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Epson Expression Photo XP-970 Small-In-One Inkjet Printer

BH #EPXP970 • MFR #C11CH45201
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Epson Expression Photo XP-970 Small-In-One Inkjet Printer
Key Features
  • Print, Scan, Copy
  • Max Resolution: 5760 x 1440 dpi
  • Max Print Size: 11 x 17"
  • Print Speed: 8.5 ppm Black / 8 ppm Color
Create the large 11 x 17" photos you always wanted to with the Expression Photo XP-970 Small-In-One Inkjet Printer from Epson, which offers high quality imaging along with the ability to scan and copy documents. Capable of printing at fast rates of 8.5 ppm in black or 8 ppm in color with a six-color Claria Premium ink set as well as reaching a max resolution of 5760 x 1440 dpi, the XP-970 will work for both photographs and high-volume documents. It also allows for double-sided printing, scanning, and copying of documents.
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Epson XP-970 Overview

Create the large 11 x 17" photos you always wanted to with the Expression Photo XP-970 Small-In-One Inkjet Printer from Epson, which offers high quality imaging along with the ability to scan and copy documents. Capable of printing at fast rates of 8.5 ppm in black or 8 ppm in color with a six-color Claria Premium ink set as well as reaching a max resolution of 5760 x 1440 dpi, the XP-970 will work for both photographs and high-volume documents. It also allows for double-sided printing, scanning, and copying of documents.

Scanning is possible via an 8.5 x 11.7" flatbed with a maximum hardware resolution is 4800 dpi. This can be interpolated to an impressive 9600 x 9600 dpi maximum. Copying is performed at speeds of 8.1 cpm in black or color. Additional features of the XP-970 are a memory card slot for SD, MemoryStick Duo, and CompactFlash cards. Control and activation of settings without a computer is done through the 4.3" touchscreen. Finally, the unit comes with USB 2.0, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi connectivity options.

Two-sided print speed of 4.7 ppm in black or 4.5 ppm in color
Prints 4 x 6" borderless photo in just 11 seconds
Borderless printing at up to 11 x 17"
Wireless printing features including Epson Connect, Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, and scan to cloud
Produce 1-99 copies without the need for a PC
Prints are smudge, scratch, water, and fade resistant for up to 200 years in album storage
Auto Photo Correction with advanced face detection as well as red-eye removal and photo restoration capabilities
Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
UPC: 010343949485

Epson XP-970 Specs

FunctionsPrint, Scan, Copy
Printer
Printing TechnologyInkjet
Color TypeColor
Configuration6 x Individual Cartridge
Ink TypeDye-Based
Ink Color1 x Black
1 x Cyan
1 x Magenta
1 x Yellow
1 x Light Cyan
1 x Light Magenta
Compatible CartridgesEpson 277
Print Resolution5760 x 1440 dpi
Borderless PrintingYes, Up to 11 x 17" / 27.94 x 43.18 cm
Duplex PrintingYes
Printer LanguageESC/P-R
Print Speed (By Time)8.5 ppm (Black)
8 ppm (Color)
4.7 ppm (Black Duplex)
4.5 ppm (Color Duplex)
Printer Media Handling
Media Handling2 x Input Tray, Output Tray
Media SizesInput Tray 1 / Input Tray 2
Minimum: 3.5 x 5" / 8.89 x 12.7 cm
Maximum: 11 x 17" / 27.94 x 43.18 cm
Paper CapacityInput Tray 1: 100 x Sheet
Input Tray 2: 20 x Sheet
Output Tray: 30 x Sheet
Special Media SupportCDs
Scanner
TypeFlatbed Scanner
Maximum Resolution4800 dpi (Optical)
4800 dpi (Interpolated)
Scan ModesColor, Grayscale, Monochrome
Color Depth48-Bit (Internal)
24-Bit (External)
Image Sensor1 x Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
Scanner Media Handling
Scan SizesFlatbed
Maximum: 8.5 x 11.7" / 21.59 x 29.72 cm
Copier
Number of CopiesUp to 99 Copies
Reduction/Enlargement25 to 400%
Copy Speed8.1 cpm (Black)
8.1 cpm (Color)
Duplex CopyingNo
Connectivity
Inputs/OutputsRJ45, USB-B
WirelessWi-Fi
Direct PrintingAndroid, Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, PictBridge, Wi-Fi Direct, Epson Remote Print, Epson iPrint Mobile
Media/Memory Card SlotSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
OS CompatibilityWindows
macOS
*As of February, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Environmental
Operating Temperature50 to 95°F / 10 to 35°C
Operating Humidity20 to 80%
Storage Temperature5 to 85°F / -15 to 29°C
Storage Humidity5 to 85%
General
Display Size4.3"
Display Type Touchscreen
BatteryNone
AC Input Power100 VAC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption20 W (Maximum)
0.2 W (Off)
Max Acoustic Noise49 dBA (Pressure)
Dimensions (W x H x D)26.3 x 18.9 x 11.6" / 66.8 x 48 x 29.5 cm
Weight19.4 lb / 8.8 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight23.15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)23 x 18 x 9"

