Page 1 EPSON Stylus Pro 7600/9600 ® PRINTER GUIDE ®...
Page 2 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with these EPSON printers. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers.
Page 3 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Unpacking and Assembling the Optional Stand ... . . 18 Unpacking the Printer ....... . 21 Mounting the Printer on the Optional Stand .
Page 6 Selecting Media For Your Printer ......63 Printing on EPSON Media ....... . 64 Using Roll Paper .
Page 7 5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Checking Printer Status and Part Life ......130 Printing Status Information ......130 Viewing Status Information .
Page 8 Cleaning the Printer ........
Page 9 This Printer Guide provides important information on setting up your printer, selecting paper, basic operation, and replacing parts such as ink cartridges. It also tells you how to maintain your printer to keep it working at its best, and provides troubleshooting tips in case you have a problem.
Page 10: Options And Accessories
Introduction Options and Accessories Your EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 and 9600 offer these optional upgrades and accessories: Optional equipment and software Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site at http://prographics.epson. com for new accessories and options that may become available.
Page 11: Where To Get Help
** Replaces the blade for the printer’s built-in cutter (see page 153). You can purchase optional equipment and software, ink cartridges, paper, and manuals from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or you can visit the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
Page 12: Macintosh System Requirements
Introduction 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.
Page 13: Windows System Requirements
For USB connection: a computer running Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP with a Windows compliant USB port and a shielded USB “AB” cable from Series A (computer) to Series B (printer), up to 6.6 ft. (2 meters) long For IEEE 1394 connection: the optional IEEE 1394 port (described on...
Page 14: Energy Star Compliance
Introduction ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA ENERGY STAR Office Equipment program is a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to promote...
Page 15: Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions
If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the printer; if the equipment has been dropped or the case damaged; if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Page 16 Introduction • • • Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could result in damage to the print head. 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.
Page 17: Setting Up The Printer
Follow the steps in this chapter to assemble the printer, install the software, Chapter 1: and make any necessary adjustments. You should allow at least two hours for Setting Up this process. the Printer This chapter covers the following information: •...
Page 18: Unpacking And Assembling The Stylus Pro 7600
Setting Up the Printer Unpacking and Assembling the Stylus Pro 7600 Warning Follow these steps to assemble your printer. If you have a Stylus Pro 9600, see page 27 instead. Assembly requires two Unpacking and Assembling the Optional Stand people.
Page 19 Bolt holes Underside view of base...
Page 20 Setting Up the Printer 3. Assemble the other leg and base in the same way. 4. Attach the bottom support bar as shown. Fasten the bar with one 5. Attach the top support bar as shown. Use a Phillips screwdriver to fasten 6.
Page 21: Unpacking The Printer
1. Remove the roll paper, polystyrene foam, and cardboard cushions. 2. Remove the handles from the sides of the box as shown. 3. Lift the box up and away from the printer. Remove the ink cartridges and other accessories from the side as shown below.
Page 22 Setting Up the Printer 5. Take out the foam supports from under the printer. 6. Remove any packing tape. Check these areas: 7. Open the front cover. Then unscrew the bolt and remove the bracket 8. If you want to set the...
Page 23: Mounting The Printer On The Optional Stand
If you have an optional stand, follow these steps to mount the printer: 1. Lock the casters and lower the stabilizer knobs to keep the stand from Warning 2. Using two people, hold the printer at the indicated locations. Then set it Two or more people are required to lift the printer.
Page 24: Attaching The Paper Basket
Setting Up the Printer 3. Fasten the printer to the stand with wing screws (L) and washers (M). Attaching the Paper Basket 1. Attach the metal rods as shown. The free ends of the rods should point outward. 1-24...
Page 25 Setting Up the Printer 2. Snap the basket’s plastic connectors onto the metal rods at the rear of the stand. (The rear connectors are labeled with an R.) 3. Rotate the front bar once as shown, so the fabric folds around the bar.
Page 26 6. Raise the stabilizer knobs and unlock the casters. Then move the printer When done, skip ahead to “Connecting the Power Cord” on page 37. to the place of use. (The casters are meant for moving the printer for only a short distance.) Lock the casters and extend the stabilizer knobs after moving.
Page 27: Unpacking And Assembling The Stylus Pro 9600
Unpacking and Assembling the Stylus Pro 9600 Warning Follow these steps to assemble your printer. If you have a Stylus Pro 7600, see page 18 instead. Two people are required to Unpacking the Stand unpack the printer, and four are needed to set it on the 1.
Page 28: Assembling The Stand
Setting Up the Printer Accessories: Assembling the Stand 1. Insert the support bar into one of the base sections as shown. Then 2. Attach the base section to the other end. 3. Tighten all four bolts securely. Allen wrench Bolts (4)
Page 29: Unpacking The Printer
Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1. Remove the roll paper, polystyrene foam, and cardboard cushions. 2. Lift the box up and away from the printer. Remove the ink cartridges and other accessories from the side as shown below. Remove ink...
Page 30 Setting Up the Printer Make sure all these items are included: Roll paper spindle Roll paper (EPSON Doubleweight Matte Paper) Ink cartridges Roll paper belt (for keeping roll paper wound up) Power cord Printer 1-30...
Page 31: Mounting The Printer On The Stand
Mounting the Printer on the Stand 1. Lock the two casters to keep the stand from rolling. Then extend the stabilizer knobs. 2. Orient the printer in relation to the stand as shown: 1-31 Setting Up the Printer Stabilizer knob...
Page 32 Setting Up the Printer 3. Using four people, grasp the printer in the four locations as shown, and Warning Do not attempt to lift the printer with fewer than four people. 4. Fasten the printer to the stand with wing nuts, spring washers, and plain set the printer on the stand: washers (I).
