Epson Stylus Pro 10600 User Manual

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Macintosh System Requirements
To use your printer in either a standalone or peer-to-peer network 
environment, your system should include the requirements listed below:
For USB connection: Power Macintosh® G3, G4, or iMac™ series 
(System 8.5.1 through 9.x; System 9.2.2 or later recommended)
For IEEE 1394 connection: iMac DV, G3, or G4 series (System 8.6 or 
later with FireWire
® Update 2.1 or later)
For 10/100 BaseT Ethernet connection: iMac, G3, or G4 series (System 
8.5.1 through...

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Windows System Requirements
To use your printer in either a standalone or peer-to-peer network 
environment, your system should include the requirements listed below:
IBM®-compatible PC with a Pentium® III 500 MHz (Pentium IV 
1.3 GHz or higher processor recommended)
For parallel connection: Windows 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, or XP
For USB connection: PC with USB port running Windows 98 (factory 
installed), Me, 2000, or XP
For IEEE 1394 connection: PC with FireWire port running...

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ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product 
meets the E
NERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. 
The EPA E
NERGY STAR Office Equipment program is a voluntary 
partnership with the computer and office equipment industry to promote 
the introduction of energy-efficient personal computers, monitors, printers, 
fax machines, and copiers in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by 
power generation. 
Important Safety Instructions
Before...

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Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plugs can be easily 
unplugged.
Placez l’imprimante près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être 
débranchée facilement.
Do not let the power cords become damaged or frayed.
If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere 
rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the 
cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of all 
devices plugged into the wall outlet does...

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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.
Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge 
package. For best results, use cartridges within six months of installation.
 

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Setting Up the Printer|1-1
Follow the steps in this chapter to assemble the printer, install the software, 
and make any necessary adjustments. You should allow at least two hours for 
this process.
This chapter covers the following information:
Unpacking and assembly
Connecting the power cord
Installing the ink cartridges
Loading the roll paper
Connecting the printer to your computer
Installing the printer software
Optimizing print speed
Running a nozzle check
Aligning the print head...

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Unpacking and Assembly
Follow these steps to unpack and assemble your printer. 
Unpacking the Stand
After unpacking the stand, make sure you have all these items:
Cross bar Upright 
supports
Paper basket
Metal rods, 
short Metal rods, 
long
Paper supports (10)
Bolts
Allen wrench
Wing nuts 
and washers
 

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Assembling the Stand
1. Insert the cross bar into one of the upright supports as shown. Then 
attach it with two bolts using the included Allen wrench. (Leave the 
bolts a little loose until you attach the other end.)
2. Attach the upright support to the other end.
3. Tighten all four bolts securely.
Bolts
 

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Unpacking the Printer
After unpacking the printer, make sure all these items are included:
3-inch roll paper spindle
2-inch roll paper spindle 
with Doubleweight Matte Paper
Roll paper belts for 2-inch roll paper
Power cord Printer
Roll paper belts for 3-inch roll paper
Ink cartridges (6)UltraChrome model only: additional black 
ink cartridge and ink draining cartridge
Label for ink 
compartment cover
 

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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: