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... to this information as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON ESC/P, and MicroWeave are registered trademarks of this product or third parties for any consumable products other printers. EPSON is designed only for any damages or problems arising from the use of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights...
... to this information as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. Trademarks EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON ESC/P, and MicroWeave are registered trademarks of this product or third parties for any consumable products other printers. EPSON is designed only for any damages or problems arising from the use of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights...
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...limits established by the FCC for help. For Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will invalidate the FCC Certification of ...equipment. These limits are designed to unused interfaces. If this equipment has more than one or more of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority ...
...limits established by the FCC for help. For Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will invalidate the FCC Certification of ...equipment. These limits are designed to unused interfaces. If this equipment has more than one or more of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority ...
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... Requirements 12 ENERGY STAR Compliance 13 Important Safety Instructions 13 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 15 1 Handling Paper and Other Media 17 Selecting Media for Your Printer 17 Guidelines for Using EPSON Media 18 Using Cut Sheet Paper 18 Cut Sheet Paper Paths 20 Loading Paper in the Paper Tray 21...
... Requirements 12 ENERGY STAR Compliance 13 Important Safety Instructions 13 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 15 1 Handling Paper and Other Media 17 Selecting Media for Your Printer 17 Guidelines for Using EPSON Media 18 Using Cut Sheet Paper 18 Cut Sheet Paper Paths 20 Loading Paper in the Paper Tray 21...
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... Options 71 Sharing Your Printer on a Network 73 3 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows 75 Choosing Basic Print Options 76 Choosing Paper and Layout Options 78 Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options 78 Choosing Roll Paper Options 80 Borderless Printing 82 Choosing Advanced Print Options 83 Managing Print Jobs 87 Using the Progress Meter...
... Options 71 Sharing Your Printer on a Network 73 3 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows 75 Choosing Basic Print Options 76 Choosing Paper and Layout Options 78 Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options 78 Choosing Roll Paper Options 80 Borderless Printing 82 Choosing Advanced Print Options 83 Managing Print Jobs 87 Using the Progress Meter...
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... Changing the Date and Time 105 Using the Maintenance Mode 105 Replacing the Paper Cutter Blade 107 Replacing the Maintenance Tank 109 Cleaning the Printer 111 Transporting or Storing the Printer 111 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 112 Setting Up the Printer After Transportation 113 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver 113 Macintosh 113 Windows 114...
... Changing the Date and Time 105 Using the Maintenance Mode 105 Replacing the Paper Cutter Blade 107 Replacing the Maintenance Tank 109 Cleaning the Printer 111 Transporting or Storing the Printer 111 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 112 Setting Up the Printer After Transportation 113 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver 113 Macintosh 113 Windows 114...
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... versions 4.0 or later. You can read the guide using your printer. Cautions must be followed carefully to keep it to your printer to avoid bodily injury. Tips contain additional hints on how to set up your printer and install the software. • The video CD-...174;, optimizing print quality, and performing basic operations. • The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of your printer for daily use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, checking and aligning the print head, and understanding error messages. ...
... versions 4.0 or later. You can read the guide using your printer. Cautions must be followed carefully to keep it to your printer to avoid bodily injury. Tips contain additional hints on how to set up your printer and install the software. • The video CD-...174;, optimizing print quality, and performing basic operations. • The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of your printer for daily use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, checking and aligning the print head, and understanding error messages. ...
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...Unit ID number, call (800) 463-7766 for installing the printer software 11 You'll also need your printer serial number and proof of professional printing products through Friday. Macintosh System Requirements To use your printer in either a stand-alone or peer-to-peer network environment... least 2GB of free hard disk space to change without notice. Introduction | 11 Tip: If you experience difficulty with your printer. Where To Get Help EPSON provides technical support and information on the installation, configuration, and operation of purchase. Dial (888) 377-6611, 6 AM to...
...Unit ID number, call (800) 463-7766 for installing the printer software 11 You'll also need your printer serial number and proof of professional printing products through Friday. Macintosh System Requirements To use your printer in either a stand-alone or peer-to-peer network environment... least 2GB of free hard disk space to change without notice. Introduction | 11 Tip: If you experience difficulty with your printer. Where To Get Help EPSON provides technical support and information on the installation, configuration, and operation of purchase. Dial (888) 377-6611, 6 AM to...
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12 | Introduction Caution: Using an improperly shielded cable-especially a cable more than 10 feet long-may cause the printer to malfunction. • For USB connection: a compliant USB port and a shielded USB "AB" cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer), up to 10 feet long For IEEE 1394 (...10 feet long For network connection: the optional Ethernet card (described on page 10) and a compatible cable Windows System Requirements To use your printer in either a stand-alone or peer-to-peer network environment, your system should include the requirements listed below: • IBM...
12 | Introduction Caution: Using an improperly shielded cable-especially a cable more than 10 feet long-may cause the printer to malfunction. • For USB connection: a compliant USB port and a shielded USB "AB" cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer), up to 10 feet long For IEEE 1394 (...10 feet long For network connection: the optional Ethernet card (described on page 10) and a compatible cable Windows System Requirements To use your printer in either a stand-alone or peer-to-peer network environment, your system should include the requirements listed below: • IBM...
