Page 1 Epson Stylus Pro 7700/9700 ® USER’S GUIDE...
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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.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
2 Handling Paper and Other Media Selecting Media for Your Printer ....... 57 Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions.
Page 6 Setting Up Automatic Media Tracking and Identification..61 Placing the Paper in the Printer ......62 Loading the Paper for Printing .
Page 7 Managing Print Jobs ........107 Using the Progress Meter.
Page 8 Checking Printer Status ........
Page 9 Printer Interfaces ........
Page 10 Contents...
Page 11: Warnings, Cautions, Notes, And Tips
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
Introduction Options and Accessories Tip: Check the Epson Pro Imaging website at www.proimaging.epson. Your Epson Stylus com for accessories and accessories: options that are currently available. Optional equipment In addition, you can order these user-replaceable items: Consumables and user-replaceable parts You can purchase optional equipment and genuine Epson ink and paper from an Epson Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller.
Page 13: Where To Get Help
Ricoh Americas Corporation website at http://www.ricoh-usa.com for information on how to locate your local service provider. 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 •...
Page 14 Quad-speed (4×) or faster CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing the printer software For USB connection: a compliant USB Hi-Speed 2.0 port and a shielded USB “AB” cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer), up to 10 feet (3 m) long For network connection: Ethernet-equipped Macintosh and a...
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 7700 weighs about 186 lb (84.5 kg) and the • Epson Stylus Pro 9700 weighs about 256 lb (116 kg) without the stand, paper basket, ink, or paper.
Page 16 Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s...
Page 17: Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions
However, each time the cartridge is inserted, some ink is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check. If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust, and store it in the same environment as this product.
Page 18: Printer Parts
Roll paper holder Front cover Paper basket Interface connector for optional equipment USB interface for computer Maintenance tank (Pro 9700 includes two tanks, one on each side of printer) Roll paper cover Control panel Ink bay Casters Network interface AC inlet...
Page 19: Control Panel
Control Panel Paper light light power light and button Pause/reset light and button display LCD Display Paper source Auto Take-Up Reel Platen gap/Paper number Introduction Paper feed up button Paper release (ePlaten Print head light and button cleaning button Ink open button Paper feed down button Left arrow or paper source button...
Page 20 Introduction...
Page 21: Setting Up The Printer
12 inches (305 mm) on all sides in addition to the dimensions shown: 53.4 × 35.6 inches (1356 × 903 mm) for the Epson Stylus Pro 7700 • 73.4 × 52 inches (1864 × 1318 mm) for the Epson Stylus Pro 9700...
Page 22: Unpacking And Assembling The Stand
2. Unpack the stand and make sure you have all these items. 8 × 8 feet (2.4 × 2.4 m) for the Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and stand 13 × 13 feet (4 × 4 m) for the Epson Stylus Pro 9700 and stand containing the stand and paper basket.
Page 23 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. Setting Up the Printer...
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.
Page 25: Unpacking The Printer And Mounting It On The Stand
Unpacking the Printer and Mounting It on the Stand 1. Make sure you have all the items shown below: 2. Remove the cardboard panels and other packing materials from around Note: Make sure you save the box and packaging in case you need to ship 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.
Page 27: Attaching The Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 7700)
Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 7700) 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 9700, 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.
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.
Page 30 Setting Up the Printer 7. Insert the black plastic connectors into both ends of the square pole at 8. Fasten the black plastic connectors onto the posts on each side of the the front of the printer. stand.
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.
Page 32 Setting Up the Printer 11. Insert the rod into the fabric channel at the front of the printer. 12. Insert the free ends of the rod into the holes in the sides of the stand.
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 34: Attaching The Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 9700)
Attaching the Paper Basket (Epson Stylus Pro 9700) 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 7700, 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.
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:...
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.
Page 38 Setting Up the Printer 9. Insert the black plastic connectors into both ends of the square pole at 10. Fasten the black plastic connectors onto the posts on each side of the the front of the printer. stand.
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.
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 at the front of the printer.
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.
Page 42: Completing Setup And Connecting The Power Cord
Cord 1. Attach the manual holder to the left or right side of the stand. Store the 2. Unlock the casters. Then move the printer to the place of use. (The connect the power cord. User’s Guide in the holder.
Page 43 3. Remove any packing tape and plastic film. Check these areas: the front cover • the ink compartment cover • the maintenance tank(s) • 4. Open the roll paper cover and remove the tape and packing material. Setting Up the Printer...
Page 44 Setting Up the Printer 5. Open the front cover and remove the tape and packing material. 6. Close the front cover. 7. Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the back of the printer. Note: The illustrations in the following sections...
Page 45 8. Attach the cable guides to the left or right side of the printer back and Power cord on left side 9. For the Pro 9700, attach the loops on the paper basket cords to the cable 10. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
Page 46: Installing Ink
The cartridges shipped with your printer are provided mainly to charge the ink system. Make sure you order a new set of cartridges as soon as possible. 1. Press the P power button to turn on the printer. In a moment, Note: The ink cover may take a minute or two to pop open.
Page 47 Slot no. Cartridge 5. Install the ink cartridges in the printer. Hold each cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer, then insert it into its slot until it clicks into place. Make sure you insert each cartridge all the way into the correct slot.
