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...: 09/25/2002 Originator: MS PSB.2002.09.004 Authorization: N/A Total Pages: EPSON Stylus Pro 9000, 9500, 9600, 7000, 7500, 7600, 10000, 10600, 5000, 5500 and Stylus Color 3000 Printers PostScript Printing Support for Mac OS X Native Mode This bulletin provides instructions for PostScript printing by simply installing the appropriate RIP PPD. • EFI RS 5000 LX Series...
...: 09/25/2002 Originator: MS PSB.2002.09.004 Authorization: N/A Total Pages: EPSON Stylus Pro 9000, 9500, 9600, 7000, 7500, 7600, 10000, 10600, 5000, 5500 and Stylus Color 3000 Printers PostScript Printing Support for Mac OS X Native Mode This bulletin provides instructions for PostScript printing by simply installing the appropriate RIP PPD. • EFI RS 5000 LX Series...
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Navigate to add your PPD file. Your Mac OS X Client should scan the network and find all your devices. Repeat the process to the location of the printer under the Printer Model section. 2. Then select AppleTalk from the top sub-menu and your printer from the list and click on the Printer Model sub-menu. Select your AppleTalk zone if applicable. 3. Click on the Add button. The Print Center should now be ready to continue. 4. After selecting the PPD file it should reflect the name of your additional queues. Select Other to print. 2 Click on the Add button. 5.
Navigate to add your PPD file. Your Mac OS X Client should scan the network and find all your devices. Repeat the process to the location of the printer under the Printer Model section. 2. Then select AppleTalk from the top sub-menu and your printer from the list and click on the Printer Model sub-menu. Select your AppleTalk zone if applicable. 3. Click on the Add button. The Print Center should now be ready to continue. 4. After selecting the PPD file it should reflect the name of your additional queues. Select Other to print. 2 Click on the Add button. 5.
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Open the Print Center, which can be found on the Printer Model sub-menu and select Other. 3 Utilities 2. Enter the IP Address of the Postscript Server under Applications - Click on your HDD under Printer's Address. IP Printing Installation: 1. Uncheck the Use default queue on the Add button and select IP Printing from the sub-menu. 3. Click on server and type in the queue you wish to add.
Open the Print Center, which can be found on the Printer Model sub-menu and select Other. 3 Utilities 2. Enter the IP Address of the Postscript Server under Applications - Click on your HDD under Printer's Address. IP Printing Installation: 1. Uncheck the Use default queue on the Add button and select IP Printing from the sub-menu. 3. Click on server and type in the queue you wish to add.
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Note: The StylusRIP does not have a separate folder on the Add button. 5. Printer Description folder). 4 The Print Center should reflect the name of your additional queues. Your Mac OS X Client should now be copied from another client's Printer Description folder as shown below (HDD - Extensions folder - After selecting the PPD file it must be...
Note: The StylusRIP does not have a separate folder on the Add button. 5. Printer Description folder). 4 The Print Center should reflect the name of your additional queues. Your Mac OS X Client should now be copied from another client's Printer Description folder as shown below (HDD - Extensions folder - After selecting the PPD file it must be...
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... respective owners. DX3, PhotoEnhance, SelecType, EPSON Archival, EPSON Photographic Dye, EPSON UltraChrome, and EPSON Store are trademarks and EPSON Preferred is not responsible for any product ... SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, ESC/P, and Micro Piezo are for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by Epson America, Inc. Legal Notices Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION ...or alterations to strictly comply with these EPSON printers. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in any use of Epson America, Inc. Printed on recycled paper. All rights reserved...
... respective owners. DX3, PhotoEnhance, SelecType, EPSON Archival, EPSON Photographic Dye, EPSON UltraChrome, and EPSON Store are trademarks and EPSON Preferred is not responsible for any product ... SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, ESC/P, and Micro Piezo are for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by Epson America, Inc. Legal Notices Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION ...or alterations to strictly comply with these EPSON printers. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in any use of Epson America, Inc. Printed on recycled paper. All rights reserved...
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... Requirements 5 ENERGY STAR Compliance 6 Important Safety Instructions 6 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 7 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembly 1-2 Unpacking the Stand 1-2 Assembling the Stand 1-3 Unpacking the Printer 1-4 Mounting the Printer on the Stand 1-5 Attaching the Basket 1-8 Connecting the Power...Ethernet Port 1-25 Installing the Printer Software 1-26 Installing the Software for Macintosh 1-26 Installing the Software for Windows 1-29 Setting Up Your FireWire Port 1-32 Optimizing Print Speed 1-33 Using the Photo Printing Accelerator 1-33 Using the Speed ...
... Requirements 5 ENERGY STAR Compliance 6 Important Safety Instructions 6 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 7 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembly 1-2 Unpacking the Stand 1-2 Assembling the Stand 1-3 Unpacking the Printer 1-4 Mounting the Printer on the Stand 1-5 Attaching the Basket 1-8 Connecting the Power...Ethernet Port 1-25 Installing the Printer Software 1-26 Installing the Software for Macintosh 1-26 Installing the Software for Windows 1-29 Setting Up Your FireWire Port 1-32 Optimizing Print Speed 1-33 Using the Photo Printing Accelerator 1-33 Using the Speed ...
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... Up on a Windows XP Network 1-46 Setting Up on a Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 2000 Network . 1-49 2 Using Paper and Other Media Selecting Paper for Your Printer 2-2 Paper Handling Guidelines 2-2 Printing on EPSON Media 2-3 Selecting the Media Type Setting 2-7 Using Roll Paper 2-11 Loading Paper onto the Spindle 2-11 Loading Roll Paper for...
... Up on a Windows XP Network 1-46 Setting Up on a Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 2000 Network . 1-49 2 Using Paper and Other Media Selecting Paper for Your Printer 2-2 Paper Handling Guidelines 2-2 Printing on EPSON Media 2-3 Selecting the Media Type Setting 2-7 Using Roll Paper 2-11 Loading Paper onto the Spindle 2-11 Loading Roll Paper for...
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...Checking Printer Status 3-14 Selecting Configuration Options 3-15 4 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Choosing Basic Print Options 4-2 Choosing Paper and Layout Options 4-5 Choosing Advanced Print Options 4-7 Color Management Settings 4-9 Paper Configuration Settings 4-10 Managing Print Jobs ...4-14 5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Checking Printer Status and Part Life 5-2 Printing a Status Check 5-2 Checking Ink Levels and Component Life 5-3 Running a Cleaning Cycle 5-4 Printing a Nozzle Check Pattern 5-4 Cleaning the Print Head from the Control Panel 5-5 Performing...
...Checking Printer Status 3-14 Selecting Configuration Options 3-15 4 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Choosing Basic Print Options 4-2 Choosing Paper and Layout Options 4-5 Choosing Advanced Print Options 4-7 Color Management Settings 4-9 Paper Configuration Settings 4-10 Managing Print Jobs ...4-14 5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Checking Printer Status and Part Life 5-2 Printing a Status Check 5-2 Checking Ink Levels and Component Life 5-3 Running a Cleaning Cycle 5-4 Printing a Nozzle Check Pattern 5-4 Cleaning the Print Head from the Control Panel 5-5 Performing...
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viii | Contents Transporting or Storing the Printer 5-24 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 5-24 Moving the Printer on the Stand 5-26 Replacing the Waste Ink System 5-27 6 Resolving Problems Diagnosing Problems 6-1 Using the Control Panel to Check the Printer 6-2 Improving Print Quality 6-4 Solving Operational Problems 6-7 Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems 6-8 Solving Paper Problems 6-10 Solving Roll Paper Feed Problems...
viii | Contents Transporting or Storing the Printer 5-24 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 5-24 Moving the Printer on the Stand 5-26 Replacing the Waste Ink System 5-27 6 Resolving Problems Diagnosing Problems 6-1 Using the Control Panel to Check the Printer 6-2 Improving Print Quality 6-4 Solving Operational Problems 6-7 Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems 6-8 Solving Paper Problems 6-10 Solving Roll Paper Feed Problems...
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... can be sure we're here if you for choosing the EPSON Stylus Pro 10600-the most out of procedures for easy reference. • The electronic Reference Guide on how to your printer, follow the instructions in this book: Warning Warnings must be...printer, drivers, and utility software. For details on EPSON's technical support, see "Where To Get Help" on setting up your equipment. Introduction Thank you ever need us. Your printer is backed by one of its innovative ink, print head, and print engine technologies, the Stylus Pro 10600 delivers truly photographic output at print...
... can be sure we're here if you for choosing the EPSON Stylus Pro 10600-the most out of procedures for easy reference. • The electronic Reference Guide on how to your printer, follow the instructions in this book: Warning Warnings must be...printer, drivers, and utility software. For details on EPSON's technical support, see "Where To Get Help" on setting up your equipment. Introduction Thank you ever need us. Your printer is backed by one of its innovative ink, print head, and print engine technologies, the Stylus Pro 10600 delivers truly photographic output at print...
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.... 2 In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for ink cartridges on page 5-11. com for use with heavy media, which can visit the EPSON Store™ at http://prographics.epson. 2 | Introduction TIP Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Options and Accessories Your EPSON Stylus Pro 10600 printer offers these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment...
.... 2 In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for ink cartridges on page 5-11. com for use with heavy media, which can visit the EPSON Store™ at http://prographics.epson. 2 | Introduction TIP Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Options and Accessories Your EPSON Stylus Pro 10600 printer offers these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment...
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... you experience difficulty with your printer. At this site, you can download drivers and other files, look at http://support.epson.com. You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com ... and operation of purchase. EPSON also provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through e-mail. You'll also need your printer serial number and proof of professional printing products through Friday, and 7 AM to change without notice. You can reach EPSON Support at product documentation, access...
... you experience difficulty with your printer. At this site, you can download drivers and other files, look at http://support.epson.com. You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com ... and operation of purchase. EPSON also provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through e-mail. You'll also need your printer serial number and proof of professional printing products through Friday, and 7 AM to change without notice. You can reach EPSON Support at product documentation, access...
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...connection: iMac, G3, or G4 series (System 8.5.1 through 9.x; Macintosh System Requirements To use your printer in your system should include the requirements listed below: • For USB connection: Power Macintosh®... • 350 MHz processor (700 MHz or higher recommended) • 256MB of RAM (at full engine speed. System 9.2.2 or later recommended) For IEEE 1394 connection: iMac DV, G3, or G4 series (... you are running System 8.5.1 on an iMac, Apple recommends that you are using Photo Printing Accelerator in either a standalone or peer-to 6.6 ft (2 meters) long For IEEE ...
...connection: iMac, G3, or G4 series (System 8.5.1 through 9.x; Macintosh System Requirements To use your printer in your system should include the requirements listed below: • For USB connection: Power Macintosh®... • 350 MHz processor (700 MHz or higher recommended) • 256MB of RAM (at full engine speed. System 9.2.2 or later recommended) For IEEE 1394 connection: iMac DV, G3, or G4 series (... you are running System 8.5.1 on an iMac, Apple recommends that you are using Photo Printing Accelerator in either a standalone or peer-to 6.6 ft (2 meters) long For IEEE ...
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...keep the printer running Windows 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, or XP • 256MB of RAM (512MB or more recommended) • At least 50MB of free hard disk space to install the software, and at full engine speed. Introduction | 5 Note If you are not using Photo Printing Accelerator in... disk space for processing files (2GB or more available hard disk space recommended) • Quad-speed (4×) CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software • For parallel connection: a high-speed bidirectional, IEEE-1284 compliant parallel cable, 6 to 10 ft. (1.8 to 3 m) long, with a D-SUB,...
...keep the printer running Windows 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, or XP • 256MB of RAM (512MB or more recommended) • At least 50MB of free hard disk space to install the software, and at full engine speed. Introduction | 5 Note If you are not using Photo Printing Accelerator in... disk space for processing files (2GB or more available hard disk space recommended) • Quad-speed (4×) CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software • For parallel connection: a high-speed bidirectional, IEEE-1284 compliant parallel cable, 6 to 10 ft. (1.8 to 3 m) long, with a D-SUB,...
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... indicated on an unstable surface or near a window or in direct sunlight. 6 | Introduction ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this button, the Operate light flashes briefly, then goes out. When you use outlets controlled by power generation. Do not...or insert objects through the slots. • Use only the type of cordless telephones. • Place the printer on and off. Caution Always turn off . This ensures that the print head is a voluntary partnership with a damp cloth only. The EPA ENERGY STAR Office Equipment program is safely...
... indicated on an unstable surface or near a window or in direct sunlight. 6 | Introduction ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this button, the Operate light flashes briefly, then goes out. When you use outlets controlled by power generation. Do not...or insert objects through the slots. • Use only the type of cordless telephones. • Place the printer on and off. Caution Always turn off . This ensures that the print head is a voluntary partnership with a damp cloth only. The EPA ENERGY STAR Office Equipment program is safely...
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... and do not move the print head by the operating instructions. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the cartridges during printing. • To avoid damaging the printer, do not drink the ink. • Do not store ink cartridges at high or freezing temperatures... or exhibits a distinct change in those covers that are marked "Do Not Remove" may expose you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. •...
... and do not move the print head by the operating instructions. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the cartridges during printing. • To avoid damaging the printer, do not drink the ink. • Do not store ink cartridges at high or freezing temperatures... or exhibits a distinct change in those covers that are marked "Do Not Remove" may expose you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. •...
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... cord • Installing the ink cartridges • Loading the roll paper • Connecting the printer to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust. Avoid locations subject to your computer • Installing the printer software • Optimizing print speed • Running a nozzle check • Aligning the print head • Setting up the printer on a network 1-1 Setting Up...
... cord • Installing the ink cartridges • Loading the roll paper • Connecting the printer to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust. Avoid locations subject to your computer • Installing the printer software • Optimizing print speed • Running a nozzle check • Aligning the print head • Setting up the printer on a network 1-1 Setting Up...
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Unpacking the Stand After unpacking the stand, make sure you have all these steps to unpack and assemble your printer. 1-2 | Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembly Follow these items: Upright supports Cross bar Metal rods, long Metal rods, short Allen wrench Paper basket Paper supports (10) Bolts Wing nuts and washers 1-2
Unpacking the Stand After unpacking the stand, make sure you have all these steps to unpack and assemble your printer. 1-2 | Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembly Follow these items: Upright supports Cross bar Metal rods, long Metal rods, short Allen wrench Paper basket Paper supports (10) Bolts Wing nuts and washers 1-2
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Tighten all four bolts securely. 1-3 Then attach it with two bolts using the included Allen wrench. (Leave the bolts a little loose until you attach the other end. 3. Attach the upright support to the other end.) Bolts 2. Insert the cross bar into one of the upright supports as shown. Setting Up the Printer | 1-3 Assembling the Stand 1.
Tighten all four bolts securely. 1-3 Then attach it with two bolts using the included Allen wrench. (Leave the bolts a little loose until you attach the other end. 3. Attach the upright support to the other end.) Bolts 2. Insert the cross bar into one of the upright supports as shown. Setting Up the Printer | 1-3 Assembling the Stand 1.
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1-4 | Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer After unpacking the printer, make sure all these items are included: 3-inch roll paper spindle 2-inch roll paper spindle with Doubleweight Matte Paper Roll paper belts for 2-inch roll paper Roll paper belts for 3-inch roll paper Ink cartridges (6) Printer UltraChrome model only: additional black ink cartridge and ink draining cartridge Label for ink compartment cover Power cord 1-4
1-4 | Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer After unpacking the printer, make sure all these items are included: 3-inch roll paper spindle 2-inch roll paper spindle with Doubleweight Matte Paper Roll paper belts for 2-inch roll paper Roll paper belts for 3-inch roll paper Ink cartridges (6) Printer UltraChrome model only: additional black ink cartridge and ink draining cartridge Label for ink compartment cover Power cord 1-4