Network Guide
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... Printing Control Configure the desired settings for Printing Control. Information - Displays the port type setting, either the paper or ink is completely out, the printer is offline, there is a paper jam, the cover is not updated automatically. Green indicates that either Auto, MDI, ...or MDI-X The background color of the printer attached to display the latest printer information. Red indicates that the printer is low. The printer status is open, or an error has occurred. Press Refresh to the network interface...
... Printing Control Configure the desired settings for Printing Control. Information - Displays the port type setting, either the paper or ink is completely out, the printer is offline, there is a paper jam, the cover is not updated automatically. Green indicates that either Auto, MDI, ...or MDI-X The background color of the printer attached to display the latest printer information. Red indicates that the printer is low. The printer status is open, or an error has occurred. Press Refresh to the network interface...
Printer Guide
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... Requirements 12 Important Safety Instructions 13 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 15 Printer Parts 16 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 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 9880 27 Unpacking and Assembling the...
... Requirements 12 Important Safety Instructions 13 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 15 Printer Parts 16 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 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 9880 27 Unpacking and Assembling the...
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Contents | 7 4 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper 90 Choosing Basic Print Options 91 Selecting the Correct Media Type Setting 93 Choosing Color Management Options 95 Choosing Roll Paper Options 97 Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options...Cleaning the Print Head 123 Running a Power Cleaning Cycle 124 Aligning the Print Head 125 Replacing Ink Cartridges 126 Switching Black Ink Cartridges 130 Draining the Old Ink 130 Installing the New Black Ink Cartridge 132 Updating the Printer Driver Information 133 Changing the Date and Time 134 7
Contents | 7 4 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper 90 Choosing Basic Print Options 91 Selecting the Correct Media Type Setting 93 Choosing Color Management Options 95 Choosing Roll Paper Options 97 Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options...Cleaning the Print Head 123 Running a Power Cleaning Cycle 124 Aligning the Print Head 125 Replacing Ink Cartridges 126 Switching Black Ink Cartridges 130 Draining the Old Ink 130 Installing the New Black Ink Cartridge 132 Updating the Printer Driver Information 133 Changing the Date and Time 134 7
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...New Cutter Blade 138 Replacing the Maintenance Tank 139 Cleaning the Printer 141 Transporting or Storing the Printer 142 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 143 Moving the Printer on the Stand 145 Setting Up the Printer After Transportation 146 6 Solving Problems Diagnosing Problems 147 Checking ... 158 Fixing Paper Eject Problems 159 Clearing Paper Jams 160 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver 162 A Specifications Environmental 163 Electrical 163 Dimensions and Weight 164 Printer Interfaces 164 Safety Approvals 164 Media 164 Roll Paper 164 Cut Sheets 165 Printable ...
...New Cutter Blade 138 Replacing the Maintenance Tank 139 Cleaning the Printer 141 Transporting or Storing the Printer 142 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 143 Moving the Printer on the Stand 145 Setting Up the Printer After Transportation 146 6 Solving Problems Diagnosing Problems 147 Checking ... 158 Fixing Paper Eject Problems 159 Clearing Paper Jams 160 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver 162 A Specifications Environmental 163 Electrical 163 Dimensions and Weight 164 Printer Interfaces 164 Safety Approvals 164 Media 164 Roll Paper 164 Cut Sheets 165 Printable ...
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... Tips Please follow these guidelines as 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. Tips contain additional hints on setting up and using your printer on the CD-ROM provides additional information about your...
... Tips Please follow these guidelines as 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. Tips contain additional hints on setting up and using your printer on the CD-ROM provides additional information about your...
Printer Guide
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...) Replacement 44-inch Take-Up Reel Core (Pro 9880 only) Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) - 2- Options and Accessories Your Epson Stylus® Pro 7880/9880 offers these user-replaceable items: Consumables and user-replaceable parts Part Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank (see page 157) Replacement Printer Cutter Blade (see page 154) Ink Cartridges Part number C12C890191 C12C815291 See page 145...
