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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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... the output tray and extend it firmly into the printer. 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...The printer automatically checks its nozzles and runs a cleaning cycle if necessary before each print job. This process uses a very small amount of ink (and no paper) and is highlighted. Caution: When you add more information. 4 Configuring Auto Nozzle Check and Cleaning Automatically Checking and Cleaning...
... the output tray and extend it firmly into the printer. 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...The printer automatically checks its nozzles and runs a cleaning cycle if necessary before each print job. This process uses a very small amount of ink (and no paper) and is highlighted. Caution: When you add more information. 4 Configuring Auto Nozzle Check and Cleaning Automatically Checking and Cleaning...
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...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. Aligning the Print Head If your prints look grainy or blurry, or you see misregistration or "...ghosting," you want to highlight AUTO, then press again. Load Epson Enhanced 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...
...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. Aligning the Print Head If your prints look grainy or blurry, or you see misregistration or "...ghosting," you want to highlight AUTO, then press again. Load Epson Enhanced 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...
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... 11 cartridges listed below Maintenance tank gauges Replacing Ink Cartridges When one of the icons has an X and REPLACE INK CARTRIDGE is displayed, the cartridge is on. 1 Press the ink compartment cover to open it before you start. 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...
... 11 cartridges listed below Maintenance tank gauges Replacing Ink Cartridges When one of the icons has an X and REPLACE INK CARTRIDGE is displayed, the cartridge is on. 1 Press the ink compartment cover to open it before you start. 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...
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...Cutter If you notice that the paper isn't cut cleanly, 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. 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. Don't force it from its...
...Cutter If you notice that the paper isn't cut cleanly, 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. 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. Don't force it from its...
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...the plastic bag included with the new tank and dispose of it carefully. 5 Insert the new tank. Replacing the Maintenance Tanks The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 has two maintenance tanks: Ink (part# T619000) and Borderfree (part# T619100). Be careful when removing it. 7 Insert the new cutter. Make sure the ...cutter pin goes into place. 9 Replace the front cover. Caution: Do not tilt the tank or ink may spill out 3 Place the used tank in place, then carefully remove the cutter. Replacing Printer Parts (continued) 5 Open the cutter cover. ...
...the plastic bag included with the new tank and dispose of it carefully. 5 Insert the new tank. Replacing the Maintenance Tanks The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 has two maintenance tanks: Ink (part# T619000) and Borderfree (part# T619100). Be careful when removing it. 7 Insert the new cutter. Make sure the ...cutter pin goes into place. 9 Replace the front cover. Caution: Do not tilt the tank or ink may spill out 3 Place the used tank in place, then carefully remove the cutter. Replacing Printer Parts (continued) 5 Open the cutter cover. ...
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...NETWORK STATUS SHEET JOB INFORMATION CUSTOM PAPER Printer settings, total prints, and maintenance tank capacity remaining Network settings Date and Time and Ink and paper used for details. Control Panel Menus Boldface type indicates the default setting. most recent job is number 0 Number ...of capacity remaining in each maintance tank Ink in milliliters and paper in square centimeters for each saved job; most recent job is number 0 Information about registered paper configurations ...
...NETWORK STATUS SHEET JOB INFORMATION CUSTOM PAPER Printer settings, total prints, and maintenance tank capacity remaining Network settings Date and Time and Ink and paper used for details. Control Panel Menus Boldface type indicates the default setting. most recent job is number 0 Number ...of capacity remaining in each maintance tank Ink in milliliters and paper in square centimeters for each saved job; most recent job is number 0 Information about registered paper configurations ...
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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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...out of procedures for setting up and using your equipment. It also tells you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using the printer's menu system. Tips contain additional hints... problem. Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these guidelines as you how to your printer, loading paper, using the Epson printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. For additional information, see the following: • The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of your printer on ...
...out of procedures for setting up and using your equipment. It also tells you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using the printer's menu system. Tips contain additional hints... problem. Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips Please follow these guidelines as you how to your printer, loading paper, using the Epson printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. For additional information, see the following: • The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of your printer on ...
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... can purchase optional equipment and genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. com for a complete list. sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales), or call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). 12 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...
... can purchase optional equipment and genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. com for a complete list. sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales), or call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). 12 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...
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... people lift the printer. • When setting up the printer, make sure you use the equipment safely and effectively. • The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 weighs about 115 lb (52 kg) without the ink or paper. Make sure you have enough space around it is larger than this product away from direct sunlight, strong light...
... people lift the printer. • When setting up the printer, make sure you use the equipment safely and effectively. • The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 weighs about 115 lb (52 kg) without the ink or paper. Make sure you have enough space around it is larger than this product away from direct sunlight, strong light...
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...printer's power cord is safely capped. • Connect the printer to the printer until the panel shuts off using electrical outlets controlled by an Epson service technician; 16 | Introduction Caution: Always turn off the power to a properly grounded outlet. Do not unplug the printer or turn the printer... not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change 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 do so by wall switches or timers. •...
...printer's power cord is safely capped. • Connect the printer to the printer until the panel shuts off using electrical outlets controlled by an Epson service technician; 16 | Introduction Caution: Always turn off the power to a properly grounded outlet. Do not unplug the printer or turn the printer... not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change 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 do so by wall switches or timers. •...
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... with soap and water. special handling may affect normal operation and printing. 17 This could damage the print head. • After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room temperature for at least three hours before installing them for best ...too much force when you shake cartridges that the cartridge touches. • Do not touch the ink supply port, its surrounding area, or the green IC chip on the side of the ink cartridge. For California customers only: The lithium batteries in the same environment as this product contain Perchlorate...
... with soap and water. special handling may affect normal operation and printing. 17 This could damage the print head. • After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room temperature for at least three hours before installing them for best ...too much force when you shake cartridges that the cartridge touches. • Do not touch the ink supply port, its surrounding area, or the green IC chip on the side of the ink cartridge. For California customers only: The lithium batteries in the same environment as this product contain Perchlorate...
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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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... the printer and connect the power cord. 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 printer and connect the power cord. 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...
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Press the P power button to open them. 2. Remove the ink cartridges from the back of the printer and connect the power cable. 7. Remove the tape from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge for initial ink charging. 1. Press the left and right ink compartment covers to turn on the printer. Setting Up the Printer | 23 6. Installing Ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for about 15 seconds. 23
Press the P power button to open them. 2. Remove the ink cartridges from the back of the printer and connect the power cable. 7. Remove the tape from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge for initial ink charging. 1. Press the left and right ink compartment covers to turn on the printer. Setting Up the Printer | 23 6. Installing Ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for about 15 seconds. 23