Page 33 7. Close the front cover. 8. Raise the stabilizer knobs and unlock the casters. Then move the printer to the place of use. (The casters are meant for moving the printer for only a short distance.) Lock the casters and extend the stabilizer knobs after moving.
Page 34: Attaching The Basket
Setting Up the Printer Attaching the Basket 1. Attach the short basket hooks to the upper guides: 2. Attach the long basket hooks to the lower guides: 3. Turn the basket so its seams face downward, and spread it on the floor.
Page 35 4. Pass the basket’s rear bar to the back of the printer. Rotate the bar one revolution so that the fabric folds around the bar. Then insert the plastic pins into the stand as shown. 5. Slide out the upper basket hooks to their full length.
Page 36 Setting Up the Printer 7. Hold the front bar and turn it one revolution. Then attach the lower 8. Push the upper and lower basket hooks back in. 9. Hook the basket rings to take up the slack. 10. Hook the paper supports so they hang along the inside of the basket.
Page 37: Connecting The Power Cord
Connecting the Power Cord Caution 1. Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the back of the printer. Do not use an outlet that is controlled by an automatic timer or wall switch. Otherwise, you may accidentally shut off the printer and cause damage.
Page 38: Installing The Ink Cartridges
Make sure the first ink cartridges you install are the correct type for your printer: EPSON UltraChrome The chips on the cartridges are programmed to initialize the printer as the correct ink model. This determines the type of ink your printer will use for its entire lifetime. Warning If you have an UltraChrome ink printer, two black ink cartridges are included: Photo Black and Light Black.
Page 39 Setting Up the Printer 2. Open the ink compartment cover. 3. Raise the ink lever to the unlocked position. 4. Locate the ink cartridges that came with the printer. 1-39...
Page 40 Setting Up the Printer 5. Remove each cartridge from its packaging. If you’re using EPSON Warning If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
Page 41 Pause light is flashing. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system and the flashes. This takes about 10 minutes. Do not turn off the printer or interrupt this process, or you’ll use more ink than necessary. When the...
Page 42: Loading Roll Paper
Follow these steps to place the paper in the printer: 1. Open the roll paper cover. 2. Place the roll paper in the printer as shown. (The white end of the Note 3. Make sure the printer is turned on, then press the...
Page 43 Setting Up the Printer 4. Move the paper lever back to the released position. 5. Feed the paper into the slot. 6. Pull the paper down so it extends all the way through the slot. 1-43...
Page 44 Setting Up the Printer 7. Turn the roll back to remove any slack. Then align the bottom edge of 8. Pull the paper lever forward to the locked position, then close the roll 9. Press the the paper with the horizontal row of holes, as shown. (Do not extend the paper past the row of holes.)
Page 45: Connecting The Printer To Your Computer
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Depending on your system, you can connect the printer to your computer using any of the following: • The optional FireWire card allows multiple • printers to be daisy-chained to your • system, and can keep them all running at the full speed of the print engine.
Page 46: Connecting To The Usb Port
Setting Up the Printer Connecting to the USB Port To connect the printer to a USB port, you need a standard shielded USB cable. Follow the steps below to connect the printer to your computer: 1. Make sure both the printer and your computer are turned off.
Page 47: Connecting To The Parallel Port (Windows Only)
Connecting to the Parallel Port (Windows Only) To use the printer’s built-in parallel interface, you need a shielded, bidirectional, parallel cable. Follow the steps below to connect the printer to your computer: 1. Make sure both the printer and your computer are turned off.
Page 48: Installing And Connecting To An Optional Interface Card
Installing and Connecting to an Optional Interface Card To connect the printer to an optional FireWire or Ethernet card, you first need to install the card in your printer. You also need the appropriate cable. Follow the steps below. Caution 1.
Page 49 If you’ve installed an Ethernet card, you can find more information on setting up your printer in the Reference Guide included on the CD-ROM that came with the printer. See “Setting Up Your Printer on a Network” in the Printing with Windows or Printing with Macintosh section of the Reference Guide.
Page 50: Installing The Printer Software
OS X printer driver 3. Double-click the software and installation instructions are available 4. Double-click the menu option for your printer. Be sure to select the on the EPSON web site at www.epson.com. If you install OS X drivers, you should also install the...
Page 51 With background printing on, you can use your Macintosh while it’s preparing a document for printing, and use the EPSON Monitor3 utility to manage print jobs. 1-51 Setting Up the Printer on the next screen.
Page 52: Installing Software For Windows
3. Insert the printer software CD-ROM in your computer. The installer Windows installs the drivers for your card. 4. Double-click the menu option for your printer. Be sure to select the Note If you’re connecting with a parallel cable or...
Page 53 Wait until you see the Found New Hardware Wizard for the Stylus • Pro 7600 or 9600. This may take a minute or two. Once the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click • a list or specific location Locate the •...
Page 54: Running A Nozzle Check
(this also lets you verify that your printer is connected and working properly). 1. Make sure the printer is turned on and the paper that came with your 2. Do one of the following: Use the paper that came with your printer for printing the nozzle check.
Page 55 If the pattern is still missing dots, click It make take several cleaning cycles to clean the print head fully. If you’re unable to clean the print head fully from the printer software, follow the instructions in the next section.
Page 56: Cleaning The Print Head From The Control Panel
Setting Up the Printer Cleaning the Print Head from the Control Panel If you’re unable to clean the print head fully from the printer software, you can use the printer’s control panel to perform a power cleaning. You should not perform a power cleaning more often than necessary, since it consumes additional ink.
