Epson PRO 3800 C11C635021JB User Manual

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Innovative, new print head design allows for all nine inks to be
installed simultaneously

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Without any user intervention, the printer automatically switches between
Photo and Matte Black ink while utilizing the same physical ink channel

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Highly precise screening technology uses a radical new algorithm
for determining dot placement, resulting in an extreme level of
photographic image quality

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Produces extremely fine, photographic prints, even in bi-directional
and lower resolution print modes

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Compensates for various ink densities between resolutions — allowing
for a single ICC profile to be used per media type

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One-inch wide, high performance print head offers a maximum
resolution of 2880 x 1440 dpi

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Produces variable-sized droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters to greatly
decrease print times, while optimizing photographic quality

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Proprietary Active Meniscus Control (AMC) technology precisely
controls the curvature of every ink droplet within each nozzle before
releasing it onto the media

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Extremely sharp and accurate placement of ink droplets consistently
delivers outstanding photographic print quality from print to print

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Built-in sensor reads printed data for highly precise alignment of
all color channels both bi-directional and uni-directional

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Built-in sensor analyzes a printed nozzle check pattern and
automatically cleans the print head if any problems are
found — even partially clogged nozzles

In order to ensure consistent printing between multiple Epson Stylus Pro
printers of the same model, Epson has enhanced the production process
to include colorimetric calibration. This system evaluates and adjusts
each printer at the manufacturing stage, assuring you’ll get consistent
color output from printer to printer. This completely eliminates the need
for built-in calibration devices.

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Unique, high-density pigments for an extremely wide color gamut

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Professional print permanence ratings for truly sellable quality prints

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Microcrystal Encapsulation

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Technology for reduced gloss differential

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Superior scratch resistance from improved pigment and resin chemistry

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Stable color immediately after printing — no short-term color shifting

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Black density up to 2.4 with an L* value as low as 3.8

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Simultaneously uses Black, Light Black, and Light Light Black ink

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Significantly improves the gray balance while eliminating color casts

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Delivers impressive midtones and highlights for a smoother tonal range

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Virtually eliminates the metamerism and bronzing of pigmented ink

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Enhances the ICC profiling process for ColorSync

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and ICM

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workflows

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Unique driver technology takes full advantage of our three-level Black
system to produce professional black-and-white prints from color or
grayscale image files

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Includes proprietary Epson screening technology, developed specifically
for black-and-white printing

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Produces a truly consistent print with no color crossover or color cast

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Represents the standard for producing sellable quality neutral and
toned black-and-white prints 

The Epson Stylus Pro 3800 automatically utilizes two different Black
Ink modes — Photo Black or Matte Black. This innovative solution
optimizes the Black ink density for various media types. Whether
printing on traditional photographic media or unique, fine art paper, this
technology dramatically improves the final print quality.

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All-new print engine technology that takes full advantage of the latest
in precision mechanical design, resulting in a significant reduction in
overall printer size and weight

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Incredibly quiet operation, perfectly suited for even home use

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Large, 2.5-inch, backlit LCD control panel for easy, direct printer
control and operational status monitoring

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Prints on virtually any type of cut-sheet media from 4 x 6 up to 17x 22

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Top-loading, high-capacity paper feeder handles up to 120 sheets of
plain, letter-sized paper or up to 50 sheets of photographic media

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Second, top-loading, manual sheet feeder accommodates thick fine
art paper up to 17 inches wide

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Front-loading, straight-through, manual sheet feeder handles media
up to 16 inches wide, up to 1.5 mm thick posterboard

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Supports manual printing on both sides of specialty media

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Prints on select BorderFree

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, cut-sheet media from 4 x 6 up to 17x 22

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All-new, pressurized ink cartridge technology ensures reliable ink
delivery at all print speeds, while dramatically reducing the physical
size of the ink cartridges

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Nine, individual, 80 ml ink cartridges enable truly professional printing

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On-the-fly ink cartridge replacement facilitates increased productivity

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Standard ports include one 10/100Base-T Ethernet and one
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (1.1 and 2.0 compatible)

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Standard Professional Epson Photographic Drivers for Macintosh

