Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink User Manual

Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink - Stylus Pro 7600 Print Engine Manual

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    EPSON Stylus® Pro 7600/9600 PRINTER GUIDE ®
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    maintenance instructions. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. Printed on recycled paper
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    Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions for help. Changes
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    and Connecting to an Optional Interface Card 48 Installing the Printer Software 50 Installing the Software for Macintosh OS 8.5 to 9.x 50 Installing Software for Windows 52 Running a Nozzle Check 54 Cleaning the Print Head from the Control Panel 56 Aligning the Print Head 57 Examining the UNI
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    Thick or Thin Paper 81 Using the Paper Basket 82 Catching Printouts in Front of the Printer 82 Catching Printouts Under the Printer 83 Optimizing the Settings for Your Paper 84 Adjusting the Paper Settings 84 Creating and Selecting Paper Profiles 85 3 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh
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    Cleaning the Print Head from the Control Panel 133 Performing a Power Cleaning 134 Aligning the Print Head 135 Examining the UNI-D ALL Alignment Pattern 136 Examining the BI-D BLACK Alignment Pattern 137 Examining the BI-D ALL Alignment Pattern 139 Replacing Ink Cartridges 141 Checking Ink
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    Maintenance Tank 155 Cleaning the Printer 157 Transporting or Storing the Printer 158 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 158 Moving the Printer on the Stand 161 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Software 162 Macintosh 162 Windows 163 6 Solving Problems Diagnosing Problems 165 Using
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    provides troubleshooting tips in case you have a problem. For additional information, see the following: • The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of procedures for daily use and printer maintenance-loading paper, replacing ink cartridges, running cleaning cycles, aligning the print head
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    Part number EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 Printer Stand C12C844061 EFI® Fiery® Spark Professional 2.0 Software RIP C842832 Internal 10/100 BaseT (Ethernet™) Type-B interface card C12C823912 Internal IEEE 1394 (FireWire™) Type-B interface card C823722 Automatic Take-Up Reel System (Stylus Pro 9600
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    items: Consumables and user-replaceable parts Part Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank* Stylus Pro 7600: Stylus Pro 9600: Replacement Printer Cutter Blade** Ink Cartridges Paper (roll and sheet) Part number C120890071 C126890071 C12C815241 See page 142 for a complete listing. See page 64 for
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    e-mail. You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. Macintosh System Requirements To use your printer in either a standalone or
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    or XP For IEEE 1394 connection: PC with IEEE 1394 port running Windows Me, 2000, or XP For 10/100 BaseT Ethernet connection: Ethernet equipped PC running Windows 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, or XP • 256MB of RAM or higher recommended • At least 25MB of free hard disk space to install the software, and
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    or heating vent. Avoid areas subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity or shock and vibrations. • Do not place the printer near a window or in direct sunlight. Bright light can interfere with the paper sensors, causing paper jams and related problems. • Keep the entire system away from
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    a distinct change in performance. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the cartridges during printing. • To avoid damaging the printer, do not move the print head by hand
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    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 reduced print quality. • Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge package. For best results, use cartridges
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    process. This chapter covers the following information: • Unpacking and assembly • Connecting the power cord • Installing the ink cartridges • Loading the roll paper • Connecting the printer to your computer • Installing the printer software • Running a nozzle check • Aligning the print head 1-17
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    18 | Setting Up the Printer Warning Assembly requires two people. Unpacking and Assembling the Stylus Pro 7600 Follow these steps to assemble your printer. If you have a Stylus Pro 9600, see page 27 instead. Unpacking and Assembling the Optional Stand If you have an optional stand for the Stylus
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    attaching lower bar to legs for attaching top support bar to legs for attaching printer to stand for attaching printer to stand 2. Insert one of the legs into the base as shown. (The bolt holes line up only if the leg is matched with the correct base.) Use the included Allen wrench to fasten the
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    20 | Setting Up the Printer 3. Assemble the other leg and base in the same way. H 4. Attach the bottom support bar as shown. Fasten the bar with one collar (J) and one bolt (I) at each end. J K 5. Attach the top support bar as shown. Use a Phillips screwdriver to fasten the four small screws (K). K
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    Setting Up the Printer | 21 Unpacking the Printer 1. Remove the roll paper, polystyrene foam, and cardboard cushions. 2. Remove the handles from the sides of the box as shown. 3. Lift the box up and away from the printer. Remove the ink cartridges and other accessories from the side as shown below
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    the left) • the maintenance tank (on the right side near the bottom) 7. Open the front cover. Then unscrew the bolt and remove the bracket securing the print head. Save the bolt and bracket in case you need to ship the printer. Warning Two or more people are required to lift the printer. 8. If you
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    optional stand, follow these steps to mount the printer: 1. Lock the casters and lower the stabilizer knobs to keep the stand from rolling. Stabilizer knob Warning Two or more people are required to lift the printer. 2. Using two people, hold the printer at the indicated locations. Then set it on
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    24 | Setting Up the Printer 3. Fasten the printer to the stand with wing screws (L) and washers (M). M L M L Attaching the Paper Basket 1. Attach the metal rods as shown. The free ends of the rods should point outward. 1-24
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    Setting Up the Printer | 25 2. Snap the basket's plastic connectors onto the metal rods at the rear of the stand. (The rear connectors are labeled with an R.) 3. Rotate the front bar once as shown, so the fabric folds around the bar. 1-25
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    Raise the stabilizer knobs and unlock the casters. Then move the printer to the place of use. (The casters are meant for moving the printer for only a short distance.) Lock the casters and extend the stabilizer knobs after moving. When done, skip ahead to "Connecting the Power Cord" on page 37. 1-26
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    | 27 Warning Two people are required to unpack the printer, and four are needed to set it on the stand. Unpacking and Assembling the Stylus Pro 9600 Follow these steps to assemble your printer. If you have a Stylus Pro 7600, see page 18 instead. Unpacking the Stand 1. Open the box and remove
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    spring washers, and plain washers (2) J: Paper supports (5) Assembling the Stand 1. Insert the support bar into one of the base sections as shown. Then attach it with two bolts (H) using the included Allen wrench. (Leave the bolts a little loose, so that you can adjust the position when you insert
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    Setting Up the Printer | 29 Unpacking the Printer 1. Remove the roll paper, polystyrene foam, and cardboard cushions. 2. Lift the box up and away from the printer. Remove the ink cartridges and other accessories from the side as shown below. Remove ink cartridges and accessories B A 3. Remove
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    30 | Setting Up the Printer Make sure all these items are included: M O N P Q R M: Roll paper spindle N: Roll paper (EPSON Doubleweight Matte Paper) O: Ink cartridges P: Roll paper belt (for keeping roll paper wound up) Q: Power cord R: Printer 1-30
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    Setting Up the Printer | 31 Mounting the Printer on the Stand 1. Lock the two casters to keep the stand from rolling. Then extend the stabilizer knobs. 2. Orient the printer in relation to the stand as shown: Stabilizer knob (hidden) 1-31
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    32 | Setting Up the Printer Warning 3. Using four people, grasp the printer in the four locations as shown, and set the printer on the stand: Do not attempt to lift the printer with fewer than four people. Top view 4. Fasten the printer to the stand with wing nuts, spring washers, and plain
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    unscrew the bolt and remove the bracket securing the print head, as shown above. Save these parts in case you need to ship the printer. 7. Close the front cover. 8. Raise the stabilizer knobs and unlock the casters. Then move the printer to the place of use. (The casters are meant for moving the
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    34 | Setting Up the Printer Attaching the Basket 1. Attach the short basket hooks to the upper guides: 2. Attach the long basket hooks to the lower guides: 3. Turn the basket so its seams face downward, and spread it on the floor. Rear Front 1-34
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    4. Pass the basket's rear bar to the back of the printer. Rotate the bar one revolution so that the fabric folds around the bar. Then insert the plastic pins into the stand as shown. 5. Slide out
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    36 | Setting Up the Printer 7. Hold the front bar and turn it one revolution. Then attach the lower basket hooks to the connectors. 8. Push the upper and lower basket hooks back in. 9. Hook the basket rings to take up the slack. 10. Hook the paper supports so they hang along the inside of the basket
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    to the AC inlet on the back of the printer. Do not use an outlet that is controlled by an automatic timer or wall switch. Otherwise, you may accidentally shut off the printer and cause damage. 2. Route the power cord through one of the hooks on the left or right side as shown. 3. Plug
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    Matte Black cartridges in the black ink slots. If your printing needs change at a later time, you can switch between black ink modes; see page 146. Before you begin, make sure the printer is plugged into a grounded outlet. Follow these steps to install the cartridges: 1. Press the P Power button
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    Setting Up the Printer | 39 2. Open the ink compartment cover. 3. Raise the ink lever to the unlocked position. 4. Locate the ink cartridges that came with the printer. 1-39
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    To initialize the printer in Matte Black Mode, install a Matte Black cartridge in the first slot and a Light Black cartridge in the second slot. For Dual Matte Black usage, install Matte Black cartridges in both slots. 6. Install the ink cartridges in the printer. Hold each cartridge with the arrow
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    printer or change the position of the ink lever while the Pause light is flashing. Setting Up the Printer | 41 The printer begins charging the ink delivery system and the Pause light flashes. This takes about 10 minutes. Do not turn off the printer or interrupt this process, or you'll use more ink
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    the roll paper in the printer as shown. (The white end of the spindle goes on the right.) Note To avoid feeding excess paper, make sure you don't select Sheet when you're using roll paper. 3. Make sure the printer is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until the Roll Auto Cut light comes
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    Setting Up the Printer | 43 4. Move the paper lever back to the released position. 5. Feed the paper into the slot. 6. Pull the paper down so it extends all the way through the slot. 1-43
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    of holes, as shown. (Do not extend the paper past the row of holes.) 8. Pull the paper lever forward to the locked position, then close the roll paper cover. 9. Press the Pause button (or wait for 5 seconds). The paper feeds into printing position automatically and READY appears on the control panel
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    the printer to your computer using any of the following: • USB interface-for Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP, and Macintosh (see page 46) • Parallel interface-for Windows (see page 47) • Optional IEEE 1394 FireWire interface card-for Windows Me, 2000, XP, and Macintosh (see page 48) • Optional 10/100
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    your computer are turned off. 2. Connect the square end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of your printer. Note If the printer doesn't work when you attach it to a first tier USB hub port, connect it directly to the USB port on your computer. 3. Connect the flat
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    | 47 Connecting to the Parallel Port (Windows Only) To use the printer's built-in parallel interface, you need a shielded, bidirectional, parallel cable. Follow the steps below to connect the printer to your computer: 1. Make sure both the printer and your computer are turned off. 2. Plug the
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    Caution You must unplug the printer from the power outlet, or you may damage the printer and the card. Installing and Connecting to an Optional Interface Card To connect the printer to an optional FireWire or Ethernet card, you first need to install the card in your printer. You also need the
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    core If you've installed an Ethernet card, you can find more information on setting up your printer in the Reference Guide included on the CD-ROM that came with the printer. See "Setting Up Your Printer on a Network" in the Printing with Windows or Printing with Macintosh section of the Reference
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    instructions are available on the EPSON web site at www.epson.com. If you install OS X drivers, you should also install the OS 9 drivers to be able to print from applications running in Classic mode. Installing the Printer Software Follow the steps below (for Macintosh) or on page 52 (for Windows
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    54. 10. Click the icon for your printer, then click the printer port icon. 11. Select the appropriate Background Printing button to turn on or off background printing. With background printing on, you can use your Macintosh while it's preparing a document for printing, and use the EPSON Monitor3
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    port). If you're using an Ethernet card, you'll have to reconfigure the port setting. See your electronic Reference Guide for details. Double-click your printer 5. Windows XP: If you see a message that the software you are installing hasn't passed Windows Logo testing, click Continue Anyway
