The Epson Stylus Pro 9700 (44-inch) printer combines the extreme precision of Epson's MicroPiezo TFP™ print head, with the extraordinary performance of Epson UltraChrome® Vivid Magenta Ink. This newest generation of Epson Stylus Pro printers represents a level of printing technology unprecedented within the Engineering Scientific and Display Signage markets.

High-Precision Ten-Channel Epson MicroPiezo TFP™ Print Head

• High-Precision Ten-Channel Epson MicroPiezo® TFP™ Print Head
• Thin Film Piezo (TFP) print head design capable of extreme dot placement accuracy
• One-inch wide, high performance print head with 720 nozzles per color
• Extreme line accuracy of +/- 0.1% at line weights as low as 28 micrometers
• Auto-switching dual-black ink technologies - Photo and Matte Black
• Low vibration meniscus control for highly accurate dot shape and placement
• All-new ink repelling coating for dramatically reduce nozzle clogging
• Produces variable-sized droplets as small as 3.5 picoliters to greatly decrease print times while optimizing photographic quality

Epson AccuPhoto™ HD Screening

• Advanced four-color screening algorithm resulting in prints with superior color and clarity
• Maximum resolution of 1440 x 1440 dpi for incredibly sharp text and line art
• Produces extremely fine blends and photographic transitions
• Extremely accurate highlight-to-shadow details
• When combined with the precise dot placement accuracy of the Epson MicroPiezo TFP print head, overall photographic and vector-based print quality is dramatically improved

Epson PreciseColor™ Manufacturing

In order to ensure consistent printing between multiple Epson Stylus Pro printers of the same model, Epson has refined the manufacturing process to include colorimetric calibration. Eliminating the need for internal calibration devices, this system evaluates and adjusts each printer's performance at the manufacturing stage, ensuring consistent color output from printer to printer and print to print.

Automatic Nozzle Verification and Cleaning

• Embedded sensors quickly verify nozzle status without using media and automatically cleans the print head if required

Automatic Print Head Alignment

• Built-in sensor performs highly precise alignments of all color channels
• Aligns both single- and bi-directional print modes

Epson UltraChrome with Vivid Magenta Ink Technology

• Next Generation Four-Color Pigment-Based Ink System
• Unique High Dynamic Range (HDR) pigments for an extremely wide color gamut
• Four-color printing system including dual-black ink technology
• Designed to work with Epson AccuPhoto HD screening technology
• Produces true archival prints up to 200 years 1
• Improved Microcrystal Encapsulation™ Technology for reduced gloss differential
• Improved black density up to a D-max of 2.6 with an L* value as low as ~3.0 2

Automatic Dual-Black Ink Modes

With both Photo and Matte Black ink cartridges installed simultaneously, the Epson Stylus Pro 7700 and 9700 series printers automatically utilize the optimal black ink mode, delivering maximum black density for the chosen media.

Professional Media Handling

• Compatible with virtually any media type, in roll or cut sheet, up to 24 or 44 inches wide
• Accurate loading of cut-sheet media up to 1.5 mm thick posterboard
• All media is front-loaded via a unique straight-through media path
• Printer and driver based media identification and synchronization system for virtually error-free media use
• Media bin safely captures multiple prints up to 24" x 36" or 44" x 36"
• Optional Automatic Take-up Reel System for unattended production of large print runs (available on the Epson Stylus Pro 9700 only)

Epson ePlaten™ Media Loading Technology

• Accurate automatic media loading, movement, skew adjustment, and tracking
• Electronically controlled roll media back tension
• Automatic roll media rewind upon media release
• Simplifies the overall roll and cut-sheet media loading process

Spindle-Free Roll Media Loading

• User-adjustable roll media adapters accept either 2- or 3-inch media cores
• Simple tension lever ensures quick and secure media core loading
• Designed with Epson ePlaten Technology for highly accurate roll media usage
• Additional media adapter pairs available as an accessory for efficient roll media switching

Roll Media Length Tracking and Identification System

• Realtime automatic remaining roll media length counter
• Auto bar code tagging of remaining roll media information for faster reloading
• Very useful for tracking partially used media rolls
• System can be disabled if not required by your workflow

High Performance Rotary Cutting System

• Durable rotary cutter, designed to be virtually maintenance free
• High performance cutting speeds - cuts 24" to 44" wide rolls in under two seconds
• Off-carriage cutting system eliminates media dust within critical components

High Performance Print Engine Speeds

Epson Intelligent High-Capacity Ink System

• Pressurized ink cartridge technology ensures reliable ink delivery at all print speeds, while dramatically reducing the physical size of the ink cartridges
• Five individual ink cartridges; available in 150 ml, 350 ml, and 700 ml fill capacities
• On-the-fly ink cartridge replacement for increased productivity
• Mix and match across all three ink cartridge sizes

Easy-to-Use Front Control Panel

• High-resolution 2.5-inch color LCD for improved viewing of printer status
• Simple button layout for all navigation and basic printer functions

Superior Connectivity and File Compatibility

• Connectivity includes one USB 2.0 and one 10/100 BaseT Ethernet port
• Epson Professional Photographic Drivers for Macintosh® and Windows®
• Epson high-resolution PDF file support and printing
• Epson HDI Driver Support
• View Companion Express Software included with full support for printing HPGL, HPGL/2, HP-RTL, and CALS file formats from Microsoft Windows
• Fully supported by most leading third-party software RIPs and workflows

Apple® Macintosh® 16-bit Printer Drivers

• Enhanced 16-bit data support for Macintosh users
• Takes full advantage of 16-bit data files from compatible application software
• Depending upon the file being printed, you may see a more accurate print

myEpsonPrinter.com

• Advanced web-based printer information and management system
• Automatically tracks consumables usage and print job information, regardless of location
• Provides real-time cost-per-print estimates and print-job-run information
• Create various reports using actual print job information
• Provides remote printer monitoring and alert capability
• Secure information management using sophisticated encryption technologies
• True web-based, fleet-wide printer management via secure, web-based account 

Included Software Products

• Epson CopyFactory – When paired with an Epson scanner or multifunction printer, this software enables users to quickly and easily enlarge both hard copy originals and digital pictures to many standard poster sizes. Works with Windows XP, Vista, and 7 (32 bit).
• Print Artist for Epson – Easy to use design software for creating large format posters, banners, and much more. Users can quickly create print projects by using any of the more than 16,000 included project templates, and numerous clip-art and graphics. Works with Windows XP, Vista, and 7 (32 bit).