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    Epson Stylus® Pro 7890/9890 USER'S GUIDE
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    comply with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and 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
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    pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However
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    Instructions 17 Printer Parts 18 Front 18 Back 18 Control Panel 19 LCD Screen 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 7890
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    Paper in the Printer 61 Loading the Paper for Printing 66 Cutting Paper Manually with the Built-in Cutter 68 Printing Trim Lines 68 Removing Paper from Paper Configurations 83 Selecting Paper Configurations 83 3 Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X Sizing Images for Borderless Printing
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    |7 4 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper Group 129 Importing a Custom Settings Group 130 Loading a Pre-Defined Settings Group 130 Editing Printer Driver Settings 131 Managing Print Jobs 132 Using the Progress Meter 132 Optimizing Print
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    167 Preparing the Printer for Shipment 167 Moving the Printer on the Stand 169 Setting Up the Printer After Transportation 170 7 Solving Problems Diagnosing Problems 171 Checking Error Messages and Lights 172 Auto Take-Up Reel Error Messages 176 Improving Print Quality 177 Solving Operational
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    |9 Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver 187 Mac OS X 187 Windows 188 A Specifications Clearing Stored Print Information 189 Environmental 189 Electrical 190 Dimensions and Weight 190 Printer Interfaces 190 Safety Approvals 191 Media 191 Roll Paper 191 Cut Sheets 194 Printable
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    10 | 10
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    Epson® printer drivers, and replacing ink cartridges. It also tells you how to maintain your printer to keep it working at its best, and provides troubleshooting tips in case you have a problem. For additional information, see the following: • The Quick Reference Guide Guide provides instructions
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    Epson Stylus® Pro 7890/9890 offers these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment Option Automatic Take-Up Reel System (Pro 9890 only); see page 199 for instructions on using this option Epson SpectroProofer™ 44-inch (Pro 9890 only) Epson SpectroProofer 24-inch (Pro 7890 only) Epson
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    of purchase. Visit Epson's U.S. support website (www.epson.com/support) or Canadian support website (www.epson.ca/support) and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers, firmware, and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your
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    : • IBM®-compatible PC with a Pentium® 4, 3 GHz or higher processor recommended • Microsoft® Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, Windows XP Professional x32 Edition, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, or Windows XP • At least 2GB of RAM (4GB or more recommended) • At least 32GB of free hard disk space for
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    instructions to make sure you use the equipment safely and effectively. • The Epson Stylus Pro 7890 weighs about 186 lb (84.5 kg) and the Epson Stylus Pro result in fire or electric shock. • The printer's power cord is designed for use with the printer only. Using it with other equipment may result
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    the printer's case. • Do not put your hand inside the printer during printing. • Do not move the print head by hand unless instructed to do so by an Epson service technician; otherwise you may damage the printer. • Do not insert objects through the slots. Take care not to spill liquid on the printer
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    Introduction | 17 Caution: Do not use too much force when you shake cartridges that have been previously installed. Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions • Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink. • Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place. • If ink gets
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    18 | Introduction Printer Parts These illustrations show the Epson Stylus Pro 9890, but the parts are the same for the Pro 7890 unless otherwise noted. Front Roll paper holder Roll paper cover Front cover Control panel Ink bay Paper basket Back Interface connector for optional equipment USB
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    Introduction | 19 Control Panel Paper Ink light light Paper feed up button Black ink change button Paper release (ePlaten™) light and button Power light and button OK button Menu button Pause/reset light and button Ink open button Paper cut button Paper feed down button LCD screen Left
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    20 | Introduction 20
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    the Printer This chapter includes the following information: • Unpacking and assembling the Pro 7890 and Pro 9890 • Connecting the power cord • Installing ink • Connecting to your computer 53.4 × 35.6 inches (1356 × 903 mm) for the Epson Stylus Pro 7890 • 73.4 × 52 inches (1864 × 1318 mm) for the
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    22 | Setting Up the Printer For assembly, you need floor space of approximately: • 8 × 8 feet (2.4 × 2.4 m) for the Epson Stylus Pro 7890 and stand • 13 × 13 feet (4 × 4 m) for the Epson Stylus Pro 9890 and stand Unpacking and Assembling the Stand 1. Lift the box up and away from the shipping pallet
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    Setting Up the Printer | 23 Note: Make sure you tighten all bolts before moving to the next section. 3. Insert the strut into the left side as shown. (The sides are labeled L and R.) 4. Fasten the strut with 3 bolts as shown. Use the hex wrench to tighten the bolts. 23
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    24 | Setting Up the Printer 5. Insert the strut into the right side and fasten it with 3 bolts as shown. 6. Lock the casters. 24
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    Up the Printer | 25 Unpacking the Printer and Mounting It on the Stand 1. Make sure you have all the items shown below: 9 Ink cartridges Cable guides Printer Note: Make sure you save the box and packaging in case you need to ship the printer. Roll paper holders Documentation and software CD
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    26 | Setting Up the Printer 4. Mount the printer on the stand as shown, aligning the pegs with the holes on the bottom of the printer. 5. Fasten the printer to the stand with the wing screws and washers. 26
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    Up the Printer | 27 Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 7890) The paper basket is a cloth sheet that attaches to the printer stand and catches your prints as they come out. If you have the Epson Stylus Pro 9890, see page 34 for instructions on attaching the paper basket. 1. Make sure you
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    28 | Setting Up the Printer 3. Use the pins to fasten the posts in place. 4. Insert the round and square poles into the basket cloth as shown. 28
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    Setting Up the Printer | 29 5. Place the basket under the printer as shown. 6. Snap the center pole into the holders on each side of the stand. 29
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    30 | Setting Up the Printer 7. Insert the black plastic connectors into both ends of the square pole. 8. Fasten the black plastic connectors onto the posts on each side of the stand. 30
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    Setting Up the Printer | 31 9. Snap the back pole into the holders as shown. 10. Hook the loops around the pins on the back of the stand legs. 31
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    32 | Setting Up the Printer 11. Insert the rod into the fabric channel. 12. Insert the free ends of the rod into the holes in the sides of the stand. 32
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    Setting Up the Printer | 33 13. Loop the tabs over the ends of the rod as shown. 14. Attach the paper guides to the bottom of the printer as shown: Now go to "Completing Setup and Connecting the Power Cord" on page 42. 33
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    come out. If you have the Epson Stylus Pro 7890, see page 27 for instructions on attaching the paper basket. 1. Make sure you have all the parts shown below. Cloth basket 2 Black plastic connectors 4 Pins 2 Plastic end pieces 3 Square poles 5 Paper guides 4 Posts 2 Round poles Rod 2. Attach
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    Setting Up the Printer | 35 3. Use the pins to fasten the posts in place. 4. Attach the other two posts to the back of the stand. 35
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    36 | Setting Up the Printer 5. Use the pins to fasten the posts in place as shown. 6. Insert the round and square poles into the basket cloth as shown: 36
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    Setting Up the Printer | 37 7. Place the basket under the printer as shown. 8. Snap the center pole in the holder on each side of the stand. 37
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    38 | Setting Up the Printer 9. Insert the black plastic connectors into both ends of the square pole. 10. Fasten the black plastic connectors onto the posts on each side of the stand. 38
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    Setting Up the Printer | 39 11. Snap the back pole into the holders as shown. 12. Attach the end pieces to the poles at the back of the basket. 39
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    40 | Setting Up the Printer 13. Lift the back of the basket and attach the end pieces to the posts at the back of the stand. 14. Insert the rod into the fabric channel. 40
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    Setting Up the Printer | 41 15. Insert the free ends of the rod into the holes in the sides of the stand. 16. Loop the tabs over the rod as shown. 41
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    to complete the setup process and connect the power cord. Completing Setup and Connecting the Power Cord 1. Attach the manual holder to the left or right side of the stand. Store the User's Guide in the holder. 2. Unlock the casters. Then move the printer to the place of use. (The casters are
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    Setting Up the Printer | 43 3. Remove any packing tape and plastic film. Check these areas: • the front cover • the ink compartment covers • the maintenance tank(s) 4. Open the roll paper cover and remove the tape and packing material. 43
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    the front cover and remove the tape and packing material. Note: The illustrations in the following sections show the Epson Stylus Pro 9890, but the instructions are the same for the Pro 7890. Save the packing material in case you need to ship the printer. 6. Close the front cover. 7. Connect the
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    the side of the printer as shown. Power cord on left side Power cord on right side 9. For the Pro 9890, attach the loops on the paper basket cords to the cable guides. Caution: Do not use an outlet that is controlled by an automatic timer or wall switch. Otherwise, you may
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    46 | Setting Up the Printer Installing Ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for initial ink charging. During the initial installation process, it is normal for most of the ink in each cartridge to be used. The cartridges shipped with your printer are provided mainly to charge the
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    Setting Up the Printer | 47 3. Remove the ink cartridges from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge for about 5 seconds. 4. Note the location of the slots corresponding to each cartridge. Left ink bay Slot no. Cartridge 1 Cyan (C) 2 Yellow (Y) 3 Light Cyan (LC) 4 Matte Black (
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    P Power light flashes. After ink charging is completed, you need to load paper before READY will appear on the display. See page 55 for instructions. Connecting to Your System You can use USB and/or Ethernet network connections. For USB connection, make sure your system has the appropriate port and
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    for a newer version of your printer driver on the Epson support site at www.epson.com/support. Note: If you see the message that the that your computer and printer are turned on and that the Epson Stylus Pro 7890 or Pro 9890 is connected to the computer. 2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM
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    Printer 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the printer software (including the printer driver and EPSON LFP Remote Panel utility) and register your printer. 6. Click the User's Guide icon to place links to the User's Guide, Network Guide, and Epson Professional Imaging website on your
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    5. Click your printer model. Setting Up the Printer | 51 6. Click the Install button. 51
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    network connection, click the Manual button, select the port Guide. Go to the next section to update the printer firmware, if necessary. Updating Your Printer Firmware To keep your printer features and functionality up to date, you should check for a newer version of firmware on the Epson support
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    1. Click the EPSON LFP Remote Panel manually, visit Epson's U.S. support website (www.epson.com/support) or Canadian support website (www.epson.ca/support), select your product, then click Drivers & Downloads. Choose the firmware update version for Macintosh or Windows and follow the instructions
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    printer. 2. Start EpsonNet Config. The EpsonNet Config program searches for all Epson printers on the network and displays the MAC address and IP address for screen. 4. If necessary, contact your network administrator for instructions on assigning an appropriate IP address. For more information on
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    55 Chapter 2: Handling Paper and Other Media The Epson Stylus Pro 7890 and Pro 9890 print on a variety of media, including roll paper and cut sheets in widths up to 24 inches (610 mm) for the Pro 7890 or 44 inches (1118 mm) for the Pro 9890. You can also use heavy stock, such as posterboard up to
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    paper or other media, you may need to adjust various settings and create special paper configurations. See page 81 for instructions. Available Epson Special Media One of the key elements for achieving professional quality prints is selecting paper that is specifically optimized for your printer
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    width of up to 24 inches (61 cm) for the Pro 7890, or 44 inches (112 cm) for the Pro 9890. Manually switching rolls is a simple process. Roll Paper Guidelines When keep them together for cutting later on or use the Auto Take-up Reel (Pro 9890 only). • If you're loading heavy paper, you may need to
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    to exit the menu. If your paper does not appear on the control panel, check the instructions included with the paper, or look on the Epson website (www.proimaging.epson.com). If you are using non-Epson paper, consult the manufacturer for the best setting. You may have to experiment with different
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 59 For this media Select this Media Type setting Fine Art Paper Cold Press Bright Cold Press Bright Cold Press Natural Cold Press Natural Hot Press Bright Hot Press Bright Hot Press Natural Hot Press Natural Premium Canvas Satin Premium Canvas Satin
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    Other Media Tip: You can use Maintenance mode to switch the units of measurement in the printer from meters to feet. See page 158 for instructions. Setting Up Automatic Media Tracking and Identification Before you load roll paper in the printer, you can set up the automatic media tracking system
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 61 Placing the Paper in the Printer 1. Open the roll paper cover. 2. Push the lock lever down firmly, then move the roll paper holder to the left. 61
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    62 | Handling Paper and Other Media 3. Place the roll on top of the printer. 4. If necessary, adjust the roll media adapters to fit the core size of the roll paper. 2-inch core: 3-inch core: 62
