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Printer Parts Front Roll paper cover Spindle holders Roll paper feeder Edge guide Paper support Rear manual feeder Printer cover Front cover Cartridge cover (left) Paper cassette Alert light Control panel Output tray Paper eject support Cartridge cover (right) Borderfree maintenance tank Front manual feeder Print head Ink cartridges Ink maintenance tank Back Bordless printing spacer 3" Core adapters Rear access panel Roll paper holder unit connector AC inlet Spindle Paper stop (gray) USB interface Network interface Airflow vents Status lights Paper stop (black) 1
Printer Parts Front Roll paper cover Spindle holders Roll paper feeder Edge guide Paper support Rear manual feeder Printer cover Front cover Cartridge cover (left) Paper cassette Alert light Control panel Output tray Paper eject support Cartridge cover (right) Borderfree maintenance tank Front manual feeder Print head Ink cartridges Ink maintenance tank Back Bordless printing spacer 3" Core adapters Rear access panel Roll paper holder unit connector AC inlet Spindle Paper stop (gray) USB interface Network interface Airflow vents Status lights Paper stop (black) 1
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... . 3 Select one of the tray. 8 Insert the paper cassette. You can also run nozzle checks and head cleaning cycles from your computer using Epson Printer Utility4 (Macintosh®) or the Utility tab in the tray. 7 Slide the edge guides against the right side of the following, then press OK... paper source button to a print job, the printer automatically checks the nozzles and cleans them if necessary. This process uses a very small amount of ink (and no paper) and is highlighted. Place the paper all the way back, against the paper, but not too tightly. 9 Attach the output ...
... . 3 Select one of the tray. 8 Insert the paper cassette. You can also run nozzle checks and head cleaning cycles from your computer using Epson Printer Utility4 (Macintosh®) or the Utility tab in the tray. 7 Slide the edge guides against the right side of the following, then press OK... paper source button to a print job, the printer automatically checks the nozzles and cleans them if necessary. This process uses a very small amount of ink (and no paper) and is highlighted. Place the paper all the way back, against the paper, but not too tightly. 9 Attach the output ...
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... Matte paper. (You can also use Epson Doubleweight Matte or Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster.) 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Press the or button until NOZZLE CHECK is selected, then press . 4 Press to .... Configuring Auto Nozzle Check and Cleaning (continued) Manually Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 1 Make sure paper is loaded. 2 Press the button to display the Ink Menu. 3 Press until HEAD ALIGNMENT is highlighted. UNI-D (uni-directional) is finished, press the Menu button, select HEAD ALIGNMENT, select ALIGNMENT, then select AUTO. 10...
... Matte paper. (You can also use Epson Doubleweight Matte or Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster.) 2 Press the Menu button. 3 Press the or button until NOZZLE CHECK is selected, then press . 4 Press to .... Configuring Auto Nozzle Check and Cleaning (continued) Manually Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 1 Make sure paper is loaded. 2 Press the button to display the Ink Menu. 3 Press until HEAD ALIGNMENT is highlighted. UNI-D (uni-directional) is finished, press the Menu button, select HEAD ALIGNMENT, select ALIGNMENT, then select AUTO. 10...
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... is displayed, the cartridge is low, and make sure the printer is low, you have the correct replacement cartridge. Epson UltraChrome® HDR ink cartridges Ink Bay Left Right Slot no. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Cartridge Green (GR) Light Light Black (LLK) Yellow (Y) Light Cyan (LC) Vivid Light Magenta (VLM) ...11 cartridge slots in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. 6 To replace the cartridge, first make sure you can wait until the ink runs out, replace the cartridge, and then continue the job. Or you can replace it before you should check your hands, wash them ...
... is displayed, the cartridge is low, and make sure the printer is low, you have the correct replacement cartridge. Epson UltraChrome® HDR ink cartridges Ink Bay Left Right Slot no. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Cartridge Green (GR) Light Light Black (LLK) Yellow (Y) Light Cyan (LC) Vivid Light Magenta (VLM) ...11 cartridge slots in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. 6 To replace the cartridge, first make sure you can wait until the ink runs out, replace the cartridge, and then continue the job. Or you can replace it before you should check your hands, wash them ...
