Epson SC-P9000 Series User manual

User's Guide
CMP0044-01 EN

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Contents
Copyrights and Trademarks
Introduction
ImportantSafetyInstructions.................6
Thesymbolsontheproduct................6
When choosing a place for this product. . . . . . . . 6
Whensettingupthisproduct...............6
Whenusingthisproduct...................7
Whenhandlingtheinkcartridges............7
NoteonthisGuide.........................7
MeaningofSymbols......................7
Illustrations............................7
OperatingSystemVersions.................7
PrinterParts..............................9
Front.................................9
Back.................................10
Rollpaperadapter.......................12
Controlpanel..........................12
ScreenView...........................14
Features................................16
RealizingHighResolution.................16
SuperiorEaseofUse.....................17
VariousOptions........................17
NotesonUsageandStorage..................18
Installationspace.......................18
Noteswhenusingtheprinter...............18
Noteswhennotusingtheprinter............19
Notesonhandlinginkcartridges............19
Notesonhandlingpaper..................20
IntroducingtheSoftware....................22
SoftwareontheDisc.....................22
SoftwareontheWebsite..................25
RemoteManager........................26
StartingandClosingSoftware................26
Starting..............................26
Closing...............................26
UninstallingSoftware......................27
Windows.............................27
MacOSX.............................27
Basic Operations
LoadingandRemovingtheRollPaper..........28
LoadingRollPaper......................28
Cuttingtherollpaper....................31
RemovingRollPaper.....................32
LoadingandRemovingCutSheets.............34
Loading Cut Sheets A3 Size or Larger and
PosterBoard...........................34
LoadingCutSheetsSmallerthanA3Size......36
RemovingCutSheets....................36
CheckingandSettingthePaperType...........37
CheckingthePaperType..................37
PaperTypeSettings......................38
UsingthePaperBasket.....................39
EjectingPapertotheRear.................39
EjectingPapertotheFront................41
Storing...............................42
Using the Auto Take-up Reel Unit (SC-P9000
Series/SC-P8000SeriesOnly).................43
UsingtheControlPanel..................43
AttachingthePaper......................44
Removing Paper from the Auto Take-up Reel
Unit.................................47
BasicPrintingMethods.....................48
Printing(Windows).....................48
Printing(MacOSX).....................49
CancelingPrinting(Windows).............51
CancelingPrinting(MacOSX).............52
CancelingPrinting(fromthePrinter)........52
Printablearea............................52
RollPaperPrintableArea.................52
CutSheetsPrintableArea.................53
ChangingtheTypeofBlackInk...............54
SwitchingAutomatically..................54
SwitchingManually......................55
Turning Off the Power Using Power Off Timer
......................................56
Using the Optional Hard Disk Unit
FunctionSummary........................57
Extendedfunctions......................57
PrintJobManagement...................57
DataonaHardDisk.....................58
SavingPrintJobs..........................58
ViewingandPrintingSavedPrintJobs..........59
Using the Printer Driver(Windows)
DisplayingtheSettingsScreen................61
WiththeStartbutton....................61
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DisplayingHelp..........................62
ClicktheHelpButtontoDisplay............62
Right-click on the item you want to check and
display...............................62
CustomizingthePrinterDriver...............63
Saving various settings as your Select Settings
....................................63
AddingaPaperType....................63
Rearrangingdisplayitems.................65
SummaryoftheUtilityTab..................66
Using the Printer Driver(Mac OS X)
DisplayingtheSettingsScreen................68
DisplayingHelp..........................68
UsingPresets............................68
SavingtoPresets........................68
DeletingfromPresets....................69
UsingEpsonPrinterUtility4.................69
StartingEpsonPrinterUtility4.............69
EpsonPrinterUtility4Functions............69
Printing Varieties
Auto Color Adjustment by PhotoEnhance
(WindowsOnly)..........................71
Correctcolorandprint.....................72
PrintingBlackandWhitePhotos..............75
BorderlessPrinting........................78
TypesofBorderlessPrintingMethods........78
SupportedPaper........................78
AboutRollPaperCutting.................79
SettingProceduresforPrinting.............80
Enlarged/ReducedPrinting..................82
FittoPage/Scaletofitpapersize............83
FittoRollPaperWidth(WindowsOnly)......84
CustomScaleSetting.....................84
Multi-PagePrinting.......................86