Page 48: Connecting To Your System
Setting Up the Printer 6. After installing all 5 cartridges, close the ink cover. The printer begins Caution: Charging takes about 15 minutes. Never turn off the printer, remove the maintenance tank, or open the front cover or ink covers while...
Page 49: Installing The Software For Windows
2. Plug the interface cable into the appropriate port on the printer. USB connection 3. Plug the other end of the cable into the appropriate connector on your Installing the Software for Windows Follow these steps to install the software for Windows: 1.
Page 50 5. Click the 6. Read the license agreement and click Note: With Windows XP, 7. When you see a screen asking you to turn on the printer, press the if you see a Found New Hardware Wizard screen, select No, not this time, click Next, and click Next again.
Page 51: Installing The Software For Macintosh
9. Register your printer with Epson, then remove the printer software 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. Installing the Software for Macintosh Follow the steps below to install the software on a Macintosh.
Page 52 9. After your Macintosh restarts, do one of the following: button. Install register your printer, and place a link to the Epson Professional Imaging website on your desktop. and eject the CD. Restart your computer Exit if prompted.
Page 53 Name field on this screen. For Mac OS X 10.6 and 10.5, select Preferences. Click the + button, then select your printer and click For Mac OS X 10.4, open the see your printer in the Printer Browser: For USB connection, select your printer and wait while your Macintosh finds the driver and the Add button becomes available.
Page 54 Setting Up the Printer You see your printer in the Printer List. 10. Go to page 55 to update your printer firmware, if necessary.
Page 55: Updating Your Printer Firmware
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. Press the r...
Page 56: Configuring The Printer's Network Adapter
If the print If you connected your printer to a network, follow the instructions in the quality is satisfactory, next section to configure the printer for your network.
Page 57: Handling Paper And Other Media
Other Media The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and Pro 9700 print on a variety of media, including roll paper and cut sheets in widths up to 24 inches (610 mm) for the Pro 7700 or 44 inches (1118 mm) for the Pro 9700. You can also use heavy stock, such as posterboard up to 59 mil (1.5 mm) thick.
Page 58: Available Epson Special Media
See page 88 (Windows), or page 130 (Mac OS X) for instructions. Always select the correct paper source (roll or sheet) in both the printer driver software and on the printer’s control panel. See page 93 or page 96 (Windows), or page 126 (Mac OS X) for instructions on selecting the paper source in your printer software.
Page 59: Using Roll Paper
Paper Feed button. For lightweight paper, decrease the suction by pressing the d Paper Feed button. Do not leave roll paper loaded in the printer when it is not in use. • Selecting the Paper Type Whenever you load a new type of paper, you need to select the paper type on the printer’s control panel.
Page 60 Handling Paper and Other Media 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
Setting Up Automatic Media Tracking and Identification Before you load roll paper in the printer, you can set up the automatic media tracking system. This system prints a barcode on the edge of the paper that indicates the media type, roll length, and the alert setting.
Page 62: Placing The Paper In The Printer
Handling Paper and Other Media 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.
Page 63 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:...
Page 64 Handling Paper and Other Media 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.
Page 65 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.
Page 66 Handling Paper and Other Media 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.
Page 67: Loading The Paper For Printing
Handling Paper and Other Media 11. Pull up the lock lever to lock the paper in place. 12. If the Paper release light is not on, press the Paper release button. Loading the Paper for Printing 1. Insert the paper into the slot and pull it down.
Page 68 Handling Paper and Other Media 2. Close the roll paper cover. 3. Press the 4. Press the 5. If you see a question on the display about paper settings, select Note: Opening the front cover causes printing to 6. Press stop.
Page 69: Cutting Paper Manually With The Built-In Cutter
4. Press d or u to select 5. Press 6. Press You can also specify trim lines from your printer driver software. For instructions, see page 96 (Windows), or pages 121 or 134 (Mac OS X). Handling Paper and Other Media Paper cut button to cut most types of paper.
Page 70: Removing Paper From The Printer
Handling Paper and Other Media Removing Paper from the Printer 1. Open the roll paper cover. 2. Press the Paper release button to release the paper. If automatic media tracking is on, the barcode and paper • information is printed.
Page 71 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.
Page 72 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.
Page 73: Using Cut Sheet Paper
24 inches (61 cm) for the Pro 7700 or 44 inches (112 cm) for the Pro 9700. You can leave your roll paper in the printer when you print on cut sheets; make sure it is removed from the paper path and rolled up.
Page 74 5. If you see a question on the display about paper settings, select 6. Press 7. Print your page. After it is finished, the sheet stays in the printer. 8. To remove your print, press the d button while holding the sheet.
Page 75: Loading Thick Sheets
28.6 inches (728 mm) long, which should be loaded in landscape orientation (Pro 9700 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 Note: You may need to...
Page 76: Adjusting The Platen Gap For Thick Or Thin Paper
7. If you see a question on the display about paper settings, select 8. Press 9. Print your page. After it is finished, the sheet stays in the printer. 10. To remove your print, press the d button while holding the sheet.
Page 77: Using The Paper Basket
The paper basket attaches to your printer and catches your printouts as they come out. The basket keeps your printouts from getting dirty or scratched. You can set it up either to catch the paper under the printer or in front of the printer.
Page 78 Handling Paper and Other Media 2. For the Pro 9700, 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 4. Raise the front of the basket so that the surface is taut. Then lower the paper guides.
Page 79: Catching Printouts Under The Printer
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.
Page 80 Handling Paper and Other Media 3. For the Pro 9700, adjust the basket based on your print size. Note: If printouts on matte paper have banding, pull the paper guides forward. 23.4 33.1 inches (A1) or smaller • × Larger than 23.4 × 33.1 inches (A1) •...
Page 81: 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 9700, raise the back of the basket. 2. Raise the paper guides, then adjust the tabs and raise the front of the basket.
Page 82: Optimizing The Settings For Your Paper
Handling Paper and Other Media Optimizing the Settings for Your Paper When you choose a media type in your Epson printer software, the driver automatically determines the best 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.
Page 83 10. Press l, then d to select any of the menu options shown below. Make adjustments as needed, and press to return to the menu. You can also make similar settings using the printer driver software. For instructions, see page 100 (Windows) or page 132 (Mac OS X). •...
Page 84: 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 2.
Page 85: Printing With Epson Drivers For Windows
Your Epson Stylus Pro 7700 or Pro 9700 comes with drivers and utilities Chapter 3: that let you print and manage print jobs. Printing With Epson Drivers ICC profiles are included, so you can use the color management features in for Windows Adobe Photoshop or other applications, or in the driver itself.
Page 86: 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 Expand page 93. 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 87: Choosing Basic Print Options
Follow these steps to make basic settings: 1. Start an application, open the file you want to print, and select 2. Make sure your printer is selected, then click the Note: If you need more information about print...
Page 88 See page 100 for more information Custom Settings about custom paper configurations. If the media type has been set on the printer’s control panel, select • Auto Acquire setting, select one of the following: Color for any type of photographic printing.
Page 89: Selecting The Correct Media Type Setting
6. 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. You can choose one of these settings in the drop-down menu:...
Page 90 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows * Other Media Type settings in the list can be used to experiment with other For this media Photo Paper Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (250) Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (260) Premium Glossy Photo Paper (170) Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (170)
Page 91: Choosing Color Management Options
Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Choosing Color Management Options The printer driver offers several methods for managing the color in your prints, including turning the driver’s color management settings off. If you are using color management settings in Photoshop or another application, it is very important to access the advanced settings and turn off color management in the printer driver, as described here.
Page 92 Advanced • Off (No Color Adjustment) printer driver. Choose this mode when you use a color managed workflow in Photoshop or other software. See page 141 for instructions. lets you specify individual values for adjusting •...
Page 93: Choosing Roll Paper Options
Image Color Matching system. You can choose the input profile and other settings as shown below. In most cases, you will get better results by applying color management in your application, rather than in the printer driver. See page 141 for instructions. to save your settings.
Page 94 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Tip: Creating a user-defined paper size generally lets you make 3. For the the best use of your roll paper. 4. If you want to reduce or enlarge your image, click the 5. If you want to print without margins, click saves paper by not feeding the blank portion of the last Save Roll Paper page of your document.
Page 95 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 6. Click the button to select a borderless sizing option. Choose Expansion Auto Expand Retain Size enlarges your image (up to 3%) to fit the size of the Auto Expand paper. You can use the slider to adjust the expansion. prints your image at the size you specify in your Retain Size application.
Page 96: Choosing Cut Sheet Paper Options
Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 8. Choose one of the following Normal Double 9. Select these additional roll paper options, if necessary: Single Note: These settings override settings made through the control panel. 10. When you’re finished, click 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.
Page 97 2. For the setting, select Source 3. For the setting, select the size of the sheet loaded in the printer. Size If the size of your paper is not listed, you can create a custom paper size. Select . You see this window:...
Page 98 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 4. If you want to center your image on the sheet, click 5. If you want to print to the edges of the page, click 6. Click the 7. If you want to reduce or enlarge your image, click the Type a name for your custom size, then enter the size in hundredths of an inch (or centimeters) and click then select...
Page 99: Choosing Page Layout Options
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 Note: Select Landscape when you want to rotate your image 90°.
Page 100: Choosing Paper Configuration Options
Click , select the settings you want to use, and click Details setting in the printer driver. Then, whenever you print on that button on the Paper Config override any paper configuration settings you may have made using the printer’s control panel.
Page 101 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows • 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 102 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 87 through page 93 for details.)
Page 103 Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows 5. Click the 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 104: Saving, Exporting, And Importing Custom Settings
You can select them to set most of the settings you need, and then customize them for your particular print job. You can also add, delete, or hide items in the printer driver window to customize the driver for your uses.
Page 105: Importing A Custom Settings Group
Select Setting Loading a Pre-Defined Settings Group 1. To view the settings associated with the pre-defined setting groups that came with your printer driver, click the the following category and name, and check the Registered Settings column: >...
Page 106: Editing Printer Driver Settings
Printing With Epson Drivers for Windows Editing Printer Driver Settings 1. Click the 2. Select the item you want to edit. You can do the following: 3. When you’re finished, click tab, then select Utility Drag and drop the items to rearrange them •...
Page 107: Managing Print Jobs
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 status and monitor print jobs.
