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Epson Stylus Pro 7900 Manual

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  • Page 1 Epson Stylus Pro 7900/9900 ® PRINTER GUIDE Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 2 Legal Notices Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to...
  • Page 3 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Unpacking the Printer and Mounting It on the Stand... . 25 Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 7900)... . . 27 Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 9900).
  • Page 6 Selecting Media for Your Printer ....... 57 Available Epson Special Media ......58 Guidelines for Using Epson Media .
  • Page 7 Selecting the Correct Media Type Setting ..... . . 121 4 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows . . 123 Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper.
  • Page 8 Contents 5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer . . . 151 Checking Printer Status ........151 Printing Status Information.
  • Page 9 Contents Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver ....193 Macintosh OS X 10.5 ........193 Macintosh OS X 10.4 .
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  • Page 11: Introduction

    This Printer Guide provides important information on setting up and using Introduction ® your printer, loading paper, using the 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.

  • Page 12: Options And Accessories

    Ink Cartridges See page 160 for a complete list. You can purchase optional equipment and 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.

  • Page 13: Where To Get Help

    (562) 276-1305. Before you call, make sure you have your Unit ID number, which is included with the Epson Preferred Limited Warranty Plan information that came with your printer. You’ll also need your printer serial number and proof of purchase.

  • Page 14: Windows System Requirements

    Introduction Windows System Requirements To use your printer in either a stand-alone or peer-to-peer network environment, your system should meet these requirements: ® -compatible PC with a Pentium ® 4, 3 GHz or higher processor • recommended ® ® ® Microsoft Windows Vista...

  • Page 15: Important Safety Instructions

    Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to make sure you use the equipment safely and effectively. The Epson Stylus Pro 7900 weighs about 186 lb (84.5 kg) and the • Epson Stylus Pro 9900 weighs about 256 lb (116 kg) without the stand, paper basket, ink, or paper.
  • Page 16 Do not move the print head by hand unless instructed to do so by an • or turn off the power to Epson service technician; otherwise you may damage the printer. the printer until the panel shuts off and the Do not insert objects through the slots.

  • Page 17: Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions

    Introduction 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 on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If ink gets in •...

  • Page 18: Printer Parts

    Introduction Printer Parts These illustrations show the Epson Stylus Pro 9900, but the parts are the same for the Pro 7900 unless otherwise noted. Front Roll paper cover Roll paper holder Control Front panel cover Ink bay Ink bay Paper basket...

  • Page 19: Control Panel

    Introduction Control Panel Paper feed up button ™ Paper release (ePlaten Paper Black ink change button light and button light light Power light and OK button button Menu button Paper cut button Ink open button Paper feed down button Pause/reset Left arrow or paper light and button display...
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  • Page 21: Setting Up The Printer

    Before you begin, make sure you have sufficient space to set up and use the up the printer. printer—at least 12 inches on all sides in addition to the dimensions shown: 53.4 × 35.6 inches (1356 × 903 mm) for the Epson Stylus Pro 7900 • Note: When choosing a place for the printer, leave 73.4 ×...

  • Page 22: Unpacking And Assembling The Stand

    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 7900 and stand • 13 × 13 feet (4 × 4 m) for the Epson Stylus Pro 9900 and stand •...
  • Page 23 Setting Up the Printer 3. Insert the strut into the left side as shown. (The sides are labeled Note: Make sure you tighten all bolts before moving to the next section. 4. Fasten the strut with 3 bolts as shown. Use the hex wrench to tighten the bolts.
  • Page 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 25: Unpacking The Printer And Mounting It On The Stand

    Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer and Mounting It on the Stand 1. Make sure you have all the items shown below: 11 Ink cartridges Cable guides Printer Roll paper holders Documentation Power cord and software CD 2. Remove the cardboard panels and other packing materials from around Note: Make sure you save the box and the printer.
  • Page 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 27: Attaching The Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 7900)

    Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 7900) 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 9900, see page 34 for instructions on attaching the paper basket.
  • Page 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 29 Setting Up the Printer 5. Place the basket under the printer as shown. 6. Snap the center pole into the holders on each side of the stand. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 31 Setting Up the Printer 9. Snap the back pole into the holders as shown. 10. Hook the loops around the pins on the back of the stand legs. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 33 Setting Up the Printer 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.

  • Page 34: Attaching The Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 9900)

    Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 9900) 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 7900, see page 27 for instructions on attaching the paper basket.
  • Page 35 Setting Up the Printer 3. Use the pins to fasten the posts in place. 4. Attach the other two posts to the back of the stand. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 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: Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 37 Setting Up the Printer 7. Place the basket under the printer as shown. 8. Snap the center pole in the holder on each side of the stand. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 39 Setting Up the Printer 11. Snap the back pole into the holders as shown. 12. Attach the end pieces to the poles at the back of the basket. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 41 Setting Up the Printer 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 42: Completing Setup And Connecting The Power Cord

    Setting Up the Printer 17. Attach the paper guides to the bottom of the printer as shown: 18. Continue with the next section to complete the setup process and connect the power cord. Completing Setup and Connecting the Power Cord 1.
  • Page 43 Setting Up the Printer 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 44 6. Close the front cover. Note: The illustrations in 7. Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the back of the printer. the following sections show the Epson Stylus Pro 9900, but the instructions are the same for the Pro 7900.
  • Page 45 Setting Up the Printer 8. Attach the cable guides to the left or right side of the printer back and route the power cord to the side of the printer as shown. Power cord on left side Power cord on right side 9.

