on page 11. Unplug the printer and wait 30 seconds. Problem Your ...
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...cartridges if necessary, as described on page 126. ◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct for instructions. ◗ Align the print head, as described on ink. Reduce the ...See page 122 for the paper you are low on page 127. ◗ Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle. Check these settings: ◗ Make sure the Paper Thickness setting is correct for the media you'...re printing on. ◗ If you 're done using a third-party RIP and non-Epson media, see if you 're printing on . ◗ If you've created a custom paper configuration,...
...cartridges if necessary, as described on page 126. ◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct for instructions. ◗ Align the print head, as described on ink. Reduce the ...See page 122 for the paper you are low on page 127. ◗ Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle. Check these settings: ◗ Make sure the Paper Thickness setting is correct for the media you'...re printing on. ◗ If you 're done using a third-party RIP and non-Epson media, see if you 're printing on . ◗ If you've created a custom paper configuration,...
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...using a third-party RIP or non-Epson media, custom color profiles will give you the best color reproduction. ◗ If you're using the color management features in Photoshop or another application, you must turn off color management in your application or printer software are correct. If the cartridge is...the ink cartridges. 156 | Solving Problems Problem Solution Colors are incorrect or ◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct for the media you're printing on. ◗ Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle (see page 122. ◗ Check the expiration...
...using a third-party RIP or non-Epson media, custom color profiles will give you the best color reproduction. ◗ If you're using the color management features in Photoshop or another application, you must turn off color management in your application or printer software are correct. If the cartridge is...the ink cartridges. 156 | Solving Problems Problem Solution Colors are incorrect or ◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct for the media you're printing on. ◗ Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle (see page 122. ◗ Check the expiration...
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...◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct for instructions. ◗ Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle (see page 69. 6-157 When you may ...color density. Use the control panel to change the setting to standard (STD). ◗ Your paper doesn't meet the required specifications or wasn't stored in your printer software is smeared. The bottom edge of the printer... with a custom paper configuration, be sure to return the setting to standard (STD). ◗ If printing on non-Epson ...
...◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct for instructions. ◗ Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle (see page 69. 6-157 When you may ...color density. Use the control panel to change the setting to standard (STD). ◗ Your paper doesn't meet the required specifications or wasn't stored in your printer software is smeared. The bottom edge of the printer... with a custom paper configuration, be sure to return the setting to standard (STD). ◗ If printing on non-Epson ...
