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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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... warranty Part number C12C815251 C815121 C12C811161 C12C811151 C12C811155 C12C811152 C12C815231 C815182 C815192 EPP7898B1 EPP7898B2 * Designed for accessories and options that are currently available. or 3-inch Epson Stylus Pro 7880: Epson Stylus Pro 9880: Paper Roller Spindle (High Tension) - 2- In addition, you can damage the printer's built-in cutter.
... warranty Part number C12C815251 C815121 C12C811161 C12C811151 C12C811155 C12C811152 C12C815231 C815182 C815192 EPP7898B1 EPP7898B2 * Designed for accessories and options that are currently available. or 3-inch Epson Stylus Pro 7880: Epson Stylus Pro 9880: Paper Roller Spindle (High Tension) - 2- In addition, you can damage the printer's built-in cutter.
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... cord may result in 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. Make sure you use a damaged or frayed power cord. 15 The... printer will not operate properly if it is designed for use with the printer only. Use of heavy stock or posterboard. (See...
... cord may result in 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. Make sure you use a damaged or frayed power cord. 15 The... printer will not operate properly if it is designed for use with the printer only. Use of heavy stock or posterboard. (See...
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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. 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)
Printer Guide
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..., or dust. Follow these steps to set up and use 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 set up and use 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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...Before you begin, make sure you have sufficient space to ship the printer. Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 WARNING: Two people are required to unpack the printer, and four are meant for moving the printer for only a short distance.) Lock the casters after moving. 7. ... to "Connecting the Power Cord" on the stand. 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 more information. 6. Unlock the casters. Make sure you need floor space of the...
...Before you begin, make sure you have sufficient space to ship the printer. Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 WARNING: Two people are required to unpack the printer, and four are meant for moving the printer for only a short distance.) Lock the casters after moving. 7. ... to "Connecting the Power Cord" on the stand. 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 more information. 6. Unlock the casters. Make sure you need floor space of the...
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...following sections show the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, but the instructions are the same for more information. Route the power cord through one of the hooks on the back of the printer. Connect the power cord to the bottom of the printer. 2. If you may accidentally shut off the printer and cause damage. ...3. Caution: Do not use an outlet that your roll paper is controlled by an automatic timer or wall switch. See page 179 for the Pro 7880. Plug the power cord ...
...following sections show the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, but the instructions are the same for more information. Route the power cord through one of the hooks on the back of the printer. Connect the power cord to the bottom of the printer. 2. If you may accidentally shut off the printer and cause damage. ...3. Caution: Do not use an outlet that your roll paper is controlled by an automatic timer or wall switch. See page 179 for the Pro 7880. Plug the power cord ...
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...mm) Always test samples of coated, glossy, matte, and fine art paper, as well as other media, you can also use : Supported paper sizes Pro 9880 Pro 7880 Maximum external roll diameter Thickness Roll paper 8 to 44.0 in. (203 to 1118 mm) wide 8 to 24.0 in. (203 to adjust ...you use non-Epson paper or other media, for your paper Selecting Media for Your Printer Epson offers a variety of paper stock in widths up to 24 inches (610 mm) [Pro 7880] or 44 inches (1118 mm) [Pro 9880]. 49 Chapter 2: Handling Paper and Other Media The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 print on -screen...
...mm) Always test samples of coated, glossy, matte, and fine art paper, as well as other media, you can also use : Supported paper sizes Pro 9880 Pro 7880 Maximum external roll diameter Thickness Roll paper 8 to 44.0 in. (203 to 1118 mm) wide 8 to 24.0 in. (203 to adjust ...you use non-Epson paper or other media, for your paper Selecting Media for Your Printer Epson offers a variety of paper stock in widths up to 24 inches (610 mm) [Pro 7880] or 44 inches (1118 mm) [Pro 9880]. 49 Chapter 2: Handling Paper and Other Media The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 print on -screen...
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...your printouts from getting dirty or scratched. 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. 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 length. 64 Use this method for the Pro 9880. Follow ...
...your printouts from getting dirty or scratched. 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. 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 length. 64 Use this method for the Pro 9880. Follow ...
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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. Use this method for posterboard or any slack, the paper may not slide properly to set up the basket in front ... push the lower rods down, so that are using the paper guides, make sure they rest on the floor. 3. Make sure the surface of the printer. If you are 62 inches (157 cm) or longer. 1.
66 | Handling Paper and Other Media Catching Printouts in Front of the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Follow the steps below . 2. Use this method for posterboard or any slack, the paper may not slide properly to set up the basket in front ... push the lower rods down, so that are using the paper guides, make sure they rest on the floor. 3. Make sure the surface of the printer. If you are 62 inches (157 cm) or longer. 1.
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Remove the metal rod from the upper basket hooks. 2. Pull the upper hooks out all the way, and place the metal rod back on the hooks. 67 Handling Paper and Other Media | 67 Catching Printouts Under the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Follow these steps to catch printouts under the printer: 1.
Remove the metal rod from the upper basket hooks. 2. Pull the upper hooks out all the way, and place the metal rod back on the hooks. 67 Handling Paper and Other Media | 67 Catching Printouts Under the Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Follow these steps to catch printouts under the printer: 1.