  • Page 46: Installing Ink

    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 ink system.
  • Page 47 Setting Up the Printer 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 Right ink bay Slot no. Cartridge Slot no.

  • Page 48: Connecting To Your System

    Setting Up the Printer 6. After installing all 11 cartridges, close the ink covers. The printer begins Caution: Charging takes charging the ink delivery system and the P Power light flashes. about 15 minutes. Never turn off the printer, remove the maintenance tank, or open the front cover or ink covers while Power light is...

  • Page 49: Installing The Software For Macintosh

    Follow the steps below to install the software on a Macintosh. For Windows, Note: You can check for a newer version of your see page 52. printer driver on the Epson support site at 1. Turn on your Macintosh and your printer. www.epson.com/support.
  • Page 50 Open the Applications 7. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software and manuals, folder and drag the register your printer, and place links to Epson Professional Imaging and EpsonNet folder into the myEpsonPrinter.com websites on your desktop. trash. Then reinstall your printer software.
  • Page 51 Setting Up the Printer 8. When you see the prompt, remove the CD and click Restart 9. After your Macintosh restarts, do one of the following: For Mac OS X 10.5, select from System Preferences. Click Print & Fax the + button, then select your printer and click For Mac OS X 10.4, open the .

  • Page 52: Installing The Software For Windows

    More Printers such as . Select your printer from the list and click EPSON TCP/IP You see your printer in the Printer List. 10. Go to page 54 to update your printer firmware, if necessary. Installing the Software for Windows Follow these steps to install the software for Windows: 1.
  • Page 53 8. When you see the final installation screen, click Exit 9. Register your printer with Epson, then remove the printer software CD-ROM. 10. If you need to create a port, see the on-screen Network Guide. Go to the next section to update the printer firmware, if necessary.

  • Page 54: Updating Your Printer Firmware

    Setting Up the Printer 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 site and update your printer, if necessary. Checking the Current Firmware Version 1.

  • Page 55: Configuring The Printer's Network Adapter

    1. Turn on the 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 each printer that it finds. 3. Highlight the printer that you want to configure and click to access the TCP/IP selection screen.
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  • Page 57: Handling Paper And Other Media

    The Epson Stylus Pro 7900 and Pro 9900 print on a variety of media, Chapter 2: including roll paper and cut sheets in widths up to 24 inches (610 mm) for Handling Paper the Pro 7900 or 44 inches (1118 mm) for the Pro 9900. You can also use and Other heavy stock, such as posterboard up to 59 mil (1.5 mm) thick.

  • Page 58: Available Epson Special Media

    Handling Paper and Other Media Always test samples of paper stock in the printer before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. If you use non-Epson paper or other media, you may need to adjust various settings and create special paper configurations.

  • Page 59: Using Roll Paper

    Handling Paper and Other Media Using Roll Paper You can use roll paper with a 2- or 3-inch core and a width of up to 24 inches (61 cm) for the Pro 7900, or 44 inches (112 cm) for the Pro 9900. Manually switching rolls is a simple process.
  • Page 60 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 settings to determine which one is best for the media you’re using.

  • Page 61: Setting Up Automatic Media Tracking And Identification

    Handling Paper and Other Media For this media Select this Paper Type setting Textured Fine Art Paper Textured Fine Art Velvet Fine Art Paper Velvet F.A. Watercolor Paper - Radiant White Watercolor Paper Premium Canvas Satin Watercolor Paper PremierArt Water Resistant Canvas Premium Canvas Matte Watercolor Paper ®...

  • Page 62: Placing The Paper In The Printer

    Handling Paper and Other Media 6. Press u to go back to REMAINING PPR SETUP Tip: You can use Maintenance mode to 7. Press d to select ROLL PAPER LENGTH switch the units of measurement in the 8. Press r, then select the length of the roll paper loaded in the printer, printer from meters to feet.
  • Page 63 Handling Paper and Other Media 2. Push the lock lever down firmly, then move the roll paper holder to the left. 3. Place the roll on top of the printer. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 64 Handling Paper and Other Media 4. If necessary, adjust the roll media adapters to fit the core size of the roll paper. 2-inch core: 3-inch core: 5. Release the tension lever on both adapters. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 65 Handling Paper and Other Media 6. Push the adapters into the paper core at both ends of the roll. Then pull down the tension levers. 7. Move the roll paper to the right side until it touches the roll paper guide. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 66 Handling Paper and Other Media 8. Slide the roll paper holder to align the left adapter with the u on the holder. 9. Roll the paper slowly into position. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 67 Handling Paper and Other Media 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. 11. Pull up the lock lever to lock the paper in place. 12.

  • Page 68: Loading The Paper For Printing

    Handling Paper and Other Media Loading the Paper for Printing 1. Insert the paper into the slot and pull it down. 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.
  • Page 69 Handling Paper and Other Media 2. Close the roll paper cover. 3. Press the button. 4. Press the button to move the paper into printing position or wait for the paper to move into position automatically. 5. If you see a question on the display about paper settings, select if the settings are correct, or select , then change the settings.

  • Page 70: Cutting Paper Manually With The Built-In Cutter

    Note: The built-in cutter might not be able to cut When you’re not using the Auto Cut On setting, you can cut roll paper some types of non-Epson media. manually by pressing a button after your print job is finished. You can use button to cut most types of paper.

  • Page 71: Removing Paper From The Printer

    Handling Paper and Other Media 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 •...
  • Page 72 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 73 Handling Paper and Other Media 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 74: Using Cut Sheet Paper

    Handling Paper and Other Media Using Cut Sheet Paper You can print on many types of cut sheet paper and other media. The printer accepts sheets in widths from letter size/A4 to 24 inches (61 cm) for the Pro 7900 or 44 inches (112 cm) for the Pro 9900. You can leave your roll paper in the printer when you print on cut sheets;...
  • Page 75 Handling Paper and Other Media 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.

  • Page 76: Loading Heavy Sheets

    Handling Paper and Other Media Loading Heavy Sheets Make sure you load paper in the portrait orientation (short edge first). The 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 9900 only).

  • Page 77: Adjusting The Platen Gap For Thick Or Thin Paper

    Handling Paper and Other Media 5. Press the button. 6. Press the button to move the paper into printing position or wait for the paper to move into position automatically. 7. If you see a question on the display about paper settings, select if the settings are correct, or select , then change the settings.

  • Page 78: Using The Paper Basket

    When you switch media, don’t forget to change 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 optimize your results. See page 83 for more information.
  • Page 79 Handling Paper and Other Media 2. For the Pro 9900, 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 paper guides so that your prints slide smoothly onto the cloth.

  • Page 80: Catching Printouts Under The Printer

    Handling Paper and Other Media Catching Printouts Under the Printer Note: To avoid paper feed errors, do not allow Follow these steps to catch printouts under the printer: prints to stack up in the paper basket. 1. Raise the paper guides and tilt the front of the basket down. 2.
  • Page 81 Handling Paper and Other Media 3. For the Pro 9900, adjust the basket based on your print size. 23.4 33.1 inches (A1) or smaller • × Larger than 23.4 × 33.1 inches (A1) • Note: If printouts on matte paper have banding, pull the paper guides forward.

  • Page 82: Storing The Paper Basket

    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 9900, raise the back of the basket. 2. Raise the paper guides, then adjust the tabs and raise the front of the basket.

  • Page 83: Optimizing The 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.
  • Page 84 PAPER FEED ADJUST value if you see white lines on your prints, or a higher value if you see dark lines. lets you print with non-Epson media and avoid • DRYING TIME smearing the ink. You can make the print head wait up to 10 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on the page.

  • Page 85: Printing Your Paper Configurations

    Handling Paper and Other Media 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 , then press d to highlight Press r again.
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  • Page 87: Printing With Epson Drivers For Macintosh

    Your Epson Stylus Pro 7900 or Pro 9900 comes with drivers and utilities Chapter 3: that let you print and manage print jobs. For the best black and white Printing With photography output, the Epson driver offers an Advanced Black and White Epson Drivers Photo mode.

  • Page 88: Sizing Images For Borderless Printing On Roll Paper

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper For true borderless printing on roll paper, you can select a Paper Size setting with an option, or create a custom paper size, Auto Expand Retain Size as described on page 106.

  • Page 89: Printing With Mac Os X 10.5

    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.
  • Page 90 Then continue with and selecting Page step 6. Setup. 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 instructions.
  • Page 91 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Also be sure to select roll paper options, as described on page 98. Select the paper size, then choose the setting The following settings are available, depending on the size you choose: size setting prints on cut sheet paper with a bottom •...
  • Page 92 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh prints a series of continuous images without • Roll Paper - Banner any margin space between them, but with normal side borders. prints a series of continuous • Roll Paper - Borderless Banner borderless images without space between them.
  • Page 93 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 7. Select from the drop-down menu. You see this screen: Printer Settings Select Printer Settings 8. If you created a custom paper size for your roll paper, select the Auto option in the drop-down menu.
  • Page 94 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh only if you’re printing line drawings or other • Black non-photographic images. 11. Set the option as follows: Color Mode Select to disable color management in • (Off) No Color Adjustment the printer driver. Choose this mode when you use a color-managed ICC workflow in Photoshop or another software application.
  • Page 95 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 12. Choose one of the following settings: Print Quality Note: The Print Quality • Draft - 180 dpi settings available depend • Draft - 360 dpi on the Media Type you selected. Choose a lower •...

