Epson Stylus Pro 11880 User Manual

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Printing Your Paper Configurations
You can print a list showing the settings for all your paper configurations. 
This makes it easy to select the configuration you want for a particular type 
of paper.
1. Press r 
Menu, then press d to select TEST PRINT. Press r again.
2. Press d to select 
CUSTOM PAPER, then press r.
3. Press   to print your custom paper configurations.
Selecting Paper Configurations
Once you have created a paper configuration, you can select it...

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Your Epson Stylus Pro 11880 comes with drivers and utilities that let you 
print and manage print jobs. For the best black and white photography 
output, the Epson driver offers an Advanced Black and White Photo mode. 
ICC profiles for ColorSync
® are included, so you can use color management 
features in Adobe® Photoshop® or other applications, or in the driver itself. A 
color-managed workflow using Photoshop and a color-calibrated monitor 
will give you the most accurate colors and best output...

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Choosing Page Setup Options
Page Setup options let you choose from several options for printing on cut 
sheets or roll paper. You can also select the orientation of your image and the 
paper size. For printing on roll media, creating a custom page size is 
recommended to make the best use of your paper.
1. Open the file you want to print and select 
Page Setup in your 
application. You see this screen:
2. Open the 
Format for drop-down menu and select...

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3. Click the Paper Size drop-down menu. 
If you’re printing on a cut sheet, choose the size of the paper you are 
using and one of the options listed below. Then continue with 
step 7.
If you’re using roll paper, Epson recommends that you create a 
custom paper size to make the best use of your paper (see page 76 
for instructions).
The following settings are available, depending on the size you choose:
The Sheet setting prints on cut sheet paper with a...

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 Roll Paper - Borderless (Auto Expand) 
prints without borders on 
roll paper and enlarges your image (up to 3%) to fit the size of the 
paper. This selection is recommended for borderless printing with 
minimal clipping of your image. See page 85 for more information.
 Roll Paper - Borderless (Retain Size) prints your image on roll 
paper at the size you specify in your application. You need to size it 
slightly wider than the paper width to print...

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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 81. 
1. Select 
Print in your application. You see the screen shown below:
2. Choose your printer from...

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You see this screen:
4. Select the 
Media Type that corresponds to the paper you are printing 
on. See the table on page 80 for more information.
If you are using a color-managed workflow, make sure you choose media 
type and resolution settings that match the ICC profile you are using. 
5. If the media you are using supports both photo black and matte black 
ink, select the one you want to use.
6. For the Color setting, select 
Color for any type of...

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7. Set the Mode option as follows:
Click Automatic to have the printer driver analyze the contents of 
your image or file and make the appropriate printing adjustments. 
You can choose one of the mode settings shown at the left in the 
drop-down menu:
The 
Charts and Graphs setting intensifies colors and lightens the 
midtones and highlights of an image. Use this setting for 
presentation graphics.
The 
EPSON Standard (sRGB) setting increases the contrast...

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Selecting the Correct Media Type Setting
The table below lists the settings designed to produce the best results on 
Epson media.
If your paper is not listed, check the instructions included with the paper, or 
look on the Epson website (www.proimaging.epson.com). If you are using 
non-Epson paper, consult the manufacturer for the best setting. You may 
have to experiment with different settings to determine which one is best for 
the media you’re using....