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Re: Epson R800 BW results

2004-04-16 by sanfo2003

As I mentioned in my original post, the only paper I've tried so far 
is EEM using the "SPR800EnhMatteBstPhoto.icc" profile and using 
the "Best Photo" resolution. This combo using the settings descibed 
in the post gave me an excellent, rich BW print that I would be proud 
to enter in a contest (if my darned photography were better). I don't 
know about Premium Glossy or Semi Gloss or Luster yet. I also have 
not tried Heavyweight Matte. Just haven't had the interest yet to try 
them since EEM is my primary BW paper with Photo Rag second. Haven't 
even printed in color yet -- I just got the printer last night.

Be aware that the profiles supplied with each printer are not custom 
to that particular printer so ever so slight variations may occur 
from one printer to another due to manufacturing tolerances. "Ever so 
slight" might be a big deal when trying to get a neutral print. 
Somebody once said getting a neutral print with colored inks is like 
balancing a cue ball on the end of a pin. All I know is that the 
results on my printer using the method above gave excellent results 
on EEM. I simply put up the post as an additional piece of info for 
your consideration if you're thinking about an R800.

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