Digital BW, The Print

Rick, are CIS systems made for the canons? How about the quality of 
prints compared to Epson?

And how about ink costs, if a CIS isn't available?


Jerry

Rick Colson wrote:
> Re: Jon Cone's new B/W system FYI

> 
> Let's clear a few things up. First of all, Cone's new system is based on
> Piezotone inks which have a great reputation for NOT clogging. Second, the
> reasons for Canon are speed and the fact that a second head with color inks
> can be swapped out anytime. This means that you do not need a dedicated b&w
> printer. Think about it! Third, the removable head means that you can simply
> rinse it under running water to clean out any paper dust or ink residue.
> Fourth, printing through ICC profiles means no expensive RIP. And yes, there
> will be versions of the profiles and inks for Epson printers too, though
> they won't have the same advantage re: swapping heads. As to the Canon
> switch, I have an Epson 7500, 3000, 1160, 1270 and a 1200 but I might take
> another look at the Canons for the reasons mentioned.
>