Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 User Manual

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Connecting to Your System
You can use USB and/or Ethernet network connections. 
For USB connection, make sure your system has the appropriate port and 
you have a standard, shielded cable up to 10 feet (3 m) in length.
To connect to a network hub, you need a standard RJ-45 CAT-5 network 
cable. To connect directly to your computer’s network interface, you need 
an RJ-45 CAT-5 crossover cable. 
1. Make sure that both the printer and the computer are turned off.
2. Plug the...

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3. Insert the printer software CD-ROM in your computer. The installer 
starts automatically.
You see this screen:
4. Click the 
Install button.
5. Read the license agreement and click 
Accept.
6. For a USB connection, when you see a screen asking you to turn on the 
printer, press the printer’s Ppower button. (Make sure the printer is 
connected; see page 41.) 
For a network connection, click the 
Manual button, select the port you 
created for the printer, and click 
OK.
If...

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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 
r. 
3. Press r again and note the firmware version displayed.
4. When done, press  to exit the menu.
Downloading and Updating the...

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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...

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The Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 is designed to print with white ink on 
selected Epson media, such as Epson ClearProof™ Film and CrystalClear™ 
Film. These media are available as rolls in either a 17-inch or 24-inch width 
(432 mm or 610 mm). You can also print on a variety of other roll paper and 
cut sheet media by customizing the settings for your paper.
Additional film types may be available. Check the Epson Pro Imaging 
website at www.proimaging.epson.com or your Epson Professional Imaging...

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Preparation Before Printing
When printing with Epson film, attach the film basket and use it to 
catch your prints (see page 59).
If you’ve been printing with media other than Epson film, paper dust 
may have accumulated on the platen. This can transfer to your film 
during printing. If necessary, clean the inside of the printer as described 
on page 99.
If the backing material has separated from the film, or if the end of the 
roll is uneven or wrinkled, cut off the end...

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2. Continue to remove the backing slowly and carefully to avoid creasing 
the media.
3. Once you’ve removed the backing, touch a metal part of the printer (or 
other grounded object) to discharge possible static electricity buildup 
caused by removing the backing. 
Additional Handling Precautions
Do not wet the surface of your printouts—for example, by cleaning 
them with a moist cloth. Otherwise water stains may be left behind.
Avoid storing your printouts where they...

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Setting Up Automatic Media Tracking and Identification
Before you load roll media in the printer, you can set up the automatic 
media tracking system. This system prints a barcode on the edge of the film 
that indicates the media type, roll length, and the alert setting.
When the printer is turned on or roll media is placed in the printer, the 
barcode is scanned and the amount of roll media remaining is displayed on 
the LCD panel. You will see an alert message when the...

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Placing the Roll in the Printer
1. Open the roll paper cover. 
2. Push the lock lever down firmly, then move the roll paper holder to the 
left.
 

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3. Set the roll on top of the printer.
4. If necessary, adjust the roll paper adapters to fit the core size of the roll 
paper.
2-inch core:
3-inch core: