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configurations are needed only for non-Epson media.

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Optimizing the Settings for Your Paper

When you choose a media type in your Epson printer software, the driver automatically determines the best settings for your paper. However, you may want to fine-tune how the printer handles various media—especially if you use non-Epson paper or a paper not supported by the driver. Use the paper configuration settings described on page 75.

You can create a special configuration, or group of settings, for each paper type (up to ten types) and select the desired configuration whenever you print on a particular stock.

Creating Paper Configurations

To create a configuration for a specific paper type, make sure the paper you want to configure is loaded in the printer. Then follow these steps:

1.Press the Menu button, then press the d button until CUSTOM PAPER is highlighted.

2.Press Menu to display PAPER NUMBER.

3.Press Menu, then press the u button to select a paper configuration number (1 to 10). Press the button to save the number setting.

4.Press the l button, then the d button to highlight PLATEN GAP. Press Menu, then press the d button to highlight NARROW, STANDARD, WIDE, or WIDER. The STANDARD setting is recommended for most paper types. Press to save the setting.

5.Press the l button, then the d button to highlight THICKNESS PATTERN.

6.Press Menu, then press to print the paper thickness pattern. A pattern similar to the following is printed:

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