2 Introduction

How To Use Your Manuals

This guide is part of a set, which also includes the documentation listed below.

•The EPSON Stylus Pro 9000/9500 Assembly and Setup Instructions describe how to unpack and assemble the printer, install ink cartridges and paper, and prepare for printing.

•The EPSON Stylus Pro 9000 Series Quick Reference Guide provides a handy summary of the procedures for daily use and printer maintenance—loading paper, replacing ink cartridges, running cleaning cycles, aligning the print head, and preparing the printer for transportation. Attach it to your printer for easy reference.

•The electronic Reference Guide on the EPSON printer driver CD-ROM provides additional information about the printer, drivers, and utility software. You can read the guide using a web browser, such as Netscape® Navigator® or Microsoft Internet Explorer, versions 3.0 or later.

If you have the RIP Station 5100, your documentation set includes additional manuals for users and system administrators.

•The RIP Station 5100 Getting Started describes how to unpack the RIP, install user software and printer files from the User Software CD-ROM, and set up printing. It also describes how to install printer files via the Internet.

•The RIP Station 5100 User Guide describes how to set printing options and print to the RIP from Windows and Mac® OS computers.

•The RIP Station 5100 Administrator Guide explains basic configuration and administration of the RIP for the supported platforms and network environments. It also includes guidelines for setting up UNIX, Windows NT, and NetWare® servers to provide PostScript printing services to clients.

•The RIP Station 5100 Color Guide provides instructions for using ColorWise® Pro Tools, including color calibration and workflow recommendations. It also includes practical color printing tips, application-specific instructions, and an introduction to color theory.

•Release Notes provide last-minute product information and workarounds for some of the problems you may encounter.