Epson Stylus Photo R2880 User Manual

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Loading Roll Paper
You can load roll paper or canvas media for printing large images, panoramic 
images, or multiple photos, with or without borders. 
You can load roll paper in these widths: 
■8.3-inches wide
■13-inches wide
(See page 16 for a list of roll paper and canvas media types and sizes.)
Tip: 
It’s a good idea to check the ink status and replace cartridges, if necessary, before 
loading roll paper (see page 38). This is because you must remove roll paper from the 
printer before replacing cartridges to avoid ink marks on the paper.
1. Turn on the printer.
2. Remove any paper loaded in the sheet feeder and remove the single sheet 
guide, if it is installed (see page 8). Also close the paper support.
3. Open the output tray, but do not pull out the extensions.
4. Place the roll paper holders on each end of the paper roll as shown.
5. Remove any tape and protective paper from the 
end of the roll and make sure the corners of the 
paper are cut straight and at 90° angles to avoid 
paper feeding problems.
90°
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Note: 
Avoid touching the surface of your paper or canvas media.
With canvas media that you have previously loaded, it’s a good idea to cut the edge 
straight each time you reload it.
6. Insert the left roll paper holder (marked with a down orange triangle) into the 
far left slot on the back of the printer (marked with a right orange triangle). 
Then insert the right roll paper holder in the corresponding slot on the right.
7. Feed the end of the paper into the roll paper feeder, 
located behind the roll and marked with the Mroll 
paper icon.
8. Slide the roll paper edge guide against the right side of 
the paper, but not too tightly.
Caution: 
Do not load roll paper or canvas media into the auto sheet 
feeder (marked with up orange triangles).
9. Guide the paper into the slot until it meets resistance and hold it there until 
the printer pulls it in slightly. Once the printer begins feeding the paper, let go 
of it.
Note: 
When loading canvas media, leave 2 to 3 inches of slack in the roll as it feeds and 
prints for the best results. If you have trouble feeding canvas media, check that the 
edge is straight and reload it, making sure to keep the roll slack.
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							Loading Paper13 10. Open the printer cover and look into the 
printer to make sure the roll paper or canvas 
media is feeding straight. The paper must feed 
straight so the printer can properly identify the 
edge of it.
If it is crooked or the front edge is visible, you 
may receive a paper jam error when you print. 
To avoid this, press the Mroll paper button 
for three seconds to back the paper out. Press 
the Ipaper button to clear the paper out 
error, then load the roll paper or canvas media 
again.
11. For roll paper, turn the knobs on the roll paper holders backward to remove 
the excess slack. (Leave 2 to 3 inches of slack for canvas media.)
12. Close the printer cover and do not open it during printing.
Removing Roll Paper Prints and Roll Paper
1. To remove your roll paper or canvas media prints, press the Mroll paper 
button to feed the paper forward, then cut off your printed photos straight 
across the paper at the cutting guideline.
Caution: 
Do not pull on the paper as you cut it to avoid damaging your printout. Also do not 
cut the paper too close to the printer to avoid paper feeding problems.
2. To continue printing on roll paper or canvas media, press the Mroll paper 
button again to return the paper to printing position.
3. If you are finished printing on roll paper or canvas media, press and hold the 
Mroll paper button for 3 seconds to feed the paper backward and out of the 
printer. If it does not feed all the way out, press the Mroll paper button again.
4. Turn the knobs on the roll paper holders backward to roll up the paper, then 
remove the paper and holders from the printer.
5. Press the Ipaper button to stop the Ipaper light from flashing.
Store the unused roll paper or canvas media in its original package away from high 
temperatures, humidity, and direct sunlight.
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Loading Thick Media
Use the front manual feed slot to load 13 × 19-inch media that is 1.0 to 1.3 mm 
thick.
Note: 
Make sure there is enough space behind the printer for the media to feed through the 
printer.
1. Turn on the printer.
2. Remove any roll paper, canvas media, or paper loaded in the sheet feeder or 
single sheet guide. Then close the paper support. 
3. If necessary, remove the single sheet guide (see page 8) or roll paper holders 
(see page 13).
4. Open the output tray, but do not pull out the extensions.
5. Open the front manual feed slot cover and slide the edge guide left.
6. Insert one sheet of thick media into the front manual feed slot, short edge first 
with the printable side face-up, until the trailing edge is aligned with the 
arrows.
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							Loading Paper15 7. Slide the edge guide to the side of the media, but not too tightly.
