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Re: [Digital BW] Dmax Has Dropped - same paper / ink

2006-08-11 by Ernst Dinkla

CDTobie@... wrote:
> In a message dated 8/10/06 10:26:17 PM, t.ritz@... writes:
> 
> 
>> I've just picked up a PrintFix Pro and have been using it to build a warm
>> curve for Innova Soft Texture Art. I'm using an Epson 2200 and UC inks.
>>
>> My Dmax readings have been 1.61 or 1.62. All of a sudden I'm getting 1.56,
>> 1.57 and/or 1.58. A curve that measured 1.61 when reprinted (exact same
>> settings) now measures 1.57. I've remeasured the original curve and it's
>> still 1.61 (spectro is consistent). The matte black ink has not been
>> changed.
>>
> 
> Wait for the weather to change, and see if your d-max changes again...

But do not wait too long as the pigment may settle before 
humidity gets better :-)

Ernst

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