Page 108: Optimizing Print Speed
RAW format requires fewer resources, printing is faster and you can avoid certain problems, such as insufficient memory or disk space. button. You Speed and Progress disables the printer software lets you turn off the tool tips that appear lets you spool documents using the...
Page 109 Adobe Acrobat • Allow Applications to Perform ICM Color Matching halftone output processing to be performed by the printer. This feature speeds up processing, especially for older computers, and ensures that the printer runs at maximum speed. This involves image compression and decompression, and does not affect the quality of your output.
Page 110: 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. 1. Click the 2.
Page 111: Printing With Epson Drivers For Macintosh
Your Epson Stylus Pro 7700 or Pro 9700 comes with drivers and utilities Chapter 4: that let you print and manage print jobs. Printing With Epson Drivers ICC profiles for ColorSync for Macintosh features in Adobe color-managed workflow using Photoshop and a color-calibrated monitor will give you the most accurate colors and best output from your printer for color photos.
Page 112: 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 as described on page 126. Your image may be clipped on the left and right edges, but you can minimize clipping by sizing your image according to the paper width and by adjusting the length by adding 0.1 inch (2.54 mm) to it.
Page 113: Printing With Mac Os X 10.6 And 10.5
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. 1. Open the file you want to print and select 2.
Page 114 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Note: If you need more 3. Choose your printer from the information about print options, click the button. Note: If you don’t see the Paper Size setting in the Print window, check for it in your application before 4.
Page 115 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Also be sure to select roll paper options, as described on page 121. 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 116 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 5. If you are printing on roll paper, choose Note: If you don’t see the Orientation or Scale settings in the Print window, check for them in your application before printing. For example, you may be able to select 6.
Page 117 10. Set the option as follows: Color Select • Off (No Color Adjustment) the printer driver. Choose this mode when you use a color-managed ICC workflow in Photoshop or another software application. See page 141 for instructions. Select • Color Controls at the left in the drop-down menu: drop-down menu.
Page 118 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 11. Choose one of the following Note: The Print Quality settings available depend on the Media Type you selected. Choose a lower print quality setting for faster printing or SuperFine - 1440 dpi 12. Choose any of the following advanced options: for the best quality.
Page 119: Choosing Advanced Media Control Options
2. Select the correct settings to match your ICC profile. These settings Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Advanced Media Control this screen: override any paper configuration settings you may have made using the printer’s control panel. lets you control the ink saturation level. • Color Density •...
Page 120 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh • Paper Feed Adjustment value if you see white lines on your prints, or a higher value if you see dark lines. 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 •...
Page 121: Choosing Roll Paper Settings
Choosing Roll Paper Settings If you are printing on roll paper, make sure you choose one of the roll paper options as the you need to check these settings for various cutting and feeding options. 1. Select Normal Double 2. Choose one of the following Single Note: These settings override settings made...
Page 122 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 3. Select the following options, if desired: 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 69 for instructions on using the operate the cutter.
Page 123: 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 Auto Expand menu. You see this screen: Adjust the slider to increase or decrease the amount of expansion. The widths shown in the table on page 112 work with the Expansion setting.
Page 124: Creating A Custom Preset And Printing
Creating a Custom Preset and Printing Once you’ve made the correct settings for your print job, create a custom preset. This will save you time when you use the same profile/printer/ink/media combination for future print jobs. Note: If you check the settings on each screen 1.
Page 125: Managing Print Jobs
Managing Print Jobs After you click these steps: 1. Click the icon for your printer on the Dock. If necessary, double-click Note: If it is no longer spooling in the computer, you can also cancel a print job by pressing button on the 2.
Page 126: Printing With Mac Os X 10.4
Margins are required at the top and bottom of the page on cut sheets. Full borderless printing is available on roll paper only. application. You see this screen: drop-down menu and select your printer. Format for in your Page Setup...
Page 127 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 3. Click the drop-down menu. Paper Size If you’re printing on a cut sheet, choose the size of the paper you are • using and one of the options listed below. Then continue with step 5.
Page 128 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 4. If you are printing on roll paper, choose • Sheet - Borderless (Retain Size) specify in your application. You need to size it slightly wider than the paper width to print without side borders. •...
Page 129: Choosing Basic Print 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. 1. Select in your application. You see the screen shown below: Print 2.
Page 130 Advanced before you can select Print Settings. For more information about printer settings, click the ? button. 4. If you created a custom paper size for your roll paper, select the 5. Select the 6.
Page 131 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh 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 132: Choosing Color Management Options
In most • ColorSync cases, you will get better results by applying color management in your application, rather than in the printer driver. If you choose this setting, you can choose ColorSync choose filters or other settings.
Page 133: Choosing Paper Configuration Options
Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh • Off (No Color Adjustment) printer driver. Choose this mode when you use a color-managed ICC workflow in Photoshop or another software application. See page 141 for instructions. from the drop-down menu. You see this...
Page 134: Choosing Roll Paper Options
Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Choosing Roll Paper Options If you are printing on roll paper, make sure you choose one of the roll paper Normal options as the you need to check these settings for various cutting and feeding options. 1.
Page 135 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh extends the space between the images and trims each • Double Cut print individually. This provides the cleanest edge for borderless printing. allows images to be printed end-to-end and saves paper. • Single Cut With borderless printing, you may see a sliver of the previous or next image if you print multiple images in one print job.
Page 136: Controlling Borderless Image Expansion
Creating a Custom Preset and Printing Once you’ve made the correct settings for your print job, create a custom preset. This will save you time when you use the same profile/printer/ink/media combination for future print jobs. Note: If you check the settings on each screen in the drop-down menu, 1.
Page 137 2. After verifying that your settings are correct, select Caution: Do not open 3. Type a name for your custom preset and click and close the Presets menu without typing a 4. When you’re ready to print, click the name, or you will lose your settings.
Page 138: Managing Print Jobs
Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Managing Print Jobs After you click these steps: 1. Click the icon for your printer on the Dock. If necessary, double-click Note: If it is no longer spooling in the computer, you can also cancel a...
Page 139: Selecting The Correct Media Type Setting
Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh Selecting the Correct Media 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.
Page 140 Printing With Epson Drivers for Macintosh * Other Media Type settings in the list can be used to experiment with other For this media Enhanced Matte Posterboard Somerset Velvet (cut sheets only) paper types. Select this Media Type setting* Enhanced Matte Poster Board...
Page 141: Managing Color With Profiles
Basic profiles are installed Managing with your printer driver. For a list of the profiles and their corresponding Color With media types, see page 197 (roll paper types) or page 200 (cut sheet paper Profiles types).
Page 142 Managing Color With Profiles Note: The settings shown are suggested values. 3. Select 4. Open the photo you want to print. 5. When your image appears, evaluate the color balance and contrast. If You see this window: U.S. Prepress Defaults menu to set Settings Adobe RGB (1998)
Page 143 Pro9700_7700_PremiumSemigloss PhotoPaper250.icc Intent Rendering Intent , and click the Colorimetric Perceptual checkbox. Compensation Print with Preview , then select Color Let Photoshop Determine Colors , select a profile for your printer and setting, select Relative Black Point...
Page 144: Selecting Print Settings And Printing
3. Set the rest of the print settings you want to use (beginning on 4. Do one of the following: button, select Print Epson Stylus Pro 7700 , and select Pro 9700 Printer Settings Mac OS X 10.6 and 10.5 setting for your paper (see page 139).
Page 145: Windows Printing With A Color Profile
Note: Make sure that you select Off (No Color Adjustment) or Off (No Color Management). If you don’t, the printer driver will apply additional correction to the image data, producing inaccurate results. If you selected the wrong combination of source...
Page 146 Managing Color With Profiles Note: The settings shown are suggested values. 3. Select 4. Open the photo you want to print. 5. When your image appears, evaluate the color balance and contrast. If You see this window: U.S. Prepress Defaults menu to set Settings Adobe RGB (1998)
Page 147 Rendering Intent , and click the Colorimetric Perceptual checkbox. Compensation menu, select your page settings, and Print with Preview , then select Color Let Photoshop Determine Colors , select a profile for your printer and setting, select Relative Black Point...
Page 148: Selecting Print Settings And Printing
5. For the Mode setting, select color management settings, you’ll get unexpected results. 6. Click button, select your printer, and click Print Preferences tab is selected. Main setting for your paper (see page 88). Media Type...
Page 149: Maintaining And Transporting The Printer
The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and Pro 9700 require little maintenance to keep Chapter 6: working at their best. This chapter describes the following routine Maintaining procedures: • Transporting the Printer • • • • • • • • •...
Page 150: Printing Status Information
To check job history, press d to select • press r. For the last 10 print jobs saved in the printer, you see the ink used (in milliliters) and paper used (in square centimeters). The most recent job is saved as No. 0. When done, press the l button.
Page 151: Checking Printer Status From The Printer Driver
The Epson Status Monitor utility installed with your printer driver lets you Tip: On a Macintosh, you check the levels of ink in the printer and the level of the maintenance can also run maintenance tank(s). Follow the steps below to use the utility to check the status.
Page 152: Checking And Cleaning The Print Head
If necessary, you can run a cleaning cycle to clear the nozzles. You can also turn on Auto Nozzle Check from the printer’s control panel. The printer will then check the nozzles periodically or before each print job and clean them if necessary.
Page 153 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Windows XP: Click • Start . Right-click your printer icon and select Printers and Faxes . Click the Printing Preferences Mac OS X: Open the • EPSON Printer Utility3 folder.
Page 154: Checking And Cleaning The Print Head Using The Control Panel
Automatically Checking and Cleaning the Print Head The printer automatically checks the nozzles and cleans them if necessary. You can specify how often you want this to happen or turn this feature off. You can also have a nozzle check pattern printed on a regular basis, so you can check it yourself.
Page 155: Running Cleaning Cycles
1. Print a nozzle check to make sure the print head needs cleaning, as Caution: Don’t run a 2. Make sure the printer is ready and the red B cleaning cycle while thick media is loaded in the printer.
Page 156: Aligning The Print Head
Although you can align the print head using the printer utility software, it’s also easy to align from the printer’s control panel. This will do the most thorough job in the shortest time, and it’s all automatic. If you haven’t already done so, it’s a good idea to run a nozzle check before aligning the print head (page 154).
Page 157: Replacing Ink Cartridges
2. Press r 3. Press u or 4. Press r, then select the paper type loaded in the printer and press 5. Press l three times, then press d to select 6. Press r to select 7. Press r, then press 8.
