Representing a new standard of excellence, the Epson Stylus Pro 9890 incorporates Epson’s latest achievements in photographic ink jet technology. By combining the precision of their MicroPiezo TFP print head with the proven performance of their eight-color Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta, the newest generation of Epson Stylus Pro printers continue to represent a level of technology unprecedented in Epson's history.

Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta utilizes eight colors - including auto-switching Photo and Matte Black inks - while setting the benchmark standard for the industry. Even more remarkable, by combining them with Epson’s AccuPhoto HD screening technology, they have once again raised the level of print quality.
The printer’s advanced Epson MicroPiezo TFP print head is capable of producing higher quality prints, at speeds almost twice as fast as the previous generation. And, with Epson’s latest ink-repelling coating and auto nozzle verification technologies, clogged nozzles are virtually eliminated.

Like their higher-end Epson Stylus Pro 900 series printers, Epson has developed, in partnership with X-Rite, a high performance, in-line spectrophotometer (sold separately) for commercial proofing applications. When driven by the latest front-end RIPs, the SpectroProofer can automate virtually any color management process in your workflow.

The Stylus Pro 9890 is capable of handling virtually any media type, in roll or cut sheets, up to 44 inches wide. Whether producing sellable color or black-and-white photography, point-of-sale signage, or even color accurate commercial proofs for client approvals, creative professionals now have a powerful tool allowing them to produce their vision without compromise.

Base Printing Technology
Advanced MicroPiezo TFP print head with ink repelling coating technology
8-channel, drop-on-demand, ink jet print head
9-cartridge configured as:
C, Lc, VM, VLm, Y, Lk, LLk + PK or MK
Auto head alignment and cleaning technology
Auto sharing black ink channel
Professional-level pigment-based ink technology

Printer Nozzle Configuration
Color and Monochrome 360 nozzles x 8

Droplet Technology
Smallest droplet size 3.5 picoliters
Variable Droplet Technology produces up to three different droplet sizes per print line

Resolution
2880 x 1440 dpi; 1440 x 1440 dpi; 1440 x 720 dpi;
720 x 720 dpi; 720 x 360 dpi; 360 x 360 dpi

Print Engine Speeds*
16" x 20" prints from 1:53 to 7:14  Normal is 3:47
20" x 30" prints from 4:03 to 12:52  Normal is 6:39
40" x 60" prints from 12:26 to 40:05  Normal is 24:20

Acoustic Noise Level
Approximately 45 dB(A) according to ISO 7779

Operating Systems Supported
Macintosh  Leopard 10.5.8 or higher (16-bit)
Snow Leopard 10.6 or higher (16-bit)
Windows  XP, Vista, and Windows 7 (32 & 64-bit)

Printer Interfaces
Includes as standard one Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (1.1 compatible) and one Ethernet port (10/100Base-T)

Dimensions
74" (W) x 27" (D) x 48" (H) Weight: 256 lb
Dimensions and weight include printer stand

BorderFree Roll Printing
Left and right borderless "bleed" printing for the following roll media widths:
10", 13", 16", 17", 24", 36", 44"
Top and bottom edges can be automatically cut to any length when printing on roll media.

Optional SpectroProofer (44)
Carriage mechanism  44" wide
Spectrophotometer  X-Rite ILS20EP
Measurement accuracy  Below 0.50 dE94
Minimum patch size  7 mm x 15 mm
Measurement time  15 patches per second
UV handling  UV and UV-cut version available (at time of order)
Backing color  White and black backing plates included
Media Thickness  Up to 18 point (0.45 mm)
Temperature Sensor  Both internal/external temperature readings
Workflow integration  Most leading third-party RIPs and workflows. Fully supported by the Epson Proofing Edition Series.

Printable Area
Maximum paper width  
44"
Maximum printable width  
44.16"
Left and right margins  0 to 3 mm each (0.24" total)
Maximum printable length  Limited by application, OS, and driver/RIP used
Minimum paper width  210 mm (8.27")

Media Handling
Media input  
Single roll up to 44" wide
Cut-sheet size  
Cut-sheet up to 44" wide (auto-loading)
Roll media take-up reel  Auto forward and backward;
Light-based media tension sensor
Media core compatibility  User-adjustable roll media adapters accept either 2" or 3" media cores
Max. roll media diameter  6" (when using a 3" core)
Media weight  12 lb bond up to 1.5 mm posterboard
Minimum sheet size  8.27" x 11"
Built-in media cutter  Rotary cutting, automatic and manual

Epson Intelligent Pressurized Ink Cartridges**
Starter cartridge fill volume  110 ml x 9 total colors (used for initial fill at setup)
Replacement cartridge fill volume  150 ml, 350 ml or 700 ml, each color x 9 colors total
Ink cartridge shelf life (recommended)  2 years from production date or 6 months after open

Display Permanence Ratings***
Epson UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta Ink
Color  Up to 200 years
Black-and-White  Over 200 years

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. This process evaluates and adjusts each printer's performance at the manufacturing stage, ensuring consistent color output from printer-to-printer and print-to-print.

Products and Accessory Part Numbers

• Epson SpectroProofer  SPECTRO44
• UV-Cut Filter Version  SPECTRO44UV
• Automatic Take-up Reel System  C12C815321
• Replacement 44" Take-up Reel Core  C815121
• Additional Roll Media Adapters  C12C811241
• Replacement Printer Cutter Blade  C12C815331
• Replacement Ink Maintenance Tank  C12C890191
• Additional One-year Epson Preferred Plus Service  EPP7898B1
• Additional Two-year Epson Preferred Plus Service  EPP7898B2
• Additional One-year Epson Preferred Plus Service (SpectroProofer Only)  EPPSPB1

* Based upon print engine speed only. Total throughput times depend upon front-end RIP, file size, printer resolution, ink coverage, networking, etc. Normal Mode based on SuperFine - 1440 dpi.
** Cartridge yields vary considerably for reasons including images printed, print settings, temperature and humidity. Yields may be lower when printing infrequently or predominantly with one ink color. A variable amount of ink remains in the cartridge after the "replace cartridge" signal. Part of the ink from the first cartridges is used for priming the printer. Ink is used for both printing and print head maintenance. All inks are used for both black and color printing.
*** Display permanence rating based on accelerated testing of prints on specialty media displayed indoors under glass. Actual print stability will vary according to media, printed image, display conditions, light intensity, humidity and atmospheric conditions. Epson does not guarantee longevity of prints. For maximum print life, display all prints under glass or lamination or properly store them.