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1 Large Format Inkjet Printer SPECIFICATIONS Product Name Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Maximum Print Size 17" Ink Technology Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink with Vivid Magenta 257 mm Print Technology Maximum Print Resolution Epson MicroPiezo Print Head 180 nozzles x 8 (Vivid Magenta, Cyan, Yellow, Light Vivid Magenta, Light Cyan, Light Light Black, Light Black and Photo Black/Matte Black) 2880 x 1440 dpi 684 mm 376 mm Minimum Dot Size Interfaces 3.5 pl USB2.0 High speed for PC connections 10/100Base-T/TX Paper Handing Automatic Sheet Feeder Fine Art Paper Path Front Thick Paper Path Paper Support Paper Size A2, USC, A3+, A3, 12"x12", USB, B4, Legal, Letter, A4, B5, A5, Half letter, A6, 11" x 14", 8" x 10", 11" x 17", 5" x 7", 4" x 6", 16:9 wide size (4" 7.11"), 3.5" x 5" Thickness (ASF) Thickness (Manual-Front) Thickness (Manual-Rear) 0.08 mm to 0.3 mm 1.2 mm to 1.5 mm 0.29 mm to 0.5 mm Print Margin 0 mm top, left, right, bottom via custom settings in printer driver Otherwise 3 mm top/left/right/bottom Utility Software Printer Driver Epson LFP Remote Panel EpsonNet Easy Install EpsonNet Config EpsonNet Print Epson ColorBase Epson CopyFactory Dimensions (WxDxH) Storage 684 mm x 376 mm x 257 mm Dimensions (WxDxH) Printing 684 mm x 1040 mm x 550 mm Weight 19.8 kg Noise Level 5.4 B(A) per ISO7779 Smallest A2 Printer with Professional Performance Power Consumption Printing Approx. 25 W or less Sleep Mode Approx. 5 W (5.5 W for 220 V) Temperature 10 to 35 C (operating) Humidity 20-80% RH, no condensation (operating) Unrivaled Quality in a Compact Body EPSON, EXCEED YOUR VISION, Epson Stylus, Epson UltraChrome, MicroPiezo and their logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other product names, brand names, and company names used herein are for identification purpose only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Extended gamut with the new Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink set incorporating vivid magenta to provide richer purple/blue hues. Epson s exclusive new color table algorithm intelligently maximizes the color gamut and improves print quality. Epson s MicroPiezo print head is upgraded with ink-repellent coating to ensure print durability.

2 Epson s Response to User Demand Your Artistic Partner: Professional Performance at an Affordable Price The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 represents the smallest, most affordable professional large-format A2 model available. The compact, stylish body incorporates all of Epson s innovative technologies for professional quality and efficiency. Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink technology with newly introduced vivid magenta pigments expands the color gamut without requiring additional colors, enabling deeper, subtler reproduction. The innovative Look-Up Table (LUT) color conversion and improved MicroPiezo print heads increase overall print quality and enhance reliable, cost-conscious performance. CONTENTS Potential of Vivid Magenta Pigments Artistic Black-and-White Prints LUT Technology Premium-Quality Features Large-Format and Large-Volume Printing Epson Professional Media Lineup Practical Software Solutions Meeting All Your Needs

3 Vivid magenta inks create new potential in Epson UltraChrome K3 performance Potential of New Epson UltraChrome K3 Inks Epson UltraChrome K3 inks provide an extremely wide gamut, making accurate color rendition possible with their unique, high-density pigments. Now, with the addition of newly formulated vivid magenta and vivid light magenta inks, they offer an even broader color gamut with enhanced expression ranges to meet the highest professional expectations. Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink Precise Color Control The same images at different resolutions can be printed almost identically thanks to precise color control. Color gradation at high saturation is also improved. This enhanced level of control allows precise reproduction even of challenging skin tones with the beauty and fidelity that artists demand. Quick Color Stability The quick-drying, quick-stabilizing properties of Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink ensure exact color rendition within moments of printing Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink with Vivid Magenta Epson UltraChromeK3 Epson UltraChromeK3 VM/VLM Excellent Lightfastness and Water Resistance New Vivid Magenta/ Vivid Light Magenta Pigments *Comparative images for reference Newly developed vivid magenta and vivid light magenta inks add vibrancy and impact to image quality and expand the range of artistry, especially in the deep blue-magenta range. The excellent lightfastness of Epson UltraChrome K3 inks prevents fading and discoloration for 85 years* for color and over 200 years* for black-andwhite prints (when mounted behind glass). In addition, the specially formulated, water-insoluble, resin-encapsulated pigments used in the inks are extremely moisture resistant. Consistent Appearance under Any Light Epson resolved the longstanding major challenge of inkjet printer use: variations in color appearance under different lighting conditions. Epson UltraChrome K3 inks with a balanced formulation of three shades of black provide exceptionally consistent color aappearance under any light source. Matte Black Photo Black Light Black Light Light Black Cyan Light Cyan Vivid Vivid Light Magenta Magenta Yellow *The ink lightfastness rating is based on accelerated testing of prints on specialty media, displayed indoors, under glass. Actual print stability will vary according to media, printed image, display conditions, light intensity, humidity, and climatic conditions. Epson does not guarantee the longevity of prints. For maximum print life, display all prints under glass or lamination or store them properly. Visit for further information. 4 Potential of Vivid Magenta Pigments Potential of Vivid Magenta Pigments 5