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    turn on your printer, press the P Power button. • If you see a message that your printer is not connected properly, ignore it (do not click Retry or Cancel). If necessary, drag the window to the side. • Wait until you see the Found New Hardware Wizard for the Stylus Pro 7600 or 9600. This may take
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    way, you can save your higher-quality paper for actual print jobs. Running a Nozzle Check The nozzle check prints a pattern of dots that lets you see if any print head nozzles are clogged. Follow the steps below to print a nozzle check from your printer software (this also lets you verify that your
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    screen to clean the print head. Cleaning takes about 60 seconds, during which the printer makes some noise and the Pause light flashes. 7. When the Pause light goes off, make sure paper is loaded in the printer, then: Macintosh: Click Confirmation, then click Next. Windows: Click Print Nozzle Check
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    Printer Cleaning the Print Head from the Control Panel If you're unable to clean the print head fully from the printer software, you can use the printer's control panel to perform a power cleaning. You should not perform a power cleaning more often than necessary, since it consumes additional ink
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    BI-D alignments, always do them in this order: UNI-D ALL, then BI-D BLACK, then BI-D ALL. Do not repeat the BI-D BLACK (K1) alignment afterward. Aligning the Print Head Before using the printer, you should align the print head to ensure clean, accurate printouts. To do the alignment, you have to
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    1. Depending on the width of the paper loaded in the printer, more than one set of patterns may be printed. Locate the patterns in the middle of your printout. In the steps that follow, refer to those patterns to make your adjustments, instead of the ones printed toward the left or right. Refer to
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    done, press Pause to exit the head alignment. Examining the BI-D BLACK (K1) Alignment Pattern Follow these steps when the BI-D BLACK (K1) patterns finish printing: 1. Depending on the width of the paper loaded in the printer, more than one set of patterns may be printed. Locate the patterns in the
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    the pattern. 3. Use your own eye loupe or the one that came with the printer to determine which line is the straightest. In this example, the middle line (numbered 5) is the best choice. Look for the straightest line Note If number 5 is the straightest line in each group, the print head is already
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    follow, refer to those patterns to make your adjustments, instead of the ones printed toward the left or right. Refer to middle set of patterns when making adjustments 2. Look at the display screen on the printer. It shows #1 K1. Do not change the adjustment value for K1. Press Enter and continue
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    to examine the groups of blocks in rows #2 and #3. IMPORTANT: Do not enter an adjustment value for K1 when prompted, or your color alignments won't be accurate. 8. When done, press Pause to exit the head alignment. The printer will remember your alignment values and use them when printing. 1-62
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    for your printer • Printing on EPSON media • Using roll paper • Printing on cut sheet paper and posterboard • Using the paper basket • Changing the settings for non-EPSON paper Note You can purchase additional roll paper spindles and other accessories or options from the EPSON Pro Graphics web
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    Always test samples of paper stock in the printer before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. When you use non-EPSON paper or other media, you may need to "profile" their thickness and adjust various settings. See page 85 for instructions. Note Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site
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    Other Media | 65 Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Photographic Dye ink model (continued) Paper type Roll sizes Sheet sizes Photo Semigloss Paper 24-inch roll: SP91022 - 36-inch roll: SP91003 44-inch roll: SP91004 Photo Quality Ink Jet - Paper 11" × 17": S041070 13" × 19": S041069 16.5" × 23.4": S041079
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    and Other Media Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Photographic Dye ink model (continued) Paper type Roll sizes Sheet sizes Semigloss Paper Heavyweight 24-inch roll: S041292 - 36-inch roll: S041229 44-inch roll: S041228 Posterboard Semigloss - 20.25" × 28.7": S041237 28.7" × 40.6": S041236 Backlight
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    Other Media | 67 Note Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site (http://prographics.epson. com) or your authorized EPSON dealer for other media that may be available. Stylus Pro 7600/9600 UltraChrome ink model Paper type Roll sizes Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) 8.3-inch roll: S041376 13-inch
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    Paper and Other Media Stylus Pro 7600/9600 UltraChrome ink model (continued) Paper type Roll sizes Sheet sizes EPSON Velvet Fine Art - Paper 8.5" × 11": S041636 13" × 19": S041637 Somerset Velvet for 24-inch roll: SP91203 EPSON Fine Art Paper * Requires optional high-tension spindle 2-68
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    . Fingerprints may affect print quality. Handle media by the edges or use cotton gloves. • Always choose the correct Media Type setting in your printer software before you send your job. See page 96 (Macintosh) or page 112 (Windows) for instructions. • Always select the correct paper source (roll or
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    from unrolling when you're not using it, wrap one of the roll paper belts around the paper (see page 74). • When storing roll paper, keep it in its original packaging-including the bag, end caps, and box. • To avoid feeding excess paper, make sure the Sheet light on the control panel is off. Press
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    as shown. (The white end of the spindle goes on the right.) Note To avoid feeding excess paper, make sure you don't select Sheet when you're using roll paper. 3. Make sure the printer is turned on, then press the Paper Source button until the Roll Auto Cut or Roll Cutter Off light comes on. 2-71
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    72 | Handling Paper and Other Media 4. Move the paper lever to the released position. 5. Feed the paper into the slot. 6. Pull the paper down so it extends all the way through the slot. 2-72
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    row of holes, as shown. Do not extend the paper past the row of holes. 8. Return the paper lever to the locked position, then close the roll paper cover. 9. Press the Pause button (or wait for 5 seconds). The paper feeds into the printing position automatically and READY appears on the control panel
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    wound when you're not printing, use the roll paper belt included with your printer. Removing Paper from the Spindle If you need to remove the paper roll from the spindle, follow these steps: 1. Open the roll paper cover. 2. If the roll paper is loaded for printing, push the paper lever back to the
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    either a 2-inch or 3-inch core. When the gray adapters are attached at each end, you can use 3-inch rolls. Follow these steps to remove the gray adapters for using 2-inch roll paper: 1. Remove the black paper stop from the end of the spindle. 2. Press toward the center on the four tabs shown below
