Epson 4880 C Service Manual

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description Basic Specifications 21†
Borderless Print Assurance Conditions
Borderless print is assured under the following conditions.
Temperature condition: 15 to 25 degrees C, 40 to 60%
Media Type: Photo media
POP/Poster media
*1,*2
Note 1: Refer to
 “1.2.6 Paper Specification (p.15)” for details on assured media for 
borderless print.
2: Borderless printing is not assured if the surface of few rolls is extended due to 
moisture absorbent.
3: Medea types and sizes other than above assure borderless margins equal to or 
more than PX-10000 / PX-9000. However, margins may appear on the right and 
left edges, if paper wrinkled due to conditions such as temperature is used. 
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Right and Left Surplus Printable Area
For right and left surplus printable area
*1, the following settings are 
available:
Left (opposite side of home position) = 1.5mm/ right (home position side) = 
1.5mm
Left (opposite side of home position) = 3.0mm/ right (home position side) = 
3.0mm
Left (opposite side of home position) = 5.0mm/ right (home position side) = 
3.0mm
*2
Note *1 : Right and left surplus printable area can be selected on the driver.
*2: When the media is wrinkled, a selection of  Left (opposite side of home 
position) = 5.0mm/ right (home position side) = 3.0mm is recommended to 
prevent margins from appearing on the right and left edges.1.2.7.3  Paper Set Lever1.2.7.4  Cut Specification
There are two types, auto cut and manual cut for roll paper cutting.AUTOMATIC CUT FOR ROLL PAPER
For paper that automatic cut is admitted, cut the paper using the following 
method by setting panel setting to roll paper automatic cut.†
Mechanic condition„
Distance between the cutting position and paper setting position
L0=205.43mm
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Distance between the cutting position and cutter mark
L1=27.6 mm
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Minimum cut length
L2=130 mm (default value)
Note * : User need to remove the strip of paper that remains between eject roller and 
nip roller when executing this operation without L2 reservation.
Table 1-15. Paper Set Lever
Lever Position
Description
Backward Position for paper setting
(Paper holding is released, and paper can be set.)
Forward Ready-to-print position
(Paper is fixed, and it becomes ready to be printed.)

Making cutting action to paper which automatic cutting is 
prohibited will cause damage to the printhead.
Table 1-16. Cutting Conditions and Cutting Methods Cut condition
Cutting method
Initial cut 
(Pressing the lever down when there is 
paper and pushing the [Paper Source/
Paper Cut (
						

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description Basic Specifications 22MANUAL CUT FOR ROLL PAPER
When using paper for which automatic cutting is prohibited, use manual cut 
with the steps below.
1. Use [Paper Source / Paper Cut] button to select Roll Paper Auto Cut OFF 
( ).
2. Press and hold the [Paper Source / Paper Cut] button for 3 seconds.
3. The paper will be automatically fed to the manual cut position and the 
printer will go offline, indicating “Pause”on the panel.
4. Cut off paper using own scissors.
5. Then press the [Pause] button and the paper will be fed back, and the 
printer will be online.
NOTE 1:Auto cutter supports all genuine roll paper.
2:Paper of 3rd party media and generally auto cutter is prohibited.
• Fiber-form paper such as cloth.
• Rigidity is extremely high paper such as Vinyl (Outdoor type) or 
Fine Art type.
1.2.8  Electrical Specification†
Rated voltage: AC 100 ~ 240V
†
Input voltage range: AC 90 ~ 264V
†
Rated frequency range: 50 ~ 60Hz
†
Input frequency range: 49 ~ 61Hz
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Rated current: 100-240V ac, 50-60Hz, and 1.0-0.5A
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Power consumption„
operation status
• Stylus Pro 4400/4800: Less than 59 W
• Stylus Pro 4450/4880/4880C: Less than 55 W
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Less than 5 W for low power status (Shifting time: 15 minutes)
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Less than 1 W for Power OFF
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Insulation resistance: More than 10M ohms
(Between AC line and chassis is DC 500V)
†
Dielectric strength: AC 1.0kV rms 1min. or AC1.2kV rms 1 sec. 
(Between AC line and chassis)
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Leakage: Less than 0.25mA
[Adapts Japan National Electronics Development 
Incorporated Association Personal Computer 
Industry Standard (PC-11-1988)]
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Adapted standard regulation
Adapts International Star Program
(Adapts category: measure for harmonic 
component suppression guideline) 
Adapts VCCI class B 
						

