Epson Stylus Pro 10000 Series User manual

Fiery Spark™Professional
EPSON Stylus®Pro 5500
EPSON Stylus®Pro 10000
Installation Guide
Printed on recycled paper.

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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Windows Client Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Macintosh Client Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Server Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installing the Fiery Spark Server Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installing Command WorkStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Enabling File and Printer Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Enabling AppleTalk Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Hardware Key Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Windows Client Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver for Windows Me . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver for Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . 9
Creating Shortcuts to the Fiery Spark Drop Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installing Command WorkStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Macintosh Client Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing Printer Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Creating Shortcuts to the Fiery Spark Drop Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing Fiery Spooler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installing Fiery Downloader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing ColorWise Pro Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Selecting TCP/IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Printing to the Fiery Spark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
FCC Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Introduction
This guide provides basic installation instructions for the Fiery Spark™
Professional software in a client-server configuration. Fiery Spark Professional
includes a System Software CD-ROM, a User Software CD-ROM, and a USB
hardware key.
For instructions on using the Fiery Spark software, see the manuals in the
Documentation > English folder on the User Software CD-ROM. You have a
Getting Started Guide, Configuration Guide, Printing Guide, Job Management
Guide, and Color Guide.
These manuals are in PDF format. If you don’t have Adobe®Acrobat®Reader™
for viewing the manual, you can install it by double-clicking the ar405eng
icon in the Documentation folder on the User Software CD-ROM.
Where To Get Help
EPSON provides technical support and information on the installation,
configuration, and operation of professional graphics arts products through the
EPSON Preferred Protection Plan. Call [phone], 6 AM to 8 PM, Pacific
Time, Monday through Friday, and 7 AM to 4 PM, Pacific Time, Saturday.
Before you call, make sure you have your Unit ID number, which is included
with the EPSON Preferred Protection Plan information that came with your
printer. You’ll also need your printer serial number and proof of purchase. If
you experience difficulty using your Unit ID number when accessing the
toll-free EPSON Preferred phone number, please call [phone] in the
U.S. or [phone] in Canada during normal business hours.
Note Do not misplace your hardware key. Lost keys are not covered under
your warranty.
Note If you are using the EPSON®Color Calibrator, make sure you are
using software version 2.1 or later. This version can be downloaded
from http://support.epson.com.
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EPSON also provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the World
Wide Web. You can reach EPSON Support at http://support.epson.com. At
this site, you can download drivers and other files, look at product
documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical
advice through e-mail.
System Requirements
Before you install the software, make sure your computer meets the minimum
system requirements listed below.
Server
•Pentium®4 1.2GHz (1.7GHz recommended)
•Windows®2000 Professional
•256MB RAM (512MB RAM recommended)
•At least 200MB free hard disk space to install the software and at least 1GB
free disk space for processing files (4GB or more available hard disk space
recommended)
•USB connection for EPSON Stylus®Pro 5500 or IEEE-1394 PCI card
(OHCI compliant) connection for EPSON Stylus Pro 10000
•Netscape®Communicator®version 4.5 or 4.7 with Java enabled, or
Microsoft®Internet Explorer version 5.0 or 5.5 with Java enabled, for
Fiery WebTools
•A TCP/IP-enabled network and the IP address or computer name for the
Fiery Spark server
•File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Network enabled for PC clients
•AppleTalk®Protocol enabled for Macintosh clients
Note Windows 2000 Server is recommended if you have more than
10 users printing concurrently, require support for SMP with more
than 2 CPUs, or require greater fault tolerance

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Windows Client Computer
•Pentium II processor (Pentium III or higher recommended)
•Windows 98, Me, 2000, or Windows NT®4.0 with Service Pack 5 or later
•128MB RAM (256MB or more recommended)
•PostScript®printer driver for Windows
•Windows 98 and Me: Adobe PostScript Printer Driver version 4.3.1
•Windows 2000: Microsoft PostScript Printer Driver for Windows
2000 (included with the Windows 2000 operating system)
•Windows NT: Adobe PostScript Printer Driver version 5.1.2
•For Windows 98 and Me, you also need TCP/IP networking protocol
enabled
•For Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000, you also need TCP/IP or
AppleTalk networking protocol enabled
Macintosh Client Computer
•Macintosh®G3, G4, or iMac™(G4 recommended)
•System 8.6 through 9.1
•450MHz or faster processor
•256MB RAM (512MB recommended)
•AppleTalk networking protocol enabled

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Server Software Installation
Before you begin, make sure you’ve:
•Connected the printer to the server
•Installed the EPSON printer driver (see your EPSON printer
documentation for instructions)
•Installed the IEEE-1394 driver if you’re using the EPSON Stylus
Pro 10000 (the driver is on the CD-ROM that came with your printer; for
installation instructions, see the Product Support Bulletin at
http://support.epson.com)
•Closed all open programs and turned off any virus protection programs.
Install the following software on the server:
•Fiery Spark Server software (see below)
•Command WorkStation (page 5)
Installing the Fiery Spark Server Software
Follow these steps:
1. Insert the Fiery Spark System Software CD-ROM in your CD-ROM or
DVD drive.
2. Double-click My Computer, then double-click the CD-ROM
icon.
3. Double-click the Setup icon in Fiery folder, then click Next.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Note Use a short server name (8 characters or less). Otherwise, you won’t
be able to see the server name and print queue in the Chooser on
Macintosh clients.
Do not install the hardware key until after all the software is installed.

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5. When you see this screen, select your printer model; then click Next to
continue the installation.
6. Click OK at the end of the installation. Your computer restarts.
Installing Command WorkStation
This installation also installs ColorWise Pro Tools and Fiery Downloader.
Follow these steps:
1. On the Fiery Spark User Software CD-ROM, open the CStation folder.
2. Double-click the Setup icon.
3. Follow the instructions on screen.
4. Click Finish at the end of the installation. Your computer restarts.
5. Configure Command WorkStation as described in the next section.

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Configuring Command WorkStation
1. If Command WorkStation is open, click OK.
Otherwise, go to Start > Programs > Command WorkStation, then
click Command WorkStation.
2. Enter the appropriate information for the Fiery Spark, then click Add:
3. Make sure the printer name is selected in the Devices list, then click OK.
4. Select the printer name in the list
of Available Servers, then click OK.
enter PRO10K for the
Stylus Pro 10000 (dye
ink), PRO10KCF for
the Stylus Pro 10000
(pigment ink), or
PRO5500 for the
Stylus Pro 5500
the Nickname can be
different from the Fiery
Spark server name, but
cannot contain
[ ] _ " ' <space> <tab>
This example uses
EPSON as the
nickname.
enter localhost
click Add

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Enabling File and Printer Sharing
If you have Windows clients, you must enable File and Printer Sharing on the
server. Follow these steps:
1. From the Control Panel, double-click Networks and Dial-up
Connections, then double-click Local Area Connection.
2. Click the Properties button.
3. Click Install.
4. Click Service, then click Add.
5. Select File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks, then click OK.
6. Close any open windows, then restart your computer.
Enabling AppleTalk Protocol
If you have Macintosh clients, you must enable AppleTalk Protocol on the
server. Follow these steps:
1. From the Control Panel, double-click Networks and Dial-up
Connections, then double-click Local Area Connection.
2. Click the Properties button.
3. Click Install.
4. Click Protocol, then click Add.
5. Select AppleTalk Protocol, then click OK.
6. Close any open windows, then restart your computer.

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Hardware Key Installation
After all the software is installed, connect the hardware key to an available USB
port on the server. After a few moments, Fiery Spark is ready to accept print
jobs.
Windows Client Software Installation
Instructions are given for installation on Windows Me and Windows 2000.
Installation on other Windows operating systems are similar. For detailed
instructions, see the Getting Started Guide on the User Software CD-ROM.
On a PC client, you need to install and configure the following software:
•PostScript printer driver (see below for Windows Me; see page 9 for
Windows 2000)
•Shortcuts to the Fiery Spark drop folder (see page 11)
•Command WorkStation (see page 12)
Depending on your workflow, you can install the PostScript printer driver, the
shortcuts to the Fiery Spark drop folders, or both.
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver for Windows Me
1. Insert the User Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Click Start, Settings, and then choose Printers.
3. Double-click the Add Printer icon.
4. Click Next.

