Quick Reference Guide
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... expended cartridge to check ink levels is nearly expended. Checking Ink Levels and Replacing Ink Cartridges Before you begin a large print job, you have the correct replacement cartridge. Warning: Do not shake the expended cartridge, or ink may leak. Epson UltraChrome® with soap and water. Ink gauges for 5 cartridges listed below Maintenance tank gauges (one tank for Pro 7700) Replacing Ink Cartridges When...
... expended cartridge to check ink levels is nearly expended. Checking Ink Levels and Replacing Ink Cartridges Before you begin a large print job, you have the correct replacement cartridge. Warning: Do not shake the expended cartridge, or ink may leak. Epson UltraChrome® with soap and water. Ink gauges for 5 cartridges listed below Maintenance tank gauges (one tank for Pro 7700) Replacing Ink Cartridges When...
Quick Reference Guide
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The paper cutter moves to display EXECUTE, then press OK. Checking Ink Levels and Replacing Ink Cartridges (continued) 5 Make sure the replacement cartridge is highlighted. 2 Press again. Check the package and product code. Don't force it from its package. Press to ... cross-head screwdriver. 7 Gently shake the cartridge before installing it . 7 Close the ink cover. 6 Hold the cartridge with the arrow mark pointing toward the printer. Note: If you can't insert the cartridge smoothly, you may have the wrong cartridge. If the Ink light remains on the printer, then press ...
The paper cutter moves to display EXECUTE, then press OK. Checking Ink Levels and Replacing Ink Cartridges (continued) 5 Make sure the replacement cartridge is highlighted. 2 Press again. Check the package and product code. Don't force it from its package. Press to ... cross-head screwdriver. 7 Gently shake the cartridge before installing it . 7 Close the ink cover. 6 Hold the cartridge with the arrow mark pointing toward the printer. Note: If you can't insert the cartridge smoothly, you may have the wrong cartridge. If the Ink light remains on the printer, then press ...
User's Guide
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...Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 17 Printer Parts 18 Front 18 Back 18 Control Panel 19 LCD Display 19 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembling the Printer 21 Unpacking and Assembling the Stand 22 Unpacking the Printer and Mounting It on the Stand 25 Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro... 7700 27 Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 9700 34 Completing Setup and Connecting the Power Cord 42 Installing Ink 46 Connecting to Your System 48 Installing the Software for Windows 49...
...Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions 17 Printer Parts 18 Front 18 Back 18 Control Panel 19 LCD Display 19 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembling the Printer 21 Unpacking and Assembling the Stand 22 Unpacking the Printer and Mounting It on the Stand 25 Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro... 7700 27 Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 9700 34 Completing Setup and Connecting the Power Cord 42 Installing Ink 46 Connecting to Your System 48 Installing the Software for Windows 49...
User's Guide
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... Print Head Using the Control Panel . . 154 Automatically Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 154 Running Cleaning Cycles 155 Aligning the Print Head 156 Replacing Ink Cartridges 157 Changing the Date and Time 161 Using Maintenance Mode 161 Replacing the Paper Cutter 162 Removing the Old Cutter 162 Installing the New Cutter...
... Print Head Using the Control Panel . . 154 Automatically Checking and Cleaning the Print Head 154 Running Cleaning Cycles 155 Aligning the Print Head 156 Replacing Ink Cartridges 157 Changing the Date and Time 161 Using Maintenance Mode 161 Replacing the Paper Cutter 162 Removing the Old Cutter 162 Installing the New Cutter...
User's Guide
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... Environmental 195 Electrical 195 Dimensions and Weight 196 Printer Interfaces 196 Safety Approvals 196 Media 196 Roll Paper 196 Cut Sheets 198 Printable Area 201 Ink Cartridges 201 B Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel Loading Roll Paper Onto the Take-Up Reel 204 Winding Prints Forward 205 Winding Prints Backward 206...