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... monitor will give you can use are automatically copied to configure your connection and set up the printer in the standard folder for your printer for color photos. You also need to the right folder. com for updated drivers and utilities that let you have the...; Managing print jobs 81 Make sure any profiles you install the Epson printer driver, the ready-made profiles are located in the Printer Setup Utility. 81 Chapter 3: Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Your Epson Stylus Pro 7880 or Pro 9880 comes with drivers and utilities that may become available. For the ...
... monitor will give you can use are automatically copied to configure your connection and set up the printer in the standard folder for your printer for color photos. You also need to the right folder. com for updated drivers and utilities that let you have the...; Managing print jobs 81 Make sure any profiles you install the Epson printer driver, the ready-made profiles are located in the Printer Setup Utility. 81 Chapter 3: Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Your Epson Stylus Pro 7880 or Pro 9880 comes with drivers and utilities that may become available. For the ...
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....3 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 Or you can create a image width almost equal to the width of the roll media. See the table below for guidelines: Roll paper... paper width and by adjusting the length by adding 0.1 inch (2.54 mm) to zero when printing a custom page size for borderless printing. 82 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Note: Make sure you set the margins to it.
....3 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 Or you can create a image width almost equal to the width of the roll media. See the table below for guidelines: Roll paper... paper width and by adjusting the length by adding 0.1 inch (2.54 mm) to zero when printing a custom page size for borderless printing. 82 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Note: Make sure you set the margins to it.
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...page 100 to size your printer for color photos. See page 45 for instructions If you can use 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. This chapter includes the following information: • Choosing basic print options • Choosing color management options • Choosing roll...
...page 100 to size your printer for color photos. See page 45 for instructions If you can use 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. This chapter includes the following information: • Choosing basic print options • Choosing color management options • Choosing roll...
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100 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper For true borderless printing on roll paper, you can select either Auto Expand or ... mm) 12.8 inches (325.1 mm) 15.8 inches (401.3 mm) 16.8 inches (426.7 mm) 23.8 inches (604.5 mm) 35.8 inches (909.3 mm) 43.8 inches (1112.5 mm) * Epson Stylus Pro 9880 only Image width (with minimal image clipping because you need to size your image according to the roll paper width and by adjusting the length...
100 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper For true borderless printing on roll paper, you can select either Auto Expand or ... mm) 12.8 inches (325.1 mm) 15.8 inches (401.3 mm) 16.8 inches (426.7 mm) 23.8 inches (604.5 mm) 35.8 inches (909.3 mm) 43.8 inches (1112.5 mm) * Epson Stylus Pro 9880 only Image width (with minimal image clipping because you need to size your image according to the roll paper width and by adjusting the length...
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... print out a status check (described in this chapter, you can check the amount of ink remaining, the total number of prints, and the status of printer settings. 135 Chapter 6: Maintaining and Transporting the Printer The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 require little maintenance to fine-tune a variety of your...
... print out a status check (described in this chapter, you can check the amount of ink remaining, the total number of prints, and the status of printer settings. 135 Chapter 6: Maintaining and Transporting the Printer The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 require little maintenance to fine-tune a variety of your...
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.... 158 Make sure the printer is used tank in the tank(s) as follows: 100-81% 80-61% 60-41% 40-21% 20% to nearly full Tank nearly full Tank full Tank error or no maintenance tank The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 has one maintenance tank (on the right side), and the Pro 9880 has two (one... of the maintenance tanks is full. The printer will not print if one on either side). If you can switch the tanks...
.... 158 Make sure the printer is used tank in the tank(s) as follows: 100-81% 80-61% 60-41% 40-21% 20% to nearly full Tank nearly full Tank full Tank error or no maintenance tank The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 has one maintenance tank (on the right side), and the Pro 9880 has two (one... of the maintenance tanks is full. The printer will not print if one on either side). If you can switch the tanks...
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...Printer 5. Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Caster locks Epson Stylus Pro 7880 WARNING: The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 weighs about setting up the printer after transporting it . Before you remove the printer from the stand, make sure the casters are locked. See page 164 for the correct holding position.) Epson Stylus Pro 7880 Stylus Pro 9880... 8. Remove the two wing nuts and lock washers securing the printer to the stand (underneath the printer). Lift the printer using the hand grips where provided. (See...
...Printer 5. Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Caster locks Epson Stylus Pro 7880 WARNING: The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 weighs about setting up the printer after transporting it . Before you remove the printer from the stand, make sure the casters are locked. See page 164 for the correct holding position.) Epson Stylus Pro 7880 Stylus Pro 9880... 8. Remove the two wing nuts and lock washers securing the printer to the stand (underneath the printer). Lift the printer using the hand grips where provided. (See...
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Setting Up the Printer After Transportation Setting up the printer after moving the printer, the print head nozzles may need to run a cleaning cycle (page 139) and realign the print head (page 143) to its new location, ... transporting it is almost identical to setting it up for a long time. Carefully roll the printer to ensure good print quality. 164 You may be clogged-especially if the printer hasn't been turned on for the first time. 164 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 6. Release the front casters. Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Caster locks Epson Stylus Pro 7880 7.
Setting Up the Printer After Transportation Setting up the printer after moving the printer, the print head nozzles may need to run a cleaning cycle (page 139) and realign the print head (page 143) to its new location, ... transporting it is almost identical to setting it up for a long time. Carefully roll the printer to ensure good print quality. 164 You may be clogged-especially if the printer hasn't been turned on for the first time. 164 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 6. Release the front casters. Epson Stylus Pro 9880 Caster locks Epson Stylus Pro 7880 7.