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    light comes on. 3. Press the Cut/Eject button. The paper is cut. Note You can also specify trim lines from your printer driver software. See page 91 (Macintosh) or page 115 (Windows) for more information. Printing Trim Lines You can print trim lines on the right edge of your pages (if you're using
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    The maximum length of roll paper you can print on is not limited by the printer, but may be limited by your application software or operating system. Using Cut Sheet Paper You can print on many types of cut sheet paper and other media. The Stylus Pro 9600 accepts sheets ranging from letter-size
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    helps hold the paper in place during loading and printing. For lightweight paper, decrease the suction by pressing the d button. For a larger sheet of paper, feed it so that it comes out below. Then align the edges of the sheet with the rows of holes as shown. Caution To avoid damaging the printer
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    in front of the printer. See page 82 for instructions. 2. Make sure no other paper is loaded for printing. You can leave roll paper in the printer, but wind it up fully and secure it with the roll paper belt (page 74). 3. Press the Paper Source button until the Sheet light comes on. 4. Push the
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    . 7. Align the board with the scale on the roll paper cover. 8. Pull the paper lever forward, to the secured position. Then close the front cover. 9. Press the Pause button (or wait for 5 seconds). The board feeds into printing position automatically and READY appears on the control panel. 2-80
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    on unusually thick or thin paper, you may need to adjust the platen gap setting. Normally, the STANDARD setting allows the printer to adjust automatically. However, if print quality is not satisfactory when using very thin or very thick stock, you may need to change this setting. Follow these steps
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    Media Note When you print on posterboard, set the basket to catch printouts in front of the printer. Using the Paper Basket The paper basket attaches to your Stylus Pro 9600 and catches your printouts as they come out. (If you've bought the optional stand for the Stylus Pro 7600, it has a basket
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    the floor. 3. Make sure the surface of the basket is taut. If there is any slack, the paper may not slide properly to the floor. Catching Printouts Under the Printer To catch printouts under the printer, extend the upper metal rods all the way out. Then push the lower rods all the way
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    may want to fine-tune how the printer handles various papers-especially if you use non-EPSON paper or a paper not supported by the driver. Use the paper configuration settings described below. If you're printing on unusually thick or thin paper, you may also need to adjust the platen gap; if so, you
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    the driver or RIP software . Menu option DRYING TIME SUCTION PRINT ADJ Function Use when printing with non-EPSON media. You can make the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on the page. Lets you decrease the paper suction level when printing on thinner papers (less
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    , choose 4-step. Lets you eliminate light or dark horizontal banding in your printouts. When set to 0, the EPSON driver adjusts the paper feed automatically. Use when printing with non-EPSON media. You can make the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on the page. Lets
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    the u and d buttons to select the paper profile you want to use (1 to 10). Or, if you want to return to using standard EPSON paper, select STD. 5. Press Enter. 6. Press the Pause button to exit the menu. When you're done printing with a custom profile, be sure to change the setting back to STD. 2-87
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    88 | Handling Paper and Other Media 2-88
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    print jobs in non-PostScript® mode without a RIP. ICC profiles for ColorSync® 3.x are included, so you can use advanced color management features from your applications or the driver itself. The driver CD-ROM also includes an electronic Reference Guide to your printer and EPSON printer software
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    EPSON Drivers for Macintosh Note Many application settings override the printer's page setup options. Always verify settings to get the results you expect. If you need more information about print options, click the ? button on any dialog box. Creating a custom paper size lets you make the best use
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    along the upper edge of your printout, EPSON recommends using one of the following papers: • Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) • Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (250) • Premium Luster Photo Paper Note that you can't print without borders when using Photographic Dye ink at 2880 dpi. 3. Select the
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    in your printer software: Select No Margins Note For more information on using cutting options and printing without borders, visit www.epson.com. Under Drivers & Support, select Manuals & Documents. Select your printer, then select Product Support Bulletin. 3. On the printer's control panel
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    /B&W Photo setting (don't select Black). Use a ColorSync workflow for best results. 2. Choose the number of Copies and indicate which Pages you want to print. 3. Select a Media Type setting appropriate for the media you're printing on, as listed in the table on page 96 (Photographic Dye ink users
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    of the print head and paper. Available only when you choose photo or photo-quality media types. Text/Graph Intensifies colors and lightens the midtones and highlights. Best for print jobs with non-photographic images. ColorSync Adjusts colors based on your printer's ICC profile, using the
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    Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh | 95 7. Choose from the following buttons to access additional features: • Click to access the printer monitoring and maintenance utilities. See page 106 for more information about the Status Monitor utility. To use the nozzle check and print head cleaning
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    the best results on EPSON media when printing with either Photographic Dye ink or UltraChrome ink. If your EPSON paper is not listed, check the instructions included with the paper, or look on the EPSON web site (http://prographics.epson.com). If you are using non-EPSON paper, choose the closest
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    ) or your authorized EPSON dealer for other media that may be available. This table lists the settings to use when printing with UltraChrome ink. Media Type settings for printing with UltraChrome ink Paper type Media Type setting Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) PREMIUM GLOSSY PHOTO PAPER (250
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    on the lower part of the screen 3. If necessary, you can change your Media Type and Ink settings. 4. Choose one of the following Print Quality settings: • Economy To save ink • Normal - 360dpi For faster printing and everyday needs • Fine - 720dpi For high quality photos and prints (deselect the
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    with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh | 99 The available print quality settings are limited by the Media Type setting. Choose lower print quality for faster printing, or SuperPhoto 2880dpi for best quality. 5. Choose any of the following: • MicroWeave and Super MicroWeave Eliminate unwanted banding