  • Page 96: Choosing Color Management Options

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Choosing Color Management Options Follow these instructions to use color management in the printer driver. 1. Select from the drop-down menu. You see this screen: Color Matching 2. Select one of the following settings: to use a Color Mode (see page 94) that •...

  • Page 97: Choosing Advanced Media Control Options

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Choosing Advanced Media Control Options Follow these instructions if you are using non-Epson media and you need to fine-tune its performance. Note: You may need to 1. Select from the drop-down menu. You see...

  • Page 98: Choosing Roll Paper Options

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh helps reduce vertical banding and creates a • Paper Thickness sharper image when printing on unusually thick or thin paper. lets you decrease the paper suction level when • Paper Suction printing on thinner papers (less than 12 lb), such as CAD drafting paper.
  • Page 99 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 2. Choose one of the following Auto Cut Settings allows margin space at the top and bottom of each • Normal Cut Normal image. extends the space between the images and trims each •...

  • Page 100: Controlling Borderless Image Expansion

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Controlling Borderless Image Expansion To control the amount of expansion when printing using a Paper Size with option, select from the drop-down Auto Expand Roll Paper Settings menu. You see this screen: Adjust the slider to increase or decrease the amount of expansion.

  • Page 101: Choosing Advanced Black And White Photo Settings

    Advanced Black and White Photo mode allows you to easily produce neutral from Photoshop, make and toned black-and-white prints using your Epson driver. This mode offers sure you do not use an alternative black and white workflow with settings for more advanced Photoshop’s color...
  • Page 102 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 4. Uncheck for the best quality. High Speed 5. Click . You see this screen: Advanced Color Settings 6. Choose the settings that are best for your photo. allows you to add tone (hue) to your black and white •...

  • Page 103: Creating A Custom Preset And Printing

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh adjusts the difference between the light and dark areas of • Contrast your image. allow you to control • Shadow Tonality Highlight Tonality tonality only in the shadow or highlight areas of your image.
  • Page 104 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 2. After verifying that your settings are correct, select from the Save As drop-down menu. Presets Caution: Do not open 3. Type a name for your custom preset and click and close the Presets menu without typing a 4.

  • Page 105: Managing Print Jobs

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Managing Print Jobs After you click you can monitor the progress of your print job. Follow Print, these steps: 1. Click the icon for your printer on the Dock. If necessary, double-click your printer (and print queue) name. You see a screen like this:...

  • Page 106: Printing With Mac Os X 10.4

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Printing With Mac OS X 10.4 If you’re using Mac OS X 10.4, follow the instructions below. If you’re using Mac OS X 10. 5, see page 89. Choosing Page Setup Options Page Setup options let you choose from several options for printing on cut Note: Many application sheets or roll paper.
  • Page 107 Then continue with step 5. 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 4 for instructions.
  • Page 108 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh prints without borders on • Roll Paper - Borderless (Auto Expand) roll paper and enlarges your image (up to 3%) to fit the size of the paper. This selection is recommended for borderless printing with minimal clipping of your image.

  • Page 109: Choosing Basic Print Options

    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.
  • Page 110 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 3. Select from the drop-down menu. You Print Settings Copies & Pages see this screen: Note: In certain programs, you may need to select Advanced before you can select Print Settings. For more information about printer settings, click the ? button.
  • Page 111 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 7. Set the option as follows: Mode Click to have the printer driver analyze the contents of • Automatic your image or file and make the appropriate printing adjustments. If slider appears, set it according to the priorities of Quality/Speed your print job.

  • Page 112: Choosing Color Management Options

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Continue with the instructions on page 112 to select color management settings. If you are using the color management settings in Photoshop or another application, it is very important to turn off color management in the printer driver.

  • Page 113: Choosing Paper Configuration Options

    ICC workflow in Photoshop or another software application. See your on-screen User’s Guide for instructions. Choosing Paper Configuration Options Follow these instructions if you are using non-Epson media and you need to fine-tune its performance. Note: You may need to 1.

  • Page 114: Choosing Roll Paper Options

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh lets you print with non-Epson • Drying Time per Print Head Pass 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 the page.
  • Page 115 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh allows margin space at the top and bottom of each • Normal Cut image. Normal extends the space between the images and trims each • Double Cut print individually. This provides the cleanest edge for borderless printing.

  • Page 116: Controlling Borderless Image Expansion

    Advanced Black and White Photo mode allows you to easily produce neutral from Photoshop, make and toned black-and-white prints using your Epson driver. This mode offers sure you do not use an alternative black and white workflow with settings for more advanced Photoshop’s color...
  • Page 117 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 1. Select from the drop-down menu. Print Settings 2. Choose the Media Type setting for the paper you have loaded in the printer. (See page 121 for instructions.) 3. Choose as the Color setting.
  • Page 118 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 5. Select from the drop-down menu. You see Printer Color Management this screen: 6. Choose the settings that are best for your photo. allows you to add tone (hue) to your black and white •...

