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Re: Introducing myself.
2001-11-07 by Ruhrfoto/Bernd L.
... Good choice, Brandon I`´ve got the opportunity to play with Piezo, MIS FS and MIS VM inks. Today I would recommend MIS VM with Paul Roarks´s # 13 curves
RE: [Digital BW] Quad Ink Densities -- Color Test and 21-step test file locations
2001-11-07 by Paul Roark
Alessandro, ... outputs ... That is my assumption, and it appears to be close enough to correct to use the Color Test curve and 21-step test file as a way to
RE: [Digital BW] Quad Ink Densities -- Color Test and 21-step tes t file locations
2001-11-07 by Alessandro Pardi
Thanks, Paul. Just to see what happens I opened 21-step image in Photoshop, converted to RGB, applied the curve and I measured (with the eyedropper tool) the
Group Paper Buy - Nov 10 Deadline
2001-11-07 by rmurai@oro.net
Thought I d remind everyone of the group buy. We can use as many people as possible. rm Hi Folks, I m interested in determining how many people will commit to
Re: fs, custom dot gain?
2001-11-07 by Hap Mullenneaux
... First, the easy question. FS stands for Full Spectrum, a quad black inkset made by MIS that is similar to the piezoBW inkset. As far as Custom Dot Gain,
Yahoo Pop-Up Ads/Panicware
2001-11-07 by Mark Tucker
If, like me, you read this list on the web, you ve probably seen Yahoo s disgusting practice of opening new pop-up windows when viewing this board. They show
Re: To warranty or not to warranty
2001-11-07 by Dave Tevis
... wrote: Microbanding is not a feature of this printer. Many of the members of this group use 1160s with no problems. I have 2 currently
Variable-tone with sepia to neutral range -- VM-Sepia3-N3
2001-11-07 by Paul Roark
My latest variable-tone inkset mix manages to cover the neutral to sepia range. This brew is called VM-Sepia3-N3. It prints with the same VM curves. The sepia
fs, custom dot gain?
2001-11-07 by Roger Smith
Dear People, Please excuse the ignorance of a person new to these printing techniques, but what does fs stand for and what is custom dot gain ? Thanks for
To warranty or not to warranty
2001-11-07 by Heath Sandall
Hello, I originally posted this on the epson list, but it was suggested that I should post it here also. I am printing with an 1160 and MIS original quads with
[Digital BW] Neutral tone FS inks for Piezo driver -- update
2001-11-07 by Paul Roark
I have slightly adjusted the formula for the neutral FS inks that I published here on 10/30. The FS-N3 inkset mix is as follows: 1. Mix a dark blue toner:
Re: Old Photos and VM Sepia2 toner
2001-11-07 by grdglass@aol.com
Paul, Are you sticking with the formula for the 4 ink printers which you detailed in a previous post? Your previous post implied that you might still adjust
Re: [Digital BW] Re: piezo v ms fs
2001-11-06 by Julian Thomas
I was astounded when I oopened the package. I m subjecting these two prints to very close scrutiny! I guess that printing a file that was set up for piezo,
Re: piezo v ms fs
2001-11-06 by Hap Mullenneaux
Julian, I used the EAM profile and there were no adjustments in that print. I usually use custom dot gain to lighten and bring detail out of the shadows but
piezo v ms fs
2001-11-06 by Julian Thomas
I ve just received a copy of the Piezo stair image from Hap printed on EAM on a 1280 - I don t know what profile, but it was a straight print without
Re: [Digital BW] Advice please 1200 vs. 1280 For B&W
2001-11-06 by Tim Spragens
Now that you mention it, my 1520 used to do this as well. I was very happy to find that the 1160 knew it had paper under the heads. Far less swabbing the
Re: [Digital BW] Old Photos and VM Sepia2 toner
2001-11-06 by Tim Spragens
Try this: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint/files/Message%20Related%20Files /Old%20Photo%20VM-Sepia2%20v%20MIS%20VM.jpg (you ll have
Re: [Digital BW] Old Photos and VM Sepia2 toner
2001-11-06 by Jerry Olson
Paul, exactly where is that sepia comparison print? I can t seem to get to it by the url you posted. Jerry
Re: [Digital BW] Old Photos and VM Sepia2 toner
2001-11-06 by Paul Roark
Carolyn, ... No. On the left is MIS VM with the warm curve on Somerset Enhanced (SE). SE tends to print warmer than most papers. So, I used it to try to
Re: [Digital BW] Lyson SG Inks/Piezo Complaining
2001-11-06 by Jerry Olson
My 1160 takes 300 gsm Eclipse with no problems at all. Jerry
Re: [Digital BW] Old Photos and VM Sepia2 toner
2001-11-06 by Carolyn Frayn