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    for mapping colors to your printer's EPSON Standard profile. (See page 101 for descriptions of the available settings.) Normally, you should use the color management features of your imaging software instead. • No Color Adjustment Disables color management in the printer driver. Choose this mode if
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    be displayed. The EPSON printer driver was designed to represent color accurately when prints are illuminated with a D50 (daylight) light source. For optimum results, understand your output display conditions before printing. PhotoEnhance4 is designed to enhance images captured using video cameras
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    in your printer software). Drying Time per Print Head Pass Use when printing with non-EPSON media. You can make the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on the page. Paper Feed Adjustment Lets you eliminate light or dark horizontal banding in your printouts
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    Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh | 103 Managing Print Jobs Your printer comes with several utilities that let you check on your print jobs and schedule, cancel, pause, or restart them. First you need to set up background printing, so you can continue to work on your Macintosh while a file
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    is spooled, but held in the print queue until the print time specified or until released using Monitor3, as described in the following section. Note You must turn on background printing to view the EPSON Monitor3 window. See page 103 for instructions. Using Monitor3 The Monitor3 utility lets you
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    Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh | 105 You can also do the following: • Double-click a file in the list to preview it • Double-click Copies to change the number of copies to be printed • Click to check your ink levels • Click to start the print head cleaning utility. See page 132 for more
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    Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh Cancelling Printing If you need to cancel a print job, follow these steps: 1. Press the Pause button on the printer's control panel to stop printing. 2. Do one of the following, depending on whether you're using background printing: • If background printing
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    Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh | 107 2. Click the EPSON StatusMonitor icon. The software checks the amount of ink remaining in the printer and displays the Status Monitor window: Click to recheck ink levels 3. To recheck the ink level, click the Update button. To close the Status
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    created when you send a job to the printer. Click the Select button to change the folder from the default folder shown. • Data will be sent to the printer after being stored on your disk prevents print head pausing. Normally, graphics are sent in rectangular bands. When you select this option, your
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    or 9600 comes with drivers and utilities that let you print and manage print jobs without a RIP. EPSON Drivers The driver CD-ROM also includes an electronic Reference Guide, which for Windows includes more detailed information about the printer and printer software. You can read the guide using
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    settings, but you can't change them from here. TIP For professional black-and-white photography, use the Color/B&W Photo setting (don't select Black). 3. Select a Media Type setting appropriate for the media you're printing on, as listed in the table on page 112 (Photographic Dye ink users) or 113
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    choose photo or photo-quality media types. Text/Graph Intensifies colors and lightens the midtones and highlights. Best for print jobs with non-photographic images. ICM Adjusts colors based on your printer's ICC profile, using the Image Color Matching system (effective in Windows 98/Me/2000/XP
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    the best results on EPSON media when printing with either Photographic Dye ink or UltraChrome ink. If your EPSON paper is not listed, check the instructions included with the paper, or look on the EPSON web site (http://prographics.epson.com). If you are using non-EPSON paper, choose the closest
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    Drivers for Windows | 113 Note Check the EPSON web site (http://prographics. epson.com) or your authorized EPSON dealer for other media that may be available. This table lists the settings to use when printing with UltraChrome ink. Media Type settings for printing with UltraChrome ink Paper
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    114 | Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Note Many application settings override settings in the printer driver. Always verify settings to get the results you expect. Choosing Paper and Layout Options Many paper options correspond to paper handling features that you can also set through the
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    along the upper edge of your printout, EPSON recommends using one of the following papers: • Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) • Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (250) • Premium Luster Photo Paper Note that you can't print without borders when using Photographic Dye ink at 2880 dpi. 4. When you're
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    in your printer software: Select No Margins Note For more information on using cutting options and printing without borders, visit www.epson.com. Under Drivers & Support, select Manuals & Documents. Select your printer, then select Product Support Bulletin. 3. On the printer's control panel
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    Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows | 117 Choosing Advanced Print Options For complete control over your printed results, use these Advanced settings to experiment or to fine-tune a range of options to meet your needs: 1. Follow steps 1 through 4 beginning on page 109. 2. Click Custom
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    color matching with other sRGB devices, or for images designed for the Web. • ICM Adjusts colors based on the printer's ICC profile, using the Image Color Matching system (Windows 98/Me/2000/XP only). If you have an ICM-compatible monitor, adjusts printed colors to closely match screen colors. 4-118
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    image data. Photo-realistic Produces sharper images and more vivid colors by automatically adjusting the contrast, saturation, and brightness. Corrects for overall under- or over-exposure of the original image. The EPSON printer driver was designed to represent color accurately when prints are
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    management in your printer software). Drying Time per Print Head Pass Use when printing with non-EPSON media. You can make the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on the page. Paper Feed Adjustment Eliminates light or dark horizontal banding in your printouts
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    Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows | 121 Managing Print Jobs Your printer comes with several utilities that let you check on your print jobs, and cancel, pause, or restart them. The Progress Meter opens each time you send a print job. The Spool Manager (not available with Windows NT) appears on
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    122 | Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Using the Spool Manager The Spool Manager (not available with Windows NT) displays the status of your print job files and lets you control them. To open the Spool Manager while you're printing, click the EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 icon that appears on
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    Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows | 123 1. To open Status Monitor 3 from an application, access the Properties dialog box, as described on page 109. Otherwise, do the following: • Windows XP: Click Start and select Control Panel. Double-click Printers and Other Hardware, then double-click
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    's a printing problem, such as low ink or jammed paper, Status Monitor 3 displays a How To button that you can click for instructions on solving the problem. 3. Click the EPSON Status Monitor 3 button. The following window appears. (It also opens automatically when an error occurs.) Printer status
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    Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows | 125 2. Click the Utility tab, then click the Speed & Progress button. You see the Speed & Progress dialog box. (See page 126 for more information Note about using the Speed & Progress utility.) If you want, you can click the Show Progress Meter checkbox
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    your settings. Optimizing Print Speed Using the Speed & Progress utility, you can optimize your printer's parallel port for the fastest data transfer rate and speed up the way your printer driver processes multiple-copy print jobs. 1. Do one of the following: • Windows XP: Click Start and select
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    the Progress Meter is displayed when you send a print job. • EPSON Printer Port (Windows 95, 98, or Me parallel connection only) lets you optimize the transfer rate of your printer port for EPSON printers instead of using the Windows default printer port. You may see one of these messages beneath
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    128 | Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows • Always spool RAW datatype (Windows 2000, XP, and NT only) lets you spool documents using the RAW format instead of the EMF (metafile) format. Because the RAW format requires fewer resources, printing is faster and you can avoid certain problems, such
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    cycle • Aligning the print head • Replacing ink cartridges • Switching between black ink modes • Replacing the paper cutter blade • Replacing the maintenance tank • Cleaning the printer • Transporting or storing the printer • Uninstalling and reinstalling printer software In addition to the features
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    quality, see page 132 for instructions on printing a nozzle check. Note You can replace the ink cartridges, cutter blade, and maintenance tank yourself. Other printer parts need to replaced by an authorized EPSON service technician. Checking Printer Status and Part Life Using the control panel, you
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    You can replace the ink cartridges, cutter blade, and maintenance tank yourself. Other printer parts need to replaced by an authorized EPSON service technician. Note Each asterisk (*) represents about 20 percent. Viewing Status Information To view printer status information instead of printing it
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    and Transporting the Printer Running a Cleaning Cycle If your printed image is unexpectedly light or has banding (faint light or dark horizontal lines), you may need to run a cleaning cycle. This unclogs the print head nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. The cleaning cycle uses ink, so you
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    you need to replace the corresponding ink cartridge instead. See page 141 for instructions. 3. Press the Cleaning button and hold it for at least 3 seconds. The Pause light flashes as the printer cleans its print head. The cleaning cycle takes about 60 seconds and does not use any paper. 4. When the
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    to clean the print head fully as described above, you can perform a power cleaning. You should not perform a power cleaning more often than necessary, since it consumes additional ink. 1. Press the SelecType button on the control panel. You see PRINTER SETUP. 2. Press u until you see MAINTENANCE
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    BI-D ALL. Do not repeat the BI-D BLACK (K1) adjustment afterward. Aligning the Print Head If banding appears on your prints, or vertical lines are not straight, you need to align the print head. Although you can align the print head using the printer software, it's best to do this from the control
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    1. Depending on the width of the paper loaded in the printer, more than one set of patterns may be printed. Locate the patterns in the middle of your printout. In the steps that follow, refer to those patterns to make your adjustments, instead of the ones printed toward the left or right. Refer to
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    When done, press Pause to exit the head alignment. Examining the BI-D BLACK Alignment Pattern Follow these steps when the BI-D BLACK patterns finish printing: 1. Depending on the width of the paper loaded in the printer, more than one set of patterns may be printed. Locate the patterns in the middle
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    the pattern. 3. Use your own eye loupe or the one that came with the printer to determine which line is the straightest. In this example, the middle line (numbered 5) is the best choice. Look for the straightest line Note If number 5 is the straightest line in each group, the print head is already
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    follow, refer to those patterns to make your adjustments, instead of the ones printed toward the left or right. Refer to middle set of patterns when making adjustments 2. Look at the display screen on the printer. It shows #1 K1. Do not change the adjustment value for K1. Press Enter and continue
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    use at least a 10× eye loupe to check the pattern. 4. Use your own eye loupe or the one that came with the printer to determine which block has the least visible vertical line in each group, the print head is already properly aligned. Press Pause to exit the head alignment early. 5. Use the u or d
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    out, replace the cartridge, and then continue the job without any loss of print quality. Checking Ink Levels The easiest way to check ink levels is from the control panel: (almost (full) empty) black* black* cyan magenta light cyan light magenta yellow * If your printer uses UltraChrome ink, the
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    Use the following EPSON ink cartridges: Photographic Dye ink cartridges Black* T545100 Light cyan Cyan T545200 Light magenta Magenta T545300 Yellow T545600 T545500 T545400 * Your printer requires two black ink cartridges. Ultrachrome ink cartridges Cartridge Photo Black** Matte Black
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    | 143 Caution Leave the empty cartridge in the printer until you are ready to replace it. Installing an Ink Cartridge Before you start, make sure the printer is on. Then follow these steps to replace an ink cartridge: 1. Note the color of the cartridge whose Ink Out light is on or flashing. This
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    replacement cartridge is the correct color, and remove it from its package. If you're using UltraChrome Ink, gently shake the cartridge before installing it. Note If you can't insert the cartridge smoothly, you may have the wrong cartridge. Check the package and product code. If the Ink Out light
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    to its locked position. Note If you notice banding or other printing problems after replacing a cartridge, air may have entered the ink delivery system. Remove the cartridge then reinstall it to make sure it's seated properly. Then run several print head cleaning cycles (see page 132), followed by
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    Black Ink Modes If your printer uses EPSON UltraChrome ink, you can switch between black ink modes to optimize your black ink density for certain paper types (see the next page for the required cartridges): Mode Photo Black Mode Matte Black Mode Dual Matte Black Image and paper type For printing
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    the black ink cartridge(s) you'll be installing. In some cases, you'll be replacing only one of the cartridges. Draining cartridge Mode Photo Black Mode Matte Black Mode Dual Matte Black Required cartridges Photo Black and Light Black Matte Black and Light Black Matte Black and Matte Black Since
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    make sure you have a spare maintenance tank available (EPSON part number C12C890071). Selecting the Black Ink Cartridges Make sure you have all the needed supplies as described on page 146. Once you remove the ink cartridges from the printer, you must not turn off the printer until you have finished
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    in the first and second ink slots (Matte Black, Light Black, or Photo Black). You may not need to replace both cartridges, depending on the mode you want to switch to. Caution Do not turn off the printer once the cartridges are removed. If a power failure occurs, turn the printer back on. You can
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    at all times and dispose of it carefully. Checking the Maintenance Tank Once you have removed all the ink cartridges, you may see a message telling you to replace the maintenance tank. If so, pull out the tank from the side of the printer and replace it with a new one. If you don't see this message
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    panel. Continue on to the next section to update your printer driver software. Updating the Driver Once you have switched black ink modes, you need to update the driver (printer software) so that it knows which black ink mode you're using. Follow these steps: Macintosh Users 1. Open the Chooser from
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    152 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Windows Users 1. Click the Main tab in your printer software and make sure the correct ink cartridge information is displayed, as shown below. Check black ink cartridge information here 2. If not, set the information manually. Click the Utility tab,
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    slide the carriage by hand, or you may damage the printer. Replacing the Paper Cutter Blade If you notice that your paper isn't cut cleanly, the cutter blade may need to be replaced. If you use the blade to cut heavy stock or non-EPSON media, you may need to replace it more often (see page 76 for
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    154 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 7. Push down on the side pin, then turn the latch to the right. Warning The blade is sharp. Be careful when removing it. 8. Carefully remove the cutter blade. Be careful not to lose the spring. 9. Insert the new cutter as shown. 5-154
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    you clean the print head nozzles or switch between black ink modes. When the tank is almost full, the Maintenance Tank light on the control panel flashes. When the tank is completely full, the printer stops working and the Maintenance Tank light stays on. You see the message CHANGE MAINTENANCE TANK
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    these steps to replace the tank: 1. Make sure the printer is not printing or performing any other operations (READY or PAPER OUT should appear on the control panel). 2. Pull out the maintenance tank from the side of the printer. Be careful not to spill ink from the maintenance tank when removing it
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    shown below using canned air. Clean paper feed roller 4. Remove the paper basket. Then clean away any dust or dirt around the leg assembly using a soft brush. 5. If the outer case is dirty, clean it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with mild detergent. Keep the ink cartridge compartment closed
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    for shipment. 1. Contact EPSON, as described on page 11, to obtain a Printer Transportation Kit. You must use the kit to drain all the ink from the printer before it can be shipped. Instructions are provided with the kit. 2. Once the ink is drained, install a new maintenance tank (see page 155
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    33 for the Stylus Pro 9600.) 5. Remove the following parts: • Power cord and interface cables • Paper basket • Roll paper spindle • All paper or other media • Optional auto take-up reel (if installed) • Optional manual cutter (if installed) 6. Make sure the ink cartridge lever is lowered and the
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    grips for the correct holding position.) The Stylus Pro 7600 weighs about 100 lb (50 kg) and should be lifted by two people. The Stylus Pro 9600 weighs almost 200 lb (100 kg) and should be lifted by four people. Stylus Pro 7600 Stylus Pro 9600 10. Keep the printer level while moving it. 5-160
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    time you start printing after moving the printer, the print head nozzles may be clogged-especially if the printer hasn't been turned on for a long time. You may need to run a cleaning cycle (page 132) and realign the print head (page 135) to ensure good print quality. Moving the Printer on the Stand
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    click the arrow in the Easy Install list at the top and select Uninstall. Then click the Uninstall button at the bottom and follow the on-screen instructions. 7. If you want to reinstall your printer software, restart your Macintosh. Then follow the instructions beginning on page 50 to reinstall the
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    Programs. Click EPSON Printer Software in the program list, then select your printer icon. 3. Click the Add/Remove button (Change/Remove button in Windows XP or 2000) and follow the on-screen instructions. 4. If you're using the USB port in Windows 98 or Me, click EPSON USB Printer Devices in the
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    164 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 5-164
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    problems • Using the control panel to check the printer • Improving print quality • Solving operational problems • Solving miscellaneous printing problems • Solving paper problems, including clearing paper jams Diagnosing Problems The EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 and 9600 include a number of ways to help
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    ink cartridges as indicated by the lights. See page 141 for instructions. If you are installing ink cartridges for the first time, you must install the cartridges that came with your printer. If you are replacing ink cartridges, check the package and product code. You must use the ink cartridges
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    Solving Problems | 167 Error messages (continued) Message Light LOAD PAPER Paper Out light on LOAD ROLL PAPER LOAD SHEET PAPER PAPER JAM PAPER NOT CUT Paper Out light on Paper Out light flashing Paper Out light flashing PAPER NOT STRAIGHT PAPER OUT Paper Out light flashing Paper Out light
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    card. SERVICE REQ. All lights flashing An error has occurred. Note the error number, then turn the printer off and back on. If the message remains, contact EPSON as described on page 11. MAINTENANCE - REQ. A printer part will need to be replaced soon. Note the error number and contact EPSON
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    Windows). If none of these suggestions help, try the solutions below. Print quality problems Problem Your print has horizontal banding. Solution • Check the Ink Out lights to see if you are low on ink. Replace ink cartridges if necessary, as described on page 141. • If you recently changed an ink