Poster Printing (Enlarge to cover several sheets
andprint-Windowsonly)..................88
SettingProceduresforPrinting.............88
Joiningtheoutputpapertogether...........90
PrintingatNon-StandardSizes...............93
Bannerprinting(onrollpaper)...............96
LayoutManager(WindowsOnly)..............98
SettingProceduresforPrinting.............98
SavingandRecallingSettings..............100
Color Management Printing
AboutColorManagement..................101
ColorManagementPrintSettings............ 101
Settingprofiles........................ 102
Setting color management with the applications
..................................... 102
Setting color management with the printer driver
..................................... 104
Color management printing by Host ICM
(Windows)........................... 104
Color management printing by ColorSync
(MacOSX)...........................105
Color management printing by Driver
ICM(WindowsOnly)................... 105
Using the Control Panel Menu
MenuOperations........................ 108
MenuList..............................109
Maintenancemenu..................... 109
PrintQueuesmenu.....................109
Papermenu.......................... 110
PrinterSetupMenu.....................111
PrinterStatusMenu.................... 111
OptionSetupMenu.....................112
NetworkSetupMenu................... 112
PreferencesMenu...................... 113
AdministratorMenu....................113
MenuDescriptions....................... 114
Maintenance..........................114
PrintQueues..........................115
Paper............................... 116
PrinterSetup..........................120
PrinterStatus......................... 121
OptionSetup......................... 122
NetworkSetup........................ 122
Preferences...........................123
AdministratorMenu....................123
Maintenance
PrintHeadMaintenance................... 125
MaintenanceOperations................. 125
Checkingforcloggednozzles..............126
Cleaningtheprinthead..................127
Adjusting print misalignments (Head
Alignment)...........................129
ReplacingConsumables....................133
ReplacingInkCartridges.................133
ReplacingMaintenanceBoxes............. 134
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ReplacingtheCutter.................... 135
CleaningthePrinter...................... 137
Cleaningtheoutside.................... 137
Cleaningtheinside..................... 137
Problem Solver
What to do When a Message is Displayed. . . . . . . 139
SpectroProoferError......................142
When a Maintenance Call/Service Call Occurs. . . 143
Troubleshooting......................... 145
You cannot print (because the printer does not
work)............................... 145
The printer sounds like it is printing, but
nothingprints.........................147
Theprintsarenotwhatyouexpected........147
Feedingorejectingproblems..............150
Others.............................. 153
Appendix
OptionsandConsumableProducts........... 156
EpsonSpecialMedia.................... 156
Inkcartridges......................... 156
Others.............................. 158
SupportedMedia.........................159
EpsonSpecialMediaTable............... 159
SupportedCommerciallyAvailablePaper.....176
Before Printing on Commercially Available
Paper............................... 177
Notes When Moving or Transporting the Printer
..................................... 180
NotesWhenMovingthePrinter........... 180
NotesonTransporting.................. 180
Noteswhenreusingtheprinter............ 181
SystemRequirements..................... 182
System Requirements of the Printer Driver. . . . 182
SpecificationsTable.......................183
StandardsandApprovals.................184
Where To Get Help
TechnicalSupportWebSite.................186
ContactingEpsonSupport..................186
BeforeContactingEpson.................186
HelpforUsersinNorthAmerica...........187
HelpforUsersinEurope.................187
HelpforUsersinAustralia............... 187
HelpforUsersinSingapore...............188
HelpforUsersinThailand................188
HelpforUsersinVietnam................188
HelpforUsersinIndonesia...............188
HelpforUsersinHongKong..............189
HelpforUsersinMalaysia................189
HelpforUsersinIndia.................. 189
HelpforUsersinthePhilippines........... 190
Software License Terms
OPENSOURCESOFTWARELICENSE.......191
Bonjour............................. 192
OtherSoftwareLicenses................... 197
Info-ZIPcopyrightandlicense.............197
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Introduction
Important Safety
Instructions
Read all of these instructions before using the printer.
Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the printer.
The symbols on the product
The symbols on this Epson product are used in order to
ensure safety and proper use of the product and to
prevent danger to customers and other persons, and
property damage.
The symbols indicate the meaning below. Be sure that
you completely understand the meaning of symbols on
this product before using it.
