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... and Accessories 2 Where To Get Help 3 Macintosh System Requirements 4 Windows System 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 Cord 1-11 Installing the...
... and Accessories 2 Where To Get Help 3 Macintosh System Requirements 4 Windows System 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 Cord 1-11 Installing the...
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...| vii 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 4-11 Using the Progress Meter 4-11 Using the Spool Manager 4-12 Using Status Monitor 3 4-12 Setting Monitoring Preferences 4-14 5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Checking Printer Status and Part Life 5-2 Printing a Status Check 5-2 Checking Ink...
...| vii 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 4-11 Using the Progress Meter 4-11 Using the Spool Manager 4-12 Using Status Monitor 3 4-12 Setting Monitoring Preferences 4-14 5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Checking Printer Status and Part Life 5-2 Printing a Status Check 5-2 Checking Ink...
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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...
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...
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... software. Note To set up your printer. 1 Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips These symbols are used in the industry, so you can read the guide using the included hook for choosing the EPSON Stylus Pro 10600-the most out of its innovative ink, print head, and print engine technologies, the Stylus Pro 10600 delivers truly photographic output at print...
... software. Note To set up your printer. 1 Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips These symbols are used in the industry, so you can read the guide using the included hook for choosing the EPSON Stylus Pro 10600-the most out of its innovative ink, print head, and print engine technologies, the Stylus Pro 10600 delivers truly photographic output at print...
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Options and Accessories Your EPSON Stylus Pro 10600 printer offers these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment and software Option EFI® Fiery® Spark Professional 2.0 Software RIP Automatic Take-Up Reel System...; at (800) 873-7766, or you can damage the printer's built-in cutter. You can purchase optional equipment and software, ink cartridges, paper, and manuals from EPSON at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. 2 | Introduction TIP Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site at http://prographics.epson.com for new accessories and options that may become available. 2...
Options and Accessories Your EPSON Stylus Pro 10600 printer offers these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment and software Option EFI® Fiery® Spark Professional 2.0 Software RIP Automatic Take-Up Reel System...; at (800) 873-7766, or you can damage the printer's built-in cutter. You can purchase optional equipment and software, ink cartridges, paper, and manuals from EPSON at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. 2 | Introduction TIP Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site at http://prographics.epson.com for new accessories and options that may become available. 2...
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... Time, Monday through the World Wide Web. You'll also need your printer serial number and proof of professional printing products through e-mail. You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the EPSON Store at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through...
... Time, Monday through the World Wide Web. You'll also need your printer serial number and proof of professional printing products through e-mail. You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the EPSON Store at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through...
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...children and do not drink the ink. • Do not store ink cartridges at high or freezing temperatures. if liquid has entered the printer; Keep cartridges away from the control panel, unplug the printer and refer servicing to service the printer yourself. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • ...Do not put your eyes, flush them immediately with water. • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach...
...children and do not drink the ink. • Do not store ink cartridges at high or freezing temperatures. if liquid has entered the printer; Keep cartridges away from the control panel, unplug the printer and refer servicing to service the printer yourself. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • ...Do not put your eyes, flush them immediately with water. • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach...
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For best results, use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time before use may result in damage to refill them. This could result in reduced print quality. • Do not use cartridges within six months of installation. 8 8 | Introduction • Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to the print head. • Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package.
For best results, use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time before use may result in damage to refill them. This could result in reduced print quality. • Do not use cartridges within six months of installation. 8 8 | Introduction • Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to the print head. • Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package.
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... and ventilation. 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 This chapter covers the following information: • ...Unpacking and assembly • Connecting the power cord • Installing the ink cartridges • Loading the roll paper • Connecting the printer to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust. Follow the steps in this process. Also avoid...
... and ventilation. 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 This chapter covers the following information: • ...Unpacking and assembly • Connecting the power cord • Installing the ink cartridges • Loading the roll paper • Connecting the printer to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust. Follow the steps in this process. Also avoid...
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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
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... with your printer contains one of three possible kinds of ink: • EPSON Photographic Dye™ ink • EPSON Archival™ ink • EPSON UltraChrome™ ink Once you first install the cartridges, select the black ink type that's best suited to your printing needs: Black ink types for EPSON, when the highest level of the Stylus Pro 10600 you have, the ink cartridge starter...
... with your printer contains one of three possible kinds of ink: • EPSON Photographic Dye™ ink • EPSON Archival™ ink • EPSON UltraChrome™ ink Once you first install the cartridges, select the black ink type that's best suited to your printing needs: Black ink types for EPSON, when the highest level of the Stylus Pro 10600 you have, the ink cartridge starter...
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Setting Up the Printer | 1-13 Before you begin, make sure the printer is plugged into a grounded outlet. Press the P Power button to open it. 1-13 Push and release the ink compartment cover to turn on the printer. 2. Then follow these steps to install the cartridges: 1.
Setting Up the Printer | 1-13 Before you begin, make sure the printer is plugged into a grounded outlet. Press the P Power button to open it. 1-13 Push and release the ink compartment cover to turn on the printer. 2. Then follow these steps to install the cartridges: 1.
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Note If you 're using Archival or UltraChrome ink, shake the cartridge gently, as shown. 1-14 Locate the package for the black ink cartridge and open it forward. See page 1-12. 5. If you have an UltraChrome printer, be sure to the inside of the first cartridge clamp and pull it . Attach the ink label to install your preferred black ink type. Push down on the top of the ink compartment cover. 4. 1-14 | Setting Up the Printer 3.
Note If you 're using Archival or UltraChrome ink, shake the cartridge gently, as shown. 1-14 Locate the package for the black ink cartridge and open it forward. See page 1-12. 5. If you have an UltraChrome printer, be sure to the inside of the first cartridge clamp and pull it . Attach the ink label to install your preferred black ink type. Push down on the top of the ink compartment cover. 4. 1-14 | Setting Up the Printer 3.
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... this process or you 're ready to load the roll paper. 1-15 Push the clamp back up into the slot. If ink gets on the control panel flashes and the printer makes various sounds. The Pause light on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. Hold the cartridge so the arrow mark... on the control panel display, you 'll use more ink than necessary. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. When the Pause light stops flashing and Paper Out appears on its left side is charging...
... this process or you 're ready to load the roll paper. 1-15 Push the clamp back up into the slot. If ink gets on the control panel flashes and the printer makes various sounds. The Pause light on your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. Hold the cartridge so the arrow mark... on the control panel display, you 'll use more ink than necessary. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. When the Pause light stops flashing and Paper Out appears on its left side is charging...
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... these steps: 1. If necessary, double-click the EPSON CD-ROM to select the correct ink type (Archival Ink, Photographic Dye Ink, or UltraChrome Ink). Select the correct ink type for Macintosh After connecting the printer to your Macintosh, you install your printer software. Insert the printer software CD-ROM in your printer. Double-click the menu option for Windows) to...
... these steps: 1. If necessary, double-click the EPSON CD-ROM to select the correct ink type (Archival Ink, Photographic Dye Ink, or UltraChrome Ink). Select the correct ink type for Macintosh After connecting the printer to your Macintosh, you install your printer software. Insert the printer software CD-ROM in your printer. Double-click the menu option for Windows) to...
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... see this message again during installation, be sure to click Continue Anyway. 1-29 Turn on page 1-32 to configure the EPSON 1394 Printer (FireWire port). Double-click the menu option for your computer and start , double-click My Computer (or Start > My...protection software before installing your printer 5. Make sure your printer software CD-ROM. Be sure to select the correct ink type (Archival Ink, Photographic Dye Ink, or UltraChrome Ink). If it doesn't start Windows. The installer starts automatically. Select the correct ink type for your printer software. 3. Follow these ...
... see this message again during installation, be sure to click Continue Anyway. 1-29 Turn on page 1-32 to configure the EPSON 1394 Printer (FireWire port). Double-click the menu option for your computer and start , double-click My Computer (or Start > My...protection software before installing your printer 5. Make sure your printer software CD-ROM. Be sure to select the correct ink type (Archival Ink, Photographic Dye Ink, or UltraChrome Ink). If it doesn't start Windows. The installer starts automatically. Select the correct ink type for your printer software. 3. Follow these ...
