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How To / Using Roll Paper

Using the Roll Paper Holders

Loading the roll paper

With the roll paper holder attached to the printer, you can print on roll paper, which is convenient for banner printing. When you are printing on roll paper, keep the following in mind:

Load the paper printable side up.

Use flat, undamaged paper. If the paper is curled, flatten it before loading to avoid paper feed problems.

Always handle the paper by the edges.

Provide ample space in front of the printer for the paper to eject fully.

Make sure that the output tray is down and the output tray extension is closed.

Check that the end of the paper is cut cleanly, perpendicularly to the length of the paper. If the paper is cut diagonally or uncleanly, it may not feed smoothly or the printer may print beyond the edge of the paper.

Use EPSON media to ensure high-quality results.

Loading the roll paper

Follow the procedure described below to install the roll paper holders and load the roll paper.

Attach the roll paper holders to the roll paper.

Note:

Remove the transparent sheet after putting together the roll paper and the holders.

Using a triangle, check that the end of the roll is cut perpendicularly to the edges, as shown.

Caution:

Always use a triangle or other tool to ensure that the end of the roll is cut perpendicularly. A diagonal cut may cause paper feed problems.

If the roll paper is not feeding easily, flatten it. To flatten the roll paper, place it printable side up between the pages of the instruction booklet packaged with the roll paper, to protect it. Then, roll the booklet in the opposite direction to the paper's curl.

Remove the paper support, lower the output tray, and then turn on the printer.

Make sure that the adjust lever is set to the position.

Insert the roll paper holder adapter into the slot at the rear of the printer, and then attach the roll paper holders to the adapter.

Gently insert the end of the paper into the printers as far as it will go, flush with the right edge guide. Slide the left edge guide against the left edge of the printer.

To load the paper correctly, you must hold the paper in place with your hand while you press the roll paper button. The paper will feed into the printer.

Open the printer cover and make sure that the paper is feeding correctly. If it is not straight, press the roll paper button for at least three seconds to eject the paper. The maintenance light comes on. Press the roll paper button to clear the error, then feed the paper again.

The roll paper is now loaded. Next, set up the printer software and try printing. For details on setting up the printer software, refer to Printing on Roll Paper.

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