Stand-by
When choosing a place for this
product
❏Place this product on a flat, stable surface that is
larger than this product. This product will not
operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
❏Avoid places subject to rapid changes in
temperature and humidity. Also keep it away from
direct sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
❏Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
❏Keep this product away from dusty areas.
❏Place this product near a wall outlet where the plug
can be easily unplugged.
When setting up this product
❏Do not block or cover the openings in this product’s
cabinet.
❏Do not insert objects through the slots. Take care
not to spill liquid on this product.
❏This product’s power cord is for use with this
product only. Use with other equipment may result
in fire or electric shock.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded
power outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same
circuit as copiers or air control systems that
regularly switch on and off.
❏Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches
or automatic timers.
❏Keep the entire computer system away from
potential sources of electromagnetic interference,
such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless
telephones.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the
product’s label.
❏Use only the power cord that comes with this
product. Use of another cord may result in fire or
electric shock.
❏Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏If you use an extension cord with this product,
make sure the total ampere rating of the 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 attempt to service this product yourself.
❏Unplug this product and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has
entered the product; the product has been dropped
or the cabinet damaged; the product does not
operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
❏If you plan to use the printer in Germany, observe
the following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for this printer, the
building installation must be protected by a 10 or 16
amp circuit breaker.
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❏If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or
consult a qualified electrician. If there are fuses in
the plug, make sure you replace them with fuses of
the correct size and rating.
When using this product
❏Do not put your hand inside this product or touch
the ink cartridges during printing.
❏Do not move the print heads by hand; otherwise
you may damage this product.
❏Always turn the product off using the Power button
on the control panel. When this button is pressed,
the Power light flashes briefly then goes off. Do not
unplug the power cord or turn off the product until
the Power light stops flashing.
When handling the ink
cartridges
❏Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and
do not drink.
❏If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and
water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately
with water.
❏Before installing the new ink cartridge in the
printer, shake it back and forth horizontally in five
centimeter movements about 15 times within five
seconds.
❏Use the ink cartridge before the date printed on its
package.
❏Use up the ink cartridge within six months of
installation for best results.
❏Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill
them. This could damage the print head.
❏Do not touch the IC chip on the side of the cartridge.
This may affect normal operation and printing.
❏The IC chip on this ink cartridge retains a variety of
cartridge-related information, such as the ink
cartridge status, so that the cartridge may be
removed and reinserted freely. 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. Note that
there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers
or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent
the ink from staining items that the cartridge
touches. Do not touch the ink supply port or
surrounding area.
Note on this Guide
Meaning of Symbols
Warning: Warnings must be followed to
avoid serious bodily injury.
Caution: Cautions must be followed to
avoid damage to this product or
bodily injury.
c
Important: Important contains important
information on the operation of
this product.
Note: Notes contain useful or
additional information on the
operation of this product.
Illustrations
Unless otherwise noted, the illustrations in this
documentation show the SC-P9000 Series.
Unless otherwise noted, the computer screenshots show
the violet inkset being used with the SC-P9000 Series.
Operating System Versions
In this documentation, the following abbreviations are
used.
Windows refers to Windows 8.1, 8, 7, Vista and XP.
❏Windows 8.1 refers to Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1
Pro, and Windows 8.1 Enterprise.
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❏Windows 8 refers to Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro,
and Windows 8 Enterprise.
❏Windows 7 refers to Windows 7 Home Basic,
Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7
Professional, and Windows 7 Ultimate.
❏Windows Vista refers to Windows Vista Home
Basic Edition, Windows Vista Home Premium
Edition, Windows Vista Business Edition,
Windows Vista Enterprise Edition, and Windows
Vista Ultimate Edition.
❏Windows XP refers to Windows XP Home Edition,
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, and
Windows XP Professional.
❏Windows Server 2012 refers to Windows Server
2012 Essentials Edition, Server 2012 standard
Edition.
❏Windows Server 2008 refers to Windows Server
2008 Standard Edition and Windows Server 2008
Enterprise Edition.
❏Windows Server 2008 x64 refers to WindowsServer
2008 x64 Standard Edition, Windows Server 2008
x64 Enterprise Edition, Windows Server 2008 R2
Standard Edition, and Windows Server 2008 R2
Enterprise Edition.
❏Windows Server 2003 refers to Windows Server
2003 Standard Edition and Windows Server 2003
Enterprise Edition.
