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Epson Stylus Pro WT7900
USER’S GUIDE
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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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television
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5 Contents Introduction Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Options and Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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6 | Contents Loading Film in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Selecting the Paper Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Setting Up Automatic Media Tracking and Identification. . . . . . . . . 48 Placing the Roll in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Loading the Film for Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Cutting Film with the Built
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Contents | 7 Checking and Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Checking the Print Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Running a Cleaning Cycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Refreshing the White Ink Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Automatically Checking and Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Aligning the Print Head. . . . . . . . . .
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8 | Contents Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Roll Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Cut Sheets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Printable Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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9 This User’s Guide provides important information on setting up and using Introduction your printer, loading paper, and replacing ink cartridges. It also tells you how to maintain your printer to keep it working at its best, and provides troubleshooting tips in case you have a problem. For additional information, see the following: Note: The CD, which • The Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of procedures for includes the Network daily use and printer maintenance—loading paper
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10 | Introduction Tip: Check the Epson Pro Options and Accessories Imaging website at ® www.proimaging.epson. Your Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 offers these optional upgrades and com for accessories and accessories: options that are currently available. Optional equipment Option Part number Epson SpectroProofer 24-inch SPECTRO24 Epson SpectroProofer 24-inch UV SPECTRO24UV One-year extended warranty for printer EPPWT79B1 Two-year extended warranty for printer EPPWT79B2 One-year extended warranty
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Introduction | 11 Where to Get Help Epson provides technical support and information on the installation, Tip: If you experience configuration, and operation of professional printing products through the SM difficulty with the Epson Preferred Limited Warranty Plan. Dial (888) 377-6611, 6 AM to toll-free line or your 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Days and hours of support are Unit ID number, call subject to change without notice. (562) 276-1305. Before you call, make sure you
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12 | Introduction 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 WT7900 weighs approximately 220 lb (100 kg). When lifting it onto the stand, make sure you have four people holding the printer (see page 21). � When setting up the printer, make sure you have enough space around it (see page 17). Leave enough space in front so you can attach the film basket. � Pla
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Introduction | 13 � 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 ampere rating. � Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s case. � Do not put your hand inside the printer during printing. � Do not move the print head by hand unless instructed to
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14 | 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 your eyes, flush them immediately with water. � Shake all ink cartridges before installing them for best results (see Caution: To prevent ink leakage, don’t shake page 88). White ink cartridges must be shaken regularly to maintain cartridges t
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Introduction | 15 Printer Parts These illustrations show the parts of the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900. Front Roll paper cover Roll paper holder Control panel Front cover Ink bay Ink bay Film Manual basket holder guide Casters Paper basket Film basket Back Optional SpectroProofer Network interface port port USB port Maintenance tank AC inlet 15
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16 | Introduction Control Panel Paper feed button (up) ™ Paper Paper release (ePlaten ) Ink Head cleaning button light and button light light Power light and OK button button Menu button Paper cut button Ink open button Paper feed button (down) LCD Pause/reset Paper source button display light and button LCD Display Platen gap Roll paper setting margin Paper Roll paper source remaining Ink cartridge Maintenance status tank status SpectroProofer availability Days until white ink Whit
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17 This chapter includes the following information: Chapter 1: � Unpacking and assembling the Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 Setting Up the Printer � Connecting the power cord � Installing ink � Connecting to your computer and a network � Installing the printer software � Updating the printer firmware � Configuring the printer for a network Unpacking and Assembling the Printer Before you begin, make sure you have sufficient space to set up and use the WARNING: Four people are required to unpack and
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18 | Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembling the Stand 1. Lift the box up and away from the shipping pallet. Then remove the box containing the stand and paper basket. 2. Unpack the stand and make sure you have all these items. Manual holder 6 Bolts Hex wrench 2 Sides 2 Wing screws with lock washers Note: Make sure you tighten all bolts before Horizontal strut moving to the next section. 3. Insert the strut into the left side as shown. (The sides are labeled L and R.) 18
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Setting Up the Printer | 19 4. Fasten the strut with 3 bolts as shown. Use the hex wrench to tighten the bolts. 19
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20 | Setting Up the Printer 5. Insert the strut into the right side and fasten it with 3 bolts as shown. 6. Lock the casters. 20