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 63 5. Release the tension lever on both adapters. 6. Push the adapters into the paper core at both ends of the roll. Then pull down the tension levers. 63
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    64 | Handling Paper and Other Media 7. Move the roll paper to the right side until it touches the roll paper guide. 8. Slide the roll paper holder to align the left adapter with the u on the holder. 64
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 65 9. Roll the paper slowly into position. 10. Slide the roll paper holder to the right to secure it in the printer. Make sure both ends of the roll paper are secured in the adapters. 65
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    66 | Handling Paper and Other Media 11. Pull up the lock lever to lock the paper in place. 12. If the light is not on, press the button. Loading the Paper for Printing 1. Insert the paper into the slot and pull it down. 66
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 67 If the paper doesn't come out, you may need to lower the suction by pressing the d Paper Feed button. Make sure you return the suction to normal after the paper is loaded. 2. Close the roll paper cover. Note: Opening the front cover causes printing to stop. Do
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    cut some types of non-Epson media. Cutting Paper Manually with the Built-in Cutter When you're not using the Auto Cut On setting, you can cut roll paper manually by pressing a button trim lines from your printer driver software. For instructions, see page 96 (Mac OS X) or page 119 (Windows). 68
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 69 Removing Paper from the Printer 1. Open the roll paper cover. 2. Press the button to release the paper. • If automatic media tracking is on, the barcode and paper information is printed. • If you are not using the Auto Take-Up Reel, the paper is rewound
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    70 | Handling Paper and Other Media • If you are using the Auto Take-Up Reel, you need to rewind the paper manually. 3. Push down the lock lever firmly to release it. Then move the roll paper holder all the way to the left and remove it from the roll. 70
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 71 4. Roll the paper forward so that it rests on top of the printer. 5. Pull up the tension levers, then remove the adapters from the paper roll. 6. Rewind the paper carefully and place it in its original package. 71
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    paper and other media. The printer accepts sheets in widths from letter size/A4 to 24 inches (61 cm) for the Pro 7890 or 44 inches (112 cm) for the Pro 9890. You can leave your roll paper in the printer when you print on cut sheets; make sure it is removed from
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 73 3. Feed the sheet into the paper slot until it meets resistance. Make sure the right edge of the paper is straight and aligned with the vertical line on the roll paper cover. 4. Press d. The sheet feeds into printing position automatically. 5. If you see a
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    only exception is paper that is more than 19 mil (0.5 mm) thick and 28.6 inches (728 mm) long, which should be loaded in landscape orientation (Pro 9890 only). 1. Make sure the printer is turned on and the roll paper cover is closed. 2. Press the l Paper Source button until the Sheet icon
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    on your prints, make sure your paper is flat. You can also try changing the PLATEN GAP setting to WIDE. If that doesn't solve the problem, try changing it to WIDER or WIDEST. Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, make sure you do not select the NARROW setting when you print
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    the setting back to STANDARD. If you're printing on non-Epson media and not using the Epson driver, you may also need to create a paper configuration to cm) or longer (for the Pro 9890) or 36 inches (91 cm) or longer (for the Pro 7890). 1. If you are using the paper guides, make sure they are in
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 77 2. For the Pro 9890, raise the back of the basket all the way up. 3. Open the tabs at the front of the basket and tilt it down. Then raise the paper guides. 4. Raise the front of the basket so that the surface is taut. Then lower the
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    paper basket. Catching Printouts Under the Printer Follow these steps to catch printouts under the printer: 1. Raise the paper guides and tilt the front of the basket down. 2. Lower the paper guides, then raise the front of the basket all the way up. Fasten the front of the basket with the tabs
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 79 3. For the Pro 9890, adjust the basket based on your print size. • 23.4 × 33.1 inches (A1) or smaller Note: If printouts on matte paper have banding, pull the paper guides forward. • Larger than 23.4 × 33.1 inches (A1) 79
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    80 | Handling Paper and Other Media Storing the Paper Basket If you are not using the paper basket, you can fold it out of the way. 1. For the Pro 9890, raise the back of the basket. 2. Raise the paper guides, then adjust the tabs and raise the front of the basket. Lower the paper guides. 80
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    settings for your paper. However, you may want to fine-tune how the printer handles various media-especially if you use non-Epson paper or a paper not supported by the driver. Use the paper configuration settings described below. You can create a special configuration, or group of settings, for each
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    to the menu. You can also make similar settings using the printer driver software. For instructions, see page 104 (Mac OS X) or page 126 (Windows). • PAPER FEED if you see dark lines. • DRYING TIME lets you print with non-Epson media and avoid smearing the ink. You can make the print head wait
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    Handling Paper and Other Media | 83 Printing Your Paper Configurations You can print a list showing the settings for all your paper configurations. This makes it easy to select the configuration you want for a particular type of paper. 1. Press r Menu, then press d to highlight TEST PRINT. Press r
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    84 | Handling Paper and Other Media 84
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    the Epson Pro Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson. com for updated drivers and utilities that may become available. Your Epson Stylus Pro 7890 or Pro best output from your printer for color photos. See page 137 for instructions. You can create your own profiles if you have the required hardware
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    86 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X Note: Make sure you set the margins to zero when printing a custom page size for borderless printing inches (923.0 mm) 36.23 inches (920.2 mm) 43.8 inches (1112.5 mm) 44.34 inches (1126.2 mm) 44.23 inches (1123.4 mm) * Epson Stylus Pro 9890 only 86
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    paper only. Once you have selected your page setup options, you need to select printing options. The Epson driver offers automatic settings that optimize print quality and speed when you're using Epson media. You can also choose additional settings for more control over your printer and color output
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    88 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X Note: If you need more information about print options, click the ? options listed below. Then continue with step 6. • If you're using roll paper, Epson recommends that you create a custom paper size to make the best use of your paper. See step 5 for
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X | 89 Also be sure to select roll paper options, as described on page 96. Select the paper size, then choose the
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    90 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X • Roll Paper - Banner prints a series of continuous images without any margin space between them, but with normal side borders. • Roll Paper -
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X | 91 7. Select Printer Settings from the drop-down menu. You see this screen: Select technology on select paper types. See page 104 for more information. (For paper types that don't support this option, pr9i1nt black and white photos with the Color setting.)
