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... 11 Macintosh System Requirements 11 Windows System Requirements 12 Important Safety Instructions 13 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 15 Printer Parts 16 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 17 Unpacking and Assembling the Stand 18 Unpacking the Printer 20 Mounting the Printer on the Stand 22 Attaching the Paper Basket 25 Unpacking and Assembling the...
... 11 Macintosh System Requirements 11 Windows System Requirements 12 Important Safety Instructions 13 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 15 Printer Parts 16 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembling the Epson Stylus Pro 7880 17 Unpacking and Assembling the Stand 18 Unpacking the Printer 20 Mounting the Printer on the Stand 22 Attaching the Paper Basket 25 Unpacking and Assembling the...
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Contents | 7 4 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper 90 Choosing Basic Print Options 91 Selecting the Correct Media Type Setting 93 Choosing Color Management Options 95 Choosing Roll Paper Options 97 Choosing Cut Sheet Paper ... and Cleaning the Print Head 123 Running a Power Cleaning Cycle 124 Aligning the Print Head 125 Replacing Ink Cartridges 126 Switching Black Ink Cartridges 130 Draining the Old Ink 130 Installing the New Black Ink Cartridge 132 Updating the Printer Driver Information 133 Changing the Date and Time 134 7
Contents | 7 4 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper 90 Choosing Basic Print Options 91 Selecting the Correct Media Type Setting 93 Choosing Color Management Options 95 Choosing Roll Paper Options 97 Choosing Cut Sheet Paper ... and Cleaning the Print Head 123 Running a Power Cleaning Cycle 124 Aligning the Print Head 125 Replacing Ink Cartridges 126 Switching Black Ink Cartridges 130 Draining the Old Ink 130 Installing the New Black Ink Cartridge 132 Updating the Printer Driver Information 133 Changing the Date and Time 134 7
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...Cutter Blade 138 Replacing the Maintenance Tank 139 Cleaning the Printer 141 Transporting or Storing the Printer 142 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 143 Moving the Printer on the Stand 145 Setting Up the Printer After Transportation 146 6 Solving Problems Diagnosing Problems 147 ...159 Clearing Paper Jams 160 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver 162 A Specifications Environmental 163 Electrical 163 Dimensions and Weight 164 Printer Interfaces 164 Safety Approvals 164 Media 164 Roll Paper 164 Cut Sheets 165 Printable Area 167 Ink Cartridges 167 Index 169 8
...Cutter Blade 138 Replacing the Maintenance Tank 139 Cleaning the Printer 141 Transporting or Storing the Printer 142 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 143 Moving the Printer on the Stand 145 Setting Up the Printer After Transportation 146 6 Solving Problems Diagnosing Problems 147 ...159 Clearing Paper Jams 160 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver 162 A Specifications Environmental 163 Electrical 163 Dimensions and Weight 164 Printer Interfaces 164 Safety Approvals 164 Media 164 Roll Paper 164 Cut Sheets 165 Printable Area 167 Ink Cartridges 167 Index 169 8
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..., and Tips Please follow these guidelines as you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using your printer on a network. You can read the guide using the Epson® printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. Tips contain additional hints on how to get the most out...
..., and Tips Please follow these guidelines as you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using your printer on a network. You can read the guide using the Epson® printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. Tips contain additional hints on how to get the most out...
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... a complete list. 12 In addition, you can damage the printer's built-in cutter. Options and Accessories Your Epson Stylus® Pro 7880/9880 offers these user-replaceable items: Consumables and user-replaceable parts Part Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank (see page 157) Replacement Printer Cutter Blade (see page 154) Ink Cartridges Part number C12C890191 C12C815291 See page 145 for accessories...
... a complete list. 12 In addition, you can damage the printer's built-in cutter. Options and Accessories Your Epson Stylus® Pro 7880/9880 offers these user-replaceable items: Consumables and user-replaceable parts Part Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank (see page 157) Replacement Printer Cutter Blade (see page 154) Ink Cartridges Part number C12C890191 C12C815291 See page 145 for accessories...
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..., but care is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check. • If you shake cartridges that have been previously installed. Introduction | 17 Caution: Do not use too much force when you remove an ink cartridge for later use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the ink cartridge retains a variety of cartridge information, which allows you to...
..., but care is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check. • If you shake cartridges that have been previously installed. Introduction | 17 Caution: Do not use too much force when you remove an ink cartridge for later use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the ink cartridge retains a variety of cartridge information, which allows you to...
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Roll paper on spindle Roll paper cover Roll paper mounting bracket Paper lever Front cover Control panel Ink cartridge compartment Ink cartridge compartment Paper basket Casters Network interface Maintenance tank (Pro 9880 includes two tanks, one on each side of printer) 18 USB interface AC inlet Paper straps (Pro 9880 only) 18 | Introduction Printer Parts These illustrations show the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, but the parts are the same for the Pro 7880 unless otherwise noted.