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Checking Ink Levels and Replacing Ink Cartridges (continued) 4 Make sure the replacement cartridge is the correct color and remove it . Note: If...it from its package. Then insert the cartridge into the wrong slot. If the Ink light remains on after installing the cartridge, try removing and then reinserting it . 6 Close the ink cover. 5 Hold the cartridge with the arrow mark pointing toward the printer. ..., you may need to replace the cutter (part # C1C815351). 1 Turn off the printer. 2 Open the ink cartridge covers. 4 Use a cross-head screwdriver to insert it into the slot.
Checking Ink Levels and Replacing Ink Cartridges (continued) 4 Make sure the replacement cartridge is the correct color and remove it . Note: If...it from its package. Then insert the cartridge into the wrong slot. If the Ink light remains on after installing the cartridge, try removing and then reinserting it . 6 Close the ink cover. 5 Hold the cartridge with the arrow mark pointing toward the printer. ..., you may need to replace the cutter (part # C1C815351). 1 Turn off the printer. 2 Open the ink cartridge covers. 4 Use a cross-head screwdriver to insert it into the slot.
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... it without replacing the front cover. 10 Close the printer cover and ink cartridge covers. 3 Pull out the maintenance tank as shown. Replacing the Maintenance Tanks The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 has two maintenance tanks: Ink (part# T619000) and Borderfree (part# T619100). Caution: Do not tilt... the tank or ink may spill out. 4 Place the used tank in the plastic bag included...
... it without replacing the front cover. 10 Close the printer cover and ink cartridge covers. 3 Pull out the maintenance tank as shown. Replacing the Maintenance Tanks The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 has two maintenance tanks: Ink (part# T619000) and Borderfree (part# T619100). Caution: Do not tilt... the tank or ink may spill out. 4 Place the used tank in the plastic bag included...
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... Item PLATEN GAP PAGE LINE ROLL PAPER MARGIN PAPER SIZE CHECK PAPER SKEW CHECK REFRESH MARGIN AUTO NOZZLE CHECK PRINT NOZZLE PATTERN CHANGE BLACK INK AUTO ROLL FEEDING INITIALIZE SETTINGS Settings / Explanation STANDARD, NARROW, WIDE, WIDER, WIDEST ON, OFF DEFAULT, 3mm, 15m, TOP/BOTTOM 15mm... INFORMATION CUSTOM PAPER Printer settings, total prints, and maintenance tank capacity remaining Network settings Date and Time and Ink and paper used for each maintance tank Ink in milliliters and paper in each saved job; Control Panel Menus Boldface type indicates the default setting. See theUser...
... Item PLATEN GAP PAGE LINE ROLL PAPER MARGIN PAPER SIZE CHECK PAPER SKEW CHECK REFRESH MARGIN AUTO NOZZLE CHECK PRINT NOZZLE PATTERN CHANGE BLACK INK AUTO ROLL FEEDING INITIALIZE SETTINGS Settings / Explanation STANDARD, NARROW, WIDE, WIDER, WIDEST ON, OFF DEFAULT, 3mm, 15m, TOP/BOTTOM 15mm... INFORMATION CUSTOM PAPER Printer settings, total prints, and maintenance tank capacity remaining Network settings Date and Time and Ink and paper used for each maintance tank Ink in milliliters and paper in each saved job; Control Panel Menus Boldface type indicates the default setting. See theUser...
