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- Page 1 User’s Guide CMP0005-00 EN...
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Page 2: Copyrights And Trademarks
(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. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Replacing the Cutter..... 52 Starting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2..19 Disposal of Used Consumables....54 Exiting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2. - Page 4 Technical Support Web Site....69 Contacting Epson Support....69 Before Contacting Epson.
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Page 5: Introduction
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction ❏ Keep the entire computer system away from Introduction potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones. Important Safety ❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the product’s label. -
Page 6: When Handling The Ink Packs
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction ❏ Always turn the product off using the Power button Note: Notes contain useful or on the control panel. When this button is pressed, additional information on the the Power light flashes briefly then goes off. Do not operation of this product. -
Page 7: Printer Parts
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Printer Parts Front section Printer cover Open this cover when cleaning the printer or clearing jams. Maintenance box covers Open these covers when replacing the Maintenance Box. “Replacing Maintenance Boxes” on page 51 Casters There are two casters on each leg. The casters are normally kept locked once the printer is in place. Ink tank Holds ink used for printing. - Page 8 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Side cover Open the side cover to remove the slider for chip unit replacement. Always close the side cover securely after inserting the slider. AC inlet Connect the supplied power cable here. Option port There is no option that can connect to the printer. LAN port Connects the LAN cable.
- Page 9 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Adapter holder The roll paper adapter is placed in this holder after the roll paper is attached. Paper slot Paper slot used when printing with roll paper. Print head Fires ink via high density nozzles while moving left and right to print. Paper eject guide Guides the paper so that it is ejected smoothly.
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Page 10: Slider
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Slider Roll paper adapter Use the supplied roll paper adapter when loading roll paper onto the printer. “Loading Roll Paper” on page 21 Slider Attach the chip unit included with the ink pack before refilling ink. “Replacing and Refilling Consumables”... -
Page 11: Control Panel
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Screen Control panel Displays the printer's status, menus, error messages, and so on. U “Screen View” on page 12 Menu button Displays the menu for the tab currently selected in the display. U “Using the Control Panel Menu” on page 33 y button (Back button) If menus are displayed, pressing this button takes... -
Page 12: Screen View
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Displays the Maintenance menu, which is used for Displays the printer's status, operation, and error nozzle checks and head cleaning. messages. “Adjusting the Print Head” on page 45 “What to Do When a Message Is Displayed” on page 57 W button (Pause/Cancel button) ❏... - Page 13 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction : The Ink Tab - : The Maintenance Tab This tab displays the status of the chip unit. The maintenance tab shows the status of the Maintenance Box and is used to display the The Info Display Area Maintenance menu.
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Page 14: Features
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Easy maintenance Features Roll paper and all replacements, including ink refills, Maintenance Boxes, and cutters, are installed from the front, allowing the printer to be placed against a wall. The main features of this printer are described below. The printer does not have to be moved to allow rear access. -
Page 15: Notes On Usage And Storage
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction ❏ Do not install the printer next to heat sources or Notes on Usage and directly in the path of air from a ventilator or air conditioner. Failure to observe this precaution Storage could result in the print head nozzles drying and clogging. -
Page 16: Notes On Handling Ink Packs And Ink Tanks
❏ The date printed on the ink pack Contact your dealer or Epson Support. ❏ The roller may leave an impression on paper that is ❏ 25 days from the day that the ink tank was left in the printer. - Page 17 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction 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. ❏...
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Page 18: Introducing The Supplied Software
Installs the EPSON communications driver (EPSON SC-F6000 Series Comm Driver). The Epson communications driver is required if the EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 is to be used to copy paper settings. It is not a printer driver. In addition, the software RIP may not display printer status if the Epson communications driver is not installed when the printer is connected to a computer via USB. -
Page 19: Starting Epson Lfp Remote Panel 2
User’s Guide Introduction Uninstalling Software Starting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 To remove the EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 or EPSON Launch EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 after confirming communications driver, follow the procedure below. that the printer displays Ready. Important: The application can be launched using either of ❏... - Page 20 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Select the target printer icon, and then click OK. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue. When the delete confirmation message appears, click Yes. Restart the computer if you are reinstalling the EPSON communications driver.
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Page 21: Basic Operations
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Place roll paper on the roll rest on top of the Basic Operations printer. Loading and Removing the Roll Paper Loading Roll Paper Size the two supplied roll paper adapters to the roll core. Load roll paper after attaching the supplied roll paper adapters. - Page 22 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Raise the adapter lock lever to release the lock on Press the ( button on the control panel. each of the two roll paper adapters. Confirm that Roll Paper is highlighted in the display and press the Z button. Press the adapters in until they are fully inserted in the roll, with no gaps.
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Page 23: Cutting The Roll Paper
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations ❏ Manual cut: Lower the roll lock lever. Press the ) button to cut the paper using the built-in cutter. A cutline is printed for manual cutting and can be used as a guide when cutting paper using the built-in cutter. -
Page 24: Removing The Roll Paper
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Removing the roll paper Buttons that are used in the following settings This section describes how to remove and store roll paper after printing. The pressure rollers may leave impressions on paper that is left in the printer. Buttons that are used in the following settings Cutting paper manually using the built-in cutter Press the ) button. -
Page 25: Viewing And Changing Media Settings
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Raise the roll lock lever. Viewing and Changing Media Settings The following is displayed in the control panel after paper is loaded. Holding the paper by the roll paper adapters, move the roll to the roll rest. Checking Media Settings The dialog displays the following options for the paper currently loaded in the printer. -
Page 26: Adjusting Settings
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Replacing Paper Adjusting Settings Follow the steps below to change the settings displayed. This section describes how to replace paper. The procedure is displayed on the control panel screen. Follow these instructions. Buttons that are used in the following settings Buttons that are used in the following settings Select an option. -
Page 27: Before Printing
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations ❏ Platen Gap Before Printing ❏ Detect Paper Thickness Before printing, set the paper settings for the ❏ Paper Feed Adjust characteristics of the paper you are going to use. Settings are adjusted as follows. ❏... -
Page 28: Platen Gap
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Press the d/u buttons to highlight Custom Press the y button to return to the paper settings menu. Paper Setting and press the Z button. The Custom Paper Setting menu will be Detect Paper Thickness displayed. - Page 29 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Paper Suction Select Pattern, and then press the Z button. Choosing too high a value for thin paper will increase Press the Z button to print an adjustment the distance between the paper and the print head, pattern.
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Page 30: Printable Area
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Setting Name Printable area You can assign a name to saved custom paper settings. Choose an easy-to-remember name for quick selection. This section describes the printable areas for the printer. Press the d/u buttons on the paper settings If the margin set in an application is larger than the menu to highlight Setting Name, and then press following setting values, sections beyond the specified... -
Page 31: Turning Off The Power Using Power Off Timer
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Turning Off the Power Roll Paper Margin Margin Values Parameter Using Power Off Timer Top15mm/Bottom150mm = 15 mm = 150 mm The printer offers the following two power management options. = 3 mm ❏ Sleep mode Top5mm/Bottom5mm = 5 mm = 3 mm... -
Page 32: Canceling Printing
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Basic Operations Canceling Printing Press the W button on the printer, select Job Cancel on the screen, and then press the Z button. The print job is canceled even in the middle of printing. It may take a while before the printer returns to ready status after canceling a job. -
Page 33: Using The Control Panel Menu
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Using the Control Panel Menu Menu Operations The steps for displaying the various menus are shown below. The example below shows the steps for accessing the Paper menu. * After pressing the Z button to select the highlighted option, press the y button to return to the previous menu. Press the W button to exit. -
Page 34: Menu List
RIP Settings Type 1 to 10 (Paper Settings Number) Lists the names of user-defined custom paper types. Custom Paper XXXXXXXXXXXX Select Reference Photo Paper Displays the EPSON-unique Setting XXXXXXXX Paper paper name. Matte Paper (name of custom paper type) Plain Paper... - Page 35 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Menu item Description Nozzle Check Press Z to start printing. Head Cleaning All Nozzles Execute (Light), Execute (Medium), Execute (Heavy) Selected Nozzles Execute (Light), Execute (Medium), Execute (Heavy) Head Alignment Manual(Uni-D) Press Z to start printing.