...) Replacement 44-inch Take-Up Reel Core (Pro 9880 only) Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) - 2- Options and Accessories Your Epson Stylus® Pro 7880/9880 offers these user-replaceable items: Consumables and user-replaceable parts Part Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank (see page 157) Replacement Printer Cutter Blade (see page 154) Ink Cartridges Part number C12C890191 C12C815291 See page 145...
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... your Unit ID number, which is included with the Epson Preferred Limited Warranty Plan information that came with your printer. You can purchase online at epson.com/support and select your product for installing the printer software 13 Before you call, make sure you experience ...or e-mail Epson with the toll-free line or your questions. To find the nearest reseller, visit www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. Or you can purchase optional equipment and genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. Where To Get Help Epson provides technical support...
... your Unit ID number, which is included with the Epson Preferred Limited Warranty Plan information that came with your printer. You can purchase online at epson.com/support and select your product for installing the printer software 13 Before you call, make sure you experience ...or e-mail Epson with the toll-free line or your questions. To find the nearest reseller, visit www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. Or you can purchase optional equipment and genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. Where To Get Help Epson provides technical support...
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...fire or electric shock. • Do not use the equipment safely and effectively. • The printer weighs about 108 lb (49 kg) [Epson Stylus Pro 7880] or 198 lb (90 kg) [Epson Stylus Pro 9880] without ink or paper. Avoid using an outlet on the same circuit as loudspeakers or the base units of... cordless telephones. • Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged. ...
...fire or electric shock. • Do not use the equipment safely and effectively. • The printer weighs about 108 lb (49 kg) [Epson Stylus Pro 7880] or 198 lb (90 kg) [Epson Stylus Pro 9880] without ink or paper. Avoid using an outlet on the same circuit as loudspeakers or the base units of... cordless telephones. • Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged. ...
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... with soap and water. Doing so may affect normal operation and printing. 17 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink. • Store ink cartridges in the same environment as this product. Introduction | 17 Caution: Do ... touches. • Do not touch the ink supply port, its surrounding area, or the green IC chip on the side of the ink cartridge. If ink gets in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check. •...
... with soap and water. Doing so may affect normal operation and printing. 17 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink. • Store ink cartridges in the same environment as this product. Introduction | 17 Caution: Do ... touches. • Do not touch the ink supply port, its surrounding area, or the green IC chip on the side of the ink cartridge. If ink gets in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check. •...
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Roll paper on spindle Roll paper cover Roll paper mounting bracket Paper lever Front cover Control panel Ink cartridge compartment Ink cartridge compartment Paper basket Casters Network interface Maintenance tank (Pro 9880 includes two tanks, one on each side of printer) 18 USB interface AC inlet Paper straps (Pro 9880 only) 18 | Introduction Printer Parts These illustrations show the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, but the parts are the same for the Pro 7880 unless otherwise noted.
Roll paper on spindle Roll paper cover Roll paper mounting bracket Paper lever Front cover Control panel Ink cartridge compartment Ink cartridge compartment Paper basket Casters Network interface Maintenance tank (Pro 9880 includes two tanks, one on each side of printer) 18 USB interface AC inlet Paper straps (Pro 9880 only) 18 | Introduction Printer Parts These illustrations show the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, but the parts are the same for the Pro 7880 unless otherwise noted.
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... the Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 • Connecting the power cord • Installing ink • Connecting to your printer and its stand. (If you have the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, see page 29 instead.) Before you begin, make sure you have sufficient space to set up and use the printer. Also...the minimum space required for using the Epson Stylus Pro 7880: Note: When choosing a place for the printer, leave adequate room for a network Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 WARNING: Two people are required to unpack and set up the printer. Follow these steps to assemble your computer...
... the Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 • Connecting the power cord • Installing ink • Connecting to your printer and its stand. (If you have the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, see page 29 instead.) Before you begin, make sure you have sufficient space to set up and use the printer. Also...the minimum space required for using the Epson Stylus Pro 7880: Note: When choosing a place for the printer, leave adequate room for a network Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 WARNING: Two people are required to unpack and set up the printer. Follow these steps to assemble your computer...
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Setting Up the Printer | 23 2. Note: The printer includes a Photo Black cartridge. See page 144. Remove the ink cartridges and other accessories from the side as shown. 3. Lift the box up and away from the sides of the box as ...the Matte Black cartridge can be purchased separately. Remove ink cartridges and accessories # " 4. Make sure you prefer to the printer: Power cord Roll paper and spindle Spindle adapters 8 Ink cartridges Photo/Matte Black Ink Conversion Kit 23 2 Paper guides Remove the handles from the printer. If you have all the items shown below ....
Setting Up the Printer | 23 2. Note: The printer includes a Photo Black cartridge. See page 144. Remove the ink cartridges and other accessories from the side as shown. 3. Lift the box up and away from the sides of the box as ...the Matte Black cartridge can be purchased separately. Remove ink cartridges and accessories # " 4. Make sure you prefer to the printer: Power cord Roll paper and spindle Spindle adapters 8 Ink cartridges Photo/Matte Black Ink Conversion Kit 23 2 Paper guides Remove the handles from the printer. If you have all the items shown below ....
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26 | Setting Up the Printer 4. Remove any packing tape. Then unscrew the bolt and remove the bracket as shown. Note: To prevent paper jams, don't place the bolt back in case you need to locate the bolt and bracket securing the print head. Follow the red wire to ship the printer. Check these areas: • the front cover • the ink compartment covers • the maintenance tank (on the right side near the bottom) 6. Bolt 26 Open the front cover. Save the bolt and bracket in the printer. 5. Fasten the printer to the stand with the wing screws and washers.
26 | Setting Up the Printer 4. Remove any packing tape. Then unscrew the bolt and remove the bracket as shown. Note: To prevent paper jams, don't place the bolt back in case you need to locate the bolt and bracket securing the print head. Follow the red wire to ship the printer. Check these areas: • the front cover • the ink compartment covers • the maintenance tank (on the right side near the bottom) 6. Bolt 26 Open the front cover. Save the bolt and bracket in the printer. 5. Fasten the printer to the stand with the wing screws and washers.
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... Matte Black, the Matte Black cartridge can be purchased separately. See page 144. 3. Remove ink cartridges and accessories # " Note: The printer includes a Photo Black cartridge. Make sure you prefer to the printer: Power cord Spindle adapters Roll paper and spindle 8 Ink cartridges Photo/Matte Black Ink Conversion Kit 5 Paper guides 32 32 | Setting Up the...
... Matte Black, the Matte Black cartridge can be purchased separately. See page 144. 3. Remove ink cartridges and accessories # " Note: The printer includes a Photo Black cartridge. Make sure you prefer to the printer: Power cord Spindle adapters Roll paper and spindle 8 Ink cartridges Photo/Matte Black Ink Conversion Kit 5 Paper guides 32 32 | Setting Up the...
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Remove any packing tape from the front cover, ink compartment covers, and maintenance tank. Follow the red wire to ship the printer. Save the bolt and bracket in case you remove all the tape. 6. Check underneath and on the sides of the printer to make sure you need to locate the screw and bracket securing the print head. Setting Up the Printer | 35 5. Bolt 35 Then unscrew the bolt and remove the bracket, as shown. Open the front cover.
Remove any packing tape from the front cover, ink compartment covers, and maintenance tank. Follow the red wire to ship the printer. Save the bolt and bracket in case you remove all the tape. 6. Check underneath and on the sides of the printer to make sure you need to locate the screw and bracket securing the print head. Setting Up the Printer | 35 5. Bolt 35 Then unscrew the bolt and remove the bracket, as shown. Open the front cover.
