Main
Large Format Printer
User's Guide
Contents
Basic Printing Workflow 15
Printing procedure 16
Canceling print jobs 24
Pausing Printing 27
Enhanced Printing Options 29
Windows Software 137
Printer Driver 138
Preview 168
Free Layout 178
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy 200
Print Plug-In for Office 209
Mac OS Software 247
Printer Driver 248
Preview 266
Free Layout 287
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy 310
Handling and Use of Paper 325
Paper 326
Handling rolls 337
Handling sheets 360
Output Stacker 367
Control Panel 427
Operations and Display Screen 428
Printer Menu 437
Printer Parts 461
Printer parts 462
Print Job Management 501
Status Monitor (Windows) 502
Printmonitor (Mac OS) 504
Accounting (Windows) 506
Adjustments for Better Print Quality 519
Maintenance and Consumables 533
Troubleshooting 579
Printing does not start 589
The printer stops during a print job 590
Error Message 609
Error Messages 610 Messages regarding paper 612
Messages regarding ink 620
Messages regarding printing or adjustment 622
Messages regarding printheads 624
Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge 626
Other Messages 627
Specifications 629
Appendix 633
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Basic Printing Workflow
Printing procedure
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Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets
Roll printing
Turning the Printer On and Off
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Turning the printer on
Turning the printer off
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Loading and Printing on Sheets
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Printing in Windows
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Printing from Mac OS
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Registering the printer
Printing from the application software
Canceling print jobs
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Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel
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Pausing Printing
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Pausing Printing
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Enhanced Printing Options
Choosing Paper for Printing
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Choosing a Paper for Printing
Printing Photos and Office Documents
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Printing Photos and Images (Windows)
Printing Photos and Images
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Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS)
Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS)
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You can check the settings values selected in the EPrint Target list by clicking GView set..
Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals
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Adjusting Images
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Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows)
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Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows)
Choose Print in the application menu.
Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.
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Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing
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The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution.
*1: Options suitable for the selected Print Priority are listed under Print Quality.
Color Settings
Enhancing printing quality
Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows)
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Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows)
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Printing enlargements or reductions
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Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows)
Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size
Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows)
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Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width
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Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows)
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows)
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Printing at full size
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Printing on Oversize Paper
Printing at Full Size (Windows)
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Printing at Full Size (Mac OS)
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Borderless Printing at Actual Size
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Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows)
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Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows)
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Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS)
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Borderless Printing
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Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size
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Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows)
Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width
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Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows)
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Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows)
Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS)
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Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes
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Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing)
Fit Roll Paper Width
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows)
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Registering a Custom Paper Size
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Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS)
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Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes
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Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows)
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows)
Registering and Printing With a Custom Paper Size
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Printing by using Custom Size
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS)
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Tiling and multiple pages per sheet
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Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other
Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows)
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Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS)
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Printing Posters in Sections
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Printing Large Posters (Windows)
Printing Large Posters (Windows)
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Centering originals
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Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows)
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows)
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Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS)
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Printing Originals Centered on Sheets
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Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows)
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Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS)
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Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS)
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Conserving roll paper
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Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows)
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows)
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Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows)
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Checking Images Before Printing
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Other useful settings
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Printing With Watermarks
Printing with WatermarksCOPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows)
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You can check the settings values selected in the EPrint Target list by clicking GView Settings.
Click DEdit Watermark to open the Edit Watermark dialog box. In the Edit Watermark dialog box, you
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation
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Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows)
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Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS)
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Cutting Roll Paper After Printing
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Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows)
Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows)
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Main Sheet
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Common Items
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Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box
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Paper Size Options Dialog Box
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Preview Main Window
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Dialog Area
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Printing with Selecting the Layout
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Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page
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Resizing by specifying a scaling value
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Finished Size Settings Dialog Box
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Binding Settings Dialog Box
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Prints using Folded Duplex
Prints using Folded Duplex
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To start by selecting Printers and Faxes from the start button
To start by selecting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy from the start button
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Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder
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Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER.
Scanning the original and print an enlargement
Print Plug-In for Office
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Steps to install
Print Plug-In for Officefeatures
Enabling Print Plug-In for Office for items disabled in Office applications
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To start from Microsoft Word
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Print Matching Roll Width(Word)
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Borderless Printing(Word)
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Multi-Page Printing(Word)
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Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word)
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Create Page Size in Portrait or Landscape Orientation.
To start from Microsoft PowerPoint
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Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint)
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Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint)
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Create Page Size in Portrait or Landscape Orientation.
To start from Microsoft Excel
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Configuring Special Settings
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Click OK to close the Special Settings dialog box.
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Mac OS Software
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Checking a preview of the settings
Checking a print preview
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Common Items
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Adjusting Color
Adjusting Monochrome
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Print on the Center
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Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees
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Display with All
Display with Fitting to the Width of the Paper
Display with All
Display with Actual Size
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Moving a Page
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Adjusting Color
Adjusting Monochrome
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Page Setup Dialog Box
Page Setup Dialog Box
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Resizing by means of mouse operation
Resizing by specifying a scaling value
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Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions)
Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions)
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Deleting a Hot Folder
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Deleting a Hot Folder
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Advanced Settings
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Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER.