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Control Panel Lights and Buttons Paper alert light Ink alert light Power light and button Pause/reset light and button LCD screen Paper feed up button Left arrow or paper source button Ink Menu button Paper release (ePlaten®) button Main Menu button Paper cut button Paper feed down button Printed in USA CPD-28116
Control Panel Lights and Buttons Paper alert light Ink alert light Power light and button Pause/reset light and button LCD screen Paper feed up button Left arrow or paper source button Ink Menu button Paper release (ePlaten®) button Main Menu button Paper cut button Paper feed down button Printed in USA CPD-28116
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...and Accessories 12 Where To Get Help 13 Windows System Requirements 13 Macintosh System Requirements 14 Important Safety Instructions 15 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 17 Printer Parts 18 Front 18 Back 18 Control Panel 19 LCD Screen 19 1 Setting Up... the Printer Unpacking and Connecting the Printer 21 Installing Ink 23 Connecting to Your System 25 Connecting Directly to the Computer 25 Windows 25 Macintosh 27 Connecting to a ... Paper and Other Media Selecting Media for Your Printer 37 Guidelines for Using Epson Media 38 5
...and Accessories 12 Where To Get Help 13 Windows System Requirements 13 Macintosh System Requirements 14 Important Safety Instructions 15 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 17 Printer Parts 18 Front 18 Back 18 Control Panel 19 LCD Screen 19 1 Setting Up... the Printer Unpacking and Connecting the Printer 21 Installing Ink 23 Connecting to Your System 25 Connecting Directly to the Computer 25 Windows 25 Macintosh 27 Connecting to a ... Paper and Other Media Selecting Media for Your Printer 37 Guidelines for Using Epson Media 38 5
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Contents | 7 4 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper 90 Choosing Page Setup and Basic Print Options 91 Choosing Advanced Media Control Options ... Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 123 Manually Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 123 Running Cleaning Cycles 124 Aligning the Print Head 125 Replacing Ink Cartridges 126 Changing the Black Ink Cartridge 130 Changing the Date and Time 131 Using Maintenance Mode 131 7
Contents | 7 4 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper 90 Choosing Page Setup and Basic Print Options 91 Choosing Advanced Media Control Options ... Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 123 Manually Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 123 Running Cleaning Cycles 124 Aligning the Print Head 125 Replacing Ink Cartridges 126 Changing the Black Ink Cartridge 130 Changing the Date and Time 131 Using Maintenance Mode 131 7
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8 | Contents Replacing the Paper Cutter 133 Removing the Old Cutter 133 Installing the New Cutter 135 Replacing the Maintenance Tanks 137 Replacing the Ink Maintenance Tank 138 Replacing the Borderfree Maintenance Tank 139 Cleaning the Printer 141 Transporting or Storing the Printer 141 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 142 ... Environmental 165 Electrical 165 Dimensions and Weight 166 Printer Interfaces 166 Safety Approvals 166 Media 166 Roll Paper 166 Cut Sheets 167 Printable Area 167 Ink Cartridges 168 Index 8
8 | Contents Replacing the Paper Cutter 133 Removing the Old Cutter 133 Installing the New Cutter 135 Replacing the Maintenance Tanks 137 Replacing the Ink Maintenance Tank 138 Replacing the Borderfree Maintenance Tank 139 Cleaning the Printer 141 Transporting or Storing the Printer 141 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 142 ... Environmental 165 Electrical 165 Dimensions and Weight 166 Printer Interfaces 166 Safety Approvals 166 Media 166 Roll Paper 166 Cut Sheets 167 Printable Area 167 Ink Cartridges 168 Index 8
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...provides troubleshooting tips in case you have a problem. Notes contain important information about your printer, loading paper, using the Epson printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these guidelines as you how to maintain your printer to get the... additional hints on how to keep it to avoid bodily injury. It also tells you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using your printer. For additional information, see the following: ...
...provides troubleshooting tips in case you have a problem. Notes contain important information about your printer, loading paper, using the Epson printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these guidelines as you how to maintain your printer to get the... additional hints on how to keep it to avoid bodily injury. It also tells you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using your printer. For additional information, see the following: ...
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... SPECTRO17UV EPP49B1 EPP49B2 In addition, you can purchase optional equipment and genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. com for a complete list. 12 | Introduction Tip: Check the Epson Pro Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson. Options and Accessories Your Epson Stylus Pro 4900® offers these user-replaceable items: Consumables and user-replaceable parts Part...
... SPECTRO17UV EPP49B1 EPP49B2 In addition, you can purchase optional equipment and genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. com for a complete list. 12 | Introduction Tip: Check the Epson Pro Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson. Options and Accessories Your Epson Stylus Pro 4900® offers these user-replaceable items: Consumables and user-replaceable parts Part...
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... the label. 15 You may need more space behind the printer if you use the equipment safely and effectively. • The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 weighs about 115 lb (52 kg) without the ink or paper. Also keep this product. Make sure you have two people lift the printer. • When setting up the printer...
... the label. 15 You may need more space behind the printer if you use the equipment safely and effectively. • The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 weighs about 115 lb (52 kg) without the ink or paper. Also keep this product. Make sure you have two people lift the printer. • When setting up the printer...