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    ICC workflow in Photoshop or another software application. See page 137 for instructions. • Select Color Controls, then choose one of the mode settings shown highlights of an image. Use this setting for presentation graphics. EPSON Standard (sRGB) increases the contrast in images. Use this setting
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X | 93 • Finest Detail for sharper edges on vector-based data including text, graphics, and line art. (This setting does not affect photographs and is not recommended for large files.) Continue with the instructions in the next section to select color
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    setting if your custom color profile was created to optimize D-max and color gamut. Choosing Advanced Media Control Options Follow these instructions if you are using non-Epson media and you need to fine-tune its performance. 1. Select Advanced Media Control from the drop-down menu. You see this
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    for Mac OS X | 95 • Drying Time per Print Head Pass lets you print with non-Epson media and avoid smearing the ink. You can make the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on
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    96 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X Choosing Roll Paper Options If you are printing on roll paper, make sure you choose one of the roll paper options
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X | 97 • Off disables automatic cutting. Choose this setting if you want to operate the cutter manually, use the optional Auto Take-Up Reel, or print multiple print jobs without cutting. See page 68 for instructions on using the cutter. button to operate the
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    98 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X Controlling Borderless Image Expansion To control the amount of expansion when printing using a Paper Size with the Auto Expand option, select
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    mode allows you to easily produce neutral and toned black-and-white prints using your Epson driver. This mode offers an alternative black and white workflow with settings for more advanced in the printer. (See page 104 for instructions.) 3. Choose Advanced B&W Photo as the Print Mode setting. 99
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    100 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X 4. Uncheck High Speed for the best quality. 5. Click Advanced Color Settings. You see this screen: 6. Choose the settings that are best
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X | 101 • Shadow Tonality and Highlight Tonality allow you to control tonality only in the shadow or highlight areas of your image. •
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    102 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X 2. After verifying that your settings are correct, select Save As from the Presets drop-down menu. Caution: Do not open and
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X | 103 Managing Print Jobs After you click Print, you can monitor the progress of your print job. Follow these steps: 1. Click
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    Type Setting The following table lists the settings designed to produce the best results on Epson media. If your paper is not listed, check the instructions included with the paper, or look on the Epson website www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). If you are using
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X | 105 For this media Select this Media Type setting Proofing Paper Publication Proofing Paper Publication Proofing Paper Commercial Proofing Paper Commercial
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    106 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Mac OS X 106
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    Epson Drivers for Windows Your Epson Stylus Pro 7890 or Pro 9890 comes with drivers and utilities that let you print and manage print jobs. For the best black and white photography output, the Epson printer for color photos. See page 141 for instructions. You can create your own profiles if you
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    108 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Sizing Images for Borderless 16.8 inches (426.7 mm) 23.8 inches (604.5 mm) 35.8 inches (909.3 mm) 43.8 inches (1112.5 mm) * Epson Stylus Pro 9890 only Image width (with Retain Size) 10.25 inches (260.35 mm) 13.25 inches (338.8 mm) 16.25 inches
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    for Windows | 109 Choosing Basic Print Options The driver offers automatic settings that optimize print quality and speed when you're using Epson media. You can also choose custom settings for more control over your printer and color management options. Follow these steps to make basic settings
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    110 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Note: If a color setting is grayed out, it is not supported for the selected Media Type paper types. See page 123 for more information. (For paper types that don't support this option, print black and white photos using the Color setting.) • Black only
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    The table on the next page lists the settings designed to produce the best results on Epson media. If your paper is not listed, check the instructions included with the paper, or look on the Epson website www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). If you are using non
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    Drivers for Windows For this media Photo Paper Carolina Cover 10pt Tango Advantage 10pt Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (250) Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (260) Premium Glossy
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows | 113 For this media Select this Media Type setting Premium Canvas Matte Premium Canvas Matte Velvet Fine Art Paper Velvet Fine Art
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    114 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Tip: If you turn off color management, access the advanced settings and turn off color management in the printer driver, as described here. (For instructions on using Photoshop to manage color, see page 141.) 1. In the Properties or Preferences window,
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows | 115 • Color Controls lets you specify individual values for adjusting brightness, contrast, saturation, and CMY inks, or choose from three Printer Color
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    116 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows • ICM adjusts colors based on the printer applying color management in your application, rather than in the printer driver. See page 141 for instructions. 4. Click OK to save your settings. Note: Many application settings override settings in the printer
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows | 117 Tip: Creating a user-defined paper size generally lets you make the best use of your roll paper. Save Roll Paper saves
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    118 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 6. Click the Expansion button to select a borderless sizing option. Choose Auto Expand or Retain Size, then click OK. Auto Expand enlarges your
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows | 119 Normal cut Double cut Single cut Note: These Take-Up Reel, or print multiple print jobs without cutting. See page 68 for instructions on operating the cutter manually. 9. Select these additional roll paper options, if necessary: • Auto Rotate saves paper
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    120 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 2. For the Source setting, select Sheet. 3. For the Size setting, select the size of the sheet loaded in the printer. If the size of your paper is not listed, you can create a custom paper size. Select User Defined. You see this window: 120
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows | 121 Type a name for your custom size, top and bottom of the page. For full-bleed borderless printing, use roll paper (see page 116 for instructions). 6. Click the Expansion button and choose Auto Expand or Retain Size: • Auto Expand enlarges your image (up
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    122 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Choosing Page Layout Options You can print a poster-size image, even if your application does not support poster printing. Follow these steps to reduce or enlarge your image: 1. On the Properties or Preferences window, click the Page Layout tab. You see