Note: 
If the printer doesn’t load the media and the 
I paper light flashes when printing 
starts, gently pull out the media and turn off the printer. Then turn on the printer 
and try again.
Caution: 
Don’t turn off the printer when thick media is loaded or you may damage the 
printer. To remove the media from the printer without printing, gently pull out the 
media.
8. When you’re finished printing on thick media, close the front manual feed 
slot cover.
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Available Epson Papers
Epson offers a wide array of high quality papers, making it easy to maximize the 
impact of your photos, presentations, and creative projects.
You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central
SM at 
www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can 
also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, 
call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
Paper nameSize
Part 
numberSheet 
count
Epson Premium Photo Paper 
Glossy4 × 6 inches S041808
S041727
S04211940
100
250
5 × 7 inches S041464
S04212020
250
8 × 10 inches S041465
S04212120
250
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041286
S041283
S04166720
25
50
11 × 14 inches S041466 20
B (11 × 17 inches) S041290 20
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches) S041288 20
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041289 20
8.3 inches × 32 feet S041376 Roll
13 inches × 32 feet S041378 Roll
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper 
Glossy4 × 6 inches S041934
S042181
S04217450
60
100
5 × 7 inches S041945 20
8 × 10 inches S041946 20
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041935
S042182
S04217520
25
50
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Epson Photo Paper Glossy 4 × 6 inches S041809
S04203850
100
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041141
S041649
S04127120
50
100
B (11 × 17 inches) S041156 20
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041143 20
Epson Premium Photo Paper 
Semi-gloss4 × 6 inches S041982
S04212240
250
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041331 20
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041327 20
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper 
LusterLetter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041405
S04191350
250
A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches) S041602 250
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches) S041406 50
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041407
S04160450
100
8.3 inches × 32.8 feet S041408 Roll
13 inches × 32.8 feet S041409 Roll
Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S045033 25
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S045037 25
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation 
Paper MatteLetter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041341
S04191450
250
A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches) S041603 250
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches) S041343 50
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041339
S04160550
100
Paper nameSize
Part 
numberSheet 
count
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Epson Premium Presentation 
Paper Matte8 × 10 inches S041467 50
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041257
S04218050
100
11 × 14 inches S041468 50
A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches) S041260 50
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041263 50
Epson Premium Presentation 
Paper Matte Double-sidedLetter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041568 50
Epson Presentation Paper Matte Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041062 100
Legal (8.5 × 14 inches) S041067 100
B (11 × 17 inches) S041070 100
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041069 100
Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041636 20
Super B (13 × 19 inches) S041637 20
Epson Watercolor Paper Radiant 
WhiteSuper B (13 × 19 inches) S041351 20
Epson UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper 
325 gsmSuper B (13 × 19 inches) S041896 25
PremierArt Matte Scrapbook Photo 
Paper for EpsonLetter (8.5 × 11 inches) SCR1002 20
12 × 12 inches SCR1003 10
Epson Premium Canvas Satin 13 inches × 20 feet S045066 Roll
Epson Premium Canvas Matte 13 inches × 20 feet S045072 Roll
Epson Bright White Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041586 500
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive 
SheetsA4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches) S041106 10
Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer 
PaperLetter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041153 10
Paper nameSize
Part 
numberSheet 
count
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Printing From Start to Finish
This section describes basic printing from your Windows® or Macintosh® 
computer. For detailed instructions, see the on-screen Reference Guide. 
You can also print label designs directly onto ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs. See 
page 31 and the on-screen Reference Guide for details.
To print photos directly from a PictBridge
®-compatible digital camera connected 
to the R2880, see the on-screen Reference Guide.
Tip: 
It’s a good idea to check for updates to your Epson Stylus Photo R2880 software. See 
“Checking for Software Updates” on page 49 for instructions.
Printing in Windows
1. Open a photo or document in a printing program, open the File menu, and 
select 
Print.
2. Select 
EPSON Stylus Photo R2880 and click the Preferences or 
Properties button.
Note: 
If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Preferences or 
Properties on the next screen.
Click here to open 
your printer software Select EPSON Stylus 
Photo R2880
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3. On the Main tab, select the Media Type setting that matches the paper you 
loaded (see page 30).
Note: 
The available media types vary depending on the type of black ink cartridge 
currently installed (see page 44).
4. For the Color setting, select Color for any type of photographic printing. To 
print black and white photos using Advanced B&W Photo mode, see your 
on-screen Reference Guide for instructions.
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