EPSON Stylus Color 777/777i
sheet feeder left edge guide
paper support printer cover
Paper name EPSON Photo Paper
Size Letter A6 inches Panoramic
Part number S041141 S041140 S041134 S041145 S041064 S041063 S041054 S041147 S041267 S041144-KIT S041144 S041153/S041155 S041106 S041257 S041258
EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies Letter A4
output tray output tray extension
EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards
EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Letter Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Card Kit EPSON Photo Stickers Kit (CD-ROM and paper) EPSON Photo Stickers (refill, paper only) EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets EPSON Matte Paper Heavyweight Letter A6, 16 frames per sheet A6, 16 frames per sheet Letter A4 Letter A4
ink cartridge clamps ink cartridge holders (do not remove)

control panel

The availability of paper types varies by location. Not all paper types match the Media Type setting names in the printer software. See page 6 or the instructions that came with the paper to select the correct Media Type setting.

Accessories

Ink Cartridges
Cartridge Black Color Part number T017201 (U.S.) or T017311 (Canada and Latin America) T018201 (U.S.) or T018311 (Canada and Latin America)

Printer Specifications

Printing
Printing method Black Color
Size Letter A4 Letter A4 Letter A4 Legal Letter A4 Letter A4 A6 Part number S041060 S041059 S041111 S041117 S041062/S041029 S041161 S041067 S041124 S041126 S041072 S041071 S041107
On-demand ink jet 144 nozzles 144 nozzles (48 each: cyan, magenta, yellow) Maximum 2880 dpi 720 dpi Bidirectional with logic seeking ESC/P Raster, EPSON Remote 256KB

Nozzle configuration

Paper name EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper EPSON High Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Paper EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film
Resolution Print direction Control code Input buffer
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Paper type Single sheets Size Letter (8.inches) Legal (8.inches) Half letter (statement, 5.5 8.5 inches) Executive (7.inches) A4 (mm) A5 (mm) Letter (8.inches) A4 (mm) A6 (mm), glossy film only Letter (8.inches) A4 (mm) A4 (mm) Paper types Plain bond paper and special ink jet papers distributed by EPSON Thickness 0.003 to 0.004 inch (0.08 to 0.11 mm) for plain bond paper Weight 17 to 24 lb (64 to 90 g/m2) for plain bond paper
Transparencies, glossy film, glossy paper Matte Paper Heavyweight Self-adhesive sheets Envelopes
Transparencies, glossy paper, and glossy film distributed by EPSON Matte paper distributed by EPSON Self adhesive sheets distributed by EPSON
0.006 to 0.02 inch (0.16 to 0.52 mm)
12 to 20 lb (45 to 75 g/m2)
No. 10, 4.1 9.5 inches (mm) Plain bond paper or air mail paper DL, 4.3 8.7 inches (mm) C6, 4.4 6.4 inches (mm) A6 (mm) Letter (8.inches) Letter (8.inches) A4 (mm) inches (mm) Panoramic (mm) A6 (mm), 16 frames/sheet Ink jet cards distributed by EPSON Photo paper distributed by EPSON
Ink jet cards Photo Paper

Photo Stickers

Photo stickers distributed by EPSON Transfer paper distributed by EPSON
Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Letter (8.inches) Paper Always load paper into the sheet feeder short edge first, except for envelopes. Load envelopes flap edge first with the flap side down Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, EPSON cannot attest to the quality of any non-EPSON brand or type of paper. Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs. Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams and other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. Do not load curled or folded paper. Use papers under these conditions: Temperature: 59 to 77 F (15 to 25 C) Humidity: 40 to 60% RH Store printouts on EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film and Self Adhesive Sheets under these conditions: Temperature: 59 to 86 F (15 to 30 C) Humidity: 20 to 60% RH

Printable area

A B-L B-R

A B-L B-R C

envelopes
single sheets/index cards A: The minimum top margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). When loading multiple sheets of EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film, the minimum top margin is 1.2 inches (30 mm). B-L: The minimum left margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). B-R: The minimum right margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) for all papers except DL envelopes (0.28 inch [7 mm]) and No. 10 envelopes (1.10 inches [28 mm]). C: The minimum bottom margin is 0.55 inch (14.0 mm). * You can extend the minimum bottom margin to 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) by selecting Maximum as the Printable Area setting. However, print quality may decline in the expanded area. Before printing large jobs, print a single sheet to confirm print quality.