Page 158 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). ink remains in the cartridge after the Before you start, make sure the printer is turned on. Then follow these steps: “replace cartridge” indicator comes on. 1. Note the color of the cartridge that is low or expended.
Page 159 WARNING: Do not shake the expended cartridge, or ink may leak out. If ink gets 5. Remove the expended ink cartridge from the printer. It’s a good idea to on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
Page 160 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 7. Hold the cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer. Then 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...
Page 161: Changing The Date And Time
Adjust the maximum value for roll paper tension. Run a “super strong” cleaning cycle. Return all of the printer’s control panel settings to their default values. button, then press the P power button and hold it until the printer turns on and the LCD displays MAINTENANCE MODE.
Page 162: Replacing The Paper Cutter
Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 4. To exit maintenance mode, turn off the printer by pressing the P power Replacing the Paper Cutter If you notice that your paper isn’t being cut cleanly, the cutter may need to be replaced.
Page 163 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 3. Press d until is highlighted, then press r CUTTER REPLACEMENT again. 4. Press . The paper cutter moves to the replacement position. 5. To remove the cutter cover, press in the tab and pull it down.
Page 164: 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 165 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 2. Tighten the screw using a cross-head screwdriver. 3. Align the cover, then press it in until it clicks into place. 4. Press to finish the replacement process. The cutter moves to home position. 5. Run the Cutter Adjustment from the Maintenance Menu on the control panel.
Page 166: Replacing The Maintenance Tank
(see page 154). The icon(s) show the approximate amount of space remaining in the tank(s). The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 has one maintenance tank (on the right side), and the Pro 9700 has two (one on either side). Replacement tanks are available from Epson (part number C12C890191).
Page 167 3. Grasp the handle at the bottom of the tank (on the side of 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.
Page 168: Cleaning The Printer
To keep your printer working at its best, clean it if it becomes soiled. 1. If your prints are soiled by ink on the roller, load inexpensive roll paper 2. Turn off the printer and wait until all the lights are off. Then unplug the Caution: Be careful not 3.
Page 169 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...
Page 170: Transporting Or Storing The Printer
If you are moving the printer a short distance (for example, in the same building), you can roll it on its stand (see page 172). To ship the printer a longer distance, you should repack it using the original box and packing materials.
Page 171 5. Before you remove the printer from the stand, make sure the casters are 6. Remove the two wing nuts and lock washers securing the printer to the Maintaining and Transporting the Printer removed from the print head during setup.
Page 172: Moving The Printer On The Stand
Moving the Printer on the Stand Caution: Do not roll the printer on angled or When you need to move the printer a short distance, such as within the same uneven surfaces. building, you can roll the printer on its casters.
Page 173: Setting Up The Printer After Transportation
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. Keep in mind that the first time you start printing after moving the printer, the print head nozzles may be clogged—especially if the printer hasn’t been...
Page 174 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer...
Page 175: Solving Problems
See page 151 for more information. To determine whether the problem is caused by the printer itself, print a status sheet from the control panel. See page 149 for instructions. Review the FAQs at www.proimaging.epson.com for possible solutions.
Page 176: Checking Error Messages And Lights
Response Press to cancel the print job. Change the setting in the printer driver or load different paper. Make sure the paper is flat. Make sure paper is loaded correctly. Note the error number, then turn the printer off.
Page 177 Press to clear the error and run the head cleaning utility again. If cleaning doesn’t start, cancel printing from the computer. Then turn the printer off and back on again. Select Yes and replace the cartridge (see page 157). Select Yes and replace the maintenance tank (see page 166).
Page 178 (printing continues). Not enough ink for head cleaning. Not enough ink for head cleaning, but enough for printing. A printer part may need to be replaced soon. The maintenance tank may be incorrectly installed. Response Select DECLINE and replace the ink cartridge with a genuine Epson ink cartridge;...
Page 179 Replace the maintenance tank; see page 166. Press the button to clear the error, then try cleaning again. If necessary, cancel cleaning from the computer, then restart the printer. Select YES, then follow the instructions to replace the ink cartridge.
Page 180 Paper ran out during printing. button has been pressed. The paper is not detected. The paper source selected in the printer driver and the control panel do not match. Response Select YES, then follow the instructions to replace the maintenance tank.
Page 181 Press the P power button to turn off the printer, then turn it back on. Replace the maintenance tank with a new one as soon as possible. Print the nozzle check pattern and, if there are missing dots, perform head cleaning.
Page 182: Auto Take-Up Reel Error Messages
For more information, see page 85 (Windows) or page 111 (Macintosh). Response Turn the printer off, then install the Auto Take-up Reel correctly. See page 203. Select YES to continue printing without using the Auto Take Up Reel. Or, select NO,...
Page 183 ◗ Turn off the High Speed setting. See page 108 for instructions. ◗ Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct. ◗ If you’re using cut sheet media, make sure the printable side is face up.
Page 184 ◗ Check the ink indicators and light to see if you are low on ink. (If you replace ink cartridges with the printer turned off, the ink indicators will not be accurate.) Replace ink cartridges if necessary, as described on page 157.
Page 185 ◗ If you’re using cut sheet media, make sure the printable side is face-up. ◗ Ink has leaked into the paper path. Wipe the paper path area of the printer ◗ Turn off the High Speed setting. See page 108 for instructions.
