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...EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON ESC/P, and MicroWeave are service marks, of any and all rights in any form or by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of their respective owners. The ENERGY STAR emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of Epson... as applied to strictly comply with these EPSON printers. EPSON is designed only for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by any consumable products other printers. Photo Enhance and EPSON UltraChrome are trademarks, and EPSON Preferred and EPSON Store are registered trademarks of this product,...
...EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON ESC/P, and MicroWeave are service marks, of any and all rights in any form or by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of their respective owners. The ENERGY STAR emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of Epson... as applied to strictly comply with these EPSON printers. EPSON is designed only for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by any consumable products other printers. Photo Enhance and EPSON UltraChrome are trademarks, and EPSON Preferred and EPSON Store are registered trademarks of this product,...
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...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 Using the Front Manual...Top Manual Feed Slot 30 Using Roll Paper 31 Roll Paper Guidelines 32 Loading the Paper onto the Spindle 33 Placing the Paper in the Printer 33 Removing Paper from the Spindle 37 Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper 37 Cutting Paper Manually with the Built-in Cutter ...
...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 Using the Front Manual...Top Manual Feed Slot 30 Using Roll Paper 31 Roll Paper Guidelines 32 Loading the Paper onto the Spindle 33 Placing the Paper in the Printer 33 Removing Paper from the Spindle 37 Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper 37 Cutting Paper Manually with the Built-in Cutter ...
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... . 50 Choosing Roll Paper Options 52 Creating a Custom Preset and Printing 53 Monitoring Print Jobs 54 Checking Ink Levels 55 Sharing Your Printer on a Network 57 Printing in Macintosh OS 9.x 58 Choosing Page Setup Options for Cut Sheet Printing 58 Choosing Page Setup Options for ...63 Choosing Advanced Print Options 65 Managing Print Jobs 68 Monitoring Your Print Job 69 Checking Printer Status 70 Selecting Configuration 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 ...
... . 50 Choosing Roll Paper Options 52 Creating a Custom Preset and Printing 53 Monitoring Print Jobs 54 Checking Ink Levels 55 Sharing Your Printer on a Network 57 Printing in Macintosh OS 9.x 58 Choosing Page Setup Options for Cut Sheet Printing 58 Choosing Page Setup Options for ...63 Choosing Advanced Print Options 65 Managing Print Jobs 68 Monitoring Your Print Job 69 Checking Printer Status 70 Selecting Configuration 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 ...
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Contents | 7 4 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 93 Checking Printer Status and Part Life 94 Printing Status Information 94 Viewing Status Information 95 Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 96 Running a Power ...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 5 Solving Problems 115 Diagnosing Problems 115 Checking...
Contents | 7 4 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 93 Checking Printer Status and Part Life 94 Printing Status Information 94 Viewing Status Information 95 Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 96 Running a Power ...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 5 Solving Problems 115 Diagnosing Problems 115 Checking...
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8 | Contents A Installing the Optional Print Server Card 133 Removing the Print Server Card 134 B Specifications 135 Printing 135 Environmental 136 Electrical 136 Dimensions 136 Operating Depth 137 Weight 137 Packing Dimensions and Weight 137 Printer Interfaces 137 Safety Approvals 138 Media 138 Roll Paper 138 Cut Sheets 138 Printable Area 139 Ink Cartridges 139 Index 141 -8
8 | Contents A Installing the Optional Print Server Card 133 Removing the Print Server Card 134 B Specifications 135 Printing 135 Environmental 136 Electrical 136 Dimensions 136 Operating Depth 137 Weight 137 Packing Dimensions and Weight 137 Printer Interfaces 137 Safety Approvals 138 Media 138 Roll Paper 138 Cut Sheets 138 Printable Area 139 Ink Cartridges 139 Index 141 -8
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...and performing basic operations. • The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of your equipment. Attach it to your printer to keep it working at its best, and provides troubleshooting tips in this book: WARNINGS must be followed carefully to maintain 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. ...
...and performing basic operations. • The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of your equipment. Attach it to your printer to keep it working at its best, and provides troubleshooting tips in this book: WARNINGS must be followed carefully to maintain 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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... new accessories and options that may become available. In addition, you can order these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment and software Option Part number EPSON Stylus Pro 4000 Printer Cabinet Stand C4000STAND Internal 10/100 BaseTX (Ethernet™) Type-B Print Server C12C824052 (interface card)* Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) - 2- In Canada, please call (800...
... new accessories and options that may become available. In addition, you can order these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment and software Option Part number EPSON Stylus Pro 4000 Printer Cabinet Stand C4000STAND Internal 10/100 BaseTX (Ethernet™) Type-B Print Server C12C824052 (interface card)* Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) - 2- In Canada, please call (800...
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..., your Unit ID number, call (800) 463-7766 for installing the printer software 11 Before you call, make sure you experience difficulty with your printer. Where To Get Help EPSON provides technical support and information on the installation, configuration, and operation of professional printing products through e-mail. Support hours and days are subject to...