❏Windows Server 2003 x64 refers to WindowsServer
2003 x64 Standard Edition and Windows Server
2003 x64 Enterprise Edition.
Mac OS X
In this manual, "Mac OS X" is used to refer to "OS X
Yosemite", "OS X Mavericks", "OS X Mountain Lion",
"OS X Lion", and "Mac OS X v10.6.8".
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Printer Parts
Front
AFront cover
Open this cover when cleaning the printer or clearing jams.
BInk covers (on the left and right)
Open when installing ink cartridges. Press the button on the control panel to open by 5 mm.
U“Replacing Ink Cartridges” on page 133
CPaper basket
Output from the printer collects in this basket, keeping the media clean and free of creases.
U“Using the Paper Basket” on page 39
DCasters
There are two casters on each leg. The casters are normally kept locked once the printer is in place.
EPaper support
Use this to control the paper eject direction for the roll paper.
FManual box
Holds the manual for the printer. This can be installed on the left or on the right.
GControl panel
U“Control panel” on page 12
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HPaper feed slot
Insert the paper into this slot.
U“Loading and Removing the Roll Paper” on page 28
U“Loading and Removing Cut Sheets” on page 34
IRoll paper cover
Open to load roll paper.
JAdapter holder
The roll paper adapter is placed in this holder when loading the roll paper.
Back
AMaintenance Box
Absorbs waste ink. The SC-P9000 Series/SC-P8000 Series has one on the left and one on the right, and the
SC-P7000 Series/SC-P6000 Series has one on the right.
U“Replacing Maintenance Boxes” on page 134
BUSB port
Connects the USB cable.
COption port
Connects the optional SpectroProofer mounter or Auto Take-up Reel Unit (for the SC-P9000 Series/SC-P8000
Series only).
DLAN port
Connects the LAN cable.
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EData light
The network connection status and data reception are indicated by a lit or flashing light.
On : Connected.
Flashing : Receiving data.
FStatus light
The color indicates the network transmission speed.
Off : 10Base-T
Red : 100Base-TX
Green : 1000Base-T
GAC inlet
Connect the supplied power cable here.
HOption slot
Connects the optional hard disk unit.
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Roll paper adapter
Use the supplied roll paper adapter when loading roll
paper onto the printer.
U“Loading and Removing the Roll Paper” on
page 28
ASize lever
Position according to the size of the roll core.
BAdapter lock lever
Lift to unlock, lower to lock. Unlock when attaching
roll paper to the adapter, lock once the roll is
attached.
Control panel
APower light
The printer’s operational status is indicated by a lit or
flashing light
On : The power is on.
Flashing : The printer is receiving data or cleaning the
print head or performing other operations
in the course of being shut down.
Off : The power is off.
BPower button P
Turns the printer on or off.
CPause/Cancel button W
❏The printer enters pause status if this is pressed while
printing. To release the pause status, press the W
button again, or select Pause Cancel on the screen
and then press the Zbutton. To cancel print jobs
being processed, select Job Cancel on the screen and
then press the Zbutton.
❏Pressing this button while a menu is displayed closes
the menu and returns the printer to ready status.
DPause light
Indicates whether or not the printer is ready.
On : Cannot print. (The printer is paused, a job
is being canceled, a menu is displayed, an
error has occurred, and so on.)
Off : Ready to print.
EScreen
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Displays the printer's status, menus, error messages,
and so on.
U“Screen View” on page 14
U“What to do When a Message is Displayed” on
page 139
FOpen ink cover button
Press to open the ink cover when replacing the ink
cartridges and so on. When you select the ink cover
you want to open, the ink cover opens approximately
5 mm when you press the Zbutton.
Button operations are disabled while printing or
cleaning.
GPaper source button l
❏If this is pressed before loading paper, the Paper
Source screen is displayed, and you can select roll
paper or cut sheets.
❏If this is pressed while a menu is displayed, you are
returned to the previous menu.
HPaper feed button u/d
❏When roll paper is loaded, press the dbutton to feed
the roll paper. Press the ubutton to rewind. Keep the
dbutton pressed to feed the paper up to 3 m. Keep the
ubutton pressed to rewind the paper up to 20 cm.
❏If this is pressed while pressure roller is released, you
can adjust the strength of the paper suction for the
loading path in three stages.