  • Page 119: Creating A Custom Preset And Printing

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh adjusts the overall density or focus of the • Max Optical Density print. Create a soft focus print by setting the density lower. helps to reduce gloss differential by adding • Highlight Point Shift density to the highlights of your image.

  • Page 120: Managing Print Jobs

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Managing Print Jobs After you click you can monitor the progress of your print job. Follow Print, these steps: 1. Click the icon for your printer on the Dock. If necessary, double-click your printer (and print queue) name. You see a screen like this:...

  • Page 121: Selecting The Correct Media Type Setting

    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-Epson paper, consult the manufacturer for the best setting. You may have to experiment with different settings to determine which one is best for the media you’re using.
  • Page 122 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh For this media Select this Media Type setting* Textured Fine Art Paper Textured Fine Art Paper ® UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper Canvas Canvas Doubleweight Matte Paper Doubleweight Matte Paper Singleweight Matte Paper...

  • Page 123: Printing With Epson Drivers For Windows

    Your Epson Stylus Pro 7900 or Pro 9900 comes with drivers and utilities Chapter 4: that let you print and manage print jobs. For the best black and white Printing With photography output, the Epson printer driver offers Advanced Black and Epson Drivers White Photo mode.

  • Page 124: Sizing Images For Borderless Printing On Roll Paper

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Sizing Images for Borderless Printing on Roll Paper For true borderless printing on roll paper, you can select either Auto or create a custom paper size, as described on Expand Retain Size page 132. Your image may be clipped on the left and right edges, but you can minimize clipping by sizing your image according to the roll paper width and by adjusting the length by adding 0.1 inch (2.54 mm) to it.

  • Page 125: Choosing Basic Print Options

    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: 1.
  • Page 126 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 3. Select a setting that corresponds to the paper you are Media Type printing on. See the table on page 127 for more information. If you are using a color-managed workflow, make sure you choose •...

  • Page 127: Selecting The Correct Media Type Setting

    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-Epson paper, consult the manufacturer for the best setting. You may have to experiment with different settings to determine which one is best for the media you’re using.
  • Page 128 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows For this media Select this Media Type setting* Photo Paper Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (250)

  • Page 129: Choosing Color Management Options

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows For this media Select this Media Type setting* Matte Paper Doubleweight Matte Paper Doubleweight Matte Paper Singleweight Matte Paper Singleweight Matte Paper Presentation Paper Matte Presentation Paper Matte Enhanced Matte Paper Enhanced Matte Paper...
  • Page 130 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 3. Choose one of the following settings (if you select Color Controls , or , click the button after you select PhotoEnhance™ Advanced Tip: If you turn off color the setting): management, you can disables color management in the •...
  • Page 131 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows allows you to automatically correct images and • PhotoEnhance choose from six Scene Correction settings. adjusts colors based on the printer’s ICC profile, using the • Image Color Matching system. You can choose the input profile and other settings as shown below.

  • Page 132: Choosing Roll Paper Options

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Choosing Roll Paper Options Follow the steps in this section to print on roll paper and select settings for Note: Many application borderless printing and automatic cutting. (If you’re printing on cut sheets, settings override settings in the printer driver.
  • Page 133 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 5. If you want to print without margins, click . If you’re not Borderless printing borderless images, go to step 7. Note that borderless printing takes longer than normal printing. See page 124 for more information about borderless printing on roll paper.
  • Page 134 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 7. Click the button. You see this window: Roll Paper Option Normal 8. Choose one of the following settings: Auto Cut allows margin space at the top and bottom of each • Normal Cut image.

  • Page 135: Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options Follow the steps in this section to print on cut sheet paper and select settings for borderless printing, if desired. (If you’re printing on roll paper, see page 132.) 1.
  • Page 136 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows If the size of your paper is not listed, you can create a custom paper size. Select . You see this window: User Defined Type a name for your custom size, then enter the size in hundredths of an inch (or centimeters) and click .

  • Page 137: Choosing Page Layout Options

    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 tab.

  • Page 138: Choosing Advanced Black And White Photo Settings

    Advanced Black and White Photo mode allows you to easily produce neutral Note: If you are printing and toned black-and-white prints using your Epson driver. This mode offers from Photoshop, make an alternative black and white workflow with settings for more advanced sure you do not use control.
  • Page 139 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows You see this screen: 5. You can adjust the following advanced black and white photo settings: allows you to add tone (hue) to your black and white • Color Toning output. The default is...

