Digital BW, The Print

Frank,

>... I've fired up my old 1160 with MIS sepia>neutral inkset ...

>... it's an opportunity for a change and a boost of quality, ...

>My initial look at some posts shows that the mis UT ink is probably 
>what I should order now. I figure I'd like to get refillable carts as 
>the cis is quite a lot of work. Also I dont need the extreme warmth 
>of the sepia>neutral set - I mostly never go beyond the warm curve.

Yes, the UT is probably the one to use.  It's as good as it gets in terms of
light fastness.   I have good curves for the UT and 1160.  The MIS new,
empty carts for the 1160 have always been of good quality.  I've used them
for several years.

>...Can the 1160 still hold it's own in a 'quality' 
>comparison to newer printers?

Not really; the 1280 is smoother, and the UT2 is more flexible.  However, if
you're printing medium warm or cool matte prints, and you're not the type
who inspects the prints with a magnifying glass to see if there are dots,
the 1160 is still an excellent choice. 

Paul
www.PaulRoark.com 

For UT2 information, curves, and settings see:
http://home1.gte.net/res09aij/