Page 57: Aligning The Print Head
If the print head nozzles are clogged, the patterns won’t print correctly and your print head alignment won’t be accurate. 1. Make sure the printer is turned on, then load roll paper that is at least 2. Press the 3.
Page 58: Examining The Uni-D All Alignment Pattern
Examining the UNI-D ALL Alignment Pattern Follow these steps when the UNI-D ALL patterns finish printing: 1. Depending on the width of the paper loaded in the printer, more than 2. Look at the display screen on the printer. Notice that it is prompting one set of patterns may be printed.
Page 59: Examining The Bi-D Black (K1) Alignment Pattern
3. Use your own eye loupe or the one that came with the printer to Note You must use at least a × eye loupe to check the pattern. 4. If number 5 is the straightest line, press Note 5. Repeat this process to examine the remaining color groups in row #1: C,...
Page 60 Setting Up the Printer 2. Look at the display screen on the printer. Notice that it is prompting 3. Use your own eye loupe or the one that came with the printer to Note You must use at least a ×...
Page 61: Examining The Bi-D All Alignment Pattern
Be sure to perform the BI-D BLACK alignment 1. Depending on the width of the paper loaded in the printer, more than before running this one. 2. Look at the display screen on the printer. It shows one set of patterns may be printed.
Page 62 Setting Up the Printer 3. The printer is now prompting you to choose the best block in the group Note 4. Use your own eye loupe or the one that came with the printer to You must use at least a ×...
Page 63: Handling Paper And Other Media
44 inches wide (for the Stylus Pro 9600) or 24 inches wide (for the Stylus Pro 7600). You can also use heavy stock, including posterboard up to 59 mil (1.5 mm) thick.
Page 64: Printing On Epson Media
“profile” their thickness and adjust various settings. See page 85 for instructions. Printing on EPSON Media EPSON papers, which are specially designed for the inks used in the printer, Note ensure high-quality results. The following tables list the product codes for the EPSON media available for your printer.
Page 65 Handling Paper and Other Media Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Photographic Dye ink model (continued) Paper type Roll sizes Photo Semigloss Paper 24-inch roll: SP91022 36-inch roll: SP91003 44-inch roll: SP91004 Photo Quality Ink Jet — Paper ColorLife ™ Photo Paper 24-inch roll: S041664...
Page 66 Handling Paper and Other Media Stylus Pro 7600/9600 Photographic Dye ink model (continued) Paper type Roll sizes Semigloss Paper 24-inch roll: S041292 Heavyweight 36-inch roll: S041229 44-inch roll: S041228 Posterboard Semigloss — Backlight Film 24-inch roll: S041482 36-inch roll: S041483...
Page 67 Stylus Pro 7600/9600 UltraChrome ink model Note Check the EPSON Pro Graphics web site (http://prographics.epson. com) or your authorized EPSON dealer for other media that may be available. Handling Paper and Other Media Paper type Roll sizes Premium Glossy Photo 8.3-inch roll: S041376...
Page 68 Handling Paper and Other Media Stylus Pro 7600/9600 UltraChrome ink model (continued) Paper type Roll sizes EPSON Velvet Fine Art — Paper Somerset Velvet for 24-inch roll: SP91203 EPSON Fine Art Paper 44-inch roll: SP91204 Smooth Fine Art 24-inch roll: S041431...
Page 69: Guidelines For Using Epson Papers
Using Roll Paper You can use any roll paper with a 2- or 3-inch core, up to 44 inches wide (Stylus Pro 9600) or 24 inches wide (Stylus Pro 7600). Manually switching from one paper roll to another is a simple process.
Page 70: Guidelines For Using Roll Paper
69, as well as these special guidelines for roll paper: • • • Note The settings you choose in your printer software always override any control panel settings. • Loading the Paper onto the Spindle Note Follow these steps to attach the roll to the spindle: 1.
Page 71: Placing The Paper In The Printer
Follow these steps to place the paper in the printer: 1. Open the roll paper cover. 2. Place the roll paper in the printer as shown. (The white end of the Note 3. Make sure the printer is turned on, then press the...
Page 72 Handling Paper and Other Media 4. Move the paper lever to the released position. 5. Feed the paper into the slot. 6. Pull the paper down so it extends all the way through the slot. 2-72...
Page 73 Handling Paper and Other Media 7. Turn the roll back to remove any slack. Then align the bottom edge of the paper with horizontal the row of holes, as shown. Do not extend the paper past the row of holes. 8.
Page 74: Using The Roll Paper Belt
1. Open the roll paper cover. 2. If the roll paper is loaded for printing, push the paper lever 3. Remove the roll paper and spindle from the printer. 4. Set the spindle upright, with the white end on the floor and 5.
Page 75: Switching Between 2-Inch And 3-Inch Roll Paper
Switching Between 2-Inch and 3-Inch Roll Paper You can convert the spindle to accept roll paper with either a 2-inch or 3-inch core. When the gray adapters are attached at each end, you can use 3-inch rolls. Follow these steps to remove the gray adapters for using 2-inch roll paper: 1.
Page 76: Cutting Paper Manually With The Built-In Cutter
Cut) or on the right and bottom edge (if you’re not using Auto Cut). 1. Press the You can also specify trim 2. Press the r button until lines from your printer driver software. See 3. Press the d button until page 91 (Macintosh) or page 115 (Windows) for 4.
Page 77: Using Cut Sheet Paper
You can print on many types of cut sheet paper and other media. The Stylus Note Pro 9600 accepts sheets ranging from letter-size (8.5 × 11 inches) to 44 inches wide. The Stylus Pro 7600 accepts sheets up to 24 inches wide.
Page 78 Caution 6. Press the To avoid damaging the printer, never move the 7. Print your page. After it is finished, the sheet stays in the printer. paper lever during printing, or while the 8. To remove your print, press the Operate or Pause light is flashing .
