Digital BW, The Print

> Thanks Paul,
> Are there any dedicated B&W solutions for the R1800 that utilizes all cart
> positions?
> 
> Is it necessary? Will the printer operate normally if there are no color carts
> in the non-K positions?
> 
> Any clogging issues (above and beyond the tolerances of the printer)?
> 
> Sorry, as you can all tell I¹m sorta new to this game.
> 
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> If you already have an 1800 and 2400, then given my current B&W preference
> for the 100% carbon approach with a 1.5 pl dot printer like the 1800, I'd
> set up the 1800 for matte printing with the 3-MK (Eboni) for B&W.
> 
> If I had a 2400 and needed glossy color, I'd use the 2400 for that.
> 
> Of course, the 1800 has a great reputation for high gloss color.  So, if you
> need that type of glossy solution, this setup would not work for you.
> 
> There are a lot of variables here in terms of personal preferences.  So,
> it's impossible to make a recommendation that is the best compromise for
> everyone.
> 
> Paul
> www.PaulRoark.com
> 
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>>>> >> >... In the 1800 ... you could use Paul Roark's latest 3K Eboni workflow
>> > 
>> > For matte paper printing only ...
>> > 
>>>> >> > as well as a full set of UT-3D inks giving you a variety of
>>>> >> > B&W choices for both matt and glossy.
>> > 
>> > I have not tested the UT-3D inkset in the 1800. If you try it, be sure to
>> > use a rip and be comfortable making your own profiles. There are no UT-3D
>> > inks that are appropriate for the Red and Blue ink positions. The 3D
> inkset
>> > is best in hextone printers, with the k2 machines also quite nice. When
> the
>> > Epson driver starts to throw in more crossovers it's more than PS curves
> and
>> > the 3D inkset can deal with effectively.
>> > 
>> > Paul
>> > www.PaulRoark.com
>> > 
>> > 
>> > 



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