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5. The following screen appears. Make
sure Network printer is checked,
then click Next.
6. Enter (or browse to) the network path
to the printer, then click Next.
7. Leave the default printer name as is.
Click Next.
8. Select No to print a test page option; then click Finish.
Installing the PostScript Printer Driver for Windows 2000
This section includes instructions for installing the PostScript printer driver
and setting up the TCP/IP printer port for Windows 2000. Before you begin,
make sure you know the name or IP address of the Fiery Spark server and that
the TCP/IP Protocol and Microsoft TCP/IP Printing software is installed on
the Windows 2000 workstation.
1. Insert the User Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Click Start, Settings, and then choose Printers.
3. Double-click the Add Printer icon.
4. The following screen appears. Make
sure Local printer is checked and
Automatically detect and install
my Plug and Play printer is
unchecked, then click Next.
5. Click Create a New Port, select
Standard TCP/IP Port, and click
Next.
6. Click Next again.

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7. Enter the Server Name or IP address of the Fiery Spark, then click Next.
8. Select Custom and click Settings.
9. Select the following settings:
•Protocol: LPR
•LPR Settings: LPR Byte Counting Enabled
•SNMP Status Enabled
•Queue name (this name is case-sensitive; use lowercase letters): print,
hold, or direct.
Then click Next.
10. Click OK to close the Configure Standard TCP/IP Port Monitor dialog
box.
11. Click Next.
12. Click Finish to close the Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard dialog
box.
13. At the next screen, click Have Disk.
14. Click Browse. Then browse to the following folder on the CD-ROM:
English > Prntdrvr > Ps_drvr > Win_2000
15. Click Open to return to the Install from Disk window.
16. Click OK.
17. Select the appropriate Fiery Spark file for your printer, then click Next:
If you are using this printer Select this file
EPSON Stylus Pro 10000 (pigment ink) Fiery Spark PRO10KCF v1.0
EPSON Stylus Pro 10000 (dye ink) Fiery Spark PRO10K v1.0
EPSON Stylus Pro 5500 printer Fiery Spark PRO5500 v1.0

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18. Leave the default name or enter a name for the Fiery Spark (31 characters
maximum) in the Printer Name box. This name will be used in the
Printers and Queue windows.
Then click Next.
19. Click Finish to complete installation.
Creating Shortcuts to the Fiery Spark Drop Folders
The Fiery Spark features a unique drop folder system to print jobs over the
network. Creating shortcuts on the client to the Fiery Spark server drop folders
enables you to print your files to the Fiery Spark. To print, simply drag and
drop your files into the drop folder shortcuts. However, using drop folders does
not allow you to change print or color options. If you need to change these
options, print to the Fiery Spark from an application. For details, see the
Printing Guide on the User Software CD-ROM.
Follow these steps to create shortcuts to the Fiery Spark drop folders:
1. Double-click My Network Places, then browse to the Fiery Spark Pro
Server.
2. Select the Spark Hold, Spark Print, and Spark Direct drop folders.
3. Right-click the drop folders and select Create Shortcut.
4. You are asked if you want the shortcut to be placed on the desktop.
Click Yes.
Note If you see the Digital Signature Not Found window, click Yes to
continue the installation.
If this is the first printer driver you are installing on the computer, you
are prompted to install files from the Windows 2000 CD. Insert the
CD-ROM, browse to the win2000\english\i386 folder, and then click
OK.

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Installing Command WorkStation
This installation also installs Fiery Downloader and ColorWise Pro Tools.
Follow these steps:
1. On the User Software CD-ROM, open the CStation folder.
2. Double-click the Setup icon.
3. Follow the instructions on screen.
4. Click Finish at the end of the installation. Your computer restarts.
5. Configure Command WorkStation as described in the next section.