Page 79: Printing On Posterboard
Handling Paper and Other Media Printing on Posterboard You can print on heavy stock up to 30 × 40 inches, such as EPSON Enhanced Matte Posterboard. Follow these instructions when you print on posterboard or other media more than 19 mil (0.5 mm) thick.
Page 80 Handling Paper and Other Media 6. Feed the posterboard into the paper slot until it meets resistance. Note 7. Align the board with the scale on the roll paper cover. If you’re using stock more than 39 inches long, load it long-edge first (in landscape orientation).
Page 81: Adjusting The Platen Gap For Thick Or Thin Paper
When you switch media, don’t forget to change the setting back to If you’re printing on non-EPSON media, you may also need to create a paper profile to optimize your results. See page 85.
Page 82: Using The Paper Basket
Handling Paper and Other Media Using the Paper Basket The paper basket attaches to your Stylus Pro 9600 and catches your Note printouts as they come out. (If you’ve bought the optional stand for the Stylus Pro 7600, it has a basket too.) The basket keeps your printouts from getting dirty or scratched.
Page 83: Catching Printouts Under The Printer
3. Make sure the surface of the basket is taut. If there is any slack, the paper may not slide properly to the floor. Catching Printouts Under the Printer To catch printouts under the printer, extend the upper metal rods all the way out. Then push the lower rods all the way in. 2-83...
Page 84: Optimizing The Settings For Your Paper
However, you may want to fine-tune how the printer handles various papers—especially if you use non-EPSON paper or a paper not supported by the driver. Use the paper configuration settings described below. If you’re printing on unusually thick or thin paper, you may also need to adjust the platen gap;...
Page 85: Creating And Selecting Paper Profiles
Handling Paper and Other Media Menu option Function DRYING TIME Use when printing with non-EPSON media. You can make the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on the page. SUCTION Lets you decrease the paper suction level when printing on thinner papers (less than 12 lb), such as CAD drafting paper or backlight film.
Page 86 4-step. PPR FEED Lets you eliminate light or dark horizontal banding in your ADJUSTMENT printouts. When set to 0, the EPSON driver adjusts the paper feed automatically. DRYING TIME Use when printing with non-EPSON media. You can make the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow ink to dry on the page.
Page 87 Handling Paper and Other Media 4. Use the u and d buttons to select the paper profile you want to use (1 to 10). Or, if you want to return to using standard EPSON paper, select 5. Press Enter 6. Press the button to exit the menu.
Page 88 Handling Paper and Other Media 2-88...
Page 89: Printing With Epson Drivers For Macintosh
Chapter 3: Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh Your EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 or 9600 comes with drivers and utilities that let you print and manage print jobs in non-PostScript ® ICC profiles for ColorSync management features from your applications or the driver itself.
Page 90: Choosing Page Setup Options
Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh Choosing Page Setup Options Note Many of the page setup options correspond to paper handling features that you can also set through the control panel. Software options give you additional settings and override control panel settings. Follow these steps to Many application settings override the printer’s...
Page 91: Printing Without Borders
8 inches 20 inches • • 10 inches 24 inches • • 12 inches 36 inches (Stylus Pro 9600 only) • • 14 inches 44 inches (Stylus Pro 9600 only) • • 16 inches • 3-91 .
Page 92 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh To print without borders on one of the listed paper sizes, follow these steps: 1. Make sure your image size is at least 1/4 inch larger all around than the Note The No Margins setting 2.
Page 93: Choosing Basic Print Options
Once you have selected your page setup options, you need to select printing options. The EPSON driver offers automatic settings that optimize print quality and speed when you’re using EPSON media. You can also choose advanced settings for more control over your printer and color management options, as described on page 98.
Page 94 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh 5. Set the 6. Depending on your print mode (Automatic or Custom), you can select Note You can also create your own settings and add them to this list. See page 100 for more information.
Page 95 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh 7. Choose from the following buttons to access additional features: Click to access the printer monitoring and maintenance utilities. • See page 106 for more information about the Status Monitor utility. To use the nozzle check and print head cleaning utilities, see page 132;...
Page 96: Selecting The Correct Media Type Setting
EPSON media when printing with either Photographic Dye ink or UltraChrome ink. If your EPSON paper is not listed, check the instructions included with the paper, or look on the EPSON web site (http://prographics.epson.com). If you are using non-EPSON paper, choose the closest setting. You may have to experiment with different settings to determine which one is best for the media you’re using.
Page 97 Textured Fine Art Paper Synthetic Paper Adhesive Synthetic Paper Adhesive Vinyl Backlight Film Tyvek Brillion Canvas Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh Media Type setting PREMIUM GLOSSY PHOTO PAPER (250) PREMIUM LUSTER PHOTO PAPER PREMIUM SEMIGLOSS PHOTO PAPER PREMIUM SEMIMATTE PHOTO PAPER (250)
Page 98: Choosing Advanced Print Options
Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh Choosing Advanced Print Options The advanced print options give you complete control over your printing environment. Use these settings to experiment or to fine-tune a range of options to meet your individual needs. Follow these steps to print with advanced settings: 1.
Page 99 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh The available print quality settings are limited by the setting. Choose lower print quality for faster printing, or for best quality. 2880dpi 5. Choose any of the following: • MicroWeave Super MicroWeave Eliminate unwanted banding effects. These settings are automatically selected for most media types.
Page 100 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh 6. Choose one of the following Color Management settings: If you turn off color management, you can still control the ink density. See “Paper Configuration Options” on page 102. 7. Click 8. When you’re finished setting advanced printer options, click •...