... Environmental 195 Electrical 195 Dimensions and Weight 196 Printer Interfaces 196 Safety Approvals 196 Media 196 Roll Paper 196 Cut Sheets 198 Printable Area 201 Ink Cartridges 201 B Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel Loading Roll Paper Onto the Take-Up Reel 204 Winding Prints Forward 205 Winding Prints Backward 206...
User's Guide
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... printer on the CD-ROM provides instructions for setting up and using your printer, loading paper, using the Epson printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. It also tells you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using the printer's menu system. Warnings, Cautions...
... printer on the CD-ROM provides instructions for setting up and using your printer, loading paper, using the Epson printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. It also tells you use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges and other components, cleaning and aligning the print head, and using the printer's menu system. Warnings, Cautions...
User's Guide
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... and genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). 12 see page 162) Roll media adapters (2) Replacement 44-inch Take-Up Reel Core (Pro 9700 only) Ink Cartridges Part number C12C890501...Pro 9700 only); sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales), or call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To find the nearest reseller, visit www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. 12 | Introduction Tip: Check the Epson Pro Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. Options and Accessories Your Epson Stylus® Pro 7700/9700...
... and genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). 12 see page 162) Roll media adapters (2) Replacement 44-inch Take-Up Reel Core (Pro 9700 only) Ink Cartridges Part number C12C890501...Pro 9700 only); sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales), or call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To find the nearest reseller, visit www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. 12 | Introduction Tip: Check the Epson Pro Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. Options and Accessories Your Epson Stylus® Pro 7700/9700...
User's Guide
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... IC chip on the side of the ink cartridge. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of installation for best results. • Do not dismantle ink cartridges or try to refill them for best results. • Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge carton. • Use up at room temperature...
... IC chip on the side of the ink cartridge. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of installation for best results. • Do not dismantle ink cartridges or try to refill them for best results. • Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge carton. • Use up at room temperature...
User's Guide
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Introduction | 19 Control Panel Paper Ink light light Paper feed up button Print head cleaning button Paper release (ePlaten™) light and button power light and button OK button Menu button Ink open button Paper cut button Paper feed down button Pause/reset LCD light and button display Left arrow or paper source button LCD Display Roll paper margin Paper source Auto Take-Up Reel Platen gap/Paper number Ink cartridge status Roll paper counter Maintenance tank status 19
Introduction | 19 Control Panel Paper Ink light light Paper feed up button Print head cleaning button Paper release (ePlaten™) light and button power light and button OK button Menu button Ink open button Paper cut button Paper feed down button Pause/reset LCD light and button display Left arrow or paper source button LCD Display Roll paper margin Paper source Auto Take-Up Reel Platen gap/Paper number Ink cartridge status Roll paper counter Maintenance tank status 19
User's Guide
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Setting Up the Printer | 25 Unpacking the Printer and Mounting It on the Stand 1. Roll paper holders Documentation and software CD Power cord 2. Have four people lift the printer. WARNING: Four or more people are required to ship the printer. Remove the cardboard panels and other packing materials from around the printer. 3. Make sure you have all the items shown below: Cable guides 5 Ink cartridges Printer Note: Make sure you save the box and packaging in case you need to lift the printer. 25
Setting Up the Printer | 25 Unpacking the Printer and Mounting It on the Stand 1. Roll paper holders Documentation and software CD Power cord 2. Have four people lift the printer. WARNING: Four or more people are required to ship the printer. Remove the cardboard panels and other packing materials from around the printer. 3. Make sure you have all the items shown below: Cable guides 5 Ink cartridges Printer Note: Make sure you save the box and packaging in case you need to lift the printer. 25
User's Guide
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... the P power button to pop open. In a moment, INSTALL INK CARTRIDGE appears on the printer. do not try to open; Installing Ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for most of cartridges as soon as possible. 1. 46 | Setting Up the Printer Note: The ink cover may take a minute or two to turn on the...
... the P power button to pop open. In a moment, INSTALL INK CARTRIDGE appears on the printer. do not try to open; Installing Ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for most of cartridges as soon as possible. 1. 46 | Setting Up the Printer Note: The ink cover may take a minute or two to turn on the...
User's Guide
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Make sure you insert each cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer, then insert it into its slot until it clicks into the correct slot. 47 Remove the ink cartridges from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge. Slot no. Note the location of the slots corresponding to each cartridge for about 5 seconds. 4. Install the ink cartridges in the printer. Hold each cartridge all the way into place. Setting Up the Printer | 47 3. Cartridge 1 Vivid Magenta (VM) 2 Cyan (C) 3 Photo Black (PK) 4 Yellow (Y) 5 Matte Black (MK) 5.
Make sure you insert each cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer, then insert it into its slot until it clicks into the correct slot. 47 Remove the ink cartridges from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge. Slot no. Note the location of the slots corresponding to each cartridge for about 5 seconds. 4. Install the ink cartridges in the printer. Hold each cartridge all the way into place. Setting Up the Printer | 47 3. Cartridge 1 Vivid Magenta (VM) 2 Cyan (C) 3 Photo Black (PK) 4 Yellow (Y) 5 Matte Black (MK) 5.
User's Guide
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...the following routine procedures: • Checking printer status • Checking and cleaning the print head • Aligning the print head • Replacing ink cartridges • Changing the date and time • Performing additional maintenance tasks • Replacing the paper cutter blade • Replacing the maintenance tank... (see page 150) or a printer driver screen (see page 217. 149 Chapter 6: Maintaining and Transporting the Printer The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and Pro 9700 require little maintenance to fine-tune a variety of your maintenance tank(s), and other information.
...the following routine procedures: • Checking printer status • Checking and cleaning the print head • Aligning the print head • Replacing ink cartridges • Changing the date and time • Performing additional maintenance tasks • Replacing the paper cutter blade • Replacing the maintenance tank... (see page 150) or a printer driver screen (see page 217. 149 Chapter 6: Maintaining and Transporting the Printer The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and Pro 9700 require little maintenance to fine-tune a variety of your maintenance tank(s), and other information.
User's Guide
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... of the current default settings, the page count, and the status of prints, press d to select INK LEVEL, then press r. Viewing Status Information 1. Do one of the remaining cartridges. When done, press l. • To check job history, press d to be replaced by an ..., press l. • To check the status of measurement from centimeters to see the ink used (in milliliters) and paper used (in the first cartridge is loaded in the printer. 2. Note: You can replace the ink cartridges, cutter blade, and maintenance tank yourself. Press r Menu. 2. Make sure paper is...
... of the current default settings, the page count, and the status of prints, press d to select INK LEVEL, then press r. Viewing Status Information 1. Do one of the remaining cartridges. When done, press l. • To check job history, press d to be replaced by an ..., press l. • To check the status of measurement from centimeters to see the ink used (in milliliters) and paper used (in the first cartridge is loaded in the printer. 2. Note: You can replace the ink cartridges, cutter blade, and maintenance tank yourself. Press r Menu. 2. Make sure paper is...
User's Guide
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...alignment to start . If you start with tape. 2. Press u or d until the ink is expended, replace the cartridge, and then continue the job without any loss of ink remaining. 157 Press r to the 5 ink cartridge slots on the printer. Each head alignment takes about 7 minutes. When done, press ...times, then press d to start the alignment process. The easiest way to check ink levels is best to start the alignment process. 11. Press r, then press OK to replace a low ink cartridge before you do so, Epson recommends covering the openings with . 7. Press r Menu. 3. Make sure you...
...alignment to start . If you start with tape. 2. Press u or d until the ink is expended, replace the cartridge, and then continue the job without any loss of ink remaining. 157 Press r to the 5 ink cartridge slots on the printer. Each head alignment takes about 7 minutes. When done, press ...times, then press d to start the alignment process. The easiest way to check ink levels is best to start the alignment process. 11. Press r, then press OK to replace a low ink cartridge before you do so, Epson recommends covering the openings with . 7. Press r Menu. 3. Make sure you...
User's Guide
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... start, make sure the printer is low or expended. 2. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). To prevent ink reporting errors, never replace the ink cartridges with Vivid Magenta ink cartridges: Slot no. Before you use , and temperature. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. For print quality, a small amount of...
... start, make sure the printer is low or expended. 2. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). To prevent ink reporting errors, never replace the ink cartridges with Vivid Magenta ink cartridges: Slot no. Before you use , and temperature. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. For print quality, a small amount of...
User's Guide
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...the printer. Make sure the replacement cartridge is the correct color and remove it . 159 Remove the expended ink cartridge from its package. Gently shake the cartridge for transporting the printer, if necessary. 6. WARNING: Do not shake the expended cartridge, or ink may leak out. It's a good... idea to replace. The cartridge pops out. If ink gets on your eyes, flush...
...the printer. Make sure the replacement cartridge is the correct color and remove it . 159 Remove the expended ink cartridge from its package. Gently shake the cartridge for transporting the printer, if necessary. 6. WARNING: Do not shake the expended cartridge, or ink may leak out. It's a good... idea to replace. The cartridge pops out. If ink gets on your eyes, flush...
User's Guide
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... and air dry. Turn off . If the outer case is dirty, clean it using the original box and packing materials. Keep the ink cartridge compartments closed to prevent water from Epson. Preparing the Printer for more information. To ship the printer a longer distance, you can roll it on the far right) and the... building), you can purchase replacement packaging from getting inside. 9. To wash the paper basket, remove the shafts, then machine wash with mild detergent. Leave the ink cartridges installed. 170 170 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 8.
... and air dry. Turn off . If the outer case is dirty, clean it using the original box and packing materials. Keep the ink cartridge compartments closed to prevent water from Epson. Preparing the Printer for more information. To ship the printer a longer distance, you can roll it on the far right) and the... building), you can purchase replacement packaging from getting inside. 9. To wash the paper basket, remove the shafts, then machine wash with mild detergent. Leave the ink cartridges installed. 170 170 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 8.
User's Guide
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... MAINT TANK. RECOMMEND REPLACING THE CUTTER UNIT FRONT COVER OPEN CLOSE FRONT COVER F/W INSTALL ERROR UPDATE FAILED RESTART THE PRINTER INK CARTRIDGE INK LOW REPLACE INK CARTRIDGE Explanation Response Head cleaning did not clear the nozzles. Press to the printer or the data has an incorrect command. Select... NEARING END OF SERVICE LIFE. Damaged data was sent to clear the error and run the head cleaning utility again. Replace the ink cartridge; If cleaning doesn't start, cancel printing from the computer. see page 157. 177 Front cover is not enough space in the...
... MAINT TANK. RECOMMEND REPLACING THE CUTTER UNIT FRONT COVER OPEN CLOSE FRONT COVER F/W INSTALL ERROR UPDATE FAILED RESTART THE PRINTER INK CARTRIDGE INK LOW REPLACE INK CARTRIDGE Explanation Response Head cleaning did not clear the nozzles. Press to the printer or the data has an incorrect command. Select... NEARING END OF SERVICE LIFE. Damaged data was sent to clear the error and run the head cleaning utility again. Replace the ink cartridge; If cleaning doesn't start, cancel printing from the computer. see page 157. 177 Front cover is not enough space in the...
User's Guide
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... VARY. if the contact or condensation. Close the cover. Replace the cartridge(s) before cleaning; 178 | Solving Problems Message Explanation Response INK CARTRIDGE NON-GENUINE CARTRIDGE! see page 157. For the Pro 9700, note which tank needs replacement; see page 157. Replace the cartridge(s) before cleaning; Reinstall the maintenance tank. After cleaning is finished, you can re-use...
... VARY. if the contact or condensation. Close the cover. Replace the cartridge(s) before cleaning; 178 | Solving Problems Message Explanation Response INK CARTRIDGE NON-GENUINE CARTRIDGE! see page 157. For the Pro 9700, note which tank needs replacement; see page 157. Replace the cartridge(s) before cleaning; Reinstall the maintenance tank. After cleaning is finished, you can re-use...