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    to easily produce neutral and toned black-and-white prints using your Epson driver. This mode offers an alternative black and white workflow with settings to the paper you are printing on. (See page 111 for instructions.) 3. For the Color setting, choose Advanced B&W Photo. 4. For the Mode
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    124 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows You see this screen: 5. You can adjust the following advanced black and white photo settings: • Color Toning allows you to add tone (
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    provides a level of feedback as you make changes. 6. When you finish selecting settings, click OK. Choosing Paper Configuration Options If you are using non-Epson media and you need to fine-tune its performance, you can create a custom paper configuration and save it as a Media Type setting in the
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    126 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Note: You may need to change the Color Density off color management in your printer software). • Drying Time per Print Head Pass lets you print with non-Epson media and avoid smearing the ink. You can make the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows | 127 4. On the Main tab, select any other necessary setting for your paper in the Media Settings box. (See page 109 through page 116 for details.) 127
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    128 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 5. Click the Custom Settings button. You see a window like this: 6. Verify that your settings are correct, type a name for the custom media
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows | 129 Saving, Exporting, and Importing driver window to customize the driver for your uses. Saving and Exporting a Custom Settings Group 1. Follow the instructions in this chapter to select all the correct settings for a print job. 2. Click the Save/Del button
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    130 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 4. After saving your settings, you can do the following: • To use the setting group to print right away, select the name you
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows | 131 Editing Printer Driver Settings 1. Click the Utility tab, then select Menu Arrangement. 2. Select the item you want to edit. You can do the following: • Drag and drop the items to rearrange them • Add or delete groups • Move unused items into the Not
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    132 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Managing Print Jobs Your printer comes with two utilities that let you check on your print jobs and cancel, pause, and view printing tips. If you don't want the Progress Meter to appear, you can turn it off. See the next section for instructions. 132
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    right. • Show Progress Meter lets you control whether or not the Progress Meter is displayed when you send a print job. • Disable EPSON Status Monitor 3 disables the printer software utilities. Selecting this option is not recommended unless you experience conflicts with other software. • Show Mouse
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    134 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows • Always spool RAW datatype 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 as insufficient memory or disk
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    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows | 135 Setting Monitoring Preferences You can choose when and how you want to be notified of problems, whether you want a Status Monitor 3 icon to appear on your Windows taskbar, and whether you want to allow monitoring by other users who share the
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    136 | Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 136
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    precise color in your prints, you can use profiles designed specifically for your printer model and paper type. Basic way to improve the color balance and contrast in your image. Follow the instructions in this chapter to use Photoshop 7, CS, CS2, or CS3 to print the Photoshop or Edit menu. 137
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    click OK. 5. When your image appears, evaluate the color balance and contrast. If they need improvement, select Image > Mode > Assign Profile or Edit > Assign Profile. Then select one of the following as the Profile setting: • A different RGB working space, such as ColorMatch RGB or sRGB IEC61966
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    Colors. 10. Under Profile or Printer Profile, select a profile for your printer and the paper you'll use, such as Epson Stylus Pro 9890_9908_7890_7908 PremiumSemiglossPhotoPaper250. 11. As the Intent or Rendering Intent setting, select Relative Colorimetric or Perceptual, and click the Black Point
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    140 | Managing Color With Profiles Selecting Print Settings and Printing 1. Click the Print button, select Stylus Pro 7890 or Stylus Pro 9890, and select Printer Settings or Print Settings. Note: Make sure that you select Off (No Color Adjustment) or Off (No Color Management). If you
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    , then you select your print settings and print. Setting Up Photoshop and Assigning a Profile 1. Open Adobe Photoshop. 2. Select Color Settings from the Edit menu. You see this window: 3. Select U.S. Prepress Defaults or North America Prepress 2 from the Settings menu to set Adobe RGB (1998) as
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    With Profiles 5. When your image appears, evaluate the color balance and contrast. If they need improvement, select Image > Mode > Assign Profile or Edit > Assign Profile. Then select one of the following as the Profile setting: • A different RGB working space (or Profile), such as ColorMatch RGB
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    gamut. 10. Under Profile or Printer Profile, select a profile for your printer and the paper you'll use, such as Epson Stylus Pro 9890_9908_7890_7908 PremiumSemiglossPhotoPaper250. 11. For the Intent or Rendering Intent setting, select Relative Colorimetric or Perceptual, and click the Black Point
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    144 | Managing Color With Profiles 144
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    145 Chapter 6: Maintaining and Transporting the Printer The Epson Stylus Pro 7890 and Pro 9890 require little maintenance to keep working at their best. This chapter describes the following routine procedures: • Checking printer status • Checking and cleaning the print
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    printer parts need to be replaced by an authorized Epson service technician. Note: You can change the units of measurement from centimeters to inches and feet using maintenance mode on the printer's control panel. See page 158 for instructions
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    see page 213. Checking Printer Status From the Printer Driver The Epson Status Monitor utility installed with your printer driver lets you check the following to access the printer utilities: • Mac OS X: Open the EPSON Printer Utility4 in your Applications folder. Select your printer and click OK.
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    : 1. Make sure paper is loaded in the printer. 2. Do one of the following to access the printer utilities: • Mac OS X: Open the EPSON Printer Utility4 in your Applications folder. • Windows 7 and Windows Vista: Click , select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and click Devices and Printers
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    Maintaining and Transporting the Printer | 149 You see a menu like the following: Mac OS X Windows 3. Select the Nozzle Check icon and follow the instructions on the screen. 4. After the pattern is printed, use at least a 10× eye loupe to examine it. • If the pattern looks good, as shown below,
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    150 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Checking and Cleaning the Print Head Using the Control Panel You can print a nozzle check from the control panel and examine it to determine whether any nozzles are clogged or deflected. Then you can run a cleaning cycle if necessary. 1. Press r Menu.