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EPSON 4 6-inch Photo Paper * (dotted lines indicate perforations)

Mechanical

Paper feed method

L&R

Friction Sheet feeder, rear entry 100 sheets of 17 lb (64 g/m 2) paper Width: 17.7 inches (450 mm) Depth: 10.1 inches (257 mm) Height: 6.8 inches (173 mm) Width: 17.7 inches (450 mm) Depth: 17.8 inches (452 mm) Height: 11 inches (279 mm) 9 lb (4.1 kg) without the ink cartridges
Paper path Sheet feeder capacity Dimensions Storage
A: The maximum top margin is 0.67 inch (17.0 mm). L & R: The maximum left and right margin is 0.24 inch (6.1 mm). The minimum left and right margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). C: The maximum bottom margin is 0.24 inch (6.1 mm). * EPSON 4 6-inch Photo Paper is 4.5 6.9 inches (114.3 175.3 mm), including the perforated margins. The printable area is inches (101.6 152.4 mm).

Weight

Electrical
Specification 120 V Model 99 to 132 V 220240 V Model 198 to 264 V 50 to 60 Hz 49.5 to 60.5 Hz 0.4 A 0.2 A
Black ink cartridge: T017201 (U.S.) or T017311 (Canada and Latin America) Black Color ink cartridge: T018201 (U.S.) or T018311 (Canada and Latin America) Cyan, Magenta, Yellow
Input voltage range* Rated frequency range Input frequency range Rated current

Specification Color(s)

Print capacity* 600 pages; A4, 3.5% (ISO/ 300 pages (A4, 360 dpi, IEC letter pattern), text at 5% duty each color) 360 dpi Cartridge life 2 years from production date (if unopened) (within 6 months after opening package, at 77 F [25 C]) 4 to 104 F (20 to 40 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C) 22 to 140 F (30 to 60 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C) 120 hours at 140 F (60 C) 0.4 F (18 C) 1.7 2.6 1.5 inches (W D H) 43.2 66.85 38.5 mm (W D H)
Power consumption Approx. 17 W (ISO Letter Pattern) Approx. 2.5 W in standby mode * Check the label on the back of the printer for your printers voltage.
Storage temperature Transit temperature

Environmental

Temperature Operation Storage* Transit* 50 to 95 F (10 to 35 C)
3.2 F (16 C) Freezing temperature** Dimensions 1.1 2.6 1.5 inches (W D H) 28.1 66.85 38.5 mm (W D H)
to 104 F (20 to 40 C) 1 month at 104 F (40 C) 4 to 140 F (20 to 60 C) 120 hours at 140 F (60 C) 20 to 80% RH
* The figure given is based on continuous printing after ink replacement. The actual print capacity may vary, depending on how often you turn on the printer and how often you clean the print head. ** Ink thaws and is usable after approximately 3 hours at 77 F (25 C). To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSONs warranties. Dont use an ink cartridge if the date on the package has expired.
Humidity (without condensation) Operation Storage* 5 to 85% RH

*Stored in shipping container

Safety Approvals

Safety standards EMC UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950 FCC part 15 subpart B class B
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Control Panel

You can diagnose some problems by checking the printers control panel lights, as described below, or running a printer check, as described on page 4.
error light power light power button
Installing Ink Cartridges for the First Time
Follow these ink cartridge precautions and the others in your Printer Basics book:
Use the cartridges packed with your printer the first time you install ink cartridges or your printer wont charge properly. Install both ink cartridges, and leave them installed for all types of printing, or the printer wont work. Remove the yellow tape seal from the ink cartridges or youll permanently damage them. Dont remove the clear seals from the bottom or ink will leak out.
ink cartridge replacement button

maintenance button

Dont touch the green chips on the cartridges. This prevents normal operation and printing. Never turn off the printer when the P power light is flashing, unless the printer hasnt moved or made any noise for more than 5 minutes. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink. If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water.