Epson XP-970 Reviews

XP-970 Printer

By Big Iron
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-07

Easy set-up. Nice printer...works great so far...

This printer would not install on my new computer

By Stephen
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-01

The software would not successfully install on my computer. I tried twice, both with similar progress and the same result. I suspect this is due to obsolete driver software (graphics looked to be old and there was a CD included with the box, indicating that this printer's driver software was developed when most laptops came with a CD drive). I could not begin using it to see if the machine printed well. This is the first time I used an Epson product, but it'll be awhile before I try another Epson.

Xp-970 ink cartridges

By Schaller
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-28

The Xp-970 has small ink cartridges. I wish it had the larger refillable ink.

Solid SOHO inkjet choice

By Mark
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-29

Performs as expected and has been recognized and usable easily on several platforms and multiple machines. The print quality is very good and overall I am finding it to be a much better unit than an equivalent HP unit it replaced. I do wish I could run it dual homed on wired and wireless at the same time, but this was a minor inconvenience. Compared to the unit it replaced, its networking is vastly superior.

deception

By Jack 001
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-23

I purchased this printer because I always used Epson printer for my entire Photography career starting from Stylus R800.. The printer started working very well and after 18 months it keeps showing "Paper Loading cassette" for both paper trails. I did everything Epson offers as Options for this matter and nothing works. Twice I've contacted Support that afterward asked me to call before 5pm while having the printer next to me. Thing I don't really have time to do because I'm always home after 5pm. For me the printer become my first deception with Epson brand.

simple set up

By Bruce
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-25

my last printer was a pain to set up. This Epson was simple. I bought extra ink because I thought the set process would burn thru all the set up ink, it didn't, I have printed a bunch of non photo pages. I can't comment on photo prints or scanning yet as I have not done that yet, but keep getting reminders to do a review. If there are issues I will report back. I switched to epson because my Canon died and they didn't stand behind it.

Love this printer

By Erin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-07

In September of 2022 I buy an HP that was suppose to be a good photo printer ...It was not! So, I decided to try the Epson Expression Photo XP-970. It does a great job at printing. I am happy with the quality of the photos.

Money Well Spent

By Brenda512
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-21

I purchased the Epson Expression XP950 in March, 2015. It reached the end of it's useful life December 17, 2022. It looks like the XP970 is the updated version of my printer, so I'm reviewing here. I used this printer often and printed hundreds of beautiful borderless photos with it. I was disappointed when it suddenly quit last Saturday night because it has been so faithful all these years. I didn't use the 11x17 print size as much as I thought I would, so I'm purchasing the XP-8700 this time. I only hope it serves me as well as the 950. I've had several Epson printers over the years and for quality photos, you can't beat Epson.

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