Epson SP11880K3 Creating Custom Paper Configurations, Optimizing the Settings for Your Paper

Note: Paper configurations are needed only for non-Epson media.

Note: You can change paper numbers if necessary using the Epson LFP Remote Panel installed from the printer software CD.

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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.

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 Custom 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 r Menu, then press u or d to select PAPER SETUP.

2.Press r, then press d to select CUSTOM PAPER.

3.Press d or u to select a paper configuration number (1 to 10). Press r to save the number setting.

4.Press d or u to select PAPER TYPE, then press r. Press d or u to select a media type, then press to save it. Press l to go back to the previous menu.

5.Press d or u to select PLATEN GAP, then press r. Press the d button to select NARROW, STANDARD, WIDE, or WIDER. The

STANDARD setting is recommended for most paper types. Press to save the setting, then press l to go back to the previous menu.

6.Press d or u to select THICKNESS PATTERN, then press r. Press to print the paper thickness pattern. A pattern similar to the following is printed:

Smallest gap