Epson Stylus Pro 5000 User manual

User’s Guide Update
The following additional procedures are necessary
when loading paper in the paper tray as described in
your EPSON Stylus Pro 5000’s Setup Guide Chapter 3
and Reference Guide Chapter 2.
❑After opening the paper tray cover, lift the paper
guide roller before loading paper or pulling out
the paper tray extension.
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❑Set the roller position to match the paper size you
are loading by sliding the switch. Set the roller to
“Other” when loading paper other than A3 or
Ledger size.
❑After paper is loaded, put the paper guide roller
back in the paper tray.
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Where to Find Information
This Setup Guide
Provides you with the basic information you need to start using
your EPSON Stylus Pro 5000 and its optional and consumable
products.
Reference Guide
Provides you with detailed information about printing on
special paper, the printer driver, printer utilities, and tips that
will help you get results you want.
Online Help (Microsoft®Windows®3.1x, 95, and NT®only)
Provides you with detailed information and instructions on the
Windows-based printer software that controls your printer.
(Online help will be automatically installed when you install
the printer software.) See Chapter 3 of your Reference Guide for
information on accessing online help.
Color Guide
Color Guide explains the ABC’s of color printing and shows
you how to get impressive results from your printer.
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Color Ink Jet Printer
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,
recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this
EPSON printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to
other printers.
Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of
this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the
purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or
unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.)
failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION’s operating and
maintenance instructions.
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising
from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as
Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.
EPSON and EPSON ESC/P are registered trademarks and EPSON ESC/P Raster and
EPSON Stylus are trademarks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be
trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 1997by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.
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Contents
Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1
A few precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3
ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4
For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4
Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Printer
Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
When using your printer with a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
When using your printer with a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Options and Consumable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Consumable products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Chapter 2 Getting Started
Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Choosing a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Using a printer stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Installing the Paper Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Plugging In the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Installing the Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Connecting the Printer to Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Installing the Printer Software in Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Installing in Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 . . . . . . . 2-11
Using your printer on a network with Windows 95 . . . . 2-16
Installing in Windows NT 4.0 for use on a network . . . . 2-18
Installing in Windows 3.1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
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Connecting the Printer to Your Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Using the built-in serial interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24
Using an optional EPSON interface card . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Installing the Printer Software in Your Macintosh . . . . . . . . 2-26
Installing the printer software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26
Printer software components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28
Assigning a name to the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30
Using the Chooser to select your printer . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30
Chapter 3 Starting to Print
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Printing From Windows-Based Applications . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Printing From Macintosh-Based Applications . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Chapter 4 Installing Options and Memory Modules
Installing the Optional 250 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette . . . . . 4-2
Moving the printer with the paper cassette attached . . . . 4-5
Using the 250 Sheet Paper Trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Using Interface Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Installing optional interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Installing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Index
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Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
❑Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a
radiator or heat source.
❑Place the printer on a flat surface. The printer will not
operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
❑Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet.
Do not insert objects through the slots.
❑Use only the type of power source indicated on the
printer’s label.
❑Connect all equipment to properly grounded power
outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as
photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch
on and off.
❑Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❑If you use an extension cord with the printer, 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.
❑Unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with a damp
cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the printer.
❑Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not
attempt to service the printer yourself.
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❑Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered
the printer; if the printer has been dropped or the cabinet
damaged; if the printer does not operate normally or
exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
❑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 16 Amp circuit breaker.
Bei Anschluß des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muß
sichergestellt werden, daß die Gebäudeinstallation mit
einem 16 A-Überstromschalter abgesichert ist.
A few precautions
Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure to
read through the following list of precautions before operating
your ink jet printer.
❑Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the ink
cartridges during printing.
❑Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise you may
damage the printer.
❑Under normal circumstances, ink will not come out of the
cartridges. If it does get on your skin, wash it off with soap
and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately
with water.
❑Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.
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❑Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them.
This could result in damage to the print head.
❑Once you install an ink cartridge, do not lift up the ink
cartridge clamp or remove the cartridge except to replace it
with a new one. The cartridge may become unusable
otherwise.
❑Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it
from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long
time before use may result in reduced print quality.
❑Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the
cartridge carton. For best results, use up the ink cartridges
within six months of installing them.
