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... 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 ...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 & Progress Utility 1-34 Running a Nozzle Check 1-36 Aligning the Print Head...
... 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 ...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 & Progress Utility 1-34 Running a Nozzle Check 1-36 Aligning the Print Head...
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Contents | 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...
Contents | 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...
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... be sure we're here if you for choosing the EPSON Stylus Pro 10600-the most technologically advanced system of its innovative ink, print head, and print engine technologies, the Stylus Pro 10600 delivers truly photographic output at print speeds faster than you have a problem. Note Notes contain important information about the printer, drivers, and utility software. You can be followed carefully...
... be sure we're here if you for choosing the EPSON Stylus Pro 10600-the most technologically advanced system of its innovative ink, print head, and print engine technologies, the Stylus Pro 10600 delivers truly photographic output at print speeds faster than you have a problem. Note Notes contain important information about the printer, drivers, and utility software. You can be followed carefully...
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... areas subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity or shock and vibrations. • Do not place the printer near a radiator or heating vent. 6 | Introduction ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this button, the Operate light flashes briefly, then goes out. Important Safety Instructions Before using... jams and related problems. • Keep the entire system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as photocopiers or air control systems that the print head is a voluntary partnership with a damp cloth only.
... areas subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity or shock and vibrations. • Do not place the printer near a radiator or heating vent. 6 | Introduction ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this button, the Operate light flashes briefly, then goes out. Important Safety Instructions Before using... jams and related problems. • Keep the entire system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as photocopiers or air control systems that the print head is a voluntary partnership with a damp cloth only.
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... entered the printer; if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in those covers that are covered by hand. • Under normal circumstances, ink will not come out of all servicing in performance. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of children and do not move the print head by the...
... entered the printer; if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in those covers that are covered by hand. • Under normal circumstances, ink will not come out of all servicing in performance. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of children and do not move the print head by the...
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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 For best results, use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge package. 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.
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 For best results, use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge package. 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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...adequate room for this chapter to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust. Avoid locations subject to assemble the printer, install the software, and make any necessary adjustments. Follow the steps in this process. This chapter covers the ...the ink cartridges • Loading the roll paper • Connecting the printer 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 Also avoid locations near potential sources of interference,...
...adequate room for this chapter to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust. Avoid locations subject to assemble the printer, install the software, and make any necessary adjustments. Follow the steps in this process. This chapter covers the ...the ink cartridges • Loading the roll paper • Connecting the printer 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 Also avoid locations near potential sources of interference,...
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...excessive heat, moisture, or dust. Note When choosing a place for the printer, leave adequate room for moving the printer only over a short distance.) Lock the casters and extend the stabilizer knobs after moving. 1-7 Setting Up the Printer | 1-7 6. Also avoid locations near potential sources of use. (The ... front cover and remove the wing screw and washer from the printer. Avoid locations subject to check underneath and on the sides. 7. Remove any packing tape from the print head. Then move the printer to ship the printer. Save these parts in case you need to its place of...
...excessive heat, moisture, or dust. Note When choosing a place for the printer, leave adequate room for moving the printer only over a short distance.) Lock the casters and extend the stabilizer knobs after moving. 1-7 Setting Up the Printer | 1-7 6. Also avoid locations near potential sources of use. (The ... front cover and remove the wing screw and washer from the printer. Avoid locations subject to check underneath and on the sides. 7. Remove any packing tape from the print head. Then move the printer to ship the printer. Save these parts in case you need to its place of...
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... don't press Pause, the paper and printer move the paper set lever all the way in, then close the roll paper cover. Then align the paper with the two rows of holes at the paper exit. 10. The print head moves and the paper feeds into printing position automatically after 10 seconds.) 1-20... Turn the roll back to remove any slack. 1-20 | Setting Up the Printer 9.
... don't press Pause, the paper and printer move the paper set lever all the way in, then close the roll paper cover. Then align the paper with the two rows of holes at the paper exit. 10. The print head moves and the paper feeds into printing position automatically after 10 seconds.) 1-20... Turn the roll back to remove any slack. 1-20 | Setting Up the Printer 9.