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Scanning the original and print an enlargement
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Handling and Use of Paper
Paper
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Paper Sizes
Types of Paper
Paper Sizes
Sheets
Sheets of the following sizes are supported.
Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper
Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper
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Printing Using Existing Settings
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Updating paper information
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Updating paper information
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Handling rolls
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Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder
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Loading Rolls in the Printer
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Removing the Roll from the Printer
Specifying the Paper Length
Specifying the Paper Length
Feeding Roll Paper Manually
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Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left
Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left
Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls
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Mac OS
Select the Main pane and click CSettings in AMe- dia Type.
Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls
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(See "Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS).")
Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls
How rolls are cut after ejection varies depending on printer settings.
preset cutting mode.
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Eject (when the paper surface is being scratched / to wait for ink to dry)
printed documents may be damaged.
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Manual (for paper of which the leading edge rubs the printhead)
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Paper cutting (to have the roll cut at your specified position)
Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically
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Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls
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Handling sheets
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Loading Sheets in the Printer
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Removing Sheets
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Output Stacker
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Using the Output Stacker
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Storing the Output Stacker
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Media Configuration Tool (Windows)
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Drivers Applicable with Media Configuration Tool
Installation Procedures
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Media Configuration Tool Main Window
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Add Custom Paper
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About the Cutter
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Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS)
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Drivers Applicable with Media Configuration Tool
Procedures for Installing
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Adding Media Types
Adding Media Types
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Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper
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About the Cutter
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Control Panel
Operations and Display Screen
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Control Panel
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Printer status and modes
Printer status is classified according to the following five modes.
Display Transitions in Normal Status
Display Transitions in Error Status
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Checking Instructions During Printer Operations
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How to view instructions
Printer Menu
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Printer Menu Operations
Regular menu operations
Menu operations during printing
Menu Operations
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Accessing menus
Specifying menu items
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Menu Structure
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Paper Menu
The Paper Menu is not displayed during printing.
Ink Menu
Job Menu
Set./Adj. Menu
Limited items are displayed during printing. The displayed items are indicated by annotations.
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Menu Settings
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Paper Menu
The Paper Menu is not displayed during printing.
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Ink Menu
Job Menu
Set./Adj. Menu
Limited items are displayed during printing. The displayed items are indicated by annotations.
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Viewing and configuration by administrators only
Viewing and configuration by administrators, and only viewing by other users
Status Print
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Printing Status Print reports
Checking the information in Status Print reports
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Printing Interface Setting Reports
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Printing Interface Print reports
Load the paper. If using sheets, load paper A4/Letter-sized, you will need at least three sheets.
Confirming Interface Print information
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Printer Parts
Printer parts
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Front
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Back
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Top Cover (Inside)
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Carriage
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Ink Tank Cover (Inside)
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Stand
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Output Stacker
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Optional accessories
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Roll Holder Set
Network Setting
Network Environment
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Network Environment
System requirements
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Using RemoteUI
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Using RemoteUI
What You Can Do With RemoteUI
Starting RemoteUI
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Initial Settings
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Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel
Configuring the IP Address on the Printer
Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel
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Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings
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Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows)
Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows)
Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Mac OS)
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Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI
When using an IPv4 IP address
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NetWare Settings
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Specifying the Printer's Frame Type
Configuring NetWare Network Settings
Specifying the Printer's Frame Type
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Specifying NetWare Print Services
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Specifying NetWare Print Services
Choosing the type of print services
Complete the following settings based on the selected service.
If you have selected Bindery PServer: Queue Server Mode (Using a Bindery Print Server)
In File Server Name, enter the file server name.
