Epson Fast T-Jet 3 PLUS, User Manual

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T-Jet3 PLUS User’s Manual
Version 1.1 Revised July, 2008
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Encoder Strip is a thin piece of clear plastic with data that is read by the Print
Head as the unit operates. The Encoder Strip tells the Print Head exactly where
to print an image. If the Encoder Strip becomes dirty or damaged, the printer will
get confused, resulting in the printing of multiple images, strips of solid ink and
other irregular printing patterns.
Plug Unit into AC Power
Plug the T-Jet3 PLUS into its own power source.
DO NOT TURN THE PRINTER ON YET! YOU MUST FIRST INSTALL THE BULK INK SYSTEM.
Insert the AC cord in unit and plug into a power strip with surge protection.
Avoid plugging multiple items into the power strip. The T-Jet3 PLUS has a dual
voltage power converter and will work on 50 or 60 cycle current that ranges
from 110 volts to 220 volt.
To prevent power surges from damaging your unit and/or
ruining shirts during a production run, plug the unit into a UPS
(Uninterruptible Power Supply).
DO NOT plug other high power use items into the same circuit, such
as a Heat Press - The Press will cycle on and off causing power
fl uctuations and, potentially ruining shirts.
NEVER shut off your T-Jet3 PLUS at the
power strip; use the Power button then Main Power
Switch on the actual unit (located by the AC cord).
During Power Off of any inkjet printer, the printer
goes through a shut down cycle that seats the head
so you won’t get head clogs. If you shut the unit off
at a power strip it does not go through a normal shut
down.
Connecting Your T-Jet3 PLUS to a Computer
You can connect the T-Jet3 PLUS to a computer with
a normal parallel cable, USB cable or an IEEE 1394
FireWire cable. Use the included gold tip USB cable
for best results. In any situation take care not to use
a cable that is excessively long and do not use a
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