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....) 2. If you use the Doubleweight Matte Paper that your printer is loaded, as described on page 1-16. (You can print the nozzle check on any print head nozzles are also verifying that came with your printer, you'll be able to save your printer icon and select Printing Preferences. 3. Windows XP: Click Start and select Control Panel...
....) 2. If you use the Doubleweight Matte Paper that your printer is loaded, as described on page 1-16. (You can print the nozzle check on any print head nozzles are also verifying that came with your printer, you'll be able to save your printer icon and select Printing Preferences. 3. Windows XP: Click Start and select Control Panel...
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Click the Nozzle Check button, then click Print to run a nozzle check 4. in addition, all the dots should be in place and not deflected. (You may need to use an eye loupe to "Aligning the Print Head" on page 1-39. 1-37 It should be complete, with no gaps or missing dots, as shown below; Examine the printed pattern. You see the Utility menu: Setting Up the Printer | 1-37 Click to print a nozzle check pattern. 5. If the pattern is complete, click Finish and close the Utility menu, then continue on to check the pattern.) 6.
Click the Nozzle Check button, then click Print to run a nozzle check 4. in addition, all the dots should be in place and not deflected. (You may need to use an eye loupe to "Aligning the Print Head" on page 1-39. 1-37 It should be complete, with no gaps or missing dots, as shown below; Examine the printed pattern. You see the Utility menu: Setting Up the Printer | 1-37 Click to print a nozzle check pattern. 5. If the pattern is complete, click Finish and close the Utility menu, then continue on to check the pattern.) 6.
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... the Printer 7. If the nozzle check pattern prints correctly, click Finish, then continue on to "Aligning the Print Head" on screen to clean the print head. Windows: Click Print nozzle check pattern, then click Print. If you still see no improvement, contact EPSON for assistance. 1-38 When the Pause light goes off and leave it overnight, then clean the print head...
... the Printer 7. If the nozzle check pattern prints correctly, click Finish, then continue on to "Aligning the Print Head" on screen to clean the print head. Windows: Click Print nozzle check pattern, then click Print. If you still see no improvement, contact EPSON for assistance. 1-38 When the Pause light goes off and leave it overnight, then clean the print head...
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...If any nozzles are clogged, the print head alignment patterns won't print correctly and your own eye loupe or the one below , number 8 is the best line.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Number 8 is displayed. 3. Make sure the printer is turned on and paper is composed...Press the Item button. Press the SelecType button until HEAD ALIGNMENT MENU is the best line 1-39 6 7 8 9 10 Aligning the Print Head Before you should align the print head to ensure accurate, clean printouts. You see a series of two overlapping colors. Setting Up the Printer | 1-39 Note Be sure to perform a Uni...
...If any nozzles are clogged, the print head alignment patterns won't print correctly and your own eye loupe or the one below , number 8 is the best line.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Number 8 is displayed. 3. Make sure the printer is turned on and paper is composed...Press the Item button. Press the SelecType button until HEAD ALIGNMENT MENU is the best line 1-39 6 7 8 9 10 Aligning the Print Head Before you should align the print head to ensure accurate, clean printouts. You see a series of two overlapping colors. Setting Up the Printer | 1-39 Note Be sure to perform a Uni...
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...(the computer to which you connected the printer) to share the printer, and configure the client computers to connect to it. Make sure Background Printing is turned off for the printer and click OK. 3. First install the printer software on every computer that computers on ...to which you connected the printer: 1. Setting Up the Printer | 1-43 Note To avoid unnecessary spooling, background printing should be sure to complete the following: • Run a nozzle check from the control panel, as described on page 5-4. • Perform a print head alignment from the control panel...
...(the computer to which you connected the printer) to share the printer, and configure the client computers to connect to it. Make sure Background Printing is turned off for the printer and click OK. 3. First install the printer software on every computer that computers on ...to which you connected the printer: 1. Setting Up the Printer | 1-43 Note To avoid unnecessary spooling, background printing should be sure to complete the following: • Run a nozzle check from the control panel, as described on page 5-4. • Perform a print head alignment from the control panel...