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... the following safety instructions to make sure you use the equipment safely and effectively. • The printer weighs about 85 lb (without ink or paper), and should be lifted by power generation. Bright light can interfere with the computer and office equipment... rapid changes in direct sunlight. Introduction | 13 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. You may need more space behind the printer if you have enough space around it, as shown below. Avoid areas subject to reduce...
... the following safety instructions to make sure you use the equipment safely and effectively. • The printer weighs about 85 lb (without ink or paper), and should be lifted by power generation. Bright light can interfere with the computer and office equipment... rapid changes in direct sunlight. Introduction | 13 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. You may need more space behind the printer if you have enough space around it, as shown below. Avoid areas subject to reduce...
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...wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. • Turn off . Do not use a stand, make sure the total ampere rating of cordless telephones. • Place the printer on and off using the P power button. Do not spill liquid on the label. • Connect all devices ...plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. When you use outlets controlled by wall switches or timers. • Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plugs can interfere with the paper sensors. • Keep the entire system away...
...wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. • Turn off . Do not use a stand, make sure the total ampere rating of cordless telephones. • Place the printer on and off using the P power button. Do not spill liquid on the label. • Connect all devices ...plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. When you use outlets controlled by wall switches or timers. • Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plugs can interfere with the paper sensors. • Keep the entire system away...
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... and create special paper configurations. external roll 3 in . (103 mm) - The following information: • Selecting media for your printer • Printing on EPSON media • Using cut sheets up to 432 mm) 8 × 10 in . core: 4 in . wide (203 to 17 inches wide. up...Printer You can print on most types of coated, glossy, plain paper, and other media, you can also use : Supported paper sizes Roll paper Cut sheets Size 8 to 59 mil (1.5 mm) thick, via the straight-through paper path. 17 Chapter 1: Handling Paper and Other Media The EPSON Stylus Pro 4000...
... and create special paper configurations. external roll 3 in . (103 mm) - The following information: • Selecting media for your printer • Printing on EPSON media • Using cut sheets up to 432 mm) 8 × 10 in . core: 4 in . wide (203 to 17 inches wide. up...Printer You can print on most types of coated, glossy, plain paper, and other media, you can also use : Supported paper sizes Roll paper Cut sheets Size 8 to 59 mil (1.5 mm) thick, via the straight-through paper path. 17 Chapter 1: Handling Paper and Other Media The EPSON Stylus Pro 4000...
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... 17× 22 inches. make sure it manually, as those included in your printer driver software before you print on cut sheet paper and other thick media, you removed. • Use the 250 Media Type setting for instructions. • Always select the correct paper source..., or direct sunlight. Fingerprints may affect print quality. The EPSON Stylus Pro 4000 accepts sheets ranging from the paper path and rolled up. • Store sheet media on a flat surface in both the printer driver software and on the printer's control panel. 18 | Handling Paper and Other Media Guidelines...
... 17× 22 inches. make sure it manually, as those included in your printer driver software before you print on cut sheet paper and other thick media, you removed. • Use the 250 Media Type setting for instructions. • Always select the correct paper source..., or direct sunlight. Fingerprints may affect print quality. The EPSON Stylus Pro 4000 accepts sheets ranging from the paper path and rolled up. • Store sheet media on a flat surface in both the printer driver software and on the printer's control panel. 18 | Handling Paper and Other Media Guidelines...
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...215; 19" S041636 S041637 UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper* (Load in the printer, ensure high-quality results. com) or your printer. EPSON cut sheet media available for your authorized EPSON dealer for the inks used in front manual slot only.) 325 gsm 21 mil 13" × ...19" 17" × 22" SP91209 SP91210 * Choose the Watercolor Paper - Radiant White Media Type setting. 1-19 Handling Paper and Other Media | 19 Note: Check the EPSON Pro...
...215; 19" S041636 S041637 UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper* (Load in the printer, ensure high-quality results. com) or your printer. EPSON cut sheet media available for your authorized EPSON dealer for the inks used in front manual slot only.) 325 gsm 21 mil 13" × ...19" 17" × 22" SP91209 SP91210 * Choose the Watercolor Paper - Radiant White Media Type setting. 1-19 Handling Paper and Other Media | 19 Note: Check the EPSON Pro...
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...; Plain Paper Front manual feed slot • Smooth Fine Art Paper • Textured Fine Art Paper • Enhanced Poster Board 1-20 Make sure you use the correct paper path for manual feeding of special media. 20 | Handling Paper and Other Media Cut Sheet Paper Paths In addition to the paper... tray, two paper paths are available for EPSON media, as listed below: Paper tray • Premium Semigloss Photo Paper • Premium Luster Photo Paper • Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper • ...
...; Plain Paper Front manual feed slot • Smooth Fine Art Paper • Textured Fine Art Paper • Enhanced Poster Board 1-20 Make sure you use the correct paper path for manual feeding of special media. 20 | Handling Paper and Other Media Cut Sheet Paper Paths In addition to the paper... tray, two paper paths are available for EPSON media, as listed below: Paper tray • Premium Semigloss Photo Paper • Premium Luster Photo Paper • Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper • ...
