Digital BW, The Print

Neil,

I've read of initial problems with the Septone system (cartridge issues), but I believe they've all be resolved. I use IP 5.6 (PC) for both color and B&W printing. I can assure you that grayscale output, at least to my eye, is dead neutral when using tint 50,50. Other tint values can be specified which will subtlely shift the "color" either warmer or cooler. No where near the tone shifts of, say, the MIS UT inkset and Paul's curves, but slight toning nonetheless. With Septone, keep in mind that you would have to dedicate a 2200 to B&W only and the cartridges are approx twice the cost of the standard Epson cartridges.

Just a couple of thoughts....

Alan Huntley

> 
> From: "neilsphoto" <neilsphoto@...>
> Date: 2003/11/10 Mon AM 09:14:41 EST
> To: DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [Digital BW] Image Print vs Septone
> 
> A simple question w/o a simple answer.  I print 90% B&W and have been 
> happy with matte black ink on matte paper in my 2200.   Very near neutral 
> prints except for when I get window light on them.   Nothing new here.
> 
> So between those 2 options which to choose.  Leave price out for now.  One 
> uses OE ink so clogging etc should not be any more of a problem than 
> normal. 
>  Problems with Septone ink?  Anyone know?  I can 2200 Ink at Staples Office 
> stores. Another plus.   I think the closer I stay with OE  Epson materials the 
> better.  I want to print not tinker.
> 
> How about using the programs?   Easy to pick up or do you wonder "huh 
> what?" too often.    I'm on OS X.
> 
> And they really really work?    Has IP really got no color shift using the same 
> ink as Epson?   
> 
> All comments welcome, thanks
> 
> Neil