4 Artistic Black-and-White Prints Ultimate Color Optimization with the Epson LUT Technology Algorithm Stunning Monochromes Epson High-Performance LUT Technology Proprietary Epson technology employing three shades of black is the key to truly professional black-and-white photo printing. A much richer range of tonal expression is possible with no twists or casts in black-and-white photo reproduction, giving life-like artistry to the prints. Deeper Shadows, Lighter Highlights The lightest black ink in the Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink color palette is the key to extremely smooth black-and-white tonal gradations, from the deepest shadows to the lightest highlights, resulting in excellent volume perception. Developed through basic research conducted jointly with world authorities on color science at the Munsell Color Science Laboratory (MCSL) of the Rochester Institute of Technology, Epson LUT Look-Up Table (LUT) In color printing, color information (RGB or CMYK) is converted into information on which inks to blend in which amounts. This conversion determines image quality. The extremely complex conversion calculations require a massive reference table of color data called a Look-Up Table (LUT). Epson Technology not only improves color fidelity, it also reduces graininess, enhances color consistency, and gives smooth gradations between colors. developed an innovative, powerful LUT. The Epson LUT enables the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 printer to select the best ink combinations automatically with optimal use of the extensive gamut range for exact expression of the desired color. Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink R 64 B 59 PK LK LLK C LC VM VLM Y G Benefits of Epson LUT Technology Magnified Richer, Deeper Blacks Magnified The extremely high D-Max capacity of Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink produces richer, deeper blacks. The difference is particularly striking in glossy ultrahighquality photos. The Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink system with alternative use of photo or matte blacks guarantees satisfaction on a wide variety of media. In addition to maximizing use of the broad color gamut and providing the greatest fidelity to the original image, Epson LUT technology offers three other major benefits that improve print quality: smoother gradation, finer grain, and superior color consistency. Smooth Color Gradation Printing photographs requires smooth transition from color to color, with subtle expression of shades. The smoothness of these gradations is a major factor determining image quality. Epson LUT technology optimizes the gamut and provides smooth, natural color gradations from the deepest shadows to the lightest highlights. Poor gradation Good gradation Virtually No Graininess Graininess was especially noticeable in skin tones in portraits or commercial photographs. But that is no longer a problem, since Epson LUT technology reduces graininess by optimizing the amounts of inks to blend. Virtually no graininess is perceived even up close. LUT with poor graininess characteristics LUT with good graininess characteristics Superior Color Consistency Epson LUT technology solves the problem of light effects on color consistency. The prints appear identical under any light source. Light Source A Light Source B Epson UltraChrome Ink Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink 1/2 1/2 6 Artistic Black-and-White Prints LUT Technology 7

5 Features Supporting Premium Quality New MicroPiezo Print Head The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 is equipped with the newest version of Epson s exclusive MicroPiezo print head. Optimized to ensure fast throughput and superior image quality with Epson UltraChrome K3 inks, the head offers one-inch coverage with each pass. Its innovative ink-repellent coating maintains precise droplet delivery under high workloads. High-Speed Throughput Advanced technologies give the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 even higher data throughput speed than with Epson s previous models. High-quality, high-resolution color prints are produced quickly and easily, maximizing your productivity and output. Rapid, stress-free printing is at your fingertips. Simple, Efficient Control Panel A large 2.5-inch backlit LCD panel allows efficient direct control of nozzle maintenance and cleaning and checking of operational status including ink quantities. Even the initial network setup can be performed on the control panel with no computer operation required. 2 Epson Stylus Pro 4880 Epson Stylus Pro (min) Size : A2 Print mode : dpi Media : Premium Glossy Photo Paper Intelligent Head Alignment and Maintenance Sensors A built-in multisensor system ensures precise head alignment for accurate ink droplet delivery. The system uses a white LED and two sensors to scan printer utility calibration test patterns so that the print head is always properly aligned with the media. When the sensors detect nozzle-clogging anomalies in the test pattern, the cleaning function is automatically activated to maintain head nozzles in optimum condition. White LED Sensors Built-In Interfaces for Versatile Connectivity A USB 2.0 port (compatible with 1.1) and an Ethernet port on the back of the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 allow you to connect several computers to the printer simultaneously, for seamless printing from any computer system. Paper USB 2.0 port Ethernet port Professional Media Handling The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 can print on media up to 1.5 mm thick and on almost any type of cut-sheet media from 4 6 up to inches with three separate paper feed paths. 8 Premium-Quality Features Premium-Quality Features 9