Page 186: Solving Operational Problems
Solving Problems Problem The bottom edge of your print is smeared. Solving Operational Problems If you can’t turn the printer on, if it stops printing unexpectedly, or if nothing prints, check the following: • • • • If none of these suggestions help, try the solutions below.
Page 187: Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems
Problem Solution ◗ Turn off the printer and computer. Make sure the interface cable is securely Nothing prints. ◗ Make sure the interface cable meets the requirements; see page 13 or 13. ◗ The printer port setting doesn’t match the printer connection port ◗...
Page 188 ◗ Don’t run too many applications at the same time. ◗ Turn off virtual memory. ◗ Add RAM to your system. ◗ Try printing when there is less traffic on the network, or move the printer to a different network segment. Paper...
Page 189: Solving Paper Problems
• and page 198 for paper specifications. Make sure no foreign objects are inside the paper path. • Make sure the printer isn’t located in a brightly lit area. The paper • sensors may not operate correctly. Make sure the •...
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 7700 and five for the Pro 9700.
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.
Page 192 5. Carefully pull down the jammed paper. 6. Close the front cover, if necessary. Press the P power button to turn the Caution: To avoid damaging the printer, do not touch the cables around the print head or the roller, ink absorption pad, or ink tubes.
Page 193: Solving Problems With The Optional Auto Take-Up Reel
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. and utilities that may become available.
Page 194: Macintosh Os X 10.4
Solving Problems Macintosh OS X 10.4 1. Open the 2. Double-click 3. If you want to reinstall your printer software, restart your Macintosh. Windows 1. Do one of the following: 2. Select your printer icon and click 3. If you want to reinstall your printer software, restart your computer.
Page 195: Environmental
Appendix A: Environmental Specifications Electrical Check the label on the back of your printer for voltage information. Operation 50 to 95 °F Temperature (10 to 35 °C) Print quality guarantee: 59 to 77 °F (15 to 25 °C) Humidity 20 to 80% RH...
Page 196: Dimensions And Weight
FCC part 15 subpart B, class B CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class B Maximum roll width Epson Stylus Pro 7700: 24 inches (610 mm) Epson Stylus Pro 9700: 44 inches (1118 mm) Maximum roll length Up to 147.6 feet for 2-inch cored media Up to 662.7 feet for 3-inch cored media...
Page 197: Epson Roll Paper Information And Icc Profiles
Epson Roll Paper Information and ICC Profiles Paper name Thickness Premium Glossy Photo 10 mil Paper (250) (0.27 mm) Premium Semi-gloss 10 mil Photo Paper (250) (0.27 mm) Premium Luster Photo 10 mil Paper (260) (0.27 mm) Premium Semimatte 10 mil Photo Paper (260) (0.27 mm) Premium Glossy Photo...
Page 198: Cut Sheets
Specifications Cut Sheets Epson Cut Sheet Paper Sizes Weight range 17 lb (64 g/m Size group Size name A Series Super A3/B Super A1 Super A0* US-ANSI Letter US B US C US D US E* ) bond up to posterboard Measurements ×...
Page 199 Size group Size name US-ARCH ARCH A ARCH B ARCH C ARCH D ARCH E* B Series B1 Landscape* Super B0* Photo Series — — — — — Specifications Measurements × 12 inches (229 × 305 mm) × 18 inches (305 ×...
Page 200: Epson Cut Sheet Paper Information And Icc Profiles
Specifications Note: Borderless printing on these papers is recommended on the * Epson Stylus Pro 9700 only right and left sides only. Epson Cut Sheet Paper Information and ICC Profiles Size group Size name Others — — — — — —...
Page 201: Printable Area
The borderless printing feature allows edge-to-edge printing on some media. not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and Ink Cartridges could result in printer damage. Cartridge life Yields vary considerably based on images printed,...
Page 202 Specifications...
Page 203: B Using The Optional Auto Take-Up Reel
Appendix B: Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel Note: Epson Doubleweight or Singleweight Matte paper should be wound forward. If you want to print multiple images on roll paper and have the printouts rolled up automatically, you can use the optional Auto Take-Up Reel (Epson Stylus Pro 9700 only).
Page 204: Loading Roll Paper Onto The Take-Up Reel
2. Make sure the printer is on and the 3. Make sure that the roll paper is loaded in the printer properly. For 4. Press the l button to select 5. Press the d button to feed the roll paper out of the printer.
Page 205: Winding Prints Forward
Winding Prints Forward 1. Tape the leading edge of the paper to the take-up reel core in three 2. Press the d button to feed the paper forward and create some slack. 3. Set the Note: When printing on Singleweight Matte Paper at least 24 inches wide, place the tensioner in the slack area to ensure good...
Page 206: Winding Prints Backward
Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel Winding Prints Backward 1. Wind the bottom of the roll paper around the back of the reel as shown 2. Press the d button to feed the paper forward and create some slack. 3. Set the below, then tape the leading edge of the paper to the reel in three places.
Page 207: Printing Using The Auto Take-Up Reel
2. Send a print job to the printer. When the media blocks the sensor, the 3. When you are ready to remove your prints, set the 4. Press the Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel...
Page 208: Reversing The Paper Stops For A 2-Inch Paper Reel Core
Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel 5. To remove your prints, turn the lever to unlock the reel, and then slide it 6. Remove the take-up reel core from the paper stop on both ends of the Reversing the Paper Stops for a 2-inch Paper Reel Core You can use a 2-inch roll paper core (after the paper is used up) in the auto take-up reel.
Page 209 Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel 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.
Page 210: Installing A Take-Up Reel Core
Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel 4. Reverse the paper stop so that the smaller knob is on the outside. Then Installing a Take-Up Reel Core 1. Make sure the lock lever is released. Then slide the movable paper stop pinch the knob and reinstall the paper stop on the movable unit.
Page 211 Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel 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.
Page 212 Using the Optional Auto Take-Up Reel 4. Turn the lever to the front to lock the movable unit.
Page 213: Control Panel Buttons And Lights
Turns the printer on and off Pause/reset Pauses printing temporarily Restarts printing when printing was paused In menu mode, returns the printer to READY state When held for 3 seconds, deletes the print job r Menu Accesses the printer menus...
Page 214 When no paper is loaded, displays paper loading procedures on the LCD panel When held for 3 seconds when the printer is drying ink, stops the ink drying process and ejects the paper Print head cleaning Performs cleaning for the print head (all colors).
Page 215: Lights
On: printer is turned on Flashing: printer is printing or shutting down Off: printer is turned off Pause/reset On: printer is paused, in Menu mode, or has an error Off: printer is ready Paper On: no paper is loaded, paper is out, the selected...
Page 216: Lcd Display Icons
Roll paper icons Displays when a non-default ROLL PAPER MARGIN setting is selected in the PRINTER SETUP menu; see page 217 for details Displays when the ROLL PAPER COUNTER setting is turned on in the PRINTER SETUP menu; see page 217 for details...
Page 217: Menu Setting Summary
TOP 35/BOTTOM 15 mm (3 mm left/right) 3 mm (all around) 15 mm (all around) PAPER SIZE CHECK Selects whether the printer checks to see if the width of the loaded paper matches the width selected in your print job (ON is recommended). PAPER SKEW CHECK...
Page 218 Prints a nozzle check pattern; see page 154 for details. STATUS SHEET Prints a sheet showing the status of various printer parts and settings; see page 150 for details. NETWORK STATUS Prints a sheet showing the network settings; see SHEET the on-screen Network Guide for details.
Page 219 ROLL PAPER LENGTH and ROLL LENGTH ALERT to keep track of the remaining paper. See page 61 for details. PAPER TYPE Selects the media type loaded in the printer: Photo Paper Proofing Paper Fine Art Paper...
Page 220 Control Panel Summary Menu setting Description DRYING TIME Selects a drying time for ink to avoid smearing (from 0 to 10 seconds). PAPER SUCTION Adjusts the suction pressure when printing on thin paper or backlight film. STANDARD –1 to –4 SET ROLL PAPER Raises the tension to prevent wrinkles when TENSION...
Page 221: Index
Canceling print jobs Mac OS X 10.4, 138 Mac OS X 10.6 & 10.5, 125 Windows, 107 Cartridges, see Ink cartridges Checking printer status, 149 to 152 Cleaning print head, 152 to 156, 162 printer, 168 Coarse Rendering setting, 109 Color management Mac OS X 10.4, 132 to 133,...
Page 222 Default settings, restoring, 161 to 162 Deleting print jobs Mac OS X 10.4, 138 Mac OS X 10.6 & 10.5, 125 Windows, 107 Depth of printer, 196 Diagnosing problems, 175 Dimensions of printer, 196 Documentation, how to use, 11 EDM status, checking, 150...
Page 223 Menus Custom Paper, 82 to 84, 219 to 220 Head Alignment, 157, 220 Maintenance, 156, 162, 218 Network Setup, 220 Printer Setup, 154, 217 Printer Status, 55, 150 to 151, 218 setting summary, 217 to 220 Test Print, 150, 218...
Page 224 113 to 116 non-Epson, 82 to 84 ordering, 57 printable area, 201 problems, 189 to 192 removing from printer, 70 to 72 roll, see Roll paper sizes, 196, 198 to 200 specifications, 196 to 201 suction, 83, 101, 120, 134...
Page 225 Mac OS X 10.6 & 10.5, 118 problems, 182 to 186 Windows, 88 to 89 Print speed, improving in Windows, Printable area, 201 Index Printer cable, 14, 48 checking status, 107 to 110, 149 to 152 cleaning, 168 connecting, 48 to 49...
Page 226 Mac OS X 10.6 & 10.5 settings, 121 to 122 ordering adapters, 12 printable area, 201 remaining, 61 removing from printer, 70 to 72 Save Roll Paper setting, 94, 122, tracking, 61 trim lines, 69, 96, 122, 135 Windows settings, 93 to 96...
Page 227 Stylus Pro 7700, paper basket, 27 to 33 Stylus Pro 9700, paper basket, 34 to 42 Suction, 83, 101, 120, 134 Super strong cleaning cycle, 162 Support, Epson, 13 System requirements, 13 Take-Up Reel, Auto, see Automatic Take-Up Reel, optional...
Page 228 Index...

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5 Managing Color with Profiles

6 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer

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