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RE: [Digital BW] Difference between various Epson models

2003-10-07 by Paul Roark

>Supposing that I'm going to use MIS Quadtone inks, what are
>the differences, advantages or disadvantages between the
>Epson 1200, 1270 and 1280?

I see the 1200 as older technology.  I'm not sure it uses the same
variable-dot head that the 1270, 1280 and 1290 use.

I'd stay with the 1270, 1280, 1290 family because they all seem to be able
to use the 1280 driver and thus the 1280 curves, which are the most
plentiful.  They appear to be basically the same machine.

(Whether Mac users with a 1270 can use the 1280 driver seems to be an open
question.)

There are also smaller versions of the 1280.  However, I don't know which
ones use the same drive and can thus use the same 1280 curves.

Paul
http://www.PaulRoark.com

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