❑Do not shake an ink cartridge; this can cause leakage.
❑Always turn the printer off using the
P
Operate button.
When this button is pressed, the
P
Operate light flashes
briefly then goes out. Do not unplug the printer or turn off
the power to the outlet until the
P
Operate light is off.
❑Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is
in the far right position and the ink cartridges are removed.
See the Reference Guide for details.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
wWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
cCautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation
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ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY
STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is
a voluntary partnership with the computer and office
equipment industry to promote the introduction of
energy-efficient personal computers, monitors, printers, fax
machines, and copiers in an effort to reduce air pollution
caused by power generation.
For United Kingdom Users
Use of options
Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or
problems arising from the use of any options or consumable
products other than those designated as Original EPSON
Products or EPSON Approved Products by Epson (UK)
Limited.
Safety information
wWarning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate
for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to
the supply voltage.
Important: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance
are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow — Earth
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live
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If you have to fit a plug:
As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not
match coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a
plug, please proceed as follows:
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal
in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the Earth
symbol (
G
).
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a
qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
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Chapter 1
Getting to Know Your Printer
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Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
When using your printer with a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
When using your printer with a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Options and Consumable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Consumable products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
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Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions
paper tray
edge guide
printer cover front manual feed slot
paper size lever
control panel
ink cartridge
clamps
paper tray cover extension
media type lever
quick
reference
ink cartridge
compartment
ink cartridge
compartment door
kh5-1
paper path cover
rear manual feed slot
rear manual feed
slot cover
optional interface
cover
interface board
unit
parallel
interface
serial
interface
left edge guide
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paper tray extension
release lever
left edge guide
paper tray
extension
front edge guide
print head
kh5-2
Cleaning
button
yellow ink out light
black ink out light
cyan ink out light
Operate light
magenta ink out light
paper out light
(paper tray)
paper out light (manual feed slots)
Reset
button
Operate button
paper out light
(optional lower
paper tray)
Eject
button
panel
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Buttons
Button Function
P
Operate Turns the printer on and off.
Reset Clears print data in the printer memory if pressed and
held for three seconds.
Cleaning Cleans the print head (when the ink out lights are off) if
pressed and held for three seconds.
Eject When paper is not loaded, loads and ejects paper.
When paper is loaded, ejects paper.
If a paper mismatch error occurs, continues printing.
Lights
The lights on the front of the printer indicate the printer status,
such as receiving data, paper jam, or low on ink. The following
table describes what the lights mean.
P
H
Z [[
* Printer status
N
----
Printer is on.
F
----
Receiving data, charging ink, or cleaning
the print head.
-
F
---
Ink low. The ink cartridge (whose
corresponding ink out light is flashing) is
nearly empty. Prepare a replacement ink
cartridge for that color.
-
N
---
Ink out or the ink cartridge not installed. The ink
cartridge (whose corresponding inkoutlight is
on) is empty or not installed. Replace or install
the ink cartridge.
--
N
--
Paper out. Load paper in the front or rear
manual feed slot.
---
N
-
Paper out, paper does not feed, or the
paper tray is not installed. Load paper in the
standard paper tray, or remove the paper,
fan it, and reload it if it is already loaded. If
the paper tray is not installed, install it and
make sure paper is loaded.
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P
H
Z [[
* Printer status
----
N
Paper out, paper does not feed, or the lower
paper tray is not installed in the optional
lower paper cassette. Load paper in the
lower paper tray, or remove the paper, fan
it, and reload it if it is already loaded. If the
paper tray isnot installed, install it and make
sure paper is loaded.
--
FFF
Paper jam. Turn off the printer and take out
the paper tray, then open the paper path
cover or the printer cover. Gently pull out
any paper that is jammed in the printer. See
Chapter 8 of your Reference Guide for
details on clearing and preventing paper
jams.
Paper path cover is open. Close the paper
path cover.
N = on, O = off, F = flashing, - = irrelevant
*Paper out light for the optional lower paper tray
System Requirements
See below for Microsoft Windows system requirements, and
see the next page for Apple®Macintosh®system requirements.
When using your printer with a PC
To use your printer, you need Microsoft Windows 3.1,
Windows for Workgroups, Windows 95, or Windows NT 4.0;
and a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable.
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