Epson SC-P9000 Series User Manual

User's Guide
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Epson SC-P9000 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Epson
Model	SC-P9000 Series
Category	Printer
Language	English

Summary

Copyrights and Trademarks

Introduction

Important Safety Instructions

Read all instructions before using the printer and follow all warnings marked on the product.

Printer Parts Overview

Identification and description of front and back components, indicator lights, and ports.

Basic Operations

Roll Paper Handling

Instructions for loading, cutting, and removing roll paper from the printer.

Cut Sheet Handling and Paper Type Settings

Procedures for loading/removing cut sheets and setting the correct paper type.

Paper Basket Usage and Adjustment

Guidelines for using the paper basket for rear and front paper ejection.

Using the Auto Take-up Reel Unit

Operation and control panel usage for the optional auto take-up reel unit.

Printing Procedures (Windows and Mac OS X)

Steps for printing documents from Windows and Mac OS X applications.

Canceling Printing Operations

Methods for canceling print jobs from Windows, Mac OS X, or the printer.

Printable Area and Margins

Details on the printer's printable area for roll paper and cut sheets.

Changing the Type of Black Ink

Instructions for automatically and manually switching between Photo and Matte Black ink.

Power Management Features

Configuration of Sleep Mode and Power Off Timer for energy saving.

Using the Optional Hard Disk Unit

Hard Disk Unit Functionality and Management

Overview of extended functions, viewing print jobs, and print job management.

Saving Print Jobs to Hard Disk

Procedures for saving print jobs via the printer driver in Windows and Mac OS X.

Using the Printer Driver (Windows)

Accessing Driver Settings and Help

Steps to display the printer driver settings screen and access help.

Customizing Printer Driver Settings

Saving settings, adding paper types, rearranging items, and utility tab functions.

Using the Printer Driver (Mac OS X)

Accessing Driver Settings and Help (Mac OS X)

Steps to display driver settings and access help on Mac OS X.

Using and Managing Presets

Saving, deleting, and using presets for frequently used settings.

Epson Printer Utility 4 Functions

Performing maintenance tasks like Nozzle Check and Head Cleaning.

Printing Varieties

Auto Color Adjustment by PhotoEnhance (Windows)

Using PhotoEnhance for automatic color correction in Windows applications.

Correct Color and Print Settings

Selecting color correction modes and making settings in Windows and Mac OS X.

Printing Black and White Photos

Adjusting image data for black and white printing in Windows and Mac OS X.

Borderless Printing Overview and Methods

Types of borderless printing and methods like Auto Expand and Retain Size.

Roll Paper Cutting Procedures

Specifying cutting operations for borderless printing on roll paper.

Borderless Printing Setup Procedures (Windows & Mac OS X)

Setting procedures for borderless printing in Windows and Mac OS X.

Enlarged/Reduced Printing Methods

Methods for enlarging or reducing print data size.

Fit to Page / Scale to Paper Size

Fitting print to page size or scaling for paper size in Windows and Mac OS X.

Custom Scale Settings (Windows & Mac OS X)

Setting custom scale values for printing in Windows and Mac OS X.

Multi-Page Printing Options and Settings

Printing multiple pages on one sheet and configuring multi-page settings.

Poster Printing Procedures (Windows Only)

Automatically enlarging and dividing print data to create posters.

Joining Output Paper Together

Steps for joining printed pages together for borderless and margin poster printing.

Printing at Non-Standard Sizes

Setting and printing documents with non-standard paper sizes.

Setting Custom Paper Sizes (Windows & Mac OS X)

Registering custom paper sizes in the printer driver for Windows and Mac OS X.

Banner Printing Procedures

Creating and setting print data for banner printing in Windows and Mac OS X.

Layout Manager Function (Windows Only)

Placing multiple print data items on paper for efficient printing.

Saving and Recalling Layout Manager Settings

Saving and opening layout configurations for future use.

Color Management Printing

Understanding Color Management and Settings

Introduction to color management, profiles, and print settings overview.

Setting Color Management Profiles

Settings for input profiles, printer profiles, and intent (matching methods).

Setting Color Management with Applications

Performing color management within applications that support it.

Color Management via Host ICM (Windows)

Using Host ICM for color management printing in Windows.

Color Management via ColorSync (Mac OS X)

Using ColorSync for color management printing on Mac OS X.

Color Management via Driver ICM (Windows)

Using Driver ICM for color management printing in Windows.

Using the Control Panel Menu

Control Panel Menu Navigation and Overview

How to operate the control panel menus, including Maintenance and Print Queues.

Maintenance Menu Descriptions

Detailed descriptions of maintenance items like Nozzle Check and Head Cleaning.

Print Queues Menu Details

Information on viewing and managing print queues, held jobs, and saved jobs.

Paper Menu Options and Settings

Configuring paper types, roll paper remaining, and roll paper setup.

Printer Setup Menu Options

Settings for platen gap, paper checks, nozzle checks, timer cleaning, and ink changes.

Printer Status Menu Options

Viewing printer status, firmware version, and option status.

Option Setup and Network Setup Menus

Configuration options for SpectroProofer, Auto Take-up Reel Unit, and network settings.

Preferences and Administrator Menus

Settings for language, units, sleep mode, power off timer, and administrator controls.

Maintenance

Print Head Maintenance Overview

Introduction to print head maintenance, auto nozzle check, and timer cleaning.

Checking for Clogged Nozzles

Methods for checking clogged nozzles using printed patterns and the control panel.

Cleaning the Print Head

Procedures for cleaning the print head from the computer and the printer.

Adjusting Print Misalignments (Head Alignment)

Procedures for adjusting print head alignment to correct misalignments.

Replacing Ink Cartridges and Maintenance Boxes

Step-by-step guides for replacing ink cartridges and maintenance boxes.

Replacing the Cutter

Instructions for replacing the printer's built-in cutter.

Cleaning the Printer (Outside, Inside, and Roller)

Procedures for cleaning the printer's exterior, interior, and rollers.

Problem Solver

Troubleshooting Common Error Messages

Solutions for common printer error messages displayed on the control panel.

Troubleshooting Printer Operation and Performance

Resolving issues related to printing, power, network, quality, jams, and color accuracy.

Ink Usage and Paper Cutting Issues

Addressing rapid ink consumption, unclean paper cuts, and internal lights.

Color Measurement and Power Cut Issues

Resolving color measurement errors and issues after a power cut.

Appendix

Options and Consumable Products

List of available options and consumable products, including ink cartridges.

Epson Special Media Information

Details on supported Epson special media, including size, borderless, and calibration.

Supported Commercially Available Paper Specifications

Paper specifications for non-Epson media, including roll paper and cut sheet requirements.

Custom Paper Settings Procedures

Steps for setting custom paper configurations via the printer and driver.

Printer Moving and Transporting Precautions

Guidelines for safely moving and transporting the printer.

System Requirements for Printer Driver

System requirements for installing and using the printer driver on Windows and Mac OS X.

Printer Specifications Table

Technical specifications including printing method, resolution, memory, and power consumption.

Printer Dimensions, Weight, and Ink Specifications

Physical dimensions, weight, ink cartridge details, storage, and approvals.

Where To Get Help

Epson Technical Support and Contact Information

Accessing Epson's technical support website and contacting support.

Regional Support Information

Contact details and resources for users in North America, Europe, and Australia.

Software License Terms

Open Source Software License Overview

Information on the open source software programs included with the printer.

Apple Public Source License (APSL) Details

Definitions, terms, conditions, and restrictions of the Apple Public Source License.