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    low on ink. Replace ink cartridges if banding. necessary, as described on page 141. • Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle. See page 132 for instructions. • Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct for the media you're printing on. • If you're using cut sheet media
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    and cleaning cycle (see page 132). • Check the Ink Out lights and replace ink cartridges if your ink supply is low, as described on page 141. • The paper thickness setting is not correct for the paper you're printing on. Use your printer software (page 102 for Macintosh or page 120 for Windows) to
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    on. • If you're printing on non-EPSON media, you may need to adjust the paper thickness setting or drying time. Use your printer software (page 102 for Macintosh or page 120 for Windows) to choose the correct setting. When you're done printing with a custom paper profile, be sure to return the
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    and lights on the control panel to see if an error has occurred. Follow the instructions for the messages beginning on page 166. The printer sounds as if it's printing, but nothing prints. Follow the instructions beginning on page 132 to clean the print head. Nothing prints. • Make sure paper is
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    problems Problem Solution Your print has incorrect or garbled characters. • Make sure your software is installed correctly and the printer is selected. • If you are using Windows NT 4.0, try uninstalling the EPSON Printer Port. Click Start, point to Programs and EPSON Printers, then click EPSON
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    your printer software. See page 99 (Macintosh) or 118 (Windows) in this manual for instructions. Blank paper is printed. • Make sure your software is installed correctly and the printer is selected. • Make sure the Paper Size setting in your printer software is correct for the paper you're using
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    Media Type and Paper Source settings in the printer software are correct. • Make sure the platen gap setting is correct for the paper or media you're printing on. See page 81 for more information. • If you're not using EPSON media, make sure you profile the paper to adjust its thickness and drying
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    Roll Paper Feeding Problems If your roll paper is curled too tightly and doesn't feed out of the printer, you can use the paper guides shown below to help it feed straight (two on the Stylus Pro 7600 and three on the 9600). Use the paper guides only if paper is curled and doesn't feed properly
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 178
    Problems • If you have the paper basket set up in front of the printer, adjust the paper guides out so they rest on the front of the basket. • If you have the paper basket set up below the printer, adjust the paper guides so that they rest behind the basket. If your paper is not curled and feeds
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 179
    Solving Problems | 179 Clearing Paper Jams When paper gets jammed in the printer, printing stops and you see a PAPER JAM message on the control panel display. Follow these steps to clear a paper jam: 1. If roll paper is jammed, open the roll paper cover and cut it by hand slightly above the paper
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 180
    Problems 4. Carefully pull down the jammed paper. Be careful not to damage the print head, in case the carriage has stopped over the paper. Once the paper is removed, you see the message TURN PRINTER PWR OFF AND ON on the control panel. 5. Close the front cover, if necessary, then press the Power
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 181
    Total print volume Print head life Periodic maintenance (pump unit, head cleaner, cap assembly) Cutter blade life (user replaceable) Print direction Control code Paper feed speed Line spacing RAM UltraChrome ink model switchable between three black ink modes: • Photo Black Mode • Matte Black Mode
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 182
    Input frequency range Rated current Power consumption Description 120 V (90 to 132 V) or 220 V (208 to 264 V) 50 to 60 Hz 49 to 61 Hz 1.0 A at 120 V 0.5 A at 220 V Stylus Pro 7600: Approx. 50 W (ISO 10561 letter pattern) 12 W or less in sleep mode Stylus Pro 9600: Approx. 55 W (ISO 10561 letter
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 183
    network card (10/100 Base T) • IEEE 1394 (FireWire) card Safety Approvals Safety standards EMC UL 1950, CSA 22.2 No. 950 FDA FCC part 15 subpart B, class B, CSA C108.8 class B Paper Maximum printable width 24.16 inches (Stylus Pro 7600) or 44.16 inches (Stylus Pro 9600) Maximum printable
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 184
    0.12 inches (3 mm) right and left. Using the printer software, you can set either all the margins, or just the left and right margins, to zero. BorderFree printing is available for these media widths: Stylus Pro 7600: Stylus Pro 9600: 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 20, and 24 inches 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 20, 24
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 185
    made by the EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 and 9600 printers will be rated up to 100 years under glass on specific EPSON media. Data indicate the lightfastness of black and white UltraChrome images printed using the 7-color mode will be rated as greater than 100 years under glass on specific EPSON media. Ink
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 186
    186 | Specifications A-186
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 187
    , ordering, 10 B Background printing, Macintosh, 103 to 104 Banding, 169, 170 Basic printing Macintosh, 90 to 97 Windows, 109 to 113 Basket, paper cleaning, 157 in front of printer, 82 to 83 under printer, 83 Belt, roll paper, 74 BI-D adjustment, see Aligning print head Black ink modes, switching
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 188
    135 to 140 Head unit (print head), checking status, 130 to 131 Heavy media, cutting, 76 Height of printer, 182 Help, EPSON, 11 to 12 High Speed Copies setting, 108, 127 High Speed setting, 99, 118 Humidity requirements, 182 I ICM setting, 111, 118 IEEE 1394 card, ordering, 10 Ink lightfastness, 185
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 189
    to 51 software, uninstalling, 162 Status Monitor, 106 to 107 system requirements, 12 Utility menu, 106 to 107 Maintenance, 129 to 157 Maintenance tank ordering, 11 replacing, 155 to 156 Manual cutter, ordering, 10 Manuals, how to use, 9 -189 Index | 189 Margins incorrect, 175 minimum, 184 printing
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 190
    cable requirements, 13 connecting to port, 47 optimizing speed, 126 to 128 problems, 173, 174 Pause light, 166 to 168 Pausing print jobs Macintosh, 104 Windows, 122 PF (paper feed) motor, checking status, 130 to 131 PhotoEnhance4, 100, 101, 102, 118, 120 Photographic Dye ink cartridges, 142 Photo
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 191
    to 171 printer driver, 173 to 175 printing stops, 173 roll paper cannot be cut, 175 slow printing, 176 smeared prints, 175 Progress Meter, 121, 127 R RAM, see Memory Registering non-EPSON media, 84 to 87 Requirements, system, 12 to 13 Resolution Macintosh, 98 maximum, 181 Windows, 117 RIP software
  • Epson Stylus Pro 7600 - UltraChrome Ink | User Manual - Page 192
    Transporting printer, 158 to 162 Trim lines, printing control panel, 76 to 77 Macintosh, 91 Windows, 115 Troubleshooting, 165 to 180 U UltraChrome ink cartridges, 142 UNI-D adjustment, see Aligning print head Uninstalling software, 162 to 163 Unit ID number, 11 USB cable requirements, 12, 13 driver
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