Specifications

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System Questions
1. What is required for installation of the Epson Stylus Pro 7900 CTP System?
You must have the following to install the Epson Stylus Pro 7900 CTP System:
1. A computer with the following minimum requirements:
• IBM®-compatible PC with a Pentium® 1 GHz CPU or equivalent
• 1GB of RAM
• 80GB hard drive (20GB available space recommended)
• Microsoft® Windows Vista® or Windows® XP- 32 bit or 64 bit
• DVD drive
Higher specifications are RECOMMENDED.
Note that a Windows Based PC is required to run the EFI RIP, however, you can print from Macintosh workstations to the
EFI RIP.
2. A standard 110v power (for the printer) and 220v power (plug type L6-20) for the Plate Curing Unit.
3. A Plate Punch specific to your press. (Note that the 7900CTP system does not punch the plates during
processing nor is a punch plate included with the 7900CTP system)
2. How long does it take to setup?
It takes approximately 1 hour to unpack the Printer, approximately 1 hour to install the software and align
the Plate Guide, and about 1 hour to install and calibrate the Plate Curing Unit. While much of this can
happen concurrently, we would recommend about 4 total hours from start to finish before you should
expect to have a plate on press.
3. What tools do I need for setup?
All of the required tools needed for setup are included with the Epson Stylus Pro 7900 CTP system. The
Printer Stand includes an Allen key that will also be used to install the Plate Guide. Note that if the plate
guide requires more alignment a crescent wrench may be required.
4. What is the Large Plate Accessory Kit for and when would I need it?
The Large Plate Accessory Kit allows you to image large plates. The kit contains a large plate guide to be
used on the printer and an extension base for the Plate Curing Unit (PCU) trays to accommodate large
plates. The Large Plate Accessory Kit is recommended for Epson DirectPlate Aluminum plates over 16
inches (406 mm) wide.
5. What power is required for the printer?
The Epson Stylus Pro 7900 is a standard Epson Stylus Printer that requires 110 V power
6. What power is required for PCU?
The Plate Curing Unit requires 208/220 VAC power (with an acceptable range of 208 – 240 V). The
plug type is L6-20P plug (male) and requires a L6-20 electrical outlet.
7. Why does the PCU require 208/220 VAC power?
The 208/220 V power allows the PCU to reach operating temperature within a few minutes and draws
less current than lower voltage devices. The faster response time also provides more precise
temperature control and better overall energy efficiency.
8. Does the 7900CTP punch a plate?
No. An offline Plate Punch is required to use the Epson Stylus Pro 7900 CTP system. If your press did
not include a punch, they are available for each press from an Epson Authorized CTP Reseller or from
most dealers who sell press equipment.