  • Page 140: Choosing Paper Configuration Options

    6. When you finish selecting settings, click 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 setting in the printer driver. Then, whenever you print on that...
  • Page 141 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 2. Select the correct settings to match your ICC profile. These settings override any paper configuration settings you may have made using the printer’s control panel. Note: You may need to change the Color Density lets you control the ink saturation level (for example, •...
  • Page 142 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 4. On the tab, select any other necessary setting for your paper in the Main Media Settings box. (See page 125 through page 131 for details.) Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 143 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 5. Click the button. You see a window like this: Custom Settings 6. Verify that your settings are correct, type a name for the custom media type, and click Save 7. After saving your settings, you can do the following: To use the settings to print right away, select the name you gave •...

  • Page 144: Saving, Exporting, And Importing Custom Settings

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Saving, Exporting, and Importing Custom Settings You can save groups of settings so you can reuse them for future print jobs with the same profile/printer/ink/media combination. You can also export them as a file that you can share with others, who can import them for printing.

  • Page 145: Importing A Custom Settings Group

    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 • gave it in the list, if necessary, and print. Select Setting To save the settings to a file that you can share, click the •...

  • Page 146: Editing Printer Driver Settings

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Editing Printer Driver Settings 1. Click the tab, then select Utility Menu Arrangement 2. Select the item you want to edit. You can do the following: Drag and drop the items to rearrange them •...

  • Page 147: Managing Print Jobs

    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, or restart them. The Progress Meter opens each time you send a print job. Status Monitor 3, which appears on the taskbar when you print, lets you check the printer’s...

  • Page 148: Optimizing Print Speed

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Optimizing Print Speed You can use the Speed and Progress utility to improve printing speed. 1. Click the tab, then click the button. You Utility Speed and Progress see this window: Note: If you want to...
  • Page 149 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows allows you to override the length or width • Coarse Rendering limitations in applications (such as Photoshop) that restrict the number of pixels you can print. allows large or complex vector graphics to print •...

  • Page 150: Setting Monitoring Preferences

    Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 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 printer.

  • Page 151: Maintaining And Transporting The Printer

    The Epson Stylus Pro 7900 and Pro 9900 require little maintenance to keep Chapter 5: working at their best. This chapter describes the following routine Maintaining procedures: Checking printer status • Transporting the Printer Checking and cleaning the print head •...

  • Page 152: Printing Status Information

    4. Press d to select , then press r. STATUS SHEET printer parts need to be replaced by an 5. Press to start printing. authorized Epson service technician. Viewing Status Information 1. Press r Menu 2. Press d to select , then press r.

  • Page 153: Checking Printer Status From The Printer Driver

    User’s Guide. Checking Printer Status From the Printer Driver The Epson Status Monitor utility installed with your printer driver lets you check the levels of ink in the printer and the level of the maintenance tank(s). Follow the steps below to use the utility to check the status.

  • Page 154: Checking And Cleaning The Print Head

    2. Do one of the following to access the printer utilities: on the printer settings Mac OS X: Open the in your screen. • EPSON Printer Utility3 folder. Select your printer and click Applications If you added a shortcut Windows Vista: Click , select...
  • Page 155 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Windows XP: Click and select . Double-click • Start Control Panel . Right-click your printer icon and select Printers and Faxes . Click the tab. Printing Preferences Utility You see a menu like the following: 3.

  • Page 156: Checking And Cleaning The Print Head Using The Control Panel

    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.

  • Page 157: Running Cleaning Cycles

    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 not sufficient to clear the nozzles.

  • Page 158: Aligning The Print Head

    Follow these steps to align the print head using the control panel: Tip: To properly align the print head, you can also 1. Make sure the printer is turned on. Then load Epson Enhanced Matte use Epson Doubleweight paper. Matte Paper or Ultra Premium Photo Paper 2.

  • Page 159: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    6 months. If you do so, without any loss of print quality. However, it is best to replace a low ink Epson recommends cartridge before starting a large print job. covering the openings with tape.
  • Page 160 T636600 “replace cartridge” (VLM) indicator comes on. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional For best printing results, Imaging Authorized Reseller. To find the nearest reseller, visit use up a cartridge with www.proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales), or six months of opening the package.
  • Page 161 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 3. Open the ink cover all the way. 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 5.
  • Page 162 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 6. Make sure the replacement cartridge is the correct color and remove it from its package. Gently shake the cartridge for about 5 seconds before installing it. Note: If you can’t insert the cartridge smoothly, you may have the wrong cartridge.

  • Page 163: Switching Black Ink Mode

    Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss, Proofing Paper Commercial, and so The Matte Black cartridge is optimized for printing photographic • images on matte or fine art papers, such as Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte and Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper. This cartridge significantly increases black optical density.

  • Page 164: Using Maintenance Mode

    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 the printer’s •...