..., your Unit ID number, call (800) 463-7766 for installing the printer software 11 Before you call, make sure you experience difficulty with your printer. Where To Get Help EPSON provides technical support and information on the installation, configuration, and operation of professional printing products through e-mail. Support hours and days are subject to...
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...up to 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®-compatible PC with ... for processing files (8GB or more available hard disk space recommended) • Quad-speed (4×) CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software • For USB connection: a Windows-compliant USB port and a shielded USB "AB" cable from Series A (computer) to Series...
...up to 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®-compatible PC with ... for processing files (8GB or more available hard disk space recommended) • Quad-speed (4×) CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software • For USB connection: a Windows-compliant USB port and a shielded USB "AB" cable from Series A (computer) to Series...
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... industry to promote the introduction of heavy stock or posterboard. 15.7 in. 5.9 in. 14.8 in. 5.9 in. • Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a window or in direct sunlight. Avoid areas subject to rapid changes in an effort to make sure you have... and copiers in temperature and humidity or shock and vibrations. • Do not place the printer near a radiator or heating vent. Introduction | 13 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA ENERGY ...
... industry to promote the introduction of heavy stock or posterboard. 15.7 in. 5.9 in. 14.8 in. 5.9 in. • Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a window or in direct sunlight. Avoid areas subject to rapid changes in an effort to make sure you have... and copiers in temperature and humidity or shock and vibrations. • Do not place the printer near a radiator or heating vent. Introduction | 13 ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA ENERGY ...
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... and off using the P power button. This ensures that are marked "Do Not Remove" may expose you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. • ... extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. 14 | Introduction Caution: Always turn off the power to the printer until the panel shuts off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with the paper sensors. • Keep the entire system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, ...
... and off using the P power button. This ensures that are marked "Do Not Remove" may expose you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet's ampere rating. • ... extension cord does not exceed the cord's ampere rating. 14 | Introduction Caution: Always turn off the power to the printer until the panel shuts off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with the paper sensors. • Keep the entire system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, ...
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... or surrounding area, or the green IC chip on your skin, wash it gets in your hand inside the printer or touch the cartridges during printing. • To avoid damaging the printer, do not drink the ink. • Do not store ink cartridges at high or freezing temperatures. if the... the side of children and do not move the print head by the operating instructions. Store cartridges in performance. if liquid has entered the printer; if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in a cool, dark location. • Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to ...
... or surrounding area, or the green IC chip on your skin, wash it gets in your hand inside the printer or touch the cartridges during printing. • To avoid damaging the printer, do not drink the ink. • Do not store ink cartridges at high or freezing temperatures. if the... the side of children and do not move the print head by the operating instructions. Store cartridges in performance. if liquid has entered the printer; if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in a cool, dark location. • Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to ...
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...; Printing on most types of coated, glossy, plain paper, and other media, you can use non-EPSON paper or other media. core: 4 in the printer before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. core: 6 in. (150 mm) diameter Thickness 3.15 to 19.7 mil (0.8 to 0.5 mm)... mm) Always test samples of paper stock in . (103 mm) - external roll 3 in . 17 Chapter 1: Handling Paper and Other Media The EPSON Stylus Pro 4000 prints on a variety of media, including roll paper and cut sheet paper • Using roll paper • Loading paper manually • Optimizing the ...
...; Printing on most types of coated, glossy, plain paper, and other media, you can use non-EPSON paper or other media. core: 4 in the printer before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. core: 6 in. (150 mm) diameter Thickness 3.15 to 19.7 mil (0.8 to 0.5 mm)... mm) Always test samples of paper stock in . (103 mm) - external roll 3 in . 17 Chapter 1: Handling Paper and Other Media The EPSON Stylus Pro 4000 prints on a variety of media, including roll paper and cut sheet paper • Using roll paper • Loading paper manually • Optimizing the ...
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...to load it manually, as those included in both the printer driver software and on cut sheet paper: • You can print on EPSON paper and other media: • Avoid touching the printable surface with your bare hands. The EPSON Stylus Pro 4000 accepts sheets ranging from the paper path and rolled up. ...; 22" sheets. • If you're using fine art paper or other thick media, you print on the printer's control panel. 18 | Handling Paper and Other Media Guidelines for Using EPSON Media Follow these additional guidelines for cut sheets; See page 48 (Mac OS X), page 63 (Mac OS 9), or...
...to load it manually, as those included in both the printer driver software and on cut sheet paper: • You can print on EPSON paper and other media: • Avoid touching the printable surface with your bare hands. The EPSON Stylus Pro 4000 accepts sheets ranging from the paper path and rolled up. ...; 22" sheets. • If you're using fine art paper or other thick media, you print on the printer's control panel. 18 | Handling Paper and Other Media Guidelines for Using EPSON Media Follow these additional guidelines for cut sheets; See page 48 (Mac OS X), page 63 (Mac OS 9), or...
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... 22" SP91209 SP91210 * Choose the Watercolor Paper - com) or your printer. Radiant White Media Type setting. 1-19 EPSON papers, which are specially designed for other media that may be available. EPSON cut sheet media available for the EPSON cut sheet media Paper type Weight Thickness Size Code Photo Quality Ink Jet... mil in top manual slot only.) 8.5" × 11" 13" × 19" S041636 S041637 UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper* (Load in the printer, ensure high-quality results. Handling Paper and Other Media | 19 Note: Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site (http://prographics...
... 22" SP91209 SP91210 * Choose the Watercolor Paper - com) or your printer. Radiant White Media Type setting. 1-19 EPSON papers, which are specially designed for other media that may be available. EPSON cut sheet media available for the EPSON cut sheet media Paper type Weight Thickness Size Code Photo Quality Ink Jet... mil in top manual slot only.) 8.5" × 11" 13" × 19" S041636 S041637 UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper* (Load in the printer, ensure high-quality results. Handling Paper and Other Media | 19 Note: Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site (http://prographics...
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Extend the paper tray and paper tray cover. 3. Lift up the paper tray cover. 1-22 Make sure the printer is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until the sheet icon appears on the LCD display. 2. 22 | Handling Paper and Other Media Follow these steps to load cut sheets in the paper tray: 1.
Extend the paper tray and paper tray cover. 3. Lift up the paper tray cover. 1-22 Make sure the printer is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until the sheet icon appears on the LCD display. 2. 22 | Handling Paper and Other Media Follow these steps to load cut sheets in the paper tray: 1.
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This provides a straight-through paper path. Open the top cover. 1-27 Make sure the printer is not bent when it feeds into printing position. 1. Release the paper lever. 3. Be sure 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 fine art paper, posterboard, or other media 19 to 59 mil (0.5 to 1.5 mm) thick, you want to use the manual feed slot. Handling Paper and Other Media | 27 Using the Front Manual Feed Slot If you need to print on the LCD display. 2.
This provides a straight-through paper path. Open the top cover. 1-27 Make sure the printer is not bent when it feeds into printing position. 1. Release the paper lever. 3. Be sure 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 fine art paper, posterboard, or other media 19 to 59 mil (0.5 to 1.5 mm) thick, you want to use the manual feed slot. Handling Paper and Other Media | 27 Using the Front Manual Feed Slot If you need to print on the LCD display. 2.
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Handling Paper and Other Media | 29 7. Extend the paper tray and cover if necessary to the secured position. Return the paper lever to support the sheet as it comes out of the printer. Make sure the roll paper support is not raised. 1-29 The printer automatically feeds the paper into printing position. 8.
Handling Paper and Other Media | 29 7. Extend the paper tray and cover if necessary to the secured position. Return the paper lever to support the sheet as it comes out of the printer. Make sure the roll paper support is not raised. 1-29 The printer automatically feeds the paper into printing position. 8.
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... cover if necessary to support the sheet as listed on the LCD display. 2. Make sure the printer is not raised. 1-30 You can also use the top manual feed slot for other types of the printer. Align the sheet with the right edge of the slot and insert it comes out of... paper, as it until the sheet icon appears on page 20. 1. The printer automatically feeds the sheet into printing position. 3. 30 | Handling Paper and Other Media Using the Top Manual Feed Slot You must use this feed slot...
... cover if necessary to support the sheet as listed on the LCD display. 2. Make sure the printer is not raised. 1-30 You can also use the top manual feed slot for other types of the printer. Align the sheet with the right edge of the slot and insert it comes out of... paper, as it until the sheet icon appears on page 20. 1. The printer automatically feeds the sheet into printing position. 3. 30 | Handling Paper and Other Media Using the Top Manual Feed Slot You must use this feed slot...
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or 3-inch core, up to another is a list of the product codes for EPSON roll media available for the printer. EPSON roll media Paper type Weight Thickness Size Code Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) (3" core, regular spindle) 260 gsm 10 mil 8.3" × ... SP91221-S SP91221 * Choose the Watercolor Paper - Radiant White Media Type setting. 1-31 Handling Paper and Other Media | 31 Note: Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site (http://prographics.epson. com) or your authorized EPSON dealer for Epson, (2" core, regular spindle)* 350 gsm 19 mil (Do not use any roll paper with a 2-
or 3-inch core, up to another is a list of the product codes for EPSON roll media available for the printer. EPSON roll media Paper type Weight Thickness Size Code Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) (3" core, regular spindle) 260 gsm 10 mil 8.3" × ... SP91221-S SP91221 * Choose the Watercolor Paper - Radiant White Media Type setting. 1-31 Handling Paper and Other Media | 31 Note: Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site (http://prographics.epson. com) or your authorized EPSON dealer for Epson, (2" core, regular spindle)* 350 gsm 19 mil (Do not use any roll paper with a 2-