Epson Stylus Pro 9700 User Manual

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For network connection, click the Manual button, select the port you 
created for the printer, and click 
OK.
If you didn’t create a port for the printer, select 
FILE.
8. When you see the final installation screen, click 
Exit.
9. Register your printer with Epson, then remove the printer software 
CD-ROM.
10. If you need to create a port, see the on-screen Network Guide.
Go to the next section to update the printer firmware, if necessary.
Installing the Software for Macintosh
Follow the steps below to install the software on a Macintosh. For Windows, 
see page 49.
1. Turn on your Macintosh and your printer.
2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into your CD or DVD drive.
3. Double-click the 
Epson installer icon.
4. Click your printer model.
Note: You can check for a 
newer version of your 
printer driver on the Epson 
support site at 
www.epson.com/support.
 
						

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5. Click the Install button.
6. Read the license agreement and click 
Accept.
7. Follow the instructions to install all necessary software and manuals, 
register your printer, and place a link to the Epson Professional Imaging 
website on your desktop.
8. When you’re done, click 
Exit and eject the CD. Restart your computer 
if prompted.
9. After your Macintosh restarts, do one of the following:
Note: If you see a 
message that the installer 
has detected an older 
version of EpsonNet 
Config on your system, 
you must uninstall the 
older version before you 
can install the new one. 
Open the Applications 
folder and drag the 
EpsonNet folder into the 
trash. Then reinstall your 
printer software.
 
						

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For Mac OS X 10.6 and 10.5, select Print & Fax from System 
Preferences. Click the + button, then select your printer and click 
Add.
For Mac OS X 10.4, open the 
Printer Setup Utility. Click Add. You 
see your printer in the Printer Browser:
For USB connection, select your printer and wait while your Macintosh 
finds the driver and the Add button becomes available. Then click 
Add.
For network connection, click 
More Printers and select a connection, 
such as 
EPSON TCP/IP. Select your printer from the list and click Add. 
Tip: If you want to 
rename the printer for 
easier identification, enter 
a new name for it in the 
Name field on this screen.
 
						

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You see your printer in the Printer List.
10. Go to page 55 to update your printer firmware, if necessary.
 
						

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Updating Your Printer Firmware
To keep your printer features and functionality up to date, you should check 
for a newer version of firmware on the Epson support site and update your 
printer, if necessary.
Checking the Current Firmware Version
1. Press the r Menu button.
2. Press the d button until 
PRINTER STATUS is highlighted, then press 
Menu.
3. Press 
Menu again and note the firmware version displayed. When done, 
press the l button.
Downloading and Updating the Firmware
1. Click the EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 icon on your desktop. You see 
the LFP Remote Panel.
2. Select your printer, then click the 
Firmware Updater button.
When you see the prompt, click 
OK to have the EPSON LFP Remote 
Panel utility automatically locate and download the latest firmware from 
the Epson website.
If you need to download the firmware manually, visit Epson’s U.S. 
support website (www.epson.com/support) or Canadian support 
website (www.epson.ca/support), select your product, then click 
Drivers & Downloads.
Choose the firmware update version for Windows or Macintosh and 
follow the instructions on the screen.
3. Make sure your printer is turned on, its LCD displays 
READY, and it is 
connected to your computer or network, then choose your printer.
4. Click 
Browse and find the firmware file that you just downloaded and 
extracted. Select the file and click 
Choose or Open.
5. If the firmware version of the file is newer, click 
Update to start the 
firmware updating process. (If it is the same, you don’t need to update.)
Tip: For best results, use 
a USB connection when 
you update the firmware 
on your printer.
Note: For more 
information on using the 
LFP Remote Panel, click 
Help to see the on-screen 
guide. Caution: Don’t turn off 
the printer while the 
firmware is updating. 
 
						

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6. When the update is complete, close the Firmware Updater window and 
Epson LFP Remote window.
If you connected your printer to a network, follow the instructions in the 
next section to configure the printer for your network.
Configuring the Printer’s Network Adapter
Once the printer is connected to your network, follow these steps to 
configure it:
1. Turn on the printer.
2. Start EpsonNet Config. The EpsonNet Config program searches for all 
Epson printers on the network and displays the MAC address and IP 
address for each printer that it finds.
3. Highlight the printer that you want to configure and click 
Configuration to access the TCP/IP selection screen.
4. If necessary, contact your network administrator for instructions on 
assigning an appropriate IP address.
For more information on configuring the printer, see the on-screen Network 
Guide.
Note: After you install 
the software, you need to 
load paper and print a 
test image. If the print 
quality is satisfactory, 
your setup is done. If not, 
you may need to align the 
print head, as described 
on page 156.
 