Roll paper on spindle Roll paper cover Roll paper mounting bracket Paper lever Front cover Control panel Ink cartridge compartment Ink cartridge compartment Paper basket Casters Network interface Maintenance tank (Pro 9880 includes two tanks, one on each side of printer) 18 USB interface AC inlet Paper straps (Pro 9880 only) 18 | Introduction Printer Parts These illustrations show the Epson Stylus Pro 9880, but the parts are the same for the Pro 7880 unless otherwise noted.
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... cord Roll paper and spindle Spindle adapters 8 Ink cartridges Photo/Matte Black Ink Conversion Kit 23 2 Paper guides See page 144. Note: The printer includes a Photo Black cartridge. If you have all the items shown below . Remove ink cartridges and accessories # " 4. Setting Up the Printer | 23 2. Remove the handles from the printer. Lift the box up and away from...
... cord Roll paper and spindle Spindle adapters 8 Ink cartridges Photo/Matte Black Ink Conversion Kit 23 2 Paper guides See page 144. Note: The printer includes a Photo Black cartridge. If you have all the items shown below . Remove ink cartridges and accessories # " 4. Setting Up the Printer | 23 2. Remove the handles from the printer. Lift the box up and away from...
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... cord Spindle adapters Roll paper and spindle 8 Ink cartridges Photo/Matte Black Ink Conversion Kit 5 Paper guides 32 32 | Setting Up the Printer 2. Remove ink cartridges and accessories # " Note: The printer includes a Photo Black cartridge. Lift the box up and away from around the printer. 4. See page 144. 3. Remove the ink cartridges and other accessories from the side as shown below...
... cord Spindle adapters Roll paper and spindle 8 Ink cartridges Photo/Matte Black Ink Conversion Kit 5 Paper guides 32 32 | Setting Up the Printer 2. Remove ink cartridges and accessories # " Note: The printer includes a Photo Black cartridge. Lift the box up and away from around the printer. 4. See page 144. 3. Remove the ink cartridges and other accessories from the side as shown below...
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... the Matte Black cartridge immediately instead of cartridges as soon as possible. 1. Remove the ink cartridges from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge to be used. The cartridges shipped with your printer are in each cartridge. 40 Press the P Power button to open them. In a moment, INSTALL INK CARTRIDGE appears on the printer. Do not leave the printer unattended. 2. Press both...
... the Matte Black cartridge immediately instead of cartridges as soon as possible. 1. Remove the ink cartridges from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge to be used. The cartridges shipped with your printer are in each cartridge. 40 Press the P Power button to open them. In a moment, INSTALL INK CARTRIDGE appears on the printer. Do not leave the printer unattended. 2. Press both...
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... lit green and the PAPER OUT message appears. After installing all the way into its slot. Charging is flashing, or you need to close the ink compartment covers. Install the ink cartridges in the printer. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system and the P Power light flashes. 6.
... lit green and the PAPER OUT message appears. After installing all the way into its slot. Charging is flashing, or you need to close the ink compartment covers. Install the ink cartridges in the printer. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system and the P Power light flashes. 6.
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... only available when printing on certain media types. 1. Whether your black ink cartridge. Choose the Media Type setting for the paper you can use Photoshop's color management settings when using your Epson driver. This mode is color or grayscale, you have loaded in the printer. (See page 88 for the best quality. 95 Uncheck High Speed...
... only available when printing on certain media types. 1. Whether your black ink cartridge. Choose the Media Type setting for the paper you can use Photoshop's color management settings when using your Epson driver. This mode is color or grayscale, you have loaded in the printer. (See page 88 for the best quality. 95 Uncheck High Speed...
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... technology. Note: If you are printing from Photoshop, make sure the Main tab is color or grayscale, you are no profiles associated with the paper, or check the Epson website www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. Note: If Advanced Black and White Photo is not available for your media type, you '...Advanced Black and White Photo mode also provides settings for the media you may need to create stunning black-and-white prints. If your black ink cartridge. For the Mode setting, select Custom, then click Advanced. 114 You may have the time, date, and other information about your print ...
... technology. Note: If you are printing from Photoshop, make sure the Main tab is color or grayscale, you are no profiles associated with the paper, or check the Epson website www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. Note: If Advanced Black and White Photo is not available for your media type, you '...Advanced Black and White Photo mode also provides settings for the media you may need to create stunning black-and-white prints. If your black ink cartridge. For the Mode setting, select Custom, then click Advanced. 114 You may have the time, date, and other information about your print ...