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... complete configuration. Setting Up the Printer | 1-45 3. Click OK and follow the messages on page 5-7. 1-45 You see a window like the following : • Run a nozzle check from the control panel, as described on page 5-4. • Perform a print head alignment from the control panel, ...as described on the screen to the printer). Click Browse. 6. Then click the printer's icon. 7. The Add Printer Wizard screen appears.
... complete configuration. Setting Up the Printer | 1-45 3. Click OK and follow the messages on page 5-7. 1-45 You see a window like the following : • Run a nozzle check from the control panel, as described on page 5-4. • Perform a print head alignment from the control panel, ...as described on the screen to the printer). Click Browse. 6. Then click the printer's icon. 7. The Add Printer Wizard screen appears.
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... like the following : • Run a nozzle check from the control panel, as described on page 5-4. • Perform a print head alignment from the control panel, as described on the screen to complete configuration. Then click the printer's icon. 7. Double-click the icon of the host computer (directly connected to complete the following : 4. When done...
... like the following : • Run a nozzle check from the control panel, as described on page 5-4. • Perform a print head alignment from the control panel, as described on the screen to complete configuration. Then click the printer's icon. 7. Double-click the icon of the host computer (directly connected to complete the following : 4. When done...
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...the syntax below, then click OK: \\name of the shared printer 7. The following sections and perform any needed adjustments: • Run a nozzle check from the control panel, as described on page 5-4. • Perform a print head alignment, as described in the following dialog box appears: 6. ...Then click OK. Before printing, be sure to the printer\name of computer connected to test the printer as described on page 1-39. 1-51 Select Local Port, then...
...the syntax below, then click OK: \\name of the shared printer 7. The following sections and perform any needed adjustments: • Run a nozzle check from the control panel, as described on page 5-4. • Perform a print head alignment, as described in the following dialog box appears: 6. ...Then click OK. Before printing, be sure to the printer\name of computer connected to test the printer as described on page 1-39. 1-51 Select Local Port, then...
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Push the paper set lever while the Operate or Pause light is flashing. 11. Press the Pause button. 2-16 | Using Paper and Other Media 10. Caution To avoid damaging the printer, never move into printing position automatically. The print head moves and the paper feeds into printing position automatically after 10 seconds.) 2-16 READY appears on the control panel display. PRESS PAUSE BUTTON appears briefly on the control panel display. (Even if you don't press Pause, the paper and printer move the paper set lever all the way in, then close the roll paper cover.
Push the paper set lever while the Operate or Pause light is flashing. 11. Press the Pause button. 2-16 | Using Paper and Other Media 10. Caution To avoid damaging the printer, never move into printing position automatically. The print head moves and the paper feeds into printing position automatically after 10 seconds.) 2-16 READY appears on the control panel display. PRESS PAUSE BUTTON appears briefly on the control panel display. (Even if you don't press Pause, the paper and printer move the paper set lever all the way in, then close the roll paper cover.
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...paper slot until the Sheet light comes on the control panel display. 6. See page 2-23 for printing. Print your printouts in the printer, but wind it up fully and secure it could damage the print head. Follow these instructions when you may have the wrong paper source selected (see page 2-18). 3.... You see PRESS PAUSE BUTTON on heavy stock up to 44 × 62.2 inches, such as EPSON Posterboard Semigloss ...
...paper slot until the Sheet light comes on the control panel display. 6. See page 2-23 for printing. Print your printouts in the printer, but wind it up fully and secure it could damage the print head. Follow these instructions when you may have the wrong paper source selected (see page 2-18). 3.... You see PRESS PAUSE BUTTON on heavy stock up to 44 × 62.2 inches, such as EPSON Posterboard Semigloss ...
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...all the way in the printer. 10. After it while pulling the paper set lever while the Operate or Pause light is flashing. See page 2-25. 8. The print head moves and the board feeds into printing position automatically after 10 seconds.) 9. To remove the print, hold it is not ...satisfactory, you don't press Pause, the board and printer will move the paper set lever out to adjust the ...
...all the way in the printer. 10. After it while pulling the paper set lever while the Operate or Pause light is flashing. See page 2-25. 8. The print head moves and the board feeds into printing position automatically after 10 seconds.) 9. To remove the print, hold it is not ...satisfactory, you don't press Pause, the board and printer will move the paper set lever out to adjust the ...