  • Page 165: Replacing The Paper Cutter

    Replacing the Paper Cutter If you notice that your paper isn’t being cut cleanly, the 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 Cutter...
  • Page 166 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 167: Installing The New Cutter

    Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 7. Carefully remove the cutter. WARNING: The blade is sharp. Be careful when removing it. 8. Dispose of the cutter in accordance with local regulations. Installing the New Cutter Remove the new blade from its package, then follow these steps to install it: 1.
  • Page 168 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 2. Tighten the screw using a cross-head screwdriver. Note: Reinstall the 3. Align the cover, then press it in until it clicks into place. optional SpectroProofer if necessary, following the instructions that came with it. Then turn on the printer and press the OK button.

  • Page 169: Replacing The Maintenance Tank

    Pro 7900 LCD display) The icon(s) show the approximate amount of space remaining in the tank(s). The Epson Stylus Pro 7900 has one maintenance tank (on the right side), and the Pro 9900 has two (one on either side). Replacement tanks are available from Epson (part number C12C890191).
  • Page 170 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 3. Grasp the handle at the bottom of the tank (on the side of the printer) and gently pull out the maintenance tank. Then place it in the plastic bag included with the new tank. Caution: Be careful not to spill ink from the maintenance tank when...

  • Page 171: Cleaning The Printer

    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 may be soiled.
  • Page 172 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 brush.

  • Page 173: Transporting Or Storing The Printer

    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 Shipment 1. Turn off the printer and wait until the carriage moves to the home position (on the far right) and the P Power light goes off.
  • Page 174 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 4. Open the front cover and reinstall the packing material that you removed from the print head during setup. Then close the cover. Tip: For more secure transportation, tape all doors and covers shut. 5. Before you remove the printer from the stand, make sure the casters are locked.

  • Page 175: Moving The Printer On The Stand

    To ship the printer a longer distance, 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...

  • Page 176: Setting Up The Printer After Transportation

    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.

  • Page 177: Solving Problems

    See page 151 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. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 178: Checking Error Messages And Lights

    The number 3000 indicates that at both ends and turn it back on. If the the power cord is not message remains after restarting the printer connected correctly. several times, contact Epson as described on page 13. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 179 INK LOW REPLACE INK CARTRIDGE INK CARTRIDGE A non-genuine ink cartridge is Select DECLINE and replace the ink installed. cartridge with a genuine Epson ink cartridge; NON-GENUINE CARTRIDGE! see page 159. QUALITY OF NON-GENUINE INK MAY VARY. INK CARTRIDGE A non-genuine ink cartridge is Replace the ink cartridge with a genuine installed.
  • Page 180 USED CAN BE INSTALLED AGAIN FOR PRINTING MAINTENANCE REQUEST A printer part may need to be Note the code number and contact Epson as replaced soon. described on page 13. MAINTENANCE TANK The maintenance tank is almost...
  • Page 181 Solving Problems Message Explanation Response NOT ENOUGH EMPTY The maintenance tank is too Replace the maintenance tank; see SPACE full for head cleaning. page 169. REPLACE THE RIGHT SIDE MAINTENANCE TANK NOZZLE CHECK ERROR Auto cleaning cannot be Press the button to clear the error, then try performed.

  • Page 182: Improving Print Quality

    Solving Problems Message Explanation Response PAPER SETTING ERROR The paper source selected in Check the Paper Source settings and make the printer driver and the sure the paper is loaded correctly. CHECK THE PAPER SOURCE control panel do not match. IN THE DRIVER SETTINGS AND LOAD PAPER CORRECTLY...
  • Page 183 ◗ If you’re using cut sheet media, make sure the printable side is face up. ◗ Choose a higher resolution, such as SuperPhoto - 2880x1440dpi. ◗ If you’re using a third-party RIP and non-Epson media, see if the RIP provides a method for adjusting the paper feed.
  • Page 184 96 or page 112 (Mac OS X) or page 130 (Windows). ◗ Adjust the Color Density setting in the Paper Configuration utility. ◗ If you’re using a third-party RIP or non-Epson media, custom color profiles will give you the best color reproduction.
  • Page 185 Your print appears blurry or smeared. ◗ If you’re printing on non-Epson media, you may need to adjust the paper thickness setting, drying time, or color density. Use your printer software (page 97 or page 113 for Mac OS X or page 141 for Windows) to choose the correct setting.

  • Page 186: Solving Operational Problems

    ◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in your printer software is correct. ◗ 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 97 or page 113 for Mac OS X or page 141 for Windows) to choose the correct setting.

  • Page 187: Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems

    Properties. Click the Ports tab and make sure your printer port is selected. ◗ Download and install the latest driver for Macintosh or Windows from the Epson website at www.proimaging.epson.com. Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems If your printouts are not what you expected, try the suggestions below:...
  • Page 188 Solving Problems Problem Solution ◗ Make sure your software is installed correctly and the printer is selected. Blank paper is printed. ◗ Make sure the Paper Size setting in your printer software is correct for the paper you’re using. ◗ Make sure the Paper Source setting in your printer software is correct. ◗...

