🖨️Printing to the Epson Stylus P9000
Step-by-step guide to using the large format inkjet printer
BEFORE using the printer you must:
For more information go to https://go.brown.edu/cats-fineartprinter
Print from a lab computer
Once you have been approved and processed you must log into a lab workstation using your Brown username and password. The printer will not work with personal computers.
*You can check your balance by logging in here: https://myprint.brown.edu/user
*We recommend printing from Photoshop even when printing vector-based images.
Loading paper
We have two types of paper:
Enhanced Matte Paper
PremiumLuster Photo Paper
You may need to change the roll to your preferred type before printing. This is covered in the in-person check-in with a Creative Technology Assistant. If you need to refresh your memory you can watch the video tutorial.
Sizing your document
Before printing check your image size and resolution in Photoshop by going to the menu Image → Image Size.
Resolution: 200 to 300 pixels per inch
Dimensions: Up to 44 inches wide by length of roll
The longer your image and the greater the resolution the longer your print will take to process. Images over 1GB are likely to fail. You may need to balance image dimensions and resolution to keep the file size small enough.
REMINDER: (or write down) your image dimensions to help you size your custom paper size later on.
Photoshop print dialog
1. Choose the printer
Choose MML-EpsonP9000-Plotter as your printer.
If there happen to be other variations of this name, they will likely not function correctly.
(the screenshots below may show a different name, please ignore)
2. Color handling
Choose Photoshop Manages Colors.
In general, Photoshop offers more control than the printer’s color management settings. One exception is when printing Black and White photographs which can use the printer’s “Advance Black and White” setting.
3. Printer Profile
You must set the printer profile to match the paper type. For the profiles for the provided paper are:
SC_P9000_P7000_Series_LLK_EnhancedMattePaper_MK
SC_P9000_P7000_Series_LLK_PremiumLusterPhotoPaper260
If you are using your own paper, profiles can often be found online. Email [email protected] if you need help finding a paper profile. All paper must be approved by the staff before using.
*You can turn on Corner and Center Crop Marks under the Printing Marks section of the print window. It is often helpful if there is a white border on your print.
4. Print settings
Note! You’ll need to click “Show Details” to change the settings in this dialog.
Paper Size
Click on Manage Custom Sizes and add (+) a new preset.
Width: 44 inches (the width of the paper)
Height: AT LEAST an inch larger than your height dimension or your image may not print.
Margins: Set all to zero.
*Remember you can rotate tall images that are less than 44 inches wide to save space.
Printer Settings
Scroll down and click on Printer Options. Then choose Printer Settings.
Set the options to the following:
Page setup: Roll Paper
DO NOT choose Roll Paper - Borderless (Auto Expand)
Media Type:
Matte Paper > Enhanced Matte
Photo Paper > Premium Luster Photo Paper (260)
5. Print!
Once your setting are correct you can hit print. If you are not ready to print but want to save your settings click Done instead of cancel.
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