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Configuring Command Workstation
1. If Command WorkStation is open, click OK.
Otherwise, go to Start > Programs > Command WorkStation, then
click Command WorkStation.
2. Enter the appropriate information for the Fiery Spark, then click Add:
3. Make sure the printer name is selected in the Devices list, then click OK.
4. Select the printer name in the list
of Available Servers, then click OK.
enter PRO10K for the
Stylus Pro 10000 (dye
ink), PRO10KCF for
the Stylus Pro 10000
(pigment ink), or
PRO5500 for the
Stylus Pro 5500
the Nickname can be
different from the Fiery
Spark server name, but
cannot contain
[ ] _ " ' <space> <tab>
This example uses
EPSON as the
nickname.
enter the IP address or
server name of the
Fiery Spark
click Add

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Macintosh Client Software Installation
For a Macintosh client computer, install the following software:
•printer files (see below)
•fonts (see page 15)
•Shortcuts to the Fiery Spark drop folders (see page 15)
•Fiery Spooler (see page 16)
•Fiery Downloader (see page 17)
•ColorWise Pro Tools (see page 18)
After installing the software, you must enable TCP/IP (see page 19).
Installing Printer Files
To set up the Fiery Spark as a PostScript printer, install the Adobe PostScript
printer driver, and the PPD file that corresponds to your printer. Follow these
steps:
1. On the User Software CD-ROM, open the English > Printer Driver
folder.
2. Double-click the AdobePS 8.7 Installer icon.
3. Click Yes to continue with the installation and to confirm that your
computer must be restarted after installation. The AdobePS Installer
installs the Adobe PostScript printer driver and the PPD file that
corresponds to your printer.
4. Click Restart when installation is complete.

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Installing Fonts
The Fonts installer on the User Software CD-ROM includes screen and printer
fonts that correspond to the 136 built-in PostScript printer fonts on the Fiery
Spark. The Font installer copies both kinds of fonts to the System Folder >
Fonts folder on your hard drive. To be available to applications, the screen
fonts must remain in this folder. The printer fonts can be copied to a folder of
your choice. If you have any applications open, you must quit and relaunch
them before the newly installed screen fonts are available.
Follow these steps:
1. On the User Software CD-ROM, double-click the Fonts icon.
2. At the next screen, click Install.
3. Click Restart when installation is complete.
Creating Shortcuts to the Fiery Spark Drop Folders
The Fiery Spark features a unique drop folder system to print jobs over the
network. Creating shortcuts on the client to the Fiery Spark server drop folders
enables you to print your files to the Fiery Spark. To print, simply drag and
drop your files into the drop folder shortcuts. However, using drop folders does
not allow you to change print or color options. If you need to change these
options, print to the Fiery Spark from an application. For details, see the
Printing Guide on the User Software CD-ROM.
Follow these steps to create shortcuts to the Fiery Spark drop folders:
1. On the User Software CD-ROM, double-click the DropFolders
icon.
2. Read the license agreement, then click Accept.
3. Click Install. The drop folders application for Mac OS is installed and
three drop folders are created on the desktop.

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After creating the shortcuts, connect to the server as follows:
1. Double-click the DropFolders application on the desktop, if it is not
already open.
2. Enter the IP address of the Fiery Spark server, then click OK.
The drop folders are activated and ready to accept print jobs.
Installing Fiery Spooler
This installation also installs Mac OS Runtime of Java (MRJ), if it isn’t already
installed on your system.
1. On the User Software CD-ROM, double-click the Fiery Spooler
icon.
2. Read the license agreement, then click Accept.
3. At the next screen, click Install.
4. Click Quit when the installation is complete.
After installing Fiery Spooler, connect to the server as follows:
1. Double-click the Fiery_Spooler icon in the Fiery ffolder on your
hard drive.
2. Click Option.
3. Click Add.

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4. Enter the Name (IP address) and New Device (printer name). Click Add,
then click OK.
5. Click OK twice. Fiery Spooler launches.
Installing Fiery Downloader
1. On the User Software CD-ROM, double-click the Fiery
Downloader icon.
2. Read the license agreement, then click Accept.
3. At the next screen, click Install.
4. Click Quit when the installation is complete.
enter the IP address
enter PRO10K for the
Stylus Pro 10000 (dye
ink), PRO10KCF for
the Stylus Pro 10000
(pigment ink), or
PRO5500 for the
Stylus Pro 5500
click Add
then click OK