- Page 36 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Menu item Description Network Setup IP Address Setting Auto Panel IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway Print Status Sheet Press Z to start printing. Restore Settings Yes, No Power Settings Sleep Mode 5 to 240 minutes Power Off Timer Off, 1 to 24 hours...
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Page 37: Menu Descriptions
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Menu Descriptions Print Queues menu Item Description Print Job Log Sheet Press the Z button to print the print job log. Paper menu indicates factory default settings. Item Description Load/Remove Paper Remove Paper Press the Z button to view instructions for removing the paper. - Page 38 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Description Custom XXXXXXXXXXX Select Photo Paper You can select the media type that is the closest to Paper (name of Reference the paper you are using. Matte Paper Setting custom paper Paper type) Plain Paper...
- Page 39 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Description Paper Feed Pattern Use this setting if you are unable to resolve Adjust banding issues (horizontal striped lines or uneven Value colors) in the standard print area even after head cleaning or head alignment.
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Page 40: Maintenance Menu
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Description Print Paper List Press the Z button to print a list of custom paper settings. Maintenance menu Item Description Nozzle Check Press the Z button to print a nozzle check pattern. Visually inspect the printed pattern and perform head cleaning if you notice faint or missing areas. - Page 41 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Description Printer Setup Roll Paper Auto Cut Choose On to automatically cut roll paper using Setup the built-in cutter as each page is printed, Off to disable auto paper cutting. Refresh If On is selected during borderless printing, the Margin...
- Page 42 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Description Advanced Roll Paper Select High or Extra High if the paper wrinkles Settings Tension during printing. Normal Roll Paper Tension can be specified separately for each paper type using the Custom Paper Setting High option in the Paper menu.
- Page 43 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Description Printer Status Firmware Version xxxxxxx,x.xx,xxxx You can see the firmware version. Option Status The connection status is not indicated because there is no option that can connect to the printer. Show Total Prints View the total area printed (six-figure maximum).
- Page 44 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Description Preference Language Japanese, English, Select the language used on the control panel's French, Italian, screen. German, Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Chinese Unit: Length Select the unit of length which is displayed on the control panel's screen or printed on the patterns.
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Page 45: Maintenance
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Checking for clogged nozzles Maintenance Buttons that are used in the following settings Adjusting the Print Head You need to adjust the print head if white lines appear in your print outs or if you notice the print quality has declined. -
Page 46: Cleaning The Print Head
If the nozzles are still clogged, contact your dealer or Head cleaning will be performed. Epson Support. Once head cleaning is finished, the settings menu will close. Review the printed check pattern to Cleaning the print head confirm that all heads have been cleaned. - Page 47 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Printing the pattern for head alignment takes from 7 to Note the numbers of the patterns with the fewest 11 minutes. The time required varies with the size of the white lines or in which the white lines are most pattern printed.
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Page 48: Replacing And Refilling Consumables
Be sure to read the Material Safety Data Sheet Replacements and Ink Refills (MSDS) before using ink packs. You can download it at your local Epson Web site. If the message Chip unit expended. is displayed on the Should ink contact your skin or enter your eyes... - Page 49 This is necessary because fine dirt, dust and other foreign bodies mixed the ink in the ink tank cause the ink tank to malfunction. The ink tank replacement interval depends on the usage environment and conditions. Contact your dealer or Epson Support.
- Page 50 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Attach the chip unit supplied with the new ink Shake the new ink pack as shown in the pack to the slider. illustration horizontally for approximately 5 cm left and right for 5 seconds approximately 15 Check to confirm that the color of the label on the times.
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Page 51: Replacing Maintenance Boxes
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Tear off the ink pack spout opening. Important: Get all the ink out of the ink pack so that there is none remaining. Do not use the ink in an ink pack to refill multiple different ink tanks. This can cause messages from the remaining ink warning system to not be displayed properly. -
Page 52: Replacing The Cutter
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Place the used Maintenance Box in the clear bag Important: included with your new Maintenance Box, and Do not reuse maintenance boxes that have been make sure that the zipper is closed tight. removed and left out in the open for a long period of time. - Page 53 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Important: Caution: Take care not to damage the cutter blade. Dropping Do not store the cutter within the reach of it or knocking it against hard objects may chip the children. The cutter's blade could cause an blade.
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Page 54: Disposal Of Used Consumables
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance ❏ Ink holder ❏ Damper kit ❏ Pump cap ❏ Ink supply tank The part life varies with operating conditions. Base the decision to replace the print head on the quality of the print results. After replacing the cutter, press the Z button. -
Page 55: Cleaning The Printer
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Press the ) button followed by the d button. Paper is fed while the d button is pressed. If the paper is not soiled, cleaning is complete. To keep your printer in optimum operating condition, clean it (about once a month). - Page 56 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Important: ❏ Be sure not to touch the roller or the ink absorbing areas (b, shown in gray) during cleaning; otherwise, prints may be soiled. ❏ Be careful not to touch the ink tubes inside the printer, otherwise, the printer may be damaged.
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Page 57: Problem Solver
Use EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 to re-attempt the update. Restart the printer. If this message appears on the LCD panel again, contact your dealer or Epson Support. Command Error Press the W button and select Job Cancel to stop printing. Check to confirm that the Check print settings on RIP. -
Page 58: When A Maintenance Call/Service Call Occurs
Turn on the printer again multiple times. If the same call for service is displayed on the LCD panel, contact your dealer or Epson Support for assistance. Tell them the call for service code is "XXXX ". -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver Troubleshooting Is the USB hub recognized correctly? Make sure the USB hub is recognized correctly on the computer. If the computer correctly detects the USB hub, disconnect all USB hubs from the computer and You cannot print (because the connect the printer directly to the computer USB port. -
Page 60: The Prints Are Not What You Expected
Are you using a genuine Epson ink pack? selected for Paper Size Check in the Setup menu. This printer is designed for use with Epson ink packs. Select On for Paper Size Check in the Setup menu. The print quality may decline if any inks other than the specified ink packs are used. -
Page 61: Feeding Or Ejecting Problems
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver Is the roll paper margin set to 15 mm or 35 Widen the bottom margin Depending on the content of the print data, the bottom edge may be scuffed when printing. In this If the value selected for Roll Paper Margin in the situation it is best to create your data with a bottom Setup menu is wider than the margins selected in the margin of 150 mm. -
Page 62: Others
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver Remove the paper via the paper feed slot or the Is the paper too thick or too thin? eject slot. Check that the paper specifications are compatible with this printer. For information about the paper types and appropriate settings, see the documentation supplied with the paper, or contact the dealer of the paper or the manufacturer of the RIP. - Page 63 The light is a light inside the printer. The administrator password has been lost. Should you forget the administrator password, contact your dealer or Epson Support. Head cleaning starts when the printer is turned on. When turned on after an extended period of disuse, the printer may automatically perform head cleaning to ensure print quality.