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Open the top cover. 1-27 This provides a straight-through paper path. Be sure to use the manual feed slot. Release the paper lever. 3. Make sure the printer is not bent when it feeds into printing position. 1. Handling Paper and Other Media | 27 Using the Front Manual Feed Slot If you want to print on fine art paper, posterboard, or other media 19 to 59 mil (0.5 to 1.5 mm) thick, you need to allow enough room behind the printer so the paper is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until the sheet icon appears on the LCD display. 2.
Open the top cover. 1-27 This provides a straight-through paper path. Be sure to use the manual feed slot. Release the paper lever. 3. Make sure the printer is not bent when it feeds into printing position. 1. Handling Paper and Other Media | 27 Using the Front Manual Feed Slot If you want to print on fine art paper, posterboard, or other media 19 to 59 mil (0.5 to 1.5 mm) thick, you need to allow enough room behind the printer so the paper is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until the sheet icon appears on the LCD display. 2.
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... roll paper support is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until it until the sheet icon appears on page 20. 1. Make sure the printer is not raised. 1-30 Extend the paper tray and cover if necessary to support the sheet as listed on the LCD display. 2. Align the sheet... with the right edge of the printer. 30 | Handling Paper and Other Media Using the Top Manual Feed Slot You must use this feed slot for EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper and Velvet Fine Art Paper. You can also use the top manual feed slot for other types of paper, as...
... roll paper support is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until it until the sheet icon appears on page 20. 1. Make sure the printer is not raised. 1-30 Extend the paper tray and cover if necessary to support the sheet as listed on the LCD display. 2. Align the sheet... with the right edge of the printer. 30 | Handling Paper and Other Media Using the Top Manual Feed Slot You must use this feed slot for EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper and Velvet Fine Art Paper. You can also use the top manual feed slot for other types of paper, as...
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...17" × 7' (Do not use cutter.) 17" × 50' S041782-S SP91205 Textured Fine Art Paper 225 gsm 15 mil 17" × 50' (Do not use cutter.) S041745 PremierArt™ Water Resistant Canvas for the printer. com) or your authorized EPSON dealer for other media that may be... available. Handling Paper and Other Media | 31 Note: Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site (http://prographics.epson. or 3-inch core, up...
...17" × 7' (Do not use cutter.) 17" × 50' S041782-S SP91205 Textured Fine Art Paper 225 gsm 15 mil 17" × 50' (Do not use cutter.) S041745 PremierArt™ Water Resistant Canvas for the printer. com) or your authorized EPSON dealer for other media that may be... available. Handling Paper and Other Media | 31 Note: Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site (http://prographics.epson. or 3-inch core, up...
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... the media handling guidelines on page 18, as well as these special guidelines for roll paper: • When storing roll paper, keep them together for Epson • Vinyl • Matte board • Backlight film • Heavyweight polyester banner media • DuPont™ Semigloss Proofing Paper • If you're... until the or roll icon appears on the LCD display. • Choose if you want to increase the suction strength by pressing the button. Use of pages and keep it in its original packaging-including the bag, end caps, and box. • To avoid feeding excess paper, make ...
... the media handling guidelines on page 18, as well as these special guidelines for roll paper: • When storing roll paper, keep them together for Epson • Vinyl • Matte board • Backlight film • Heavyweight polyester banner media • DuPont™ Semigloss Proofing Paper • If you're... until the or roll icon appears on the LCD display. • Choose if you want to increase the suction strength by pressing the button. Use of pages and keep it in its original packaging-including the bag, end caps, and box. • To avoid feeding excess paper, make ...
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34 | Handling Paper and Other Media 2. Release the paper lever. 1-34 Place the roll paper in the printer as shown. (The gray end of the spindle goes on the LCD display. 4. Make sure the printer is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until the or icon appears on the right.) Note: To avoid feeding excess paper, make sure you don't select when you're using roll paper. 3.
34 | Handling Paper and Other Media 2. Release the paper lever. 1-34 Place the roll paper in the printer as shown. (The gray end of the spindle goes on the LCD display. 4. Make sure the printer is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until the or icon appears on the right.) Note: To avoid feeding excess paper, make sure you don't select when you're using roll paper. 3.
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... position, then roll up the paper before removing it locks in place. If the paper is loaded for using the spindle adapters. Set the spindle upright, with either a 2-inch or 3-inch core by using 3-inch roll paper: 1. Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper You can convert the spindle to accept roll... the spindle. Open the roll paper cover. 2. Slide the black paper stop until it . 3. Press the other adapter onto the black paper stop from the printer. 4.
... position, then roll up the paper before removing it locks in place. If the paper is loaded for using the spindle adapters. Set the spindle upright, with either a 2-inch or 3-inch core by using 3-inch roll paper: 1. Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper You can convert the spindle to accept roll... the spindle. Open the roll paper cover. 2. Slide the black paper stop until it . 3. Press the other adapter onto the black paper stop from the printer. 4.