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...a Windows system, you may see a Found New Hardware Wizard for your printer uses Archival ink, browse to the Drivers\Cf\Win2K_XP folder • If you're printer uses Photographic Dye, browse to the printer software installation instructions where you left off . 1-32 When done, click ...Your FireWire Port If you're connecting with FireWire (IEEE-1394) on the EPSON CD-ROM: • If your ink type and operating system. 3. When done, resume installing the printer software where you 're printer uses UltraChrome ink, browse to install the driver. 6. Select Specify a location and click ...
...a Windows system, you may see a Found New Hardware Wizard for your printer uses Archival ink, browse to the Drivers\Cf\Win2K_XP folder • If you're printer uses Photographic Dye, browse to the printer software installation instructions where you left off . 1-32 When done, click ...Your FireWire Port If you're connecting with FireWire (IEEE-1394) on the EPSON CD-ROM: • If your ink type and operating system. 3. When done, resume installing the printer software where you 're printer uses UltraChrome ink, browse to install the driver. 6. Select Specify a location and click ...
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2-2 | Using Paper and Other Media Selecting Paper for Your Printer You can print on most types of quality. to 44 × 62.2 in a cool, dry place to "profile" their thickness and ink drying time. When you may need to avoid a loss of coated, glossy, plain paper, and other media with ...mm) It's a good idea to find out which setting works best. • Select the correct paper source (roll or sheet) in both the printer software and on EPSON paper and other media, you use cotton gloves. • Choose an appropriate Media Type setting in . wide (210 to 44 in your job....
2-2 | Using Paper and Other Media Selecting Paper for Your Printer You can print on most types of quality. to 44 × 62.2 in a cool, dry place to "profile" their thickness and ink drying time. When you may need to avoid a loss of coated, glossy, plain paper, and other media with ...mm) It's a good idea to find out which setting works best. • Select the correct paper source (roll or sheet) in both the printer software and on EPSON paper and other media, you use cotton gloves. • Choose an appropriate Media Type setting in . wide (210 to 44 in your job....
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... S041656 44-inch roll: S041657 2-3 com) or your authorized EPSON dealer for new papers and other media that may be a better match for your printer. Always test samples of EPSON media available for many kinds of paper before purchasing large quantities or running ... table lists the product codes for your needs, depending on EPSON Media EPSON papers, which papers are specially formulated for the Stylus Pro 10600 Paper type Roll sizes Sheet sizes Compatible ink Photographic Dye Archival ink UltraChrome ink Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) 8.3-inch roll: S041376 13...
... S041656 44-inch roll: S041657 2-3 com) or your authorized EPSON dealer for new papers and other media that may be a better match for your printer. Always test samples of EPSON media available for many kinds of paper before purchasing large quantities or running ... table lists the product codes for your needs, depending on EPSON Media EPSON papers, which papers are specially formulated for the Stylus Pro 10600 Paper type Roll sizes Sheet sizes Compatible ink Photographic Dye Archival ink UltraChrome ink Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) 8.3-inch roll: S041376 13...
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...S041664 - Semigloss 44-inch roll: S041666 Presentation Matte 44-inch roll: S041220 - 2-4 | Using Paper and Other Media EPSON papers for the Stylus Pro 10600 (cont.) Paper type Roll sizes Sheet sizes Compatible ink Photographic Dye Archival ink UltraChrome ink Photo Glossy Paper 44-inch roll: SP91002 - 36-inch roll: SP91001 24-inch roll: SP91021 Photo Semigloss ...": S041141, S041271, S041272 8.3" × 11.7": S041140 11.7" × 16.5": S041142 11" × 17": S041156 13" × 19": S041143 8.3" × 23.4" (Panoramic): S041145 Photo Quality Ink Jet -
...S041664 - Semigloss 44-inch roll: S041666 Presentation Matte 44-inch roll: S041220 - 2-4 | Using Paper and Other Media EPSON papers for the Stylus Pro 10600 (cont.) Paper type Roll sizes Sheet sizes Compatible ink Photographic Dye Archival ink UltraChrome ink Photo Glossy Paper 44-inch roll: SP91002 - 36-inch roll: SP91001 24-inch roll: SP91021 Photo Semigloss ...": S041141, S041271, S041272 8.3" × 11.7": S041140 11.7" × 16.5": S041142 11" × 17": S041156 13" × 19": S041143 8.3" × 23.4" (Panoramic): S041145 Photo Quality Ink Jet -