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description Basic Specifications 231.2.9  ReliabilityPRINTER LIFE†
Approx. 20,000 pages (A2, plain paper, 
quality
, 720 x 360 FOL, Bi-D)
AVERAGE CUTTER LIFE
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Coated paper: Approx. 2,000 cut
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Film: Approx. 1,000 cut
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIFE†
Maintenance Unit: Approx. 20,000 sheets
(A2, plain paper, speed mode, continuous printing)
The maintenance unit reaches its end of life when 
the number of the pump rotation exceeds 160,000 
times.
1.2.10  Environmental Conditions1.2.10.1  Temperature/HumidityNote *1 : Within one month for 40ºC, within 120 hours for 60ºC
*2: No condensation. These values are applicable only within the range as shown 
below. Print quality is assured only within a temperature of 15 to 25 degrees C 
and a humidity of 40 to 60%.
Figure 1-2. Environmental Conditions: Temperature/Humidity Table 1-17. Temperature/Humidity
Condition
Temperature
*1
Humidity
*2
During operation 10 ~ 35°C 20
 ~ 80%
During storage -20
 ~ 40°C 20
 ~ 85%
During transport -20
 ~ 60°C 5
 ~ 85%
Temperature (°C) Humidity (%) 
						

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description Basic Specifications 241.2.10.2  Vibration†
During operation: 0.15G, 10-55Hz X, Y, Z directions
†
During storage: 0.50G, 10-55Hz X, Y, Z directions
1.2.10.3  Shock†
During operation: 1G, 1ms max. X, Y, Z directions
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During storage: 2G, 2ms max. X, Y, Z directions
NOTE 1:Check that the printhead is capped during storage.
2:Check that the printhead is capped, then remove ink cartridges 
from the body, and make sure ink cartridge cover is closed during 
transport.
3:If the printer head uncapped, and the ink cartridge is attached, 
switch the power ON. Switch the power OFF when capping is 
completed.
4:Left out in condition of temperature under -15°C; the ink in the 
printhead and ink cartridge freezes. It takes about 3 hours for the 
frozen ink to be usable under the condition of 25°C.
1.2.10.4  Surrounding SpaceProvide the printer with an enough surrounding space to ensure proper 
installation of accessories and replacement of consumables and easy work for 
daily maintenance.†
From the front of the printer: 35cm or more
(When the paper tray is extended.)
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From the rear of the printer: 40cm or more
(When cut sheets are set by hand 
insertion from the front.)
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From the both sides of the printer: 15cm or more
Figure 1-3. Surrounding Space
15cm or 
more35cm or more 40cm or 
more15cm or 
more 
						

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description Basic Specifications 251.2.11  Quality Standards for Completed ProductsNOISE†
Sound pressure level: Less than 50 dB
(4 direction average, compliant with ISO9296)
*Should be no impact, abnormal or harsh noise.
INITIALIZING TIME AT POWER ON†
Within 1 minute (* excluding waiting time such as Timer CL)
TIME FOR INITIAL INK CHARGE†
Less than 8 minutes
(* until initial ink charge is finished after the ink lever is lowered)
MTBF (MEAN TIME BETWEEN FAILURES)†
20,000 hours with power on (except when electronic parts and fans have 
any malfunction)
1.2.12  Overall DimensionsFigure 1-4. Overall Dimensions of Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880C†
Dimensions of Unit
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Weight
8-color model: Approx. 40.2kg (ink cartridge and paper is not included)
4-color model: Approx. 39.0kg (ink cartridge and paper is not included)
Condition
Width (W) x Depth (D) x Height (H) (mm)
When tray is stored 848 x 764 x 354
When tray is extended 848 x 1099 x 354
848
354
764
1099 
						

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description Basic Specifications 261.2.13  AccessoriesStylus Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880C accessories and options are 
shown below.†
Standard Accessories„
Manual set
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Software CD-ROM
• Printer Driver
• EPSON LFP Remote Panel
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AC Cable
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Spacer for borderless printing 8”/A2 roll paper
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17 (2/3) inch normal tension spindle (With 2 adapters for exclusive 
paper core use)
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Ink cartridges 110ml 1 each
8-color model
• Stylus Pro 4800: PK,C,M,Y,LC,LM,LK,LLK
• Stylus Pro 4880/4880C: PK,C,VM,Y,LC,VLM,LK,LLK
4-color model
• Stylus Pro 4400/4450: MK,C,M,Y
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Maintenance Tank
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Guarantee Card
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Card holder
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Individual Packaging
†
Special Options„
Maintenance Tank (C12C890191)
†
Special Consumables„
Ink cartridge (8-color)
• Stylus Pro 4800
• Stylus Pro 4880/4880CTable 1-18. Ink Cartridge (Stylus Pro 4800)Ink cartridge
Model Number
110 ml
220 ml
Photo Black C13T564100 C13T565100
Matte Black C13T543800 C13T544800
Cyan C13T564200 C13T565200
Magenta C13T564300 C13T565300
Yellow C13T564400 C13T565400
Light Cyan C13T564500 C13T565500
Light Magenta C13T564600 C13T565600
Light Black C13T564700 C13T565700
Light Light Black C13T564900 C13T565900
Table 1-19. Ink Cartridge (Stylus Pro 4880/4880C)
Ink cartridge
Model Number
110 ml
220 ml
Photo Black C13T605100 C13T606100
Matte Black C13T613800 C13T614800
Cyan C13T605200 C13T606200
Vivid Magenta C13T605300 C13T606300
Yellow C13T605400 C13T606400
Light Cyan C13T605500 C13T606500
Vivid Light Magenta C13T605600 C13T606600
Light Black C13T605700 C13T606700
Light Light Black C13T605900 C13T606900 
						