❏If you press dwhen the thickness of the loaded cut
sheets is less than 0.5 mm, the paper is fed and the
printer is ready to print.
U“Loading and Removing Cut Sheets” on
page 34
❏Press dto eject paper when cut sheets are loaded.
U“Removing Cut Sheets” on page 36
❏Press to select menu items and parameter when a
menu is displayed.
IMenu button r
❏If this is pressed when the printer's menu can be
changed (the printer is ready to print or there is no
paper), the Settings menu is displayed.
U“Using the Control Panel Menu” on page 108
❏If this is pressed while a menu is displayed, you are
taken to the next menu.
JPaper cut button X
It is used to manually cut roll paper using the built-in
cutter.
U“Manual cut method” on page 32
KLoad paper button Y
❏Locksorreleasesthe pressure roller. When you want to
load paper, press once to release the lock, and then
adjust the paper to the loading position. Press again to
feed the paper and the printer is ready to print.
❏If this is pressed when Remaining Setup is set to On in
the Paper menu, a barcode is printed on the edge of
the roll paper, and the pressure roller is released.
LLoad paper light
The status of the pressure roller is indicated by
whether the light is on or off.
On : The pressure roller is released. When the
light is on, printing cannot be performed.
Off : The pressure roller is locked.
MOK button
❏If this is pressed while a parameter is selected from the
Menu, the parameter is set or executed.
❏If this is pressed when no paper is loaded, the Paper
Loading Method menu is displayed. When the paper
type is selected, you can check the loading method.
❏If this is pressed while drying ink ora color chart, drying
is canceled.
NChange black ink button
❏Changes the type of black ink.
U“Changing the Type of Black Ink” on page 54
❏If this is pressed when the paper setting name or the
password entry screen is displayed, you can change
the type of letters.
OInk check light
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The ink status is indicated by a lit or flashing light.
On : Indicates errors such as an installed ink
cartridge is expended, an ink cartridge
is not installed, or a wrong ink cartridge
is installed. Check the contents of the
error on the control panel's screen.
Flashing : The ink is low. We recommend
replacing the ink cartridge as soon as
possible because the ink may be
expended while printing.
Off : No error.
PPaper check light
The paper status is indicated by a lit or flashing light.
On : Indicates an error such as there is no
paper or that the paper differs to the
paper setting. Check the contents of the
error on the control panel's screen.
Flashing : Indicates an error such as a paper jam or
that the paper has skewed. Check the
contents of the error on the control
panel's screen.
Off : No error.
Screen View
1. Messages
Displays the printer's status, operations, and error
messages.
U“What to do When a Message is Displayed” on
page 139
U“Using the Control Panel Menu” on page 108
2. Paper Source
The settings for Paper Source (roll paper or cut sheets)
and Auto Cut for roll paper are indicated by the icons in
the following table.
The paper name selected in Paper Type is displayed on
the right of the icon. When Custom Paper is selected, a
number is displayed on the paper icon.
U“Paper” on page 116
Icon Explanation
Prints on roll paper. The paper is cut
automatically after printing one page.
Prints on roll paper. Auto cut is not
performed.
Prints on cut sheets.
3. Platen Gap
Displays the Platen Gap settings.
U“Custom Paper Setting” on page 117
U“Printer Setup” on page 120
Icon Explanation
Standard is selected
Narrow is selected
Wide is selected
Wider is selected
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Icon Explanation
Widest is selected
4.Roll Paper Margin
Displays the value set for Roll Paper Margin.
❏Auto: Standard is set
❏15mm: Top15mm/Bottom15mm is set
❏35/15mm: Top35mm/Bottom15mm is set
❏150/15mm: Top150mm/Bottom15mm is set
❏3mm: 3mm is set
❏15mm: 15mm is set
U“Paper” on page 116
5. Approximate amount of ink remaining for each
color
Displays the amount of ink remaining for each color.
Ink codes
SC-P9000 Series/SC-P7000 Series
CCyan
OR Orange
YYellow
LC Light Cyan
MK Matte Black
PK Photo Black
VM Vivid Magenta
LK Light Black
GR Green
LLK/V
*
Light Light Black/Violet
VLM Vivid Light Magenta
* The display differs depending on the inksets being used.