P is on

The P power light is on when the printer is ready to print. It flashes when the printer is receiving a print job, charging ink, or cleaning the print head. When the b error light is on, paper is out or loaded incorrectly, or you have a paper jam. If necessary, load or reload paper and press the b maintenance button. If paper is jammed, press the b maintenance button to try to clear the jam. If that doesnt work, turn off the printer and gently pull out all the paper. Turn on the printer and press the b maintenance button to resume printing. When the b error light is on and your paper is loaded correctly and not jammed, you need to replace an ink cartridge. Determine which cartridge is out of ink and replace the cartridge as described on page 6. When the b error light flashes, your ink supply is low. Determine which cartridge is low as described on page 7 and make sure you have a replacement cartridge. When the Ppower light is off and the b error light is on, jammed paper may be blocking movement of the print head. Turn off the printer, open the cover, and check inside for any jammed paper. Then turn the printer back on. If the lights are still in the same state, contact your dealer or EPSON. When both lights flash as youre replacing an ink cartridge, the flash pattern indicates which cartridge is low on ink, as described on page 7. If youre not replacing ink but both lights are flashing, your printer may have an internal error. Turn off the printer, wait a few seconds, and turn it on again. If the lights still flash, contact your dealer or EPSON. When both lights are off, the printer is not receiving power. Try these solutions: t Make sure the printer is turned on. t Turn off the printer, plug in the power cord securely, and turn on the printer again. t Make sure the outlet is operable and is not controlled by a switch or timer. If in doubt, try using another outlet.

b is on

1. Plug in the printer and press the P power button to turn it on. 2. Lower the printers output tray and open the cover.

b flashes

P is off and b is on

P and b flash

3. Lift up the two ink cartridge clamps.

P and b are off

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4. Unwrap the ink cartridges, then remove only the yellow part of the tape seal on top. Dont pull off the blue part.

Testing the Printer

You can run a printer check to determine whether a problem comes from the printer itself or some other source. 1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off. 2. Disconnect the interface cable from the printer. 3. Make sure letter-size or larger paper is loaded in the printer. 4. Hold down the b maintenance button, then press and release the P power button. Continue holding down the b maintenance button until the Ppower light starts to flash, then release it. The printer prints one page showing its ROM version number, ink counter, and a nozzle check pattern. (If the pattern has gaps in its dots, you need to clean the print head; see page 8.) 5. To end the check, turn off the printer after it prints the check page. Then reconnect the interface cable and turn on your printer and computer. If the check page prints, the problem probably lies in your software settings, the interface cable, or your computer. If the check page doesnt print, you may have a problem with your printer. Try the suggestions in the Printer Basics book. If nothing seems to work, contact your dealer or EPSON.

black cartridge

color cartridge
5. Tilt each cartridge forward slightly as you lower it into its holder. Hang the tabs on the back of the ink cartridges on the hoods on the holder clamps.
Dont place the cartridges under the holder clamp hooks; you may damage the clamp when you close it.
Printing on Special Media
Whether you print on plain paper or special media, you need to select the Media Type setting according to the guidelines in the table below.
For this paper name. Plain paper and envelopes EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper EPSON High Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Paper EPSON Photo Paper EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Cards EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film EPSON Photo Stickers EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies Matte Paper - Heavyweight Select this Media Type setting Plain paper 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper

6. Close the ink cartridge clamps. 7. Press the e ink cartridge replacement button to begin charging the ink delivery system, then close the printer cover. 8. Charging takes about two minutes. the P power light flashes and the printer makes various sounds until its finished. Dont turn off the printer or interrupt charging or it will start over, using more ink than necessary. Charging is finished when the P power light stops flashing and stays on.

Photo Paper

Premium Glossy Photo Paper Photo Quality Glossy Film Ink Jet Transparencies Matte Paper - Heavyweight
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Additional Media Loading Guidelines
Dont use the cleaning sheets that may be included with your special media; they may damage the printer.
t You can load the following number of sheets of EPSON special media:
For this paper name. Load this number of sheets Up to the arrow mark on the inside of the left edge guide Up to 30 cards with the included support sheet beneath the stack One sheet at a time
t Always handle sheets by the edges, and dont touch the printable surface. t Be sure to load the printable (whiter) side of the media face up in the sheet feeder. t You can load paper up to the arrow mark on the left edge guide. t In addition to the Media Type setting, remember to select the correct Paper Size for your media in the printer software. t If the special media has protective sheets between each sheet of media, be sure to remove the protective sheets before printing. t If any paper you buy comes with a cleaning sheet, dont use the cleaning sheet with this printer; it may jam inside the printer. t Some special media have a cut corner that you need to position correctly, as shown below.

cut corner

EPSON 360 dpi Ink Jet Paper EPSON High Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper EPSON Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards EPSON Glossy Photo Greeting Cards EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Paper EPSON Photo Quality Self Adhesive Sheets EPSON Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper EPSON Photo Stickers EPSON Premium Glossy Photo Paper Photo Paper (Panoramic size) EPSON Ink Jet Transparencies EPSON Photo Quality Glossy Film

