Epson Stylus Pro 4880

1. 1. 1. About

The Epson Stylus Pro 4880 is an 18" roll printer equipped for photo printing.

Ink cartridges are quite expensive, so please do not run huge print jobs.

1. 1. 1. Software

You'll need the software: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwicjqi_qvfOAhUY92MKHaB1ADEQFggeMAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.epson.com%2Fcgi-bin%2FStore%2Fsupport%2FsupDetail.jsp%3Foid%3D94507%26infoType%3DDownloads&usg=AFQjCNHAI2waMdtYlJ79D8je8iP4yosaVg&sig2=BI6hEQAeIFnqqNrzE5JRaw

1. 1. 1. Manual

There is also a (http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/support/supDetail.jsp?infoType=Doc&oid=94507 manual)

1. 1. 1. Howto

This thing takes some care and some figuring out.

Like most industrial tools, expect to take several hours to get up and running and truly understand how to run a job.

1. 1. 1. Some Error Messages

MNT TNK NOT INST - The maintenance tank had a bent pin when it arrived. I was able to gently unbend the pin. Let me know if this happens again, it requires a good amount of care and precision to fix.

MNT TK NEAR FULL - The maintenance tank is reusable. Gently pop the plastic grating off using a tiny flathead screwdriver in one of the six tiny holes on the side. Replace the paper towels inside. This needs to be done semi regularly so it does not overfill.

MNT TNK FULL - CHIP RESET - if the maintenance tank fills up, it is actually just an electronic chip claiming it is full. This chip needs reset using a "chip resetter". I (robbintt) have ordered one.

1. 1. 1. Nozzle Cleaning

The nozzles need cleaned manually as the auto clean doesn't work and uses tons of ink.

An excellent (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jHZWvYAXUs youtube video guide) exists.

It is necessary to press the allen screw in this video, allowing the print head to slide along its axis. Then use a blue shop towel with windex original to release any dried ink from the nozzle. The windex cannot be the foaming type.