						

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The Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and Pro 9700 print on a variety of media, 
including roll paper and cut sheets in widths up to 24 inches (610 mm) for 
the Pro 7700 or 44 inches (1118 mm) for the Pro 9700. You can also use 
heavy stock, such as posterboard up to 59 mil (1.5 mm) thick.
This chapter includes the following information:
Selecting media for your printer
Using roll paper
Using cut sheet paper
Using the paper basket
Optimizing the settings for your paper
Selecting Media for Your Printer
Epson offers a variety of coated, glossy, matte, and fine art paper, as well as 
other media, for your printer. 
The following table shows the paper sizes you can use:
Supported paper sizes
Roll paperCut sheets
Pro 9700
Width 10 to 44.0 in. 
(203 to 1118 mm)Letter size up to 44 in. 
(1118 mm)
Length 2 in. core: 147.6 ft (45 m)
3 in. core: 662.7 ft (202 m)Up to 62.2 inches (1580 mm) 
Pro 7700
Width 10 to 24.0 in. 
(203 to 610 mm) Letter size up to 24 in. 
(610 mm)
Length 2 in. core: 147.6 ft (45 m)
3 in. core: 662.7 ft (202 m)Up to 36 inches (914 mm)
Maximum 
external roll 
diameter2 in. core: 4 in. (103 mm)
3 in. core: 6 in. (150 mm)—
Thickness3.15 to 19.7 mil 
(0.08 to 0.5 mm)3.15 to 59 mil (0.08 to 1.5 mm)
Chapter 2:  
Handling Paper 
and Other 
Media
 
						

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Always test samples of paper stock in the printer before purchasing large 
quantities or printing large jobs. If you use non-Epson paper or other media, 
you may need to adjust various settings and create special paper 
configurations. See page 82 for instructions.
Available Epson Special Media 
One of the key elements for achieving professional quality prints is selecting 
paper that is specifically optimized for your printer. Epson offers a complete 
lineup of professional media for a variety of applications. Most Epson 
professional media are available in sizes from small cut sheets to wide-format 
rolls. Check the Epson Professional Imaging website at 
www.proimaging.epson.com or your Epson Professional Imaging 
Authorized Reseller for available media. 
For more details about compatible papers, see page 196.
Guidelines for Using Epson Media
Follow these guidelines, as well as those included in your paper package, 
when printing on Epson paper and other media:
Avoid touching the printable surface with your bare hands. Fingerprints 
may affect print quality. Handle media by the edges or use cotton 
gloves.
Be careful not to bend or scratch the paper.
Always choose the correct Media Type setting in your printer driver 
software before you send your job. See page 88 (Windows), or page 130 
(Mac OS X) for instructions.
Always select the correct paper source (roll or sheet) in both the printer 
driver software and on the printer’s control panel. See page 93 or 
page 96 (Windows), or page 126 (Mac OS X) for instructions on 
selecting the paper source in your printer software.
Keep unused media in its original packaging and store it in a cool, dry 
place to maintain quality. Avoid storing your printouts where they will 
be exposed to high temperature, humidity, or direct sunlight.
Store sheet media on a flat surface.
 
						

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Using Roll Paper
You can use roll paper with a 2- or 3-inch core and a width of up to 
24 inches (61 cm) for the Pro 7700, or 44 inches (112 cm) for the Pro 9700. 
Manually switching rolls is a simple process. 
Roll Paper Guidelines 
When printing on roll paper, be sure to follow the media handling 
guidelines on page 58, as well as these special guidelines for roll paper:
When storing roll paper, keep it in its original packaging—including the 
bag, end caps, and box.
To avoid feeding excess paper, make sure the  Sheet icon does not 
appear on the LCD display. Press the lPaper Source button until the 
 or   roll icon appears.
Choose  if you want the paper to be cut automatically after each 
page is printed. 
Choose  if you want to print a series of pages and keep them together 
for cutting later on or use the Auto Take-up Reel (Pro 9700 only).
If you’re loading heavy paper, you may need to increase the paper 
suction by pressing the uPaper Feed button. For lightweight paper, 
decrease the suction by pressing the dPaper Feed button. 
Do not leave roll paper loaded in the printer when it is not in use.
Selecting the Paper Type
Whenever you load a new type of paper, you need to select the paper type on 
the printer’s control panel.
1. Press r 
Menu.
2. Press u or d to select 
PAPER SETUP, then press r.
3. Select 
PAPER TYPE, then press r.
4. Select the paper that you are using as listed on page 60, then press the 
OK button to save the setting.
5. Press   to exit the menu.
 
						

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If your paper does not appear on the control panel, 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. 
* Other Media Type settings in the list can be used to experiment with other 
paper types.
For this mediaSelect this Media Type setting*
Premium Luster Photo Paper (260) Premium Luster Photo Paper (260)
Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250) Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250)
Premium Semi-gloss Photo Paper (250) Premium Semigloss Photo Paper 
(250)
Premium Semimatte Photo Paper (260) Premium Semimatte Photo Paper 
(260)
Premium Glossy Photo Paper (170) Premium Glossy Photo Paper (170)
Premium Semi-gloss Photo Paper (170) Premium Semigloss Photo Paper 
(170)
Premium Glossy Photo Paper 
Premium Photo Paper GlossyPremium Glossy Photo Paper
Premium Semi-gloss Photo Paper 
Premium Photo Paper SemiglossPremium Semigloss Photo Paper
Premium Luster Photo Paper 
Ultra Premium Photo Paper LusterPremium Luster Photo Paper
Doubleweight Matte Paper Doubleweight Matte Paper
Singleweight Matte Paper Singleweight Matte Paper
Presentation Paper Matte Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper
Enhanced Matte Paper
Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Somerset Velvet (roll paper only)Enhanced Matte Paper
Plain paper
Plain paper (line drawing)
Tracing paperPlain Paper
Enhanced Adhesive Synthetic Paper Enhanced Adhesive Synthetic Paper
Enhanced Matte Posterboard
Somerset Velvet (cut sheets only)Enhanced Matte Poster Board