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... 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 Stand 28...
... 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 Stand 28...
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... Your Printer 47 Guidelines for Using Epson Media 48 Using Roll Paper 48 Roll Paper Guidelines 48 Loading the Paper onto the Spindle 50 Placing the Paper in the Printer 51 ...Basket 62 Catching Printouts From the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 62 Catching Printouts in Front of the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 64 Catching Printouts Under the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 65 Optimizing the Settings for Your...Epson Drivers for Macintosh Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper 72 Choosing Page Setup Options 73 Choosing Basic Print Options 76 Selecting the Correct Media Type Setting 78 Choosing Color...
... Your Printer 47 Guidelines for Using Epson Media 48 Using Roll Paper 48 Roll Paper Guidelines 48 Loading the Paper onto the Spindle 50 Placing the Paper in the Printer 51 ...Basket 62 Catching Printouts From the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 62 Catching Printouts in Front of the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 64 Catching Printouts Under the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 65 Optimizing the Settings for Your...Epson Drivers for Macintosh Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper 72 Choosing Page Setup Options 73 Choosing Basic Print Options 76 Selecting the Correct Media Type Setting 78 Choosing Color...
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... printer's built-in cutter. In addition, you can order these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment Option Automatic Take-Up Reel System (Pro 9880 only) Replacement 44-inch Take-Up Reel Core (Pro 9880 only) Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) - 2- or 3-inch Epson Stylus Pro 7880: Epson Stylus Pro 9880: Paper Roller Spindle (High Tension) - 2- or 3-inch Epson Stylus Pro 7880: Epson Stylus Pro 9880: Manual Media Cutting System* Epson Stylus Pro...
... printer's built-in cutter. In addition, you can order these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment Option Automatic Take-Up Reel System (Pro 9880 only) Replacement 44-inch Take-Up Reel Core (Pro 9880 only) Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) - 2- or 3-inch Epson Stylus Pro 7880: Epson Stylus Pro 9880: Paper Roller Spindle (High Tension) - 2- or 3-inch Epson Stylus Pro 7880: Epson Stylus Pro 9880: Manual Media Cutting System* Epson Stylus Pro...
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...(See page 19 for the Pro 7880 or page 29 for the Pro 9880.) • When setting up the printer, make sure you 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.... Use of power source indicated on the label. • Connect the printer to a properly grounded outlet. Avoid using electrical ...
...(See page 19 for the Pro 7880 or page 29 for the Pro 9880.) • When setting up the printer, make sure you 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.... Use of power source indicated on the label. • Connect the printer to a properly grounded outlet. Avoid using electrical ...
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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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..., or dust. Follow these steps to unpack and set up the printer. The following information: • Unpacking and assembling 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...
..., or dust. Follow these steps to unpack and set up the printer. The following information: • Unpacking and assembling 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...
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... space to set it on page 39. Then move the printer to the place of use. (The casters are needed to unpack the printer, and four are meant for moving . 7. Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 WARNING: Two people are required to set up and use the...of approximately 13 × 13 feet (4 × 4 m) to ship the printer. Unlock the casters. The following illustration shows the minimum space required for using the Epson Stylus Pro 9880: Note: When choosing a place for the printer, leave adequate room for easy access and ventilation. Make sure you need floor ...
... space to set it on page 39. Then move the printer to the place of use. (The casters are needed to unpack the printer, and four are meant for moving . 7. Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 WARNING: Two people are required to set up and use the...of approximately 13 × 13 feet (4 × 4 m) to ship the printer. Unlock the casters. The following illustration shows the minimum space required for using the Epson Stylus Pro 9880: Note: When choosing a place for the printer, leave adequate room for easy access and ventilation. Make sure you need floor ...
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Note: The illustrations in the following sections show the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, but the instructions are the same for more information. Connect the power cord to the bottom of the printer. 2. Otherwise, you find that is curled too tightly to eject properly, attach the 5 paper guides to the AC inlet... cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. 39 If you may accidentally shut off the printer and cause damage. 3. Route the power cord through one of the hooks on the back of the printer. Connecting the Power Cord 1. Caution: Do not use an outlet that your roll paper...
Note: The illustrations in the following sections show the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, but the instructions are the same for more information. Connect the power cord to the bottom of the printer. 2. Otherwise, you find that is curled too tightly to eject properly, attach the 5 paper guides to the AC inlet... cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. 39 If you may accidentally shut off the printer and cause damage. 3. Route the power cord through one of the hooks on the back of the printer. Connecting the Power Cord 1. Caution: Do not use an outlet that your roll paper...
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... basket • Optimizing the settings for your paper Selecting Media for Your Printer Epson offers a variety of paper stock in . If you use non-Epson paper or other media, for instructions. 49 49 Chapter 2: Handling Paper and Other Media The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 print on -screen User's Guide. core: 6 in. (150 mm) Cut sheets...