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and Windows

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Optional PANTONE

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licensed and SWOP

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certified PostScript

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Language Level 3

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compatible RIP by ColorBurst

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(included only

with Professional Edition bundle)

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Fully supported by most leading, third-party RIPs and workflows —
Epson Stylus Pro series printers are used within the most demanding
professional photography and graphic design environments

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Built-in printer memory automatically tracks key print job statistics,
such as ink and media usage, remaining media, data file and user
names, print times and more

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Easily download reports from printer memory or print them

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Free one-year coverage under the Epson Preferred

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Protection Plan

limited warranty with toll-free telephone support available Monday
through Friday and usually next-business-day, full unit exchange service

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Optional one or two-year Epson Preferred Plus service plans available

Large, 2.5-inch, backlit LCD screen for direct

printer control and operational status.

Capture the moment in
stunning black-and-white or
rich full color. With flexible
media handling from 4x6 to
17x22 and with UltraChrome
K3 Ink technology your prints
will last for generations.

Produce accurate, stable color
from your first comps to the
final client presentation. Your
designs and layouts come
to life with Epson printing,
ink and media technology
resulting in presentations
without compromises.

Allow your vision to shine,
from subtle gradations,
rich colors to breathtaking
black-and-white images.
Epson technology results
in professional level,
photographic prints of
uncompromising quality.

Over the past decade, Epson has been inspired by the way Creative

Professionals embraced technology to realize their vision. Perhaps that is

why Epson works so closely with industry professionals before developing

any new Epson Stylus Pro product. 

Together, we have set the standards by which all other photographic

imaging technologies are measured. So, when Epson decided to further

push the limits of photographic imaging technology, we once again

looked to the industry for answers.

Designed from the beginning to exceed all expectations, the Epson Stylus

Pro 3800 incorporates an all-new, 17-inch wide printer design, along with

a radical new photographic screening technology. And, when combined

with our breakthrough Epson UltraChrome K3™ Ink will deliver your

creative vision without compromise.

Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink technology has produced some of the world’s

greatest images. Inspired by our past generations of pigmented ink, Epson

UltraChrome K3 incorporates a three-level Black, along with new color

pigments, to dramatically raise the bar for professional color and black-

and-white prints. The standard has been set. 

Even more remarkable, our latest high performance, one-inch wide print

head now incorporates a new Auto-sharing Black Ink technology, allowing

both Photo and Matte Black ink to be installed and switched automatically.

Capable of handling virtually any type of cut-sheet media up to 17 inches

wide, the Epson Stylus Pro 3800 incorporates a high-capacity paper feeder

that can accommodate sizes from 4x6 up to 17x22. Continuing to set

standards in media flexibility, we’ve developed various ways of loading

media, including a front-loading, straight-through path capable of handling

media up to 1.5 mm thick and even a second, top-loading, single-sheet

feeder optimized for fine art papers.

Imagine producing archival prints with amazing color fidelity, gloss-level

and scratch resistance, while providing consistently stable colors that

significantly outperform lesser ink technologies. Imagine producing 

professional neutral and toned black-and-white prints with higher density

levels and virtually no metamerism or bronzing.

The Epson Stylus Pro 3800 represents a level of imaging technology

unprecedented in Epson’s history. The extreme precision of an Epson Stylus

Pro print engine, along with the extraordinary performance of Epson Ultra-

Chrome K3 Ink, results in your image being masterfully printed, without

any signs of how it was produced. Prepare to be inspired all over again.

THE WORLD’S GREATEST IMAGES ARE PRINTED ON AN EPSON.

Print Mode

8" x 10"

11" x 14"

16" x 20"

SuperFine – 1440 dpi HS

2:03

3:18

5:32

SuperFine – 1440 dpi

4:08

6:39

10:59

SuperPhoto – 2880 dpi HS

3:50

6:04

9:46

SuperPhoto – 2880 dpi

7:47

12:15

19:40

Print speeds are shown in min:sec.  HS = High Speed Print Mode (Bi-directional Print Mode)

The industry benchmark for professional color and
black-and-white prints. The standard has been set.

Precise, 8-channel print head with Auto-sharing

Black ink and ultramodern screening technologies.

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