One sheet at a time with the included support sheet or a piece of plain paper beneath the special paper Up to 20 sheets with the included support sheet beneath the stack
EPSON Photo Paper (Letter-, A4-, or 4 6-inch size) Matte Paper - Heavyweight
Replacing an Ink Cartridge
When the b error light flashes, an ink cartridge is low on ink. This is a good time to make sure you have a new cartridge. When the b error light stays on, a cartridge is empty and you need to replace it.
The b error light also comes on if you have a paper jam, so make sure you check for that before replacing a cartridge.
When an installed cartridge is more than six months old, you may need to replace it if printouts dont look their best. If the quality doesnt improve after cleaning and aligning the print head, you can replace the cartridge even if the b error light is off. Use these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of installing them and before the expiration date on the package: t Black ink cartridge: T017201 (U.S.), T017311 (Canada) t Color ink cartridge: T018201 (U.S.), T018311 (Canada)
To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSONs warranty.
When you need new ink cartridges, contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store at www.epson.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.
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Before you replace a cartridge, be sure to read these sections below: t Ink Cartridge Precautions below t Determining Which Cartridge to Replace
Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges
Be sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. Once you start the ink cartridge replacement procedure, you must complete all the steps in one session. Follow these steps to replace ink cartridges: 1. Make sure the printer is turned on and not printing (the Ppower light should be on, but not flashing), then open the printer cover. 2. Press the e ink cartridge replacement button. The print head moves to the center and the Ppower light flashes and the b error light flashes or remains on. (If you need to determine which cartridge to replace, check the status monitor window or the control panel light pattern now, as described above.) 3. The color cartridge is on the right and the black is on the left. Pull up the ink cartridge clamp. The cartridge rises up from its holder.

Ink Cartridge Precautions
Follow these precautions and those listed in the Printer Basics book before handling ink cartridges:
Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink. If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water. To avoid damaging the printer, never move the print head by hand. You cannot print if either ink cartridge is empty. Leave the empty cartridge installed in the printer until you have obtained a replacement. Otherwise the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out. You must remove the yellow tape from the top of the cartridge or you will permanently damage it. Dont try to remove the clear seal underneath the cartridge. Dont touch the green circuit board on the back of the cartridge; you may inhibit normal operation and printing.
Determining Which Cartridge to Replace
To find out which ink cartridge is low or empty, do one of the following: t Check the information in the EPSON Status Monitor 3 (Windows) or EPSON StatusMonitor (Macintosh) window that automatically appears on your screen when you print. t Press the e ink cartridge replacement button and check the flash pattern of the control panel lights: t t
4. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of it carefully.
b error and P power lights flash at the same speed =

replace black cartridge

b error light flashes twice as fast as the P power
light = replace color cartridge
5. Unwrap the new ink cartridge. Then remove only the yellow tape seal on top.
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6. Tilt the new cartridge forward slightly as you place it in its holder.

Cleaning the Print Head

If your printouts are unexpectedly light or faint, or dots or lines are missing from the image, you may need to clean the print head. This unclogs the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if quality declines. This section explains how to clean the print head using the Head Cleaning utility, which is the recommended method when the printer is connected to a local port, not over a network.
Hang the tabs at the back of the cartridge on the hooks in the holder clamps.
Dont place the cartridge under the hooks; you may damage the clamp when you close it.
You can also clean the print head by holding down the b maintenance button on the printers control panel for three seconds when the b error light is off. See your Fix-it Flix movies or your electronic Reference Guide for detailed instructions.

When you dont turn on your printer for a long time, the print quality can decline. Its a good idea to turn on your printer at least once a month to maintain good print quality.
7. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it locks in place.
Follow these steps to run the Head Cleaning utility: 1. Make sure the printer is turned on but not printing, and the b error light is off. (If the b error light is flashing or on, you may need to replace the ink cartridge; see page 7 for details.) 2. If you have an application running, access the printer settings dialog box. Or, with Windows, click Start, point to Settings, and select Printers. Right-click the EPSON Stylus Color 777 printer icon. Then select Properties (Windows 95 or 98), Document Defaults (Windows NT), or Printing Preferences (Windows 2000). 3. Windows: Click the Utility tab. Macintosh: Click the Utility button.