SC-P8000 Series/SC-P6000 Series
CCyan
YYellow
SC-P8000 Series/SC-P6000 Series
LC Light Cyan
MK Matte Black
PK Photo Black
VM Vivid Magenta
LK Light Black
LLK Light Light Black
VLM Vivid Light Magenta
Ink remaining (using Cyan as an example)
Icon Ink Remaining in Cartridge
No error. The height of the indicator
changes with the level of ink remaining.
Ink is low. You need to prepare a new ink
cartridge.
Ink cartridge is expended; replace with a
new ink cartridge.
An error occurred. Check the message on
the screen, and clear the error.
6. Usage status of optional item
Displays the availability of optional item.
Nothing is displayed when the item is not connected.
Auto take-up reel unit
*
* Only SC-P9000 Series/SC-P8000 Series are supported
Icon Status
Available
Not Available
SpectroProofer Mounter 24"/44"
Icon Status
Available
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Icon Status
Not Available
Hard disk unit
Icon Status
Available
Communicating
Not Available
7. Usage status of black ink
Displays the selected black ink.
8. Approximate space in Maintenance Box
Displays the approximate amount of space in the
Maintenance Box.
For the SC-P9000 Series/SC-P8000 Series there are two
icons, and for the SC-P7000 Series/SC-P6000 Series
there is one icon.
Icon Space in Maintenance Box
No error. The height of the indicator
corresponds to the amount of space.
The Maintenance Box is nearing the end of
its service life. You need to prepare a new
Maintenance Box.
Maintenance Box is at the end of its service
life. Replace the Maintenance Box with a
new one.
9. Roll paper remaining
When Remaining Setup is set to On in the Paper menu,
the amount of roll paper remaining is displayed. When
the length remaining falls below the value set in Set
Alert Length, a appears above the icon to warn you
that the printer is nearing the end of the roll.
U“Paper” on page 116
Features
The main features of this printer are described below.
Realizing High Resolution
The newly developed ink technology provides high
definition for photo, fine art, and proofing paper.
Pigmented inks with superior
resistance
Pigment inks maintain more beautiful and more vibrant
prints over a long period of time with their high light
fastness. They are also extremely fade-resistant and can
be safely displayed in direct sunlight. Additionally, the
high water and ozone resistance is not only ideal for
photo printing, but also allows for store displays and
banners, outdoor displays of posters and so on. When
you are printing for outdoor use, use lamination
processing.
Two types of black ink with maximum
black density (Dmax)
By automatically switching to suit the paper type being
used, the two types of black ink provided are Photo
Black which realizes a smooth, professional finish on
glossy paper, and Matte Black which increases black
optical density using matte paper. The maximum
density (Dmax) improves on previous black inks and
brings out delicate tone differences in gradations.
U“Changing the Type of Black Ink” on page 54
Multi-colored ink variation
Choosesbetweentwosetsof10colorinkstosuit
your use (SC-P9000 Series/SC-P7000 Series)
The following shows the two types of ink sets available
for Epson UltraChrome HDX (SC-P9000 Series/
SC-P7000 Series). The ink set cannot be changed once it
has begun to be used.
❏Light Light Black inkset ideal for gradations
Three types of black ink density, Photo Black, Light
Black and Light Light Black, allows you to bring out
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delicate tone differences in black-and-white
images.
In addition, the other seven colors, including
Orange and Green, realize superior color
reproduction creating bright and vivid images in
green to yellow and yellow to red.
❏Violet inkset providing a wide range of color
reproduction
As well as Orange and Green, this set comes with
eight color inks including the newly developed
Violet. By realizing superior color reproduction
creating bright and vivid images in green to yellow
and yellow to red, as well as deep shades of blue, we
have achieved the industry's best PANTONE cover
ratio.
Basic eight color inks including three types of
black (SC-P8000 Series/SC-P6000 Series)
The Epson UltraChrome HD (SC-P8000 Series/
SC-P6000 Series) ink realizes delicate tone differences
in black-and-white images using three types of black ink
density, Photo Black, Light Black, and Light Light Black,
in addition to five basic color inks for photo and
proofing.
Superior Ease of Use
Spindle-free roll paper adapter
makes loading roll paper a snap
The lack of a spindle makes it possible to load and
remove roll paper even in environments where space is
at a premium. To load roll paper, simply place it on the
top of the printer and attach roll paper adapters to both
ends.
