Epson SC-P6000, 8000 and SC-P5000, 7000, 9000 Printers

Printer features

  • These high-quality printers made by Epson print a very large color space by using next generation Epson Ultrachrome inks with new chemical composition for higher durability and improved black density.
  • The Epson SC-6000, 8000 and SC-P5000, 7000, 9000 models are the direct successors of the Epson Stylus Pro x890 and x900 series. GMG ColorProof supports the Epson SC-P5000, 7000, 9000 with violet and LLK ink setup. Due to the new ink configuration, profiles and spot color sets created for Stylus Pro x900 printers need to be converted for use on SC-P printers.
  • The printers can optionally be equipped with an integrated measuring device (ILS 30, no support for ILS 20). The mounter and measurement unit of the Spectroproofer ILS 30 is interchangeable between old and new printer series.
  • To make the transition between different measurement conditions more convenient, GMG ColorProof has been equipped with an auto-switch for M0, M1, and M2. Reading the measurement condition from the selected calibration set or proof standard, the correct measurement mode is automatically applied.
  • To create printer calibrations and proof profiles for 3rd party media, you can download Starter Kits from our website (Support > Download Area).

Recommended drying times

For printers with an embedded SpectroProofer, the drying time after printing is very important for achieving correct measurement results. Different settings are recommended for different types of measurement. Drying settings can be changed in the Change Media dialog for each printer (> Media Specific Printer Settings).

Measurement Type Drying Method Drying Time
Measuring a control strip Air Drying 5 min
Recalibrating (GMG AutoCali Wizard) Air Drying 5 min
Measuring a Full Gamut test chart Air Drying 5 min
Measuring a Gamut test chart Air Drying 15 min
Optimizing an MX4 Profile Air Drying 15 min

Printer maintenance

  • The nozzle status is checked by embedded sensors without using media. The check is performed fully automatically, without user interaction required.