Epson Stylus Pro 3880
A2 Large format printer

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MicroPiezo AMC Print Head Technology
One-inch wide, high performance print head offers a maximum resolution of 2880 x 1440
Produces variable sized droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters to greatly decrease print times, while optimizing photographic quality
Reduction of the metameric index makes it possible to achieve consistent colour under different lighting conditions
Ensures truly photographic prints, even in high-speed or lower resolution print modes.

AccuPhoto HD2 Screening Technology
Complex mathematical architecture created from a collaboration of Epson and the Rochester Institute of Technology's Munsell Colour Science Laboratory
Optimizes ink usage to maximize the colour gamut and provide smooth colour transitions and gradations
Compensates for various ink densities between resolutions, allowing for a single ICC profile to be used per media type

Auto-Sharing Photo and Matte Black Ink
Automatically utilizes 2 different black ink modes - Photo Black or Matte Black
Optimizes Black ink density for various media types
Dramatically improves final print quality on photographic media and fine art paper

Professional Media Handling
Prints on virtually any type of cut-sheet media from 4 x 6 up to 17 x 22
Top-loading, high-capacity paper feeder handles up to 120 sheets of plain, letter-sized paper or
up to 20 sheets of photographic media
Second, top-loading, manual sheet feeder accommodates thick fine art paper up to 17" wide
Front-loading, straight-through, manual sheet feeder handles media up to 16 inches wide and up to 1.5 mm-thick posterboard
Supports manual printing on both sides of specialty media
Prints on select BorderFree cut-sheet media from 4 x 6 up to 17 x 22

Advanced Black-and-White Printing Technology
Unique driver technology takes full advantage of our three-level black system to produce professional black-and-white prints from colour or grayscale image files
Produces a truly consistent print with no colour crossover or colour cast
Some of the world's greatest black-and-white photography has been printed using this technology

Superior Connectivity
Standard ports include one high speed USB 2.0 and one 10/100 BaseT Ethernet
Standard professional Epson drivers for Macintosh and Windows
Exclusive 17-Inch Size Printer Design
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
Incredibly quiet operation, perfectly suited for even home use
Large, 2.5-inch, backlit LCD control panel for easy, direct printer control, and operational status monitoring

Automatic Print Head Alignment and Nozzle Check Technology
Built-in sensor reads printed data for highly precise alignment of all colour channels in both bi-directional and uni-directional modes
Built in sensor analyzes a printed nozzle check pattern and automatically cleans the print head if required

High Performance Engine Speeds
Utilizing our latest high-performance print head technology, the SP3880 is among the fastest professional desktop printers in the industry
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 18:40

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

Based upon print engine speed only. Total throughput times depend upon front-end RIP, file size, printer resolution, ink coverage, networking, etc.

Epson PreciseColour Manufacturing
Unique production technology to ensure printer-to-printer colour consistency
Colourimetric calibration is performed during the manufacturing process
This process automatically evaluates and adjusts the colour performance of each printer produced
The result is extreme colour repeatability for demanding colour performance over time
Completely eliminates the need for internal printer calibration devices or procedures

World-Class Service and Support
Free one-year coverage under the Epson Preferred Protection plan limited warranty with toll-free telephone support available Monday through Friday and usually next-business day, full unit exchange service
Optional one- or two-year Epson Preferred Plus service plans available

ColourBurst RIP Software for Professional Graphic Design
(included in Graphic Arts Edition)
PostScript Language Level 3 compatible software RIP server - includes both Macintosh OS X (Panther and Tiger) and Windows XP versions
PANTONE licensed to include coated and uncoated libraries
Professional colour management technology, including separate input ICC profiles for RGB, CMYK, and grayscale images
Ink limiting technology with CMYK curve adjustments for complete colour control
In-printer linearization technology to ensure accurate colour across multiple printers
Easy-to-use RIP server interface
Professional job management to handle any workflow your network can produce
Print directly from any software application or drag-and-drop into a hot folder

Your creative visions can be realized with the Epson Stylus Pro 3880

With the Epson Stylus Pro 3880, uncompromising quality is within reach. Engineered for the discriminating professional, this compact, 17" wide printer includes Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta Ink Technology, world-renowned for professional printing applications. This, combined with an advanced MicroPiezo AMC print head, enables the Pro 3880 to produce gallery-quality colour and black-and-white output up to 17" x 22". The printer's industry-acclaimed ink set delivers a phenomenal colour gamut with breathtaking blues and violets. All-new AccuPhoto HD2 technology provides smoother colour transitions and better highlight and shadow detail for prints with a true photographic look. Exceptional print quality and professional media support - the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 makes it all possible. Now, you can achieve stunning wide-format prints to professionally showcase your work and bring your creative visions to life.

Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta Ink Technology is a professional, 8-colour ink set with advanced magenta pigments that provide more dramatic blues and violets for an impressive colour gamut. Its three-level black technology delivers richer blacks, outstanding tonal range and an unprecedented gray balance, all of which ensure outstanding black-and-white prints. Built on Epson's heritage of professional ink technology, this pigment ink set offers instant colour stability. Colours stay consistent, whether viewed right out of the printer or decades later. With Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta, you get print quality and longevity that satisfies the most demanding professional.

The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 optimizes your working space. This compact, professional-level printer generates exhibition quality prints, worthy of gallery display, up to 17" x 22" - an innovation made possible by Epson's expertise in microminiaturization and professional printing technology.

AccuPhoto HD2 technology was created from a collaboration between Epson and the Rochester Institute of Technology's Munsell Colour Science Laboratory and combines a complex mathematical architecture and advanced screening technology to provide outstanding image quality. AccuPhoto HD2 is specifically engineered to ensure precision placement of each individual ink droplet, resulting in smooth, grain-free images. Choosing from an extraordinary number of possible ink combinations for each colour, this technology optimizes ink usage to maximize the colour gamut and provide smooth colour transitions and gradations. Reduction of the metameric index makes it possible to achieve consistent colour under different lighting conditions. And, it ensures truly photographic prints, even in high-speed or lower resolution print modes.

Our advanced MicroPiezo print head with AMC (Advanced Meniscus Control) is at the core of Epson's advanced ink jet technology, enabling the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 to deliver incredible detail. This permanent, high-performance print head creates variable-sized droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters and places them with remarkable accuracy and precision. This professional print head also incorporates an ink-repelling coating which decreases maintenance and increases reliability. Working together with Epson PreciseColour technology, the print head delivers consistent print quality every time from every Epson Stylus Pro 3880.

Part of an advanced workflow, the Advanced Black-and-White Photo Mode is your key to intuitive and consistent control, for stunning neutral or toned black-and-white prints. Choose from one of four present menus - neutral, warm, cool or sepia. Or, fine tune your image further with custom slider bars and the colour tone wheel that gives you precise control. Customized settings can be saved and recalled to achieve consistent prints every time.

The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 was designed without compromise so your visions could be printed without compromise. With its compact size, it represents the next step in professional desktop printing, and is a must have for the serious professional.

* MSRP. Dealer Prices may vary. All prices are in U.S. Dollars.