U“Loading Roll Paper” on page 28
Improved color adjustment function
(Epson Color Calibration Utility)
The Epson Color Calibration Utility software provided
on the software disc supplied allows you to easily
perform color calibration using the printer's built-in
sensors.
Adjust all prints with one calibration
By saving the calibration data to the printer, you do not
need to perform calibration for every paper type or
mode. Also, you do not need to make individual
calibrations when sharing the printer with multiple
users.
Perform color management for multiple printers
You can perform color management for multiple
printers that are the same model and use the same
inkset.
See the Epson Color Calibration Utility manual for
details.
Improved energy efficiency with
sleep mode and Power Off Timer
When no print jobs are being handled, or when no
operation has been performed for some time, the printer
enters sleep mode to reduce power consumption.
Furthermore, if the Power Off Timer function is
enabled, the printer can automatically switch off to
avoid wasting electricity. This function works if no print
jobs are received and no operations are carried out on
the control panel while the printer is not in an error
status for a specified duration of time.
U“Turning Off the Power Using Power Off Timer” on
page 56
Various Options
Optimized printing (Hard disk unit)
When the hard disk unit is installed, print jobs can be
saved, queued, and reprinted. Saved print jobs can also
be printed from the printer's control panel. This reduces
the time from starting your computer and printing from
an application, as well as allowing you to reprint quickly.
U“Using the Optional Hard Disk Unit” on
page 57
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Automatic color management
(SpectroProofer mounter)
With the SpectroProofer Mounter 24"/44" installed, you
can perform printing, drying, and color measurement
operations in sequence on roll paper. Another optional
color measurement device ILS30EP can be used for a
variety of color measurement conditions including the
new M1 standard. (Supports M0/M1/M2)
Also, the 44" model is up to two times faster than
conventional models, provides more accurate readings
with the addition of a function to prevent misaligned
measurement position, and realizes savings by reducing
the amount of paper used to print charts by half of the
conventional model ratio.
To use this you need commercially available RIP
software.
Efficient continuous printing on roll
paper (Auto take-up reel unit)
When using the optional auto take-up reel unit with the
SC-P9000 Series/SC-P8000 Series, roll paper can be
automatically wound up after printing for efficient
continuous printing.
U“Using the Auto Take-up Reel Unit (SC-P9000
Series/SC-P8000 Series Only)” on page 43
Notes on Usage and
Storage
Installation space
Make sure that you secure a space of at least 300 mm
around the entire printer, clear of any other objects, so
that paper ejection and consumable replacement are not
obstructed.
See the “Specifications Table” for the external
dimensions of the printer.
U“Specifications Table” on page 183
Notes when using the printer
Note the following points when using this printer to
avoid breakdowns, malfunctions, and print quality
decline.
❏When using the printer, observe the operating
temperature and humidity range described in the
"Specifications Table".
U“Specifications Table” on page 183
Even when the conditions above are met, you may
not be able to print properly if the environmental
conditions are not suitable for the paper. Be sure to
use the printer in an environment where the paper's
requirements are met. For more details, see the
documentation supplied with the paper.
Also, when operating in dry areas, air conditioned
environment, or under direct sunlight, maintain
the appropriate humidity.
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❏Do not install the printer next to heat sources or
directly in the path of air from a ventilator or air
conditioner. Failure to observe this precaution
could result in the print head nozzles drying and
clogging.
❏The print head may not be capped (i.e., may not
move to the right-hand side) if an error occurs and
the printer is turned off without first resolving the
error. Capping is a function for automatically
covering the print head with a cap (lid) to prevent
the print head from drying out. In this case, turn on
the power and wait a while until capping is
performed automatically.
❏When the power is on, do not remove the power
plug or cut the power at the breaker. The print head
may not be capped properly. In this case, turn on the
power and wait a while until capping is performed
automatically.
❏Even when the printer is not in use, some ink will be
consumed by head cleaning and other maintenance
operations needed to keep the print head in good
condition.
Notes when not using the printer
If you are not using it, note the following points when
storing the printer. If it is not stored correctly, you may
not be able to print properly the next time it is used.
❏If you do not print for a long time, the print head
nozzles may become clogged. We recommend that
you print once a week to prevent the print head
from clogging.
❏The roller may leave an impression on paper that is
left in the printer. This can also cause wavy or curled
paper resulting in paper feeding problems or the
print head could be scratched. Remove any paper
when storing.
❏Store the printer after confirming that the print
head has been capped (the print head is positioned
at the far right). If the print head is left uncapped for
a long time, the print quality may decline.
Note:
If the print head is not capped, turn the printer on, and
then turn it off.
❏To prevent the accumulation of dust and other
foreign matter in the printer, close all covers before
placing it in storage.
If the printer will be not be used for an extended
period, protect it with an anti-static cloth or other
cover.
The print head nozzles are very small, and they can
become clogged easily if fine dust gets on the print
head, and you may not be able to print properly.
❏When turned on after an extended period of disuse,
the printer may automatically perform head
cleaning to ensure print quality.
U“Timer Cleaning” on page 125
Notes on handling ink cartridges
Note the following points when handling ink cartridges
to maintain good print quality.
❏The supplied ink cartridges and Maintenance Box
are for use during the initial charging. The supplied
ink cartridges and Maintenance Box will be require
replacement relatively quickly.
❏We recommend that ink cartridges be stored at
room temperature out of direct sunlight and used
before the expiry date printed on the packaging.
❏For optimum print quality, we recommend using
up ink within six months after installing in the
printer.
❏Ink cartridges that have been stored at low
temperatures for an extended period should be
allowed to return to room temperature over a
period of four hours.
❏Do not touch the IC chips on the ink cartridges. You
may not be able to print properly.
❏Install all ink cartridges into each slot. You cannot
print if any of the slots are empty.
❏Do not leave the printer without ink cartridges
installed. The ink in the printer may dry, preventing
it from printing as expected. Leave ink cartridges in
all slots even while you do not use the printer.
❏The ink level and other data are stored in the IC
chip, allowing cartridges to be used after being
removed and replaced.
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❏To avoid getting dirt on the ink supply port, store
the removed ink cartridge properly. The ink supply
port has a valve in it so it does not need to be capped.
❏Removed ink cartridges may have ink around the
ink supply port, so be careful not to get any ink on
the surrounding area when removing the
cartridges.
❏To maintain the quality of the print head, this
printer stops printing before ink cartridges are
completely expended.
❏Although the ink cartridges may contain recycled
materials, this does not affect printer function or
performance.
❏Do not dismantle or remodel ink cartridges. You
may not be able to print properly.
❏Do not drop or knock ink cartridges against hard
objects; otherwise, the ink may leak.
Notes on handling paper
Note the following points when handling and storing
the paper. If the paper is not in good condition, print
quality may decline.
Check the documentation supplied with each paper.
Notes on Handling
❏Use Epson special media under normal room
conditions (temperature: 15 to 25˚C, humidity: 40
to 60%).
❏Do not fold the paper or scratch the surface of the
paper.
❏Avoid touching the printable surface of the paper
with your bare hands. Moisture and oils from your
hands can affect print quality.
❏Handle paper by the edges. We recommend
wearing cotton gloves.
❏Changes in temperature and humidity may cause
paper to become wavy or curled. Check the
following points.
❏Insert the paper just before printing.
❏Do not use wavy or warped paper.
For roll paper, cut off any parts that are wavy or
curled, and then load the paper again.
For cut sheets, use new paper.
❏Do not wet the paper.
❏Do not throw away the paper packaging as you can
use it for storing the paper.
❏Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight,
excessive heat, or humidity.
❏Keep cut sheets in their original package after
opening, and keep them in a flat place.
❏Remove roll paper that is not in use from the
printer. Rewind it correctly and then store it in the
original packaging that came with the roll paper. If
you leave the roll paper in the printer for a long
time, its quality may decline.
Notes on handling printed paper
To maintain long lasting, high quality print results, note
the following points.
❏Do not rub or scratch the printed surface. If they are
rubbed or scratched, the ink may peel off.
❏Do not touch the printed surface; Failure to observe
this precaution may cause ink to rub off.
❏Make sure the print outs are completely dry before
folding of stacking; otherwise, the color may change
where they touch (leaves a mark). These marks will
disappear if they are separated immediately and
dried; however, they will remain if not separated.
❏If you put the print outs in an album before they are
completely dry, they may be blurred.
❏Do not use a dryer to dry the print outs.
❏Avoid direct sunlight.
❏Prevent color distortion while displaying or storing
the print outs by following the instructions in the
paper's documentation.
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