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10 | Introduction Tip: Check the Epson Pro Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson. com for accessories and options that are currently available. Options and Accessories Your Epson Stylus® Pro 4880 offers these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment and software Option Epson Stylus Pro 4880 Printer Cabinet Stand Epson Stylus Pro 4880 TUMI Printer Cover Paper Roller Spindle (Normal Tension) - 2- or 3-inch Paper Roller Spindle (High Tension) - 2- or 3-inch One-year Extended Warranty Two-year Extended Warranty Part number C4800STAND C4800TUMI C12C811171 C12C811191 EPP48B1 EPP48B2 * See Appendix A for details. In addition, you can order these user-replaceable items: Consumables and user-replaceable parts Part Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank* Replacement Printer Cutter Blade** Ink Cartridges Part number C12C890191 C12C815291 See page 106 for a complete listing. * See page 117 for details. ** Replaces the blade for the printer's built-in cutter (see page 115). You can purchase genuine Epson® ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, visit www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales), or call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Where To Get Help Epson provides technical support and information on the installation, configuration, and operation of professional printing products through the Epson PreferredSM Limited Warranty Plan. Dial (888) 377-6611, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. 10

Section	Page
Front Matter	1
Trademarks	2
FCC Compliance Statement	3
Contents	5
Introduction	9
Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips	9
Options and Accessories	10
Where To Get Help	10
Macintosh System Requirements	11
Windows System Requirements	12
Important Safety Instructions	13
Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions	15
Identifying Printer Parts	16
Chap 1-Setting Up the Printer On a Network	19
Connecting to the Network	19
Configuring the Network Interface	20
Installing the Software for Macintosh	21
Adding the Printer	22
Installing the Software for Windows	24
Updating Your Printer Firmware	25
Downloading the Firmware	25
Updating the Firmware	26
Chap 2-Handling Paper and Other Media	29
Selecting Media for Your Printer	29
Guidelines for Using Epson Media	30
Using Cut Sheet Paper	30
Cut Sheet Paper Paths	31
Loading Paper in the Paper Tray	33
Using the Front Manual Feed Slot	38
Using the Rear Manual Feed Slot	41
Using Roll Paper	42
Roll Paper Guidelines	42
Loading the Paper onto the Spindle	43
Placing the Paper in the Printer	43
Removing Paper from the Spindle	47
Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper	47
Cutting Paper Manually with the Built-in Cutter	48
Printing Trim Lines	49
Adjusting the Platen Gap for Thick or Thin Paper	49
Optimizing the Settings for Your Paper	50
Creating Custom Paper Configurations	50
Selecting Custom Paper Configurations	52
Chap 3-Printing with Epson Drivers for Macintosh	53
Choosing Page Setup Options	54
Choosing Basic Print Options	57
Choosing Color Management and Paper Configuration Options	60
Choosing Roll Paper Options	63
Borderless Printing	64
Creating a Custom Preset and Printing	65
Choosing Advanced Black and White Photo Settings	66
Monitoring Print Jobs	68
Checking Ink Levels and Maintenance Tank	69
Chap 4-Printing with Epson Drivers for Windows	73
Choosing Basic Print Options	74
Choosing Color Management Options	76
Choosing Paper and Layout Options	78
Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options	79
Choosing Roll Paper Options	80
Borderless Printing	82
Choosing Page Layout Options	84
Choosing Paper Configuration Options	85
Choosing Advanced Black and White Photo Settings	86
Customizing the Printer Driver	88
Saving and Sharing Custom Settings	89
Saving and Sharing Custom Media Settings	90
Editing Printer Driver Settings	91
Managing Print Jobs	91
Using the Progress Meter	92
Optimizing Print Speed	92
Setting Monitoring Preferences	94
Chap 5-Maintaining and Transporting the Printer	97
Checking Printer Status and Part Life	97
Printing Status Information	97
Viewing Status Information	98
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head	100
Running a Power Cleaning Cycle	102
Aligning the Print Head	102
Replacing Ink Cartridges	105
Changing the Black Ink Cartridge	109
Draining the Old Ink	110
Installing the New Black Ink Cartridge	111
Updating the Printer Driver Information	112
Performing Additional Maintenance Tasks	112
Changing the Date and Time	112
Using the Maintenance Mode	113
Replacing the Paper Cutter Blade	115
Replacing the Maintenance Tank	117
Cleaning the Printer	119
Transporting or Storing the Printer	119
Preparing the Printer for Shipment	119
Setting Up the Printer After Transportation	121
Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver	121
Macintosh	121
Windows Vista	122
Windows XP	123
Chap 6-Solving Problems	125
Diagnosing Problems	125
Checking Error Messages and Lights	126
Improving Print Quality	131
Solving Operational Problems	134
Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems	135
Solving Paper Problems	137
Clearing Roll Paper Jams	138
Clearing Paper Tray Jams	140
Clearing Paper Jams from the Manual Feed Slots	143
Appendix A: Specifications	147
Environmental	147
Electrical	147
Dimensions	147
Weight	148
Printer Interfaces	148
Safety Approvals	148
Media	148
Roll Paper	148
Cut Sheets	148
Printable Area	149
Ink Cartridges	149