Page 101: Color Management Settings
Vivid Intensifies colors and lightens the midtones and highlights. Best for print jobs with non-photographic images. 1.5 Gamma Produces the same contrast values as earlier EPSON ink jet printers. 1.8 Gamma Increases contrast. 2.2 Gamma Matches image colors with sRGB devices.
Page 102: Paper Configuration Options
Use this to control the ink saturation level (for example, when you turn off color management in your printer software). Drying Time Use when printing with non-EPSON media. You can make per Print Head the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow Pass ink to dry on the page.
Page 103: Managing Print Jobs
Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh Managing Print Jobs Your printer comes with several utilities that let you check on your print jobs and schedule, cancel, pause, or restart them. First you need to set up background printing, so you can continue to work on your Macintosh while a file is being printed.
Page 104: Using Monitor3
Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh 5. Click 6. Click If you selected print queue until the print time specified or until released using Monitor3, as described in the following section. Using Monitor3 The Monitor3 utility lets you prioritize and control your print jobs as well as monitor their progress.
Page 105 Click the print job whose priority you want to change. Then click the Priority • • • • Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh Double-click a file in the list to preview it Double-click to change the number of copies to be printed Copies Click...
Page 106: Cancelling Printing
2. Do one of the following, depending on whether you’re using 3. Press and hold the Checking Printer Status The Status Monitor utility lets you check the levels of ink in your printer and configure error messages and other features of printer operation. Follow these steps to check ink levels: 1.
Page 107: Selecting Configuration Options
3. To recheck the ink level, click the Monitor, click Selecting Configuration Options You can configure the way you want the printer to handle error and warning messages, ink level checks, and print file storage in the Configuration Settings dialog box. Follow these steps: 1.
Page 108 Temporary Spool folder let you select the folders on your hard disk that store the folder temporary files created when you send a job to the printer. Click the button to change the folder from the default folder shown. Select •...
Page 109: Printing With Epson Drivers For Windows
Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Your Stylus Pro 7600 or 9600 comes with drivers and utilities that let you print and manage print jobs without a RIP. The driver CD-ROM also includes an electronic Reference Guide, which includes more detailed information about the printer and printer software.
Page 110 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Note If you need more information about print options, you can click the Help button on any dialog box. 3. Select a 4. For the ink type, select For professional black-and-white photography, use the Color/B&W Photo...
Page 111 See page 119 for more information. 7. When you’re finished choosing print options, click the Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows one of the following options from the pull-down menu: Automatic print mode Setting Usage Photo-realistic For printing photographic images.
Page 112: Selecting The Correct Media Type Setting
EPSON media when printing with either Photographic Dye ink or UltraChrome ink. If your EPSON paper is not listed, check the instructions included with the paper, or look on the EPSON web site (http://prographics.epson.com). If you are using non-EPSON paper, choose the closest setting. You may have to experiment with different settings to determine which one is best for the media you’re using.
Page 113 Textured Fine Art Paper Synthetic Paper Adhesive Synthetic Paper Adhesive Vinyl Backlight Film Tyvek Brillion Canvas Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Media Type setting PREMIUM GLOSSY PHOTO PAPER (250) PREMIUM LUSTER PHOTO PAPER PREMIUM SEMIGLOSS PHOTO PAPER PREMIUM SEMIMATTE PHOTO PAPER (250)
Page 114: Choosing Paper And Layout Options
Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Choosing Paper and Layout Options Note Many paper options correspond to paper handling features that you can also set through the control panel. Software options give you additional settings and override control panel settings. Follow these steps to choose paper and...
Page 115: Printing Without Borders
Area 8 inches 20 inches • • 10 inches 24 inches • • 12 inches 36 inches (Stylus Pro 9600 only) • • 14 inches 44 inches (Stylus Pro 9600 only) • • 16 inches • 4-115 and select the...
Page 116 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows To print without borders on one of the listed paper sizes, follow these steps: 1. Make sure your image size is at least 1/4 inch larger all around than the Note 2. Select Not all paper sizes are available when No Margins is turned on.
Page 117: Choosing Advanced Print Options
3. If necessary, you can change your 4. Choose one of the following Note Some of these options may not appear, depending on your Media Type setting. Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows and then click Custom following: Print Quality • Economy To save ink •...
Page 118 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows 5. Choose any of the following: 6. Choose one of the following Color Management settings: If you turn off color management, you can still control the ink density. See “Paper Configuration Settings” on page 120.
Page 119: Color Management Settings
Vivid Intensifies colors and lightens the midtones and highlights. Best for print jobs with non-photographic images. 1.5 Gamma Produces the same contrast values as earlier EPSON ink jet printers. 1.8 Gamma Increases contrast. 2.2 Gamma Matches image colors with sRGB devices.
Page 120: Paper Configuration Settings
Controls the ink saturation level (for example, when you turn off color management in your printer software). Drying Time Use when printing with non-EPSON media. You can make per Print Head the print head wait up to 5 seconds after each pass to allow Pass ink to dry on the page.
Page 121: Managing Print Jobs
Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Managing Print Jobs Your printer comes with several utilities that let you check on your print jobs, and cancel, pause, or restart them. The Progress Meter opens each time you send a print job. The Spool Manager (not available with Windows NT) appears on the taskbar when you print.
Page 122: Using The Spool Manager
Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows Using the Spool Manager The Spool Manager (not available with Windows NT) displays the status of your print job files and lets you control them. To open the Spool Manager while you’re printing, click the...
Page 123 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows 1. To open Status Monitor 3 from an application, access the Properties dialog box, as described on page 109. Otherwise, do the following: Windows XP: Click • Start Printers and Other Hardware . Right-click your printer icon and select...
Page 124: Setting Monitoring Preferences
You can choose when and how you want to be notified of problems, whether you want a Status Monitor 3 icon to appear on your Windows taskbar, and whether you want to allow monitoring by other users who share the printer. Follow these steps: 1.
Page 125 3. Click the 4. Select the notification options you want to use. Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows tab, then click the Utility the Speed & Progress dialog box. (See page 126 for more information about using the Speed &...
Page 126: Optimizing Print Speed
Optimizing Print Speed Using the Speed & Progress utility, you can optimize your printer’s parallel port for the fastest data transfer rate and speed up the way your printer driver processes multiple-copy print jobs. 1. Do one of the following: 2.
Page 127 Meter is displayed when you send a print job. • EPSON Printer Port only) lets you optimize the transfer rate of your printer port for EPSON printers instead of using the Windows default printer port. You may see one of these messages beneath the option: Port High speed (DMA) transfer enabled using fast DMA transfer mode.
Page 128 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows 4. Click • Always spool RAW datatype lets you spool documents using the RAW format instead of the EMF (metafile) format. Because the RAW format requires fewer resources, printing is faster and you can avoid certain problems, such as insufficient memory or disk space.
Page 129 Chapter 5: Maintaining Transporting the Printer The EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 and 9600 require very little maintenance to keep working at their best. This chapter describes the following routine procedures: Checking printer status and part life • Running a cleaning cycle •...
Page 130: Maintaining And Transporting The Printer
Using the control panel, you can check the total number of prints, the amount of ink left, or the status of your cutter blade, maintenance tank, and other printer parts. You can either print out a status check, or you can view You can also check the the printer’s status on the control panel.
Page 131: Viewing Status Information
MAINT TANK displayed, using the E*****F To check the status of other printer parts, press d until you see • , then press r . The status of the carriage motor is SERVICE LIFE displayed, using the...
Page 132: Running A Cleaning Cycle
Using the printer’s control panel buttons, as described below Using the Head Cleaning utility in your printer software, as described on page 54 (may not be available if you are accessing the printer over a network) on page 77. (You can print the nozzle check on larger sheets or on roll paper, but you will use more paper.)
Page 133: Cleaning The Print Head From The Control Panel
Cleaning the Print Head from the Control Panel print head. Follow these steps to run the cleaning cycle from the printer’s control panel: 1. Print a nozzle check to make sure the print head needs cleaning, as 2. Make sure all of the H 3.
Page 134: Performing A Power Cleaning
3. Press r until If the lines on the pattern are still missing dots after running a power cleaning, turn the printer off and leave it overnight, then clean the print head again the following morning. If you still see no improvement, contact EPSON for assistance.
Page 135: Aligning The Print Head
Follow these steps to align the print head using the control panel: 1. Make sure the printer is turned on, then load roll paper that is at least 2. Press the 3.
Page 136: Examining The Uni-D All Alignment Pattern
Examining the UNI-D ALL Alignment Pattern Follow these steps when the UNI-D ALL patterns finish printing: 1. Depending on the width of the paper loaded in the printer, more than 2. Look at the display screen on the printer. Notice that it is prompting one set of patterns may be printed.
Page 137: Examining The Bi-D Black Alignment Pattern
3. Use your own eye loupe or the one that came with the printer to Note You must use at least a × eye loupe to check the pattern. 4. Use the u or d button to select the number of the straightest line. Note Note 5.
Page 138 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 2. Look at the display screen on the printer. Notice that it is prompting 3. Use your own eye loupe or the one that came with the printer to Note You must use at least a ×...
Page 139: Examining The Bi-D All Alignment Pattern
Be sure to perform the BI-D BLACK adjustment 1. Depending on the width of the paper loaded in the printer, more than before running this one. 2. Look at the display screen on the printer. It shows Maintaining and Transporting the Printer one set of patterns may be printed.
Page 140 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 3. The printer is now prompting you to choose the best block in the group Note 4. Use your own eye loupe or the one that came with the printer to You must use at least a ×...
Page 141: Replacing Ink Cartridges
* If your printer uses UltraChrome ink, the black ink cartridges may be a When one of the the control panel), the corresponding cartridge is almost out of ink. Make sure you have a replacement cartridge. When the light stays on and before you can continue printing.
Page 142: Purchasing Ink Cartridges
Purchasing Ink Cartridges Caution If you have a Stylus Pro 9600 that uses UltraChrome ink, you can install any combination of 110 ml and 220 ml cartridges. Unless you are planning to switch between black ink modes (see page 146), be sure to replace the black...
Page 143: Installing An Ink Cartridge
Installing an Ink Cartridge Caution Before you start, make sure the printer is on. Then follow these steps to replace an ink cartridge: 1. Note the color of the cartridge whose Leave the empty cartridge in the printer until you are ready to replace it.
Page 144 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 5. Make sure the replacement cartridge is the correct color, and remove it Note 6. Hold the cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer. Then If you can’t insert the cartridge smoothly, you may have the wrong cartridge.
Page 145 Remove the (Photographic Dye or UltraChrome). Remove any cartridges indicated by a cartridge then reinstall it to make sure it’s seated...
Page 146: Switching Between Black Ink Modes
Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Switching Between Black Ink Modes If your printer uses EPSON UltraChrome ink, you can switch between black ink modes to optimize your black ink density for certain paper types (see the next page for the required cartridges): Generally, you should switch black ink modes only if you plan to run a large number of print jobs in the new mode.
Page 147 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer To switch black ink modes, you need the draining cartridge that came with your printer. This is an empty ink cartridge that looks similar to a regular 110 ml cartridge. After deciding on the black ink mode you want to switch to, make sure you have the black ink cartridge(s) you’ll be installing.
Page 148: Selecting The Black Ink Cartridges
If the printer’s maintenance tank is almost used up, you’ll need to replace it as well. The printer tells you during the process if it needs to be replaced, but you may wish to check it in advance; that way, you can make sure you have one available, in case it’s needed.
Page 149 7. Press the mode you want to switch to. Caution 8. The printer displays a message telling you to release the ink lever and Do not turn off the printer once the cartridges are removed. If a power failure occurs, turn the printer back on.
Page 150: Checking The Maintenance Tank
Once you have removed all the ink cartridges, you may see a message telling you to replace the maintenance tank. If so, pull out the tank from the side of the printer and replace it with a new one. If you don’t see this message, Be careful not to spill ink continue on to the next section.
Page 151: Charging The Ink
Make sure you have the correct black ink cartridges available for the black ink mode you’re switching to. Then follow these steps: 1. Insert all the ink cartridges into the printer. Be sure to install the correct If you change your mind about switching black ink 2.
Page 152: Windows Users
Windows Users 1. Click the 2. If not, set the information manually. Click the 3. Click tab in your printer software and make sure the correct Main ink cartridge information is displayed, as shown below. Printer and Option Information cartridge options shown below.
Page 153: Replacing The Paper Cutter Blade
If you notice that your paper isn’t cut cleanly, the cutter blade may need to be replaced. If you use the blade to cut heavy stock or non-EPSON media, you may need to replace it more often (see page 76 for paper types you You can purchase shouldn’t attempt to cut with the built-in cutter).
Page 154 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 7. Push down on the side pin, then turn the latch to the right. Warning The blade is sharp. 8. Carefully remove the cutter blade. Be careful not to lose the spring. Be careful when removing it.
Page 155: Replacing The Maintenance Tank
(U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. Replacement tanks are available from EPSON (part number C12C890071). Maintaining and Transporting the Printer printer returns to normal operation. light on the control panel flashes. When the tank is...
Page 156 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer Follow these steps to replace the tank: 1. Make sure the printer is not printing or performing any other operations Caution 2. Pull out the maintenance tank from the side of the printer. Be careful not to spill ink from the maintenance tank when removing it.
Page 157: Cleaning The Printer
To keep your printer working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Be careful not to touch 1. Make sure the printer is turned off and all the lights on the control panel the gears inside the printer.
Page 158: Transporting Or Storing The Printer
• • • • If any of these items are missing, contact EPSON for assistance in obtaining the necessary parts (see page 11). Preparing the Printer for Shipment Follow the steps below to prepare the printer for shipment. 1. Contact EPSON, as described on page 11, to obtain a Printer 2.
Page 159 7. If the printer is mounted on a stand, you’ll need to remove it from the caster lock 8. Remove the two wing nuts and lock washers securing the printer to the Maintaining and Transporting the Printer setup.
Page 160 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 9. Lift the printer using the hand grips where provided. (See the stickers Warning The Stylus Pro 7600 weighs about 100 lb (50 kg) and should be lifted by two people. The Stylus Pro 9600 weighs...
Page 161: Moving The Printer On The Stand
(page 135) to ensure good print quality. Moving the Printer on the Stand Caution When you need to move the printer a short distance, such as within the same building, you can roll the printer on its casters. Follow these steps: Do not roll the printer 1.
Page 162: Uninstalling And Reinstalling The Printer Software
6. Carefully roll the printer to its new location. Relock the casters and Uninstalling and Reinstalling the Printer Software If you need to uninstall and then reinstall the printer software for any reason, follow the instructions in the appropriate section below. Macintosh 1.
Page 163: Windows
4. If you’re using the USB port in Windows 98 or Me, click in the program list; then click the Printer Devices button. 5. If you want to reinstall your printer software, restart your computer. Then follow the instructions beginning on page 52 to reinstall the software. 5-163...
Page 164 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer 5-164...
Page 165: Solving Problems
• Solving paper problems, including clearing paper jams • Diagnosing Problems The EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 and 9600 include a number of ways to help you diagnose problems: To identify the most common problems, check the messages and lights •...
Page 166: Using The Control Panel To Check The Printer
Solving Problems Using the Control Panel to Check the Printer The control panel includes various lights and a display to indicate the status of the printer: When your ink or paper runs out or a problem occurs, a message appears on the display, and the lights on the control panel come on or flash.
Page 167 Resize your image or load wider paper. the paper loaded in the printer. Paper is not loaded Load the paper into the printer as described on correctly. page 69 (for roll paper) or page 77 (for sheets). Paper lever was...
Page 168 If the message remains, contact EPSON as described on page 11. A printer part will need Note the error number and contact EPSON as to be replaced soon. described on page 11. (If only the cutter blade is worn out, you can replace it yourself.
Page 169: Improving Print Quality
See page 132. • Run a nozzle check and cleaning cycle. See page 132 for instructions. • Make sure the Media Type setting in the printer software is correct for the media you’re printing on. • If you’re using cut sheet media, make sure the printable side is face up.
Page 170 • If you recently changed an ink cartridge, air may have entered the ink delivery system. Remove and reinstall the cartridge to make sure it’s seated properly, then perform several cleaning cycles. See page 132. • Visit www.epson.com to download custom ICC color profiles for your printer. 6-170...
Page 171 • If you’re printing on non-EPSON media, you may need to adjust the paper thickness setting or drying time. Use your printer software (page 102 for Macintosh or page 120 for Windows) to choose the correct setting. When you’re done printing with a custom paper profile, be sure to return the setting to standard (STD).
Page 172 • Make sure the Media Type setting in your printer software is correct for the media you’re printing on. • If you’re printing on non-EPSON media, you may need to adjust the paper thickness setting or drying time. Use your printer software (page 102 for Macintosh or page 120 for Windows) to choose the correct setting.