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description Basic Specifications 27
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Ink cartridge (4-color model)
• Stylus Pro 4400
• Stylus Pro 4450
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Special paper (Refer to 1.2.6 Paper Specification (p.15) for paper 
type and size)
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Black ink conversion kit (ICCVK36)
†
Options Common to Other Printers„
2/3 inch Dual Roll Feed Spindle (C12C811171)
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2/3 inch Dual Roll Feed Spindle (High Tension) (C12C811191)
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Roll Paper Belt (C12C890121)
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EpsonNet 10/100 BASE RX High Speed Int. Print Server 
(C12C824052*) (Stylus Pro 4400/4800 only)
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Borderless Print Spacer for 420 mm and 8 inch Roll Paper 
(C12C811201)
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Auto Cutter Spare Blade (C12C815291)
Note * : The asterisk (*) is a substitute for the last digit of the product code, which 
varies by location.
Table 1-20. Ink Cartridge (Stylus Pro 4400)
Ink cartridge
Model Number
110 ml
220 ml
Matte Black C13T543800 C13T544800
Cyan C13T543200 C13T544200
Magenta C13T543300 C13T544300
Yellow C13T543400 C13T544400
Table 1-21. Ink Cartridge (Stylus Pro 4450)
Ink cartridge
Model Number
110 ml
220 ml
Matte Black C13T613800 C13T614800
Cyan C13T613200 C13T614200
Magenta C13T613300 C13T614300
Yellow C13T613400 C13T614400 
						

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description External View and Parts Names 281.3  External View and Parts NamesEXTERNAL VIEW†
Stylus Pro 4400/4800
Figure 1-5. External View and Parts Names (Stylus Pro 4400/4800)
NOTE:4-color model is equipped with a cover instead of the ink cartridge box (right).
Type-B Interface
Printer Cover Spindle Paper Set Lever Control Panel
Ink Cartridge Box 
(Right side)
ASF Cassette Maintenance Tank Ink Cartridge Box 
(Left side) Paper Cover
IEEE1394 Interface AC InletUSB InterfacePaper Guide Center Unit
(Rear cover) 
						

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description External View and Parts Names 29†
Stylus Pro 4450/4880/4880C
Figure 1-6. External View and Parts Names (Stylus Pro 4450/4880/4880C)
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4-color model is equipped with a cover instead of the ink cartridge box (right).
Printer Cover Spindle Paper Set Lever Control Panel
Ink Cartridge Box 
(Right side)
ASF Cassette Maintenance Tank Ink Cartridge Box 
(Left side) Paper Cover
Network Interface AC InletUSB Interface 
						

							EPSON Stylus Pro 4400/4450/4800/4880/4880CRevision CProduct Description Operating Panel 301.4  Operating Panel1.4.1  Buttons and Functions
Figure 1-7. Panel Design
Figure 1-8. LCD Panel (8-color model)
1.4.1.1  LEDPanel LED types are the following 3 types. The LEDs indicate printer status as 
follows.
1   2   3   4   5   6   7   8
Menu
3sec.
LCD Paper check LED
Ink check
 LED Pause LED
Paper Feed / Eject Paper
Pause Power
Menu / Cleaning Paper Source / Paper Cut
Cut availability for Paper 
Type/Roll Paper selectionAvailable rate of Maintenance Tank
(Refer to 1.4.2.4 Ink Remaining Indicator 
Display (p38) .) Panel Display 
(Refer to 1.4.2 Panel 
Display (p33) .)Remaining Ink Cartridge
(Refer to 1.4.2.4 Ink Remaining 
Indicator Display (p38) .)
Shifts to Setting 
Item Selection Menu
Table 1-22. LED
LED
Color
Display
Printer Status
Paper check RedOn Indicates that the paper is not printable.
BlinkIndicates error that occurred when feeding / ejecting 
paper.
Pause GreenOn Indicates printer pauses operation.
Blink Indicates printer is in operation.
Ink check RedOn Indicates error regarding ink occurred.
Blink Indicates warning status regarding ink.