6 Large-Format and Large-Volume Printing in a Sleek, Compact Body High-Volume Ink Cartridge The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 incorporates nine independent, high-volume 80-ml ink cartridges that increase the productivity of large-volume print runs while decreasing time and expense. Maintenance Cartridge As a helpful assistant during heavy continuous printing, the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 is equipped with a maintenance cartridge for large-format printers to support volume printing requirements. Replacing it is as simple as replacing the ordinary ink cartridges. Small Footprint The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 has the smallest footprint of A2 class printers on the market. The sleek design fits almost anywhere in the studio or Epson Stylus Pro 4880 office. Even better, the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 does not require frequent cartridge changes thanks to the large ink cartridges. Epson Stylus Pro 4880 Automatic Black Ink Selection Depending on the media type used, the printer automatically selects either the photo black ink set or matte black ink set for optimal results. There is no need to think about which ink to use for which media type. Glossy media Media Type Auto-Switching Ink Shared Inks PK LK LLK C LC Fine art, matte, or plain paper MK VM VLM Y Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Front view Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Side view 10 Large-Format and Large-Volume Printing Large-Format and Large-Volume Printing 11

7 Epson Professional Media Practical Software Solutions for Perfect Results The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 and Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink are designed for optimal performance when used with Epson s full range of professional media. High-end professional photography and fine art are beautifully reproduced on various surfaces in sizes from 4 6 inches up to A2. Epson ColorBase Epson ColorBase is color calibration software for true color accuracy. The software receives information from the color gauge and forwards it to the printer driver or Raster Image Processor (RIP) software, which uses the information to give absolutely accurate color within the range set for the printer. Epson LFP Remote Panel Epson LFP Remote Panel software allows easy printer maintenance via your computer. Starting the Firmware Updater function updates the installed printer firmware. The Paper Feed Adjuster function fine-tunes the paper feed, and the Printer Watcher function displays or reports printer status. High-Precision ICC Profile for Exact Color Tone A high-functioning ICC profile is indispensable for the color management workflow of demanding professionals. The standard ICC profile provided with the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 allows the faithful reproduction of color tones on any printing media type. Used with color management software, the print output reflects the exact input images. Black-and-White Photography Photo gloss finish Premium Glossy Photo Paper Photo semigloss finish Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Customize Your Settings Various printing settings and media type, size, and print quality can be conveniently customized for repeated use. Custom groups are easily added and deleted as required. Advanced Black-and-White Mode Select the Photoshop Manages Colors option for Color Handling and select the printer profile appropriate for the output media type. For premium glossy photo paper, select Epson Stylus Pro3880_3885_3890 Premium Glossy Photo Paper. Color Photography Artistic finish with texture Velvet Fine Art Paper Artistic texture finish Ultra Smooth Fine Art Paper Water Color Paper - Radiant White Matte finish surface Enhanced Matte Paper Photo gloss finish Premium Glossy Photo Paper Taking full advantage of the three shades of black ink, optimal control of tone, brightness, and contrast is possible with this advanced preset option, providing users with easy access to a greater range of artistic effects with excellent print quality. Subtle, easily performed manual modifications give the desired print quality every time. Neutral Warm Select the appropriate media type from the pull-down menu. For Mode, select the Custom button and then select Off (No Color Adjustment) from the pull-down menu. Photo semigloss finish Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Fine Art Reproduction and Creative Photography Matte finish surface Enhanced Matte Paper Artistic finish with texture Velvet Fine Art Paper Sepia Cool For Mode, select the Custom button and then select Off (No Color Adjustment) from the pull-down menu. Artistic finish with smooth surface Ultra Smooth Fine Art Paper Water Color Paper - Radiant White 12 Epson Professional Media Line Up Practical Software Solution 13

8 Anywhere, Every Time: Meeting All Your Needs The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 is a robust partner for professional photographers, producing high-value commercial photographs. These scenes demonstrate the advantages and solutions provided by this high-performance printer to meet real user needs. STUDIO Commercial Photographer After shooting photos, data verification and proofing can be done immediately, enhancing workflow efficiency. OFFICE Les grands affaires aux Champs-Elysées Professional Photographer The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 prints the exact results that the photographer intended. Using the same Epson UltraChrome K3 Ink with Vivid Magenta as the larger format printer (LFP) models, it can be used as an alternative LFP option depending on the size needed for improved efficiency. Great for proofing, artwork output, and creating portfolios. HOME Advanced Amateur Photographer The compact, stylish body of the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 is at home in any ambience. The addition of an Epson Stylus Pro 3880 instantly transforms your living room into a digital darkroom. Professional quality output is at your fingertips in any workspace. Photo printing becomes a pleasure, and the results make stylish decorations or gifts for friends, family, or colleagues. GALLERY Artist / Photographer The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 produces exhibitionquality prints for galleries. Supporting matte and fine art paper in addition to glossy media, the printer provides an extended range of expression for exhibition pieces. 14 Meeting All Your Needs Meeting All Your Needs 15