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Page 64: Appendix
For the latest information, see the Epson Web site. Important: Using ink from an undesignated ink pack may result in a malfunction. Epson shall not be held responsible for any damages or problems with the printer that may occur when using undesignated, non-genuine ink packs. Ink packs... -
Page 65: Supported Media
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Appendix Supported Media Moving and Transporting the Printer This printer supports the following paper specifications. The type and quality of the paper will greatly affect print This section describes how to move and transport the quality. Be sure to use the correct paper for your needs. product. -
Page 66: Transport
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Appendix ❏ Perform Head Alignment and check the print System Requirements quality. “Minimizing Print Misalignments (Head Refer to the software RIP manual. Alignment)” on page 46 Transport Before transporting the printer, contact your dealer or Epson Support. -
Page 67: Specifications Table
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Appendix Specifications Table Printer Specifications Operating temperature/humidity Printer Specifications Printing method On-demand ink jet Nozzle configura- 360 nozzles × 2 rows × 4 colors tion (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) Resolution (maxi- 720 × 1440 dpi mum) Control code ESC/P raster (undisclosed command) -
Page 68: Standards And Approvals
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Appendix Standards and Approvals Safety UL 60950-1 CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1 Low Voltage EN 60950-1 Directive 2006/95/ FCC part 15 subpart B Class A CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class A AS/NZS CISPR 22 Class A EMC Directive EN 55022 Class A 2004/108/EC EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2... -
Page 69: Where To Get Help
Support Technical Support Web Before Contacting Epson Site If your Epson product is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting Epson’s Technical Support Web Site provides help with information in your product documentation, contact problems that cannot be solved using the Epson support services for assistance. -
Page 70: Help For Users In North America
Internet Support Help for Users in Australia Visit Epson’s support website at http://epson.com/ Epson Australia wishes to provide you with a high level support and select your product for solutions to of customer service. In addition to your product common problems. You can download drivers and... -
Page 71: Help For Users In Singapore
The more information you ❏ Product usage questions or problems prepare, the faster we can help solve the problem. This information includes your Epson product ❏ Enquiries on repair service and warranty documentation, type of computer, operating system, application programs, and any information you feel is required. -
Page 72: Help For Users In Hong Kong
603-56288222 Internet Home Page ❏ Enquiries on repair services & warranty, product Epson Hong Kong has established a local home page in usage and technical support (Techline) both Chinese and English on the Internet to provide users with the following information:... -
Page 73: Help For Users In The Philippines
- 6PM) Prefix local STD code Help for Users in the Philippines To obtain technical support as well as other after sales services, users are welcome to contact the Epson Philippines Corporation at the telephone and fax numbers and e-mail address below:... -
Page 74: Software License Terms
Program (each is defined in Section 6) until five (5) years after the discontinuation of same model of this printer product. If you desire to receive the source code above, please see the “Contacting Epson Support” in the User’s Guide, and contact the customer support of your region. - Page 75 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms The list of LGPL Programs: uclibc-0.9.32 libusb-1.0.8 zeroconf 0.6.1-1 iksemel-rev25 e2fsprogs-1.41.14 Apache License This printer product includes the open source software program “Bonjour” which apply the Apache License Version2.0 (“Apache License Program”). Bonjour License This printer product includes the open source software program “Bonjour”...
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Page 76: Bonjour
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms Bonjour This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the Apple Public Source License Version1.2 or its latest version ("Bonjour Programs"). We provide the source code of the Bonjour Programs pursuant to the Apple Public Source License Version1.2 or its latest version until five (5) years after the discontinuation of same model of this printer product. - Page 77 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms 1.8 "Source Code" means the human readable form of a program or other work that is suitable for making modifications to it, including all modules it contains, plus any associated interface definition files, scripts used to control compilation and installation of an executable (object code).
- Page 78 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms 2.4 Third Party Rights. You expressly acknowledge and agree that although Apple and each Contributor grants the licenses to their respective portions of the Covered Code set forth herein, no assurances are provided by Apple or any Contributor that the Covered Code does not infringe the patent or other intellectual property rights of any other entity.
- Page 79 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms 9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL APPLE OR ANY CONTRIBUTOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS LICENSE OR YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE COVERED CODE, OR ANY PORTION THEREOF, WHETHER UNDER A THEORY OF CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCTS LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF APPLE OR SUCH CONTRIBUTOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES AND...
- Page 80 SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms 13.2 Relationship of Parties. This License will not be construed as creating an agency, partnership, joint venture or any other form of legal association between or among You, Apple or any Contributor, and You will not represent to the contrary, whether expressly, by implication, appearance or otherwise.
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Page 81: Other Software Licenses
SC-F6000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms Other Software Licenses Info-ZIP copyright and license This is version 2007-Mar-4 of the Info-ZIP license. The definitive version of this document should be available at ftp://ftp.info-zip.org/pub/infozip/license.html indefinitely and a copy at http://www.info-zip.org/pub/infozip/ license.html. Copyright ©...