... basket • Optimizing the settings for your paper Selecting Media for Your Printer Epson offers a variety of paper stock in . If you use non-Epson paper or other media, for instructions. 49 49 Chapter 2: Handling Paper and Other Media The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 print on -screen User's Guide. core: 6 in. (150 mm) Cut sheets...
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... storing your bare hands. or 3-inch core and a width of up to high temperature, humidity, or direct sunlight. • Store sheet media on Epson paper and other media: • Avoid touching the printable surface with a 2- Using Roll Paper You can use cotton gloves. • Be careful not...the correct paper source (roll or sheet) in both the printer driver software and on the LCD display. Roll Paper Guidelines When printing on roll paper, be exposed to 24 inches (61 cm) [Pro 7880], or 44 inches (112 cm) [Pro 9880]. Fingerprints may affect print quality. Press the l Paper ...
... storing your bare hands. or 3-inch core and a width of up to high temperature, humidity, or direct sunlight. • Store sheet media on Epson paper and other media: • Avoid touching the printable surface with a 2- Using Roll Paper You can use cotton gloves. • Be careful not...the correct paper source (roll or sheet) in both the printer driver software and on the LCD display. Roll Paper Guidelines When printing on roll paper, be exposed to 24 inches (61 cm) [Pro 7880], or 44 inches (112 cm) [Pro 9880]. Fingerprints may affect print quality. Press the l Paper ...
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...Press the Menu button again to save the setting. Press the Menu button. 5. Press the button to select the Printer Setup menu and highlight PLATEN GAP. 3. roll (Auto Cut 6. Press the Menu button. 2. Press the d or...button to highlight ON. 6. Using Cut Sheet Paper You can print trim lines on the LCD. The printer accepts sheets in widths from your roll paper on the spindle when you see page 93 (Mac OS...lines from letter size to 24 inches (61 cm) [Pro 7880] or 44 inches (112 cm) [Pro 9880]. Handling Paper and Other Media | 57 4. You can leave your printer driver software.
...Press the Menu button again to save the setting. Press the Menu button. 5. Press the button to select the Printer Setup menu and highlight PLATEN GAP. 3. roll (Auto Cut 6. Press the Menu button. 2. Press the d or...button to highlight ON. 6. Using Cut Sheet Paper You can print trim lines on the LCD. The printer accepts sheets in widths from your roll paper on the spindle when you see page 93 (Mac OS...lines from letter size to 24 inches (61 cm) [Pro 7880] or 44 inches (112 cm) [Pro 9880]. Handling Paper and Other Media | 57 4. You can leave your printer driver software.
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... roll paper cover. 60 Set the paper basket to catch your printouts in front of the paper is loaded for instructions. 2. You can print on Epson Enhanced Matte Posterboard or other media more than 19 mil (0.5 mm) thick: 1. After it up to print on the spindle, but make sure you meet... cover. 5. To remove your page. Make sure the right edge of the printer. Press the Pause button. Follow these steps to 24 × 30 inches (61 × 76 cm) [Pro 7880] or 30 × 40 inches (76 × 102 cm) [Pro 9880]. Make sure no other paper is straight and aligned with the vertical...
... roll paper cover. 60 Set the paper basket to catch your printouts in front of the paper is loaded for instructions. 2. You can print on Epson Enhanced Matte Posterboard or other media more than 19 mil (0.5 mm) thick: 1. After it up to print on the spindle, but make sure you meet... cover. 5. To remove your page. Make sure the right edge of the printer. Press the Pause button. Follow these steps to 24 × 30 inches (61 × 76 cm) [Pro 7880] or 30 × 40 inches (76 × 102 cm) [Pro 9880]. Make sure no other paper is straight and aligned with the vertical...
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... seconds. Align the board with the vertical line on the LCD display. 10. Print your page. Support tab 7. After it long-edge first, in the printer. 11. 62 | Handling Paper and Other Media Note: If you're using stock more than 39 inches (99 cm) long, load it is finished, ...the posterboard stays in landscape orientation (Pro 9880 only). 6. Then close the front cover. 9. The printer feeds the board into the paper slot until it while releasing the paper lever. 62 To remove the print, hold it meets...
... seconds. Align the board with the vertical line on the LCD display. 10. Print your page. Support tab 7. After it long-edge first, in the printer. 11. 62 | Handling Paper and Other Media Note: If you're using stock more than 39 inches (99 cm) long, load it is finished, ...the posterboard stays in landscape orientation (Pro 9880 only). 6. Then close the front cover. 9. The printer feeds the board into the paper slot until it while releasing the paper lever. 62 To remove the print, hold it meets...