In Print Server Name , enter the name of the print server created in
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Mac OS Settings
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Configuring the Destination (Mac OS)
Configuring the Printer's AppleTalk Network Settings
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Other Settings
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Specifying Printer-Related Information
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Device Setup Utility (Windows)
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Print Job Management
Status Monitor (Windows)
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The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor
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Printmonitor (Mac OS)
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Accounting (Windows)
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Accounting Manager
Launching the Accounting Manager
Launching the Accounting Manager
Accounting Manager Main Window
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Job List Area
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Configuring Unit Costs in Accounting Manager
Accounting Manager Basic Procedures
Setting the Unit Cost for Ink
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To set the same unit cost for all the inks
To set different unit costs for each ink color
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Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager
Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager
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Automatically Acquiring Print Job Logs at Regular Intervals
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Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties
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Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Adjusting the Printhead
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Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
Adjusting the Printhead
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Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
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Adjustment When Installing the Printhead
Adjusting the feed amount
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Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method
Adjusting the Feed Amount
Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method
Automatic Banding Adjustment
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Manual Banding Adjustment
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Manual Banding Adjustment
Adjusting the Vacuum Strength
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Adjusting the Vacuum Strength
Maintenance and Consumables
Ink Tanks
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Ink Tanks
Replacing Ink Tanks
Replacing Ink Tanks
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Remove the Ink Tank (700 ml)
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Load the Ink Tank (330 ml)
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Load the Ink Tank (700 ml)
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When to Replace Ink Tanks
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If a message for checking the ink is shown on the Display Screen
Before print jobs and maintenance that consume a lot of ink
If a message for ink replacement is shown on the Display Screen
Printheads
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Printhead
Checking for Nozzle Clogging
Checking for Nozzle Clogging
Replacing the Printhead
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When to replace the Printhead
Compatible printheads
Precautions when handling the Printhead
Replace the Printhead
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Cutter Unit
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Cutter Unit
Replacing the Cutter Unit
Replacing the Cutter Unit
Replacing the Cutter Unit
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Maintenance Cartridge
Confirm the message
Access the menu for Maintenance Cartridge replacement
Replace the Maintenance Cartridge
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When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge
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If a message for checking the Maintenance Cartridge is shown on the Display Screen
When much of the Maintenance Cartridge capacity is depleted
If a message for the Maintenance Cartridge replacement is shown on the Display Screen
Cleaning the Printer
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Cleaning Inside the Top Cover
Cleaning the Printer Exterior
Cleaning Inside the Top Cover
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Other Maintenance
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Preparing to Transfer the Printer
Remove paper
Access the Prep.MovePrinter menu
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Removing Ink Tanks
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Pack the printer
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Reinstalling the Printer
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Assemble the stand
Install the printer
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Updating the Firmware
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Confirming the firmware version
Updating the Firmware
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Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Problems Regarding Paper
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Clearing Jammed Roll Paper
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Clearing a Jammed Sheet
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Clearing a Jammed Sheet
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Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot
Cannot load sheets
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Margins are wide
The size of clear film cannot be detected
Paper is not cut
When printing on thin roll paper, the printed surface becomes scratched
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Printing does not start
The printer stops during a print job
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The printer ejects blank, unprinted paper
An error message is shown on the Display Screen
The printer ejects blank, unprinted paper
Problems with the printing quality
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Printing is faint
Paper rubs against the printhead
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The edges of the paper are dirty
The surface of the paper is dirty
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The back side of the paper is dirty
Immediately after borderless printing, the trailing edge margin is soiled during regular printing
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Banding in different colors occurs
Printed colors are inaccurate
Banding in different colors occurs
Colors in printed images are uneven
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Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs
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Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen
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The contrast becomes uneven during printing
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The contrast becomes uneven during printing
The length of printed images is inaccurate in the feeding direction
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Line thickness is not uniform
Documents are printed in monochrome
Images are printed crooked
Lines or colors are misaligned
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Borders appear in borderless printing
Cannot print over a network
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Cannot print over a NetWare network
Cannot print over a TCP/IP network
Cannot connect the printer to the network
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Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks
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Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks
Installation problems
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Removing Installed Printer Drivers
Removing printer drivers (Windows)
Removing imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows)
Other problems
Ink Level Detection
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Ink level detection
Releasing ink level detection
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Error Messages
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Messages regarding paper
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MediaType Mismatch
Paper mismatch
MediaType Mismatch
"Replace paper with A4/LTR (vertical) or larger"
"Replace roll with 10 in. wide or larger roll."
PaprWidth Mismatch
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Insufficient paper for job
Paper size not detected.
Insufficient paper for job
This paper cannot be used as size is not supported.
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The roll is empty.
Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded.
Roll printing is selected.
No sheets.
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Regular printing is selected, but a roll is loaded.
Sheet printing is selected.
Regular printing is selected, but a roll is loaded.
Paper jam.
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Cannot cut this paper.
Cannot feed paper.
Paper loaded askew.
End of paper feed.
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Borderless printng not possible.
Rel lever is in wrong position.
Borderless printng not possible.
Paper position not suitable for borderless printing.
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Messages regarding ink
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Ink tank is empty.
Close Ink Tank Cover
Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected.
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Messages regarding printing or adjustment
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Cannot adjust paper feed.
Move the blue platen switch No.xx to the right. (xx represents a number)
Blue platen switch is dirty.
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Messages regarding printheads
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Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge
Other Messages
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Top cover is open.
Hardware error. xxxxxxxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number)
ERROR Exxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number)
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Specifications
Printer Specifications
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Specifications
Printer
Printing performance
Print Area
Ink
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For information on the ink the printer supports,
Paper
Print Area
margin.
Sheets
Rolls
Appendix
Safety Precautions
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Legal Notices
Legal Notices
FCC Regulations (U.S.A)
Copyright
Legal Notice
Manuals for this printer
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About This User Manual
Manuals for this printer
About This User Manual
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