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otherwise you may result in the printer's case. • Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the ink cartridges during printing. • Do not move the print head by hand unless instructed to the printer until the panel shuts off and the P power ... may damage the printer. • Do not insert objects through the slots. 16 | Introduction Caution: Always turn off the power to do so by an Epson service technician; liquid has entered the printer; When you use with the printer.
otherwise you may result in the printer's case. • Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the ink cartridges during printing. • Do not move the print head by hand unless instructed to the printer until the panel shuts off and the P power ... may damage the printer. • Do not insert objects through the slots. 16 | Introduction Caution: Always turn off the power to do so by an Epson service technician; liquid has entered the printer; When you use with the printer.
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... port, its surrounding area, or the green IC chip on the side of children and do not drink the ink. • Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place. • If ink gets on the cartridge carton. • Use up at room temperature for later use too much force when you to refill them... immediately with soap and water. Introduction | 17 Caution: Do not use , protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust, and store it in the same environment as this product contain Perchlorate Material -
... port, its surrounding area, or the green IC chip on the side of children and do not drink the ink. • Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place. • If ink gets on the cartridge carton. • Use up at room temperature for later use too much force when you to refill them... immediately with soap and water. Introduction | 17 Caution: Do not use , protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust, and store it in the same environment as this product contain Perchlorate Material -
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18 | Introduction Printer Parts Front Spindle holders Roll paper cover Front cover Roll paper feeder Edge guide Paper support Rear manual feeder Printer cover Cartridge cover (left) Paper cassette Output tray Paper eject support Cartridge cover (right) Borderfree maintenance tank Front manual feeder Ink maintenance tank Print head Ink cartridges Back Rear access panel Borderless printing spacer 3-inch core adapters Roll paper holder unit connector USB interface Airflow vents Network interface AC inlet Spindle Paper stop Status lights (black) Paper stop (gray) 18
18 | Introduction Printer Parts Front Spindle holders Roll paper cover Front cover Roll paper feeder Edge guide Paper support Rear manual feeder Printer cover Cartridge cover (left) Paper cassette Output tray Paper eject support Cartridge cover (right) Borderfree maintenance tank Front manual feeder Ink maintenance tank Print head Ink cartridges Back Rear access panel Borderless printing spacer 3-inch core adapters Roll paper holder unit connector USB interface Airflow vents Network interface AC inlet Spindle Paper stop Status lights (black) Paper stop (gray) 18
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Control Panel Power light and button Introduction | 19 Paper alert Ink alert light light Pause/reset light and button LCD screen Paper feed up button Left arrow or paper source button Ink menu button Paper feed down button LCD Screen Platen gap/Paper Roll paper number margin Paper release (ePlaten™) light and button Main Menu button Paper cut button Paper source Ink cartridge status SpectroProofer 19 Roll paper counter Maintenance tank status Type of black ink
Control Panel Power light and button Introduction | 19 Paper alert Ink alert light light Pause/reset light and button LCD screen Paper feed up button Left arrow or paper source button Ink menu button Paper feed down button LCD Screen Platen gap/Paper Roll paper number margin Paper release (ePlaten™) light and button Main Menu button Paper cut button Paper source Ink cartridge status SpectroProofer 19 Roll paper counter Maintenance tank status Type of black ink
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21 Chapter 1: Setting Up the Printer This chapter includes the following information: • Unpacking and connecting the Epson Stylus Pro 4900 • Installing ink • Connecting to your computer or network • Configuring the printer for a network • Installing the printer software for Windows or Macintosh • Updating the ...
21 Chapter 1: Setting Up the Printer This chapter includes the following information: • Unpacking and connecting the Epson Stylus Pro 4900 • Installing ink • Connecting to your computer or network • Configuring the printer for a network • Installing the printer software for Windows or Macintosh • Updating the ...
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Press the left and right ink compartment covers to turn on the printer. Press the P power button to open them. 2. Setting Up the Printer | 23 6. Remove the tape from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge for initial ink charging. 1. Remove the ink cartridges from the back of the printer and connect the power cable. 7. Installing Ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for about 15 seconds. 23
Press the left and right ink compartment covers to turn on the printer. Press the P power button to open them. 2. Setting Up the Printer | 23 6. Remove the tape from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge for initial ink charging. 1. Remove the ink cartridges from the back of the printer and connect the power cable. 7. Installing Ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for about 15 seconds. 23