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... in length. 64 Catching Printouts From the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 To catch printouts in front of the printer, pull the paper basket forward as they come out. Use this method for the Pro 9880. The basket keeps your printouts as shown below for the Epson Stylus Pro 7880, or page 66 or page 67 ...for posterboard or any prints that are 36 inches or more in front of the printer. Follow the instructions below . Using the Paper...
... in length. 64 Catching Printouts From the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 To catch printouts in front of the printer, pull the paper basket forward as they come out. Use this method for the Pro 9880. The basket keeps your printouts as shown below for the Epson Stylus Pro 7880, or page 66 or page 67 ...for posterboard or any prints that are 36 inches or more in front of the printer. Follow the instructions below . Using the Paper...
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66 | Handling Paper and Other Media Catching Printouts in Front of the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Follow the steps below . 2. Then push the lower rods down, so that are in . Slide the upper metal rods all the way in front of ... the basket in front of the basket is any prints that they are 62 inches (157 cm) or longer. 1. Make sure the surface of the printer. Use this method for posterboard or any slack, the paper may not slide properly to the floor. 66 If you are using the paper guides...
66 | Handling Paper and Other Media Catching Printouts in Front of the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Follow the steps below . 2. Then push the lower rods down, so that are in . Slide the upper metal rods all the way in front of ... the basket in front of the basket is any prints that they are 62 inches (157 cm) or longer. 1. Make sure the surface of the printer. Use this method for posterboard or any slack, the paper may not slide properly to the floor. 66 If you are using the paper guides...
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Remove the metal rod from the upper basket hooks. 2. Handling Paper and Other Media | 67 Catching Printouts Under the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Follow these steps to catch printouts under the printer: 1. Pull the upper hooks out all the way, and place the metal rod back on the hooks. 67
Remove the metal rod from the upper basket hooks. 2. Handling Paper and Other Media | 67 Catching Printouts Under the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Follow these steps to catch printouts under the printer: 1. Pull the upper hooks out all the way, and place the metal rod back on the hooks. 67
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.... Make sure any profiles you can have installed the Epson printer driver and utilities from your operating system. For instructions on -screen User's Guide for your printer for Macintosh Your Epson Stylus Pro 7880 or Pro 9880 comes with drivers and utilities that may become available. ...This chapter includes the following information for Mac OS X: • Choosing page setup settings for updated drivers and utilities that let you the most accurate colors ...
.... Make sure any profiles you can have installed the Epson printer driver and utilities from your operating system. For instructions on -screen User's Guide for your printer for Macintosh Your Epson Stylus Pro 7880 or Pro 9880 comes with drivers and utilities that may become available. ...This chapter includes the following information for Mac OS X: • Choosing page setup settings for updated drivers and utilities that let you the most accurate colors ...
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...with the Auto Expand option provide the best solution for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper For true borderless printing on page 83. 82 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Note: Make sure you set the margins to zero when printing a custom page size for guidelines: Roll paper width 10 inches ...mm) 36.34 inches (923.0 mm) 36.23 inches (920.2 mm) 43.8 inches (1112.5 mm) 44.34 inches (1126.2 mm) 44.23 inches (1123.4 mm) * Epson Stylus Pro 9880 only 82 See the table below for borderless printing. Your image may be clipped on the left and right edges, but you can select a Paper...
...with the Auto Expand option provide the best solution for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper For true borderless printing on page 83. 82 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Note: Make sure you set the margins to zero when printing a custom page size for guidelines: Roll paper width 10 inches ...mm) 36.34 inches (923.0 mm) 36.23 inches (920.2 mm) 43.8 inches (1112.5 mm) 44.34 inches (1126.2 mm) 44.23 inches (1123.4 mm) * Epson Stylus Pro 9880 only 82 See the table below for borderless printing. Your image may be clipped on the left and right edges, but you can select a Paper...
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Radiant White PremierArt Water Resistant Canvas 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 ... Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Enhanced Matte Paper Enhanced Matte Paper Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Somerset® Velvet (roll paper only) 89 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh | 89 For this media Select this Media Type setting* Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Glossy Photo...
Radiant White PremierArt Water Resistant Canvas 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 ... Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper Enhanced Matte Paper Enhanced Matte Paper Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Somerset® Velvet (roll paper only) 89 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh | 89 For this media Select this Media Type setting* Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Glossy Photo...
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... page 45 for instructions If you install the Epson printer driver, the ready-made profiles are located in the driver itself. 99 Chapter 4: Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Your Epson Stylus Pro 7880 or Pro 9880 comes with drivers and utilities that may become available. A color-managed workflow using Photoshop and a color-calibrated monitor will give you have them...
... page 45 for instructions If you install the Epson printer driver, the ready-made profiles are located in the driver itself. 99 Chapter 4: Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Your Epson Stylus Pro 7880 or Pro 9880 comes with drivers and utilities that may become available. A color-managed workflow using Photoshop and a color-calibrated monitor will give you have them...