Page 173: Solving Operational Problems
• Make sure the interface cable is directly connected to the computer without passing through a printer switching device, Zip • If you are using Windows NT 4.0, try uninstalling the EPSON Printer Port. Click Start, point to Programs and EPSON Printers, then click EPSON Printer Port Uninstall.
Page 174: Solving Miscellaneous Printing Problems
• Make sure your software is installed correctly and the printer is selected. garbled characters. • If you are using Windows NT 4.0, try uninstalling the EPSON Printer Port. Click • Clear any stalled print jobs from Monitor3 (Macintosh) or Spool Manager •...
Page 175 CD-ROM that came with your printer for more information. (Macintosh) or 118 (Windows) in this manual for instructions. paper you’re using. hold the Pause button to reset the printer and clear any print job data in the printer’s buffer. Roll Cutter Off, instead of Sheet.
Page 176: Solving Paper Problems
Make sure the platen gap setting is correct for the paper or media you’re printing on. See page 81 for more information. If you’re not using EPSON media, make sure you profile the paper to adjust its thickness and drying time (see page 85).
Page 177: Solving Roll Paper Feeding Problems
• • Solving Roll Paper Feeding Problems If your roll paper is curled too tightly and doesn’t feed out of the printer, you Caution can use the paper guides shown below to help it feed straight (two on the Stylus Pro 7600 and three on the 9600).
Page 178 (squeeze them inward to detach them). This prevents your printouts from getting accidentally marred. If you have the paper basket set up in front of the printer, adjust the paper guides out so they rest on the front of the basket.
Page 179: Clearing Paper Jams
Clearing Paper Jams When paper gets jammed in the printer, printing stops and you see a paper jam: 1. If roll paper is jammed, open the roll paper cover and cut it by hand 2. Push back the paper lever to release the jammed paper.
Page 180 Once the paper is removed, you see the message on the control panel. OFF AND ON the printer off. Wait a few seconds, then press it again to turn the printer back on. light is on and Paper Out the control panel.
Page 181: Printing
360 dpi) 28 billion dots per nozzle Requires replacement approximately every 2 years based on 25% duty cycle Approximately 2,000 B0+ sheets (EPSON media up to 4.33 mil thick); approximately 1,000 B0+ film sheets Bidirectional ® EPSON ESC/P Raster Photographic Driver 215 ±...
Page 182: Environmental
Specifications Environmental Dimensions and Weight Electrical Check the label on the back of your printer for voltage information. Operation 50 to 95 °F Temperature (10 to 35 °C) Humidity 20 to 80% RH (without condensation) Stylus Pro 7600 Height 22.0 inches (560 mm) Width 43.3 inches (1100 mm)
Page 183: Printer Interfaces
If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. Do not use curled, folded, or deckle-edge paper. A-183 Specifications 44.16 inches (Stylus Pro 9600) software application) 12 lb bond up to 1.5 mm posterboard Handles both 2- and 3-inch cored media...
Page 184: Printable Area
Default roll paper margins are 0.55 inches (14 mm) top and bottom, and 0.12 inches (3 mm) right and left. Using the printer software, you can set either all the margins, or just the left and right margins, to zero.
Page 185: Ink Cartridges
* Preliminary data from Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. indicate the lightfastness of color UltraChrome prints made by the EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 and 9600 printers will be rated up to 100 years under glass on specific EPSON media. Data indicate the lightfastness of black and white UltraChrome images printed using the 7-color mode will be rated as greater than 100 years under glass on specific EPSON media.
Page 186 Specifications A-186...
Page 187: Index
Banding, 169, 170 Basic printing Macintosh, 90 to 97 Windows, 109 to 113 Basket, paper cleaning, 157 in front of printer, 82 to 83 under printer, 83 Belt, roll paper, 74 BI-D adjustment, see Aligning print head Black ink modes, switching,...
Page 188 Head unit (print head), checking status, 130 to 131 Heavy media, cutting, 76 Height of printer, 182 Help, EPSON, 11 to 12 High Speed Copies setting, 108, 127 High Speed setting, 99, 118 Humidity requirements, 182 ICM setting, 111, 118...
Page 189 Page Line setting, 76, 91, 115 Page setup options, Macintosh, 90 to 91 Paper attaching to spindle, 70 to 71 configuration settings, 102, 120, custom settings, 84 to 87 custom size, creating, 91, 114 cut sheet, 77 to 81 EPSON, 64 to 69...
Page 190 103 to 108, 121 to 125, 166 motors, checking status, 130 to 131 moving, 158 to 162 Port, EPSON, 127, 173, 174 posterboard, loading, 79 to 81 setting up, 17 to 37 software, installing, 50 to 53 software, uninstalling, 162 to 163...
Page 191 173 roll paper cannot be cut, 175 slow printing, 176 smeared prints, 175 Progress Meter, 121, 127 RAM, see Memory Registering non-EPSON media, 84 to 87 Requirements, system, 12 to 13 Resolution Macintosh, 98 maximum, 181 Windows, 117...
Page 192 Status Monitor Macintosh, 106 to 107 Windows, 122 to 124 Storing printer, 158 to 160 Suction, 102, 120 Support, EPSON, 11 to 12 System requirements, 12 to 13 Technical support, 11 to 12 Temperature requirements, 182 Test Print menu, 130...

Epson 9600 Printer Manual

1 Setting up the Printer

2 Handling Paper and Other Media

3 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Macintosh

4 Printing with EPSON Drivers for Windows

5 Maintaining and Transporting the Printer

6 Solving Problems

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