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... Replacing ink cartridges • Switching the black ink cartridge • Changing the date and time • Performing additional maintenance tasks • Replacing the paper cutter blade • Replacing the maintenance tank • Cleaning the printer • Transporting or storing the printer In addition...view the printer's status on the LCD display (see page 136) or a printer driver screen (see the electronic User's Guide included on the printer to keep working at their best. 135 Chapter 6: Maintaining and Transporting the Printer The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 require ...
... Replacing ink cartridges • Switching the black ink cartridge • Changing the date and time • Performing additional maintenance tasks • Replacing the paper cutter blade • Replacing the maintenance tank • Cleaning the printer • Transporting or storing the printer In addition...view the printer's status on the LCD display (see page 136) or a printer driver screen (see the electronic User's Guide included on the printer to keep working at their best. 135 Chapter 6: Maintaining and Transporting the Printer The Epson Stylus Pro 7880 and Pro 9880 require ...
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... capacity remaining Viewing Status Information 1. Make sure paper is loaded in each cartridge, the page count, and the status of ink remaining in the printer. 2. Press the Menu button. 2. 136 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Note: You can be replaced by an authorized Epson service technician. When done, press l. 136 Printing Status Information The status...
... capacity remaining Viewing Status Information 1. Make sure paper is loaded in each cartridge, the page count, and the status of ink remaining in the printer. 2. Press the Menu button. 2. 136 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Note: You can be replaced by an authorized Epson service technician. When done, press l. 136 Printing Status Information The status...
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... do so, Epson recommends covering the openings with tape. 9. If one of 110 ml and 220 ml cartridges. 144 However, it before you can store partially used ink cartridges for up to the 8 ink cartridge slots on the printer. Make sure you start. When the bi-directional black alignment is finished, press d until BI-D 2-COLOR is from the...
... do so, Epson recommends covering the openings with tape. 9. If one of 110 ml and 220 ml cartridges. 144 However, it before you can store partially used ink cartridges for up to the 8 ink cartridge slots on the printer. Make sure you start. When the bi-directional black alignment is finished, press d until BI-D 2-COLOR is from the...
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... in printer damage. Caution: Leave the expended cartridge in the cartridge after the "replace cartridge" indicator comes on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of opening the package. This is the cartridge you are ready to open them . Press the ink compartment covers to replace it. Note the color of the cartridge that you use genuine Epson cartridges and...
... in printer damage. Caution: Leave the expended cartridge in the cartridge after the "replace cartridge" indicator comes on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of opening the package. This is the cartridge you are ready to open them . Press the ink compartment covers to replace it. Note the color of the cartridge that you use genuine Epson cartridges and...
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... water. 4. Make sure the replacement cartridge is the correct color and remove it . 146 Remove the expended ink cartridge from its package. 6. If ink gets on your eyes, flush them for transporting the printer, if necessary. 5. It's a good idea to the unlocked position. Gently shake the cartridge before installing it from the printer. WARNING: Do not shake the...
... water. 4. Make sure the replacement cartridge is the correct color and remove it . 146 Remove the expended ink cartridge from its package. 6. If ink gets on your eyes, flush them for transporting the printer, if necessary. 5. It's a good idea to the unlocked position. Gently shake the cartridge before installing it from the printer. WARNING: Do not shake the...
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...use the Black Ink Conversion Kit (included with your printer) and the new black ink cartridge (either Matte or Photo) that you want to convert to replace the maintenance tank before you change black ink cartridges. Changing the black ink cartridge also consumes color ink. You can... continue the process at least 30% full before you begin the conversion process. It is optimized for traditional photographic and ink jet-coated papers, such as Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte and Epson...
...use the Black Ink Conversion Kit (included with your printer) and the new black ink cartridge (either Matte or Photo) that you want to convert to replace the maintenance tank before you change black ink cartridges. Changing the black ink cartridge also consumes color ink. You can... continue the process at least 30% full before you begin the conversion process. It is optimized for traditional photographic and ink jet-coated papers, such as Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte and Epson...
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When REMOVE ALL FOUR INK CARTRIDGES ON THE RIGHT SIDE appears, remove all four ink cartridges from the right ink compartment, and then insert the new conversion cartridge(s). The printer starts draining ink and DRAINING INK XX% appears on the right ink compartment. Wait until draining is complete. 149 Note: If REPLACE CONVERSION CRTG appears, press the Pause button. When LOWER...
When REMOVE ALL FOUR INK CARTRIDGES ON THE RIGHT SIDE appears, remove all four ink cartridges from the right ink compartment, and then insert the new conversion cartridge(s). The printer starts draining ink and DRAINING INK XX% appears on the right ink compartment. Wait until draining is complete. 149 Note: If REPLACE CONVERSION CRTG appears, press the Pause button. When LOWER...