Head Cleaning button.

8. If you need to replace the other ink cartridge, repeat steps 3 through 7 before continuing with step 9. 9. Press the e ink cartridge replacement button and close the printer cover. The printer begins charging the ink delivery system. The P power light flashes, and the printer makes noise. Charging takes about one minute. When its finished, the P power light stops flashing and stays on and the b error light goes out.
Never turn off the printer while the P power light is flashing, unless the printer hasnt moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes.
4. On the Utility menu, click the
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to clean the print head. Cleaning takes about 30 seconds, during which the printer makes some noise and the Ppower light flashes.
6. When the P power light stops flashing, run a nozzle check to confirm the print head nozzles are clean. Make sure paper is loaded in the printer and click Print nozzle check pattern. Then click Print. The nozzle check pattern prints (see the next section for details).
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7. If the nozzle check pattern has no gaps in its dots, click Finish. If the pattern is missing dots, click Clean to clean the print head again. If you dont see any improvement after cleaning three or four times, check the solutions in the Printer Basics book. You can also turn the printer off and wait overnightthis allows any dried ink to softenand then try cleaning the print head again. 4. You see the Utility menu. Click the Alignment button.

Print Head

5. Follow the instructions on the screen to print a test page. You see this window:
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern
Examine the nozzle check pattern you print (the lower row will be in color). Each staggered horizontal and straight vertical line should be complete, with no gaps in the dot pattern. If your printout looks okay, youre done.

missing dots

6. On the printed page, select the pattern that shows the two vertical lines most precisely printed on top of each other. Select one pattern each for rows 1, 2, and 3. Then enter the number of the best pattern for each row in the corresponding boxes on the screen. 7. Click Realignment to print another test page. Make sure the pattern numbered 8 in each row is the best aligned. If not, repeat steps 6 and 7. 8. When youre finished, click Finish.
If any dots are missing (as shown here), clean the print head again, as described on page 8.

Aligning the Print Head

If your printouts contain misaligned vertical lines, you may need to align the print head. Your printer must be connected to a local port, not on a network, to use the Print Head Alignment utility. 1. Make sure the printer is turned on, but not printing, and letter-size paper is loaded.
Load paper thats at least 8.27 inches (210 mm) wide to prevent ink from spraying inside the printer and smudging your printouts. For the best results, load EPSON ink jet paper in the printer whenever you check the print head alignment.

Cleaning the Printer

To keep your printer working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the printer, unplug the power cord, and disconnect the printer cable. 2. Remove all the paper from the sheet feeder. 3. Clean the exterior of the printer with a soft, damp cloth. 4. Clean ink out of the printers interior with a soft, damp cloth.
Dont touch the gears inside the printer. Never use a hard or abrasive brush, or alcohol or thinner for cleaning; they can damage the printer components and case. Dont get water on the printer components and dont spray lubricants or oils inside the printer. Dont use any cleaning sheets included with special media; they may jam inside the printer.
2. If you have an application running, access the printer settings dialog box. Or, with Windows, click Start, point to Settings, and select Printers. Right-click the EPSON Stylus Color 777/ 777i icon, then select Properties (Windows 95 or 98), Document Defaults (Windows NT), or Printing Preferences (Windows 2000). 3. Windows: Click the Utility tab. Macintosh: Click the Utility button.

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Transporting the Printer

If you move your printer some distance, you need to prepare it for transportation in its original box or one of a similar size. Follow these steps:
To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Be sure to remove the tape used in step 4 after installing the printer in its new location.
1. Turn on the printer, wait until the print head locks in the far right position, then turn off the printer. 2. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Then disconnect the printer cable from the printer. 3. Remove any paper from the printer and remove the paper support. 4. Open the printer cover. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with tape as shown, then close the printer cover. 5. Push in the output tray extension and close the tray. 6. Repack the printer and attachments in the original box using the protective materials that came with it. See the Start Here sheet. Be sure to keep the printer level as you transport it. After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head and then print a document to test the output.
Tape the ink cartridge holder to the printer case

Related Documentation

TM-SC777 PL-SC777 CPD-10839 CPD-10841 CPD-10842 EPSON Stylus Color 777/777i Service Manual EPSON Stylus Color 777/777i Parts Price List EPSON Stylus Color 777/777i Printer Basics EPSON Stylus Color 777/777i Start Here EPSON Stylus Color 777/777i CD-ROM
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