  • Page 189: Solving Paper Problems

    • PLATEN GAP you’re printing on. See page 77 for more information. If you’re not using Epson media, use a paper configuration to adjust for • the paper’s thickness and drying time; see page 83. Downloaded from ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 190: Fixing Paper Eject 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 7900 and five for the Pro 9900.

  • Page 191: Clearing Paper Jams

    Solving Problems Clearing Paper Jams When roll paper gets jammed in the printer, printing stops and you see a message on the LCD display. Follow these steps to clear a PAPER JAM paper jam: 1. Cut the paper at the paper insertion slot. 2.
  • Page 192 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 print head or the roller, ink absorption pad, or ink tubes. 6.

  • Page 193: Uninstalling And Reinstalling The Printer Driver

    Solving Problems Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Driver Tip: Check the Epson Pro Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson. If you need to uninstall and then reinstall the printer driver software for any com for updated drivers reason, follow the instructions in the appropriate section below.
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  • Page 195: A Specifications

    Rated current 1.0 A at 120 V 0.5 A at 220 V Power consumption Epson Stylus Pro 7900: Approx. 70 W Approx. 16 W in low-power mode Approx. 1 W or less in power off mode Epson Stylus Pro 9900: Approx.

  • Page 196: Dimensions And Weight

    Roll Paper changed by the manufacturer at any time, Maximum roll width Epson Stylus Pro 7900: 24 inches (610 mm) Epson cannot attest to Epson Stylus Pro 9900: 44 inches (1118 mm) the quality of any non-Epson brand or type Maximum roll length Up to 147.6 feet for 2-inch cored media...

  • Page 197: Cut Sheets

    Specifications Cut Sheets Weight range 17 lb (64 g/m ) bond up to posterboard Epson Cut Sheet Paper Sizes Size group Size name Measurements × A Series 11.7 inches (210 × 297 mm) 11.7 × 16.5 inches (297 × 420 mm) Super A3/B 13 ×...
  • Page 198 Specifications Size group Size name Measurements × US-ARCH ARCH A 12 inches (229 × 305 mm) × ARCH B 18 inches (305 × 457 mm) ARCH C 18 × 24 inches (457 × 610 mm) ARCH D 24 × 36 inches (610 ×...

  • Page 199: Printable Area

    15.7 × 23.6 inches (40 × 60 cm) — 23.6 × 35.4 inches (60 × 90 cm) * Epson Stylus Pro 9900 only Note: We recommend that you use genuine Printable Area Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of Default roll paper margins are 0.59 inch (15 mm) top and bottom, and...
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  • Page 201: Index

    Index Index Accessories, 12 Cable Advanced Black and White Photo power, 45 Mac OS X 10.4, 116 to 119 printer, 13, 48 to 49 Mac OS X 10.5, 101 to 103 problems, 187 Windows, 138 to 140 requirements, 13, 14 Aligning print head, 158 to 159 Canceling print jobs Always spool RAW datatype setting,...
  • Page 202 165 to 168 Head Alignment menu, 158, 159 Date and time setting, 163 Height of printer, 196 Default settings, restoring, 164 to 165 Help, Epson, 13 Deleting print jobs High Speed Copies setting, 148 Mac OS X 10.4, 120 High Speed setting Mac OS X 10.5, 105...
  • Page 203 Index Mac OS X 10.5 advanced media control settings, Jams, paper, 191 to 192 97 to 98 Job history, 152 basic print options, 89 to 95 black and white photos, 101 to 103 borderless printing, 88, 89 to 92 canceling print jobs, 105 Language, control panel, 164 to 165 color management, 96, 101 to 103 Layout...
  • Page 204 Mac OS X 10.5, 105 cut sheet, see Cut sheet paper Windows, 147 to 150 cutting manually, 70 Moving printer, 173 to 176 Epson, 57 to 59 MyEpsonPrinter.com, checking handling, 57 to 85 status, 152 jams, 191 to 192 light, 178 Mac OS X 10.4 options,...
  • Page 205 Index Pausing print jobs Printer Mac OS X 10.4, 120 cable, 13, 48 Mac OS X 10.5, 105 checking status, 147 to 150, Windows, 147 151 to 154 PhotoEnhance, 131 cleaning, 171 Platen Gap setting connecting, 48 to 49 control panel, 77 to 78 default settings, restoring, 164 to 165 Mac OS X 10.4, 114...
  • Page 206 Software 126 to 127 installing, 49 to 53 uninstalling, 193 Specifications electrical, 195 Registering non-Epson media environmental, 195 control panel, 83 to 85 ink cartridges, 199 Mac OS X 10.4, 113 to 114 paper, 196 to 199 Mac OS X 10.5, 97 to 98...
  • Page 207 Index Stylus Pro 7900, paper basket, 27 to 33 Waste ink system, 151 to 154, Stylus Pro 9900, paper basket, 169 to 170 34 to 42 Weight of printer, 196 Suction, 84, 98, 114, 141 Width of printer, 196 Super strong cleaning cycle, 165...
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