On 12/29/2009 1:16 AM, acevbolt wrote: > > I searched around on the forum, but wasn't sure if what I am > experiencing is what is referred to as "artifacts" in other posts. I'm > using an Epson r280 with UT-RC (glossy black)inks and Kirkland paper. > I noticed recently that deep blacks(maybe "pure" blacks) look odd when > the print is viewed at an angle. Kind of a reflection or like > something is on top of the paper. > Prior to this setup I used an Epson R220 with UT-R2(glossy) and the > same paper, but never had this problem. Is this a known issue(if so, > any recommendations?) or more likely an issue with my printer? > > Thanks in advance, > > Gabe > > I believe what you see is "metamrism" (sp?). Some dye based ink jet inks cause this problem. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
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Re: [Digital BW] Deep blacks seem reflective when viewed from side (UT-RC and Epson R280)
2009-12-31 by Theresa