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    . 6. Press OK to save the setting. Running Cleaning Cycles You can run several types of cleaning cycles from the control panel (or from the Epson LFP Remote Panel2): normal cleaning, power cleaning, and cleaning each pair of ink colors. Run the power cleaning only if the normal cleaning process is
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    head again the following morning with regular cleaning cycles. If you still see no improvement, contact Epson for assistance. Tip: To properly align the print head, you can also use Epson Doubleweight Matte Paper or Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster. Aligning the Print Head Aligning the print head
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    Maintaining and Transporting the Printer | 153 Tip: You can store partially used ink cartridges for up to 6 months. If you do so, Epson recommends covering the openings with tape. 3. Press u or d until HEAD ALIGNMENT is selected, then press r. PAPER THICKNESS is selected. 4. Press r two times,
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    the cartridge before you can continue printing. You can install any combination of 150, 350, and 700 ml cartridges. Use the following Epson UltraChrome K3® with Vivid Magenta ink cartridges: Ink bay Slot no. Cartridge Left 1 Cyan (C) 2 Yellow (Y) 3 Light Cyan (LC) 4 Matte Black (MK
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    Maintaining and Transporting the Printer | 155 4. Then press in the cartridge you want to replace. The cartridge pops out. WARNING: Do not shake the expended cartridge, or ink may leak out. If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them
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    156 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Note: If you can't insert the cartridge smoothly, you may have the wrong cartridge. Check the package and product code. If the B Ink light remains on after installing the cartridge, it may not be inserted fully. 7. Hold the cartridge with the arrow
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    is ideal for printing photographic images on all media types. It is optimized for traditional photographic and ink jet-coated papers, such as Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster, Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss, Proofing Paper Commercial, and so on. • The Matte Black cartridge is optimized for
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    158 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Using Maintenance Mode Maintenance mode allows you to make special settings and perform maintenance procedures that may be needed occasionally. You can use maintenance mode to do the following: • Change the language or units of measurements used on
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    the optional SpectroProofer is attached to the printer, remove it following the instructions that came with it. • To run a super strong cleaning cycle, cutter may need to be replaced. You can obtain a new cutter from Epson (part number C12C815331). See page 12 for ordering details. Removing the Old
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    160 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 5. To remove the cutter cover, press in the tab and pull it down. 6. Loosen the screw using a cross-head screwdriver. 160
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    Maintaining and Transporting the Printer | 161 WARNING: The blade is sharp. Be careful when removing the cutter. 7. Carefully remove the cutter. 8. Dispose of the cutter in accordance with local regulations. Installing the New Cutter Remove the new cutter from its package, then follow these steps
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    162 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 2. Tighten the screw using a cross-head screwdriver. Note: Reinstall the optional SpectroProofer if necessary, following the instructions that came with it. Then turn on the printer and press the OK button. 3. Align the cover, then press it in until
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    flushed from the system during the initial ink charge and manual and automatic print head cleaning. When the tank is Pro 7890 LCD screen) The icon(s) show the approximate amount of space remaining in the tank(s). The Epson Stylus Pro 7890 has one maintenance tank (on the right side), and the Pro
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    164 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Caution: Be careful not to spill ink from the maintenance tank when removing it. Hold it upright at all times and dispose of it carefully. 3. Grasp the handle at the bottom of the tank (on the side of the printer) and gently pull out the maintenance
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    components. Don't use a hard or abrasive brush. Don't spray the inside of the printer with lubricants; unsuitable oils can damage the mechanism. Contact Epson if you think the printer needs lubrication. Do not touch the gray area, roller, or absorption pads inside the printer; otherwise your prints
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    166 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 5. If your prints are soiled on the back, wipe the blue area carefully. 6. If powdery dust has accumulated, use a toothpick or similar tool to remove it. 7. Remove the paper basket. Then clean away any dust or dirt around the leg assembly using a soft
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    using the original box and packing materials. Follow the instructions below to prepare the printer for shipment. If you don't have the original packaging, you can purchase replacement packaging from Epson. See page 12 for more information. Preparing the Printer for
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    168 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Tip: For more secure transportation, tape all doors and covers shut. 4. Open the front cover and reinstall the packing material that you removed from the print head during setup. Then close the cover. 5. Before you remove the printer from the stand,
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    , you should repack it using the original box and packing materials. If you don't have the original packaging, you can purchase replacement packaging from Epson. See page 12 for more information. Moving the Printer on the Stand When you need to move the printer a short distance, such as within
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    170 | Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 5. Release the front casters. 6. Carefully roll the printer to its new location, then lock the casters. Setting Up the Printer After Transportation Setting up the printer after transporting it is almost identical to setting it up for the first time.
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    itself, print a status sheet from the control panel. See page 145 for instructions. • Review the FAQs at www.proimaging.epson.com for possible solutions. • If none of the suggested solutions in this chapter solve your problem, contact Epson as described under "Where To Get Help" on page 13. 171
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    and instructions for correcting the problem. Message Explanation Response BORDERLESS ERROR LOAD A SUPPORTED PAPER SIZE button to change the black ink setting on the printer. CALL FOR SERVICE An error has occurred. The number 3000 indicates that the power cord Epson as described on page 13. 172
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    Problems installed the correct driver for your printer. CUTTER UNIT NEARING END OF SERVICE LIFE. RECOMMEND REPLACING THE CUTTER UNIT The paper cutter may be dull ink cartridge with a genuine Epson ink cartridge; see page 153. INK CARTRIDGE PLEASE USE GENUINE EPSON INK CARTRIDGES A non-genuine
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    Solving Problems Message Explanation the package and product code. Replace the ink cartridge with a genuine Epson ink cartridge. INK COVER OPEN CLOSE INK COVER The ink cover or the error remains, replace the maintenance tank. For the Pro 9890, note which tank needs replacement; see page 163.