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...are provided mainly to charge the ink system. Installing Ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for up to one-third of the ink in the unlocked (raised) position. Press both ink compartment covers to be used. Remove the ink cartridges from their packages, then gently... (sold separately; The cartridges shipped with your printer are in each cartridge. 40 Ink lever 3. During the initial installation process, it is Photo Black. 40 | Setting Up the Printer Note: The default black ink cartridge is normal for initial ink charging. Press the P Power button to turn...
...are provided mainly to charge the ink system. Installing Ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for up to one-third of the ink in the unlocked (raised) position. Press both ink compartment covers to be used. Remove the ink cartridges from their packages, then gently... (sold separately; The cartridges shipped with your printer are in each cartridge. 40 Ink lever 3. During the initial installation process, it is Photo Black. 40 | Setting Up the Printer Note: The default black ink cartridge is normal for initial ink charging. Press the P Power button to turn...
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...Make sure you need to close the ink compartment covers. When messages appear on the LCD display. Caution: Charging takes about 12 minutes. After ink charging is completed, you insert each cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer, then insert it into the correct... slot and that you may damage the printer. 5. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system and the P Power light ...
...Make sure you need to close the ink compartment covers. When messages appear on the LCD display. Caution: Charging takes about 12 minutes. After ink charging is completed, you insert each cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer, then insert it into the correct... slot and that you may damage the printer. 5. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system and the P Power light ...
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You can also make the print head wait up to 10 seconds after each pass to allow ink to print out a list of paper numbers showing the settings for thick media. Choose a lower value if you decrease the cutting blade pressure for thinner ..., or adjust the speed for each setting. After you create paper configurations, you can make similar settings using the printer driver software. Choose the number with non-Epson media and avoid smearing the ink. Press u or d to determine the cleanest cut for the most evenly overlapping lines. Examine the printed pattern for your...
You can also make the print head wait up to 10 seconds after each pass to allow ink to print out a list of paper numbers showing the settings for thick media. Choose a lower value if you decrease the cutting blade pressure for thinner ..., or adjust the speed for each setting. After you create paper configurations, you can make similar settings using the printer driver software. Choose the number with non-Epson media and avoid smearing the ink. Press u or d to determine the cleanest cut for the most evenly overlapping lines. Examine the printed pattern for your...
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... Piezo Pro Matte Canvas Textured Fine Art Paper Textured Fine Art Paper UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper Canvas Canvas Doubleweight Matte Paper Doubleweight Matte Paper Singleweight Matte Paper Singleweight Matte Paper Presentation Paper Matte Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper... Enhanced Matte Paper Enhanced Matte Paper Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Somerset® Velvet (roll paper only) 89 Radiant White Watercolor Paper - Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh | 89 For this ...
... Piezo Pro Matte Canvas Textured Fine Art Paper Textured Fine Art Paper UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper Canvas Canvas Doubleweight Matte Paper Doubleweight Matte Paper Singleweight Matte Paper Singleweight Matte Paper Presentation Paper Matte Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper... Enhanced Matte Paper Enhanced Matte Paper Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Somerset® Velvet (roll paper only) 89 Radiant White Watercolor Paper - Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh | 89 For this ...
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... custom color profile was created to fine-tune its performance. 1. Select Paper Configuration from three Gamma settings. Printing With Epson Drivers for brightness, contrast, saturation, and CMY inks. In most cases, you use a color-managed ICC workflow in your application. • ColorSync for mapping colors to specify individual values for Macintosh | 91 2. See your printer's profile...
... custom color profile was created to fine-tune its performance. 1. Select Paper Configuration from three Gamma settings. Printing With Epson Drivers for brightness, contrast, saturation, and CMY inks. In most cases, you use a color-managed ICC workflow in your application. • ColorSync for mapping colors to specify individual values for Macintosh | 91 2. See your printer's profile...