Specifications

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9. What are ongoing supplies needed for the Epson Stylus Pro 7900CTP System?
There are no unique chemicals or special items required to use this system on an ongoing basis. All that
is required is Epson UltraChromeHDR Ink cartridges (depending on usage), Epson DirectPlate- Aluminum
plates, and occasionally, the printer will require a maintenance tank. All of these items should be
available from your Epson Computer to Plate Authorized Reseller.
10. What maintenance is required?
No ongoing maintenance is required for this system other than providing ink, maintenance cartridges and
Epson DirectPlate media. The printer will automatically do routine maintenance to maintain the print
head and print quality. The Plate Curing Unit requires no maintenance other than being kept free of dust.
11. What ink is used to image the Epson DirectPlate- Aluminum?
Standard Epson UltraChrome HDR ink is used to image plates.
12. Why cyan ink?
We have found that the durability on press is superior due to the pigment content of the cyan ink. In
addition, the cyan ink makes the image on the plate easier to check prior to loading the plate on press.
13. What settings should I have the PCU (plate curing unit) set for?
The PCU is calibrated and set when it comes out of the box. The initial settings should be 190 degrees
with a speed of about 1.5. During the setup process you use Thermax strips to confirm that the
temperature after going through the PCU is between 150 and 160 degrees. You may need to increase
or decrease the temperature control. Different conditions may affect this calibration (such as altitude,
ambient temperature and humidity, etc).
14. How often do I need to register the plate guide?
Once initially installed and calibrated, the Plate Guide should not need to be reregistered unless it is
removed and reinstalled, or you notice something unusual while printing on press that indicates the
registration from plate to plate is incorrect. The Plate guide should initially be aligned to within 0.5 mm.
More precise alignment ensures higher accuracy.
15. Is this a chemical press process? Do I need to keep my old plate processor?
This system is chemical free and requires no chemical cleanup, maintenance or consumable. The only
item that you need to keep this system running is Plates and Printer ink. Once you install this system,
you no longer need to maintain or keep your current plate processor.
16. Does this system do 2 and 4 color work?
Yes. This system will work for both 2 and 4 color work. While we think the majority of the work you will
be doing with this system is 2 color, the print quality on 4 color will exceed your expectations. For a
Sample of this, please order a sample kit at
www.proimaging.epson.com.
17. When I first start using this system, how much time should I expect to get up to speed on
press?
You should allow a half-to day to setup and install the system and another half-full day to become
comfortable using these plates in your existing workflow.
18. Who do I call for support on this system?
For any and all support questions related to this system, the PCU, and the EFI RIP software, contact
Epson at 888-377-6611. When calling this number please have your UNIT ID from you Preferred Service
Card, if you do not have this information, contact 562-276-1305