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    Solving Problems | 175 Message NOT ENOUGH EMPTY SPACE REPLACE THE RIGHT SIDE the computer, then restart the printer. Not enough ink or maintenance Select YES, then follow the instructions to tank capacity for head cleaning. replace the ink cartridge or maintenance tank. Roll paper was not
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    176 | Solving Problems Message Explanation Response PAPER SETTING ERROR CHECK THE PAPER SOURCE IN THE DRIVER SETTINGS AND LOAD PAPER CORRECTLY The paper source selected in the printer
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    Problem Your print has horizontal banding. Your print has vertical banding. Improving Print Quality You can often improve print quality by doing the following: • Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle. See page 148 for instructions. • Align the print head. See page 152 for instructions -Epson media
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    Problems Problem . ◗ Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle. See page 148 for instructions. ◗ Align the print head, as described on page 152. ◗ Make Configuration utility. ◗ If you're using a third-party RIP or non-Epson media, custom color profiles will give you the best color reproduction. ◗ If
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    Solving Problems | 179 Problem Your print has gaps or appears faint. Your print appears printing on very thin paper. See page 75 for instructions. ◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct. ◗ If you're printing on non-Epson media, you may need to adjust the paper
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    setting to WIDE, WIDER, or WIDEST. See page 75 for instructions. Solving Operational Problems If you can't turn the printer on, if it stops printing immediately. Contact Epson for assistance; see page 13 for details. If none of these suggestions help, try the solutions below. Problem The printer
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    driver for Mac OS X or Windows from the Epson website at www.proimaging.epson.com. Problem Your print has incorrect or garbled characters. Your for the paper you're using. ◗ Paper is loaded incorrectly. Follow the instructions beginning on page 55 to reload the paper. Make sure PAPER SKEW CHECK is
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    182 | Solving Problems Problem Solution Blank paper is printed. ◗ Make sure your software paper source is set correctly. Roll paper cannot be cut. ◗ The paper cutter may be dull. Follow the instructions on page 159 to replace the cutter. ◗ Make sure appears on the LCD screen. If not, press
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    problems occur frequently, try one or more of the following solutions: • For roll paper, try adjusting the Paper Suction setting. See page 81 for more information. You can also adjust this setting through your printer driver. • For heavy or thick media, follow the instructions not using Epson media,
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    184 | Solving Problems Fixing Paper Eject Problems If the paper is curled too tightly to eject properly, make sure the paper guides are attached to the printer. There are two paper guides for the Epson Stylus Pro 7890 and five for the Pro 9890. Attach the guides to the bottom of the printer as shown
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    Solving Problems | 185 Clearing Paper Jams When roll paper gets jammed in the printer, printing stops and you see a PAPER JAM message on the LCD screen. Follow
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    186 | Solving Problems 4. Open the front cover if necessary. 5. Carefully pull down the jammed paper. Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, do not touch the cables around the
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    Epson Pro Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson. com for updated drivers and utilities that may become available. Solving Problems With the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel If you have problems cables may be disconnected. See the installation instructions included with the Auto Take-Up Reel.
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    list. Windows XP: Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs. Select EPSON Printer Software in the program list and click Change/Remove. 2. Select your printer icon and click OK. Follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall your software. 3. If you want to reinstall your printer software
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    , such as print job name, computer name, date, time, number of prints, etc. If you wish to clear this information (for example, before selling your Epson printer to another party), you may do so by running the printer's nozzle check pattern 10 times. See "Running the Nozzle Check and Head Cleaning
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    .1 W or less in power off mode Check the label on the back of your printer for voltage information. Dimensions and Weight Specification Epson Stylus Pro 7890 Epson Stylus Pro 9890 Height 48 inches (1218 mm) 48 inches (1218 mm) Width 53.4 inches (1356 mm) 73.4 inches (1864 mm) Depth 26.26
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    . Media Roll Paper Maximum roll width Maximum roll length Weight range Paper thickness Roll paper compatibility Maximum roll paper diameter Epson Stylus Pro 7890: 24 inches (610 mm) Epson Stylus Pro 9890: 44 inches (1118 mm) Up to 147.6 feet for 2-inch cored media Up to 662.7 feet for 3-inch cored
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    192 | Specifications Epson Roll Paper Information and ICC Profiles Paper name Borderless printing Core Thickness recommended diameter ICC profile* Premium Glossy Photo 10 mil Yes Paper (250) (0.27
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    Specifications | 193 Paper name Watercolor Paper Radiant White Enhanced Synthetic Paper Enhanced Adhesive Synthetic Paper Canvas Borderless printing Core Thickness recommended diameter ICC profile* 11 mil No (0.29 mm) 3 inch Pro9890_9908_7890_7908_Watercolor PaperRadiantWhite_PK.icc
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    194 | Specifications Cut Sheets Weight range 17 lb (64 g/m2) bond up to posterboard Epson Cut Sheet Paper Sizes Size group A Series Size name A4 A3 Super A3/B A2 A1 Super A1 A0* Super A0* US-ANSI Letter US B US C
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    Size group US-ARCH B Series Photo Series Size name ARCH A ARCH B ARCH C ARCH D ARCH E* B5 B4 B3 B2 B1* B1 Landscape* B0 Super B0* - - - - - 195 Specifications | 195 Measurements 9 × 12 inches (229 × 305 mm) 12 × 18 inches (305 × 457 mm) 18 × 24 inches (457 × 610 mm) 24 × 36 inches (610 × 910 mm)
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    196 | Specifications Size group Others Size name - - - - - - * Epson Stylus Pro 9890 only Measurements 24 × 30 inches (610 × 762 mm) 30 × 40 inches* (762 × 1016 mm) 36 × 44 inches* (914 × 1118 mm) 11.8 × 15.7 inches (30 ×
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    Specifications | 197 Note: Borderless printing on these papers is recommended on the right and left sides only. Epson Cut Sheet Paper Information and ICC Profiles Paper name Thickness ICC profile* Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss 10 mil Pro9890_9908_7890_7908_Premium (0.27 mm)
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    198 | Specifications Note: We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage. Yields vary considerably
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    paper and have the printouts rolled up automatically, you can use the optional Auto Take-Up Reel (Epson Stylus Pro 9890 only). To install the Auto Take-Up Reel, follow the instructions in the manual that came with it. You can wind your printed media either forward (with the printed surface outside
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    and the Auto Take-up Reel icon appears on the LCD screen. 3. Make sure that the roll paper is loaded in the printer properly. For instructions, see page 57. 4. Press the l button to select (Auto Cut Off). 5. Press the d button to feed the roll paper out of the printer. Continue with
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    the tensioner in the slack area to ensure good print quality. 2. Press the d button to feed the paper forward and create some slack. 3. Set the Manual switch on the Auto Take-Up Reel to Forward and hold it long enough to take up at least three turns of paper onto the
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    leading edge of the paper to the reel in three places. 2. Press the d button to feed the paper forward and create some slack. 3. Set the Manual switch on the Auto Take-Up Reel to Backward to take up at least three turns of paper onto the reel. Make sure adequate slack
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    Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel | 203 WARNING: Do not touch the Auto Take-Up Reel while it is operating; doing so may result in injury. Turn off the Auto Take-Up Reel before removing the reel; if the reel operates unexpectedly, bodily injury may occur. Printing Using the Auto Take-Up Reel
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    204 | Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel 5. To remove your prints, turn the lever to unlock the reel, and then slide it left. Support the reel with one hand to keep it from falling. 6. Remove the take-up reel core from the paper stop on both ends of the
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    Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel | 205 2. Reverse the paper stop so that the smaller knob is on the outside. Then pinch the clip and reinstall the paper stop on the drive unit. 3. Remove the paper stop from the movable unit by pinching the knob. 205
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    206 | Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel 4. Reverse the paper stop so that the smaller knob is on the outside. Then pinch the knob and reinstall the paper stop on the movable unit. Installing a Take-Up Reel Core 1. Make sure the lock lever is released. Then slide the movable paper stop all the way
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    Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel | 207 2. Slip one end of the take-up reel core over the paper stop on the drive unit. 3. Insert the paper stop on the movable unit into the other end of the core. 207
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    208 | Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel 4. Turn the lever to the front to lock the movable unit. 208
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    209 Appendix C: Control Panel This Appendix summarizes the functions of the control panel's lights and buttons (below), describes the informational messages and icons you may see on the LCD screen (see page 212), and lists the available menu settings (see page 213). Control Panel Buttons and
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    210 | Control Panel Button Description d Paper feed Down Feeds the paper forward. Press and hold to feed paper faster. When paper is unlocked, reduces paper suction Changes setting parameters within menu mode u Paper feed Up Feeds the paper backward When paper is unlocked, increases paper
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    Control Panel | 211 Lights See "Checking Error Messages and Lights" on page 172 for instructions on responding to problems indicated by the printer lights. Light P Power Pause/reset b Paper B Ink Paper release or ePlaten Description On: printer is turned on Flashing: printer is printing
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    212 | Control Panel LCD Screen Icons Icon Description Paper Source icons Sheet Roll paper with Auto Cut On Roll paper with Auto Cut Off Platen Gap icons Widest Wider Wide Narrow Roll paper icons Displays when a non-default ROLL PAPER MARGIN setting is selected in the PRINTER SETUP menu
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    Control Panel | 213 Menu Setting Summary Press the Menu button to enter menu mode and select the settings summarized here. Menu setting PRINTER SETUP menu PLATEN GAP PAGE LINE ROLL PAPER MARGIN PAPER SIZE CHECK PAPER SKEW CHECK REFRESH MARGIN AUTO NOZZLE CHECK PRINT NOZZLE PATTERN CHANGE BLACK
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    and settings; see page 146 for details. NETWORK STATUS SHEET Prints a sheet showing the network settings; see the on-screen Network Guide for details. JOB INFORMATION Prints a sheet showing information about the last 10 print jobs. CUSTOM PAPER Prints information about paper configurations
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    Control Panel | 215 Menu setting Description PAPER SETUP menu (see page 57 for details) ROLL PAPER REMAINING Sets up the automatic media tracking and identification system. When this setting is ON, you can also set the ROLL PAPER LENGTH and ROLL LENGTH ALERT to keep track of the remaining paper
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    ) PAPER THICKNESS Selects the paper type (Epson media) or thickness (non-Epson media) for aligning the print head. Guide for details) NETWORK SETUP Select to enable or disable network printing. IP ADDRESS SETTING Select to set the IP address automatically or manually Pro 9890 only). 216
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    X, 96 Windows, 119 Auto Rotate setting, Windows, 119 Automatic media tracking, 60 Automatic Take-Up Reel, optional ordering, 12 problems, 187 using, 199 to 206 B Banding, 177 Barcode, 60 Basket, paper SP 7890, 27 to 33 SP 9890, 34 to 42 Black and white photos Mac OS X, 99 to 101 Windows, 123
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    supported sizes, 194 to 196 Cutter cutting paper manually problems, 171 Dimensions of printer, 190 Documentation, how to use, 11 E Electrical specifications, 190 Energy consumption, 190 Environmental specifications, 189 ePlaten, 19, 209 to 211 Epson 153 to 156 safety instructions, 17 specifications,
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    tank checking status, 145 to 147 ordering, 12 replacing, 163 to 164 Manuals, how to use, 11 Margins default, 198 incorrect, 181 printing without 146, 214 Messages, control panel, 172 to 176 Mirror Image setting problems, 181 Windows, 122 Monitoring printer control panel, 172 to 176 Mac OS
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    90, 108, 117, 120 to 121 cut sheet, see Cut sheet paper cutting manually, 68 Epson, 55 to 57 handling, 55 to 83 icons, 212 jams, 185 to 186 light, basket SP 7890, 27 to 33 SP 9890, 34 to 42 storing, 80 using, 76 to 79 Paper cutter, see Cutter Paper Size setting Mac OS X, 87 to 90 problems, 181,
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    transporting, 167 to 170 turning off, 16 weight, 190 Index | 221 Problems banding, 177 blank paper, 182 blurry prints, 179 cable, 181 color, 178, Progress Meter, 132, 133 Q Quality Options, Windows, 110 to 111 R Registering non-Epson media control panel, 81 to 83 Mac OS X, 94 to 95 Windows, 125 to
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    Mac OS X, 147 Windows, 132 to 135, 147 Storing printer, 167 to 170 Stylus Pro 7890, paper basket, 27 to 33 Stylus Pro 9890, paper basket, 34 to 42 Suction, 82, 95, 126 222 Super strong cleaning cycle, 159 Support, Epson, 13 System requirements, 13 to 14 T Take-Up Reel, Auto, see Automatic Take
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    Windows basic print options, 109 to 111 black and white photos, 123 to 125 borderless printing, 108, 116 to 121 canceling print jobs, 132 checking printer status, 147 color management, 114 to 116, 123 to 125, 141 to 143 custom paper size, 108, 117, 120 to 121 custom presets, 129 to 130 installing
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