Paul, Thank you for posting those examples comparing your Sepia2 Toner. You mentioned that the one on the left is on Somerset Velvet, is the Sepia print also
Re: [Digital BW] Advice please 1200 vs. 1280 For B&W
2001-11-06 by amadiallo2001@yahoo.com
I have the 1200 using Piezography. Image quality is excellent--no dots, smooth tonal gradations. With Piezo inks, the 6 color printers use the same 4 ink
RE: [Digital BW] Advice please 1200 vs. 1280 For B&W
2001-11-06 by Nij
Brandon, I should say it much depends on what system you want to print with. If Piezo BW, the 1160 is a stalwart and you get excellent dot-free prints
RE: [Digital BW] Re: Piezo expectations - 980 carts
2001-11-06 by Nij
Steadman and all, 980 carts are VERY different from 1160 carts (I d guess they hold about twice the volume). It makes it, IMHO, a very attractive option for
RE: [Digital BW] Lyson SG Inks/Piezo Complaining THICK PAPER
2001-11-06 by Nij
Sam, I use a home-brew paper-support made from a plastic corrugated envelope thickener I received back with some uncut negs... I cut it into an upside-down
Re: [Digital BW] Lyson SG Inks/Piezo Complaining
2001-11-06 by Julian Thomas
I print 308gram PR without problems Julian ... From: Sam A. McCandless To: Sent: Tuesday,
Re: [Digital BW] Re: Piezo expectations
2001-11-06 by Julian Thomas
Robert, It is possible to do without the CIS. Conversations I m having with Jon make me think that it is possible to put tubes straightonto the head nozzles.
Re: [Digital BW] Old Photos and VM Sepia2 toner
2001-11-06 by Steadman Uhlich
Paul, Thanks for posting those images. They look very nice and appear very natural. I am pleased to see the sepia look you are producing. Thanks again for
Re: [Digital BW] Introducing myself.
2001-11-06 by Steadman Uhlich
Welcome Brandon. There is a lot of information stored in the Archives of this forum. Good luck and clean nozzles! Steadman ... From: reefboy37@yahoo.com To:
Re: [Digital BW] Re: Piezo expectations
2001-11-06 by Steadman Uhlich
I believe you could just buy the upgraded software for $49 and then switch your CIS (assuming you have one) to a 980 or other low cost printer. I think you
[Digital BW] Advice please 1200 vs. 1280 For B&W
2001-11-06 by Paul Roark
Brandon, ... I d say the 1280 wins on image quality, though most won t see any difference between the 4 and 6 ink quads. If you like to play with inks --
Old Photos and VM Sepia2 toner
2001-11-06 by Paul Roark
I though some old photo fans might like to see how the Sepia2 toner can be used in old photo reproductions. I ve asked Martin to post the image Old Photo
[Digital BW] Paper Weight and the 1160
2001-11-06 by Robert Morrison
As mentioned previously, I m putting Eclipse 350gm and Museo 365gm through my 1160 s daily. Once you have used these heavy papers its hard to imagine using
Re: [Digital BW] Advice please 1200 vs. 1280 For B&W
2001-11-06 by Robert Morrison
Personally, I love my 1160 s...but they are hard to come by and eventually you will have to go 6 color. That said, seems like the 1270 or 1280 would be a
Advice please 1200 vs. 1280 For B&W
2001-11-06 by reefboy37@yahoo.com
Which is a better buy for printing B&W the 1200, 1280, or the 1160? I guess I m asking is it better to go with 6-ink or 4-ink. I really appreciate the advice.
Re: [Digital BW] Lyson SG Inks/Piezo Complaining
2001-11-06 by Robert Morrison
Why yes, I m using the Antonis Turbo Extreme Paper Feed Chute custom fabricated according to Antonis s exacting specifications in my own fabrication
RE: [Digital BW] Lyson SG Inks/Piezo Complaining
2001-11-06 by Sam A. McCandless
... What are good weight and thickness guidelines for reliable use with the 1160? Sam
RE: [Digital BW] Lyson SG Inks/Piezo Complaining
2001-11-06 by Nij
Ahh yes - but I bet if you called Epson tech support and said you were having problems feeding those papers they would say that or something similar. And - you
Re: [Digital BW] Re: Paul Roark's Comparison Print.
2001-11-06 by Jerry Olson
My prints show absolutely NO green, and VM inks with paul s curves do NOT change with age, at least not in about 9 months now, especially not with the cold or
Re: [Digital BW] Re: Piezo expectations
2001-11-06 by Jerry Olson
You will be just as happier, (I m MUCH happier) with the Hextones and a 1280 printer and paul s curves. Get the CIS system from nomorecarts for sure. Jerry
Re: [Digital BW] Re: Piezo expectations
2001-11-06 by Robert G. Morrison
All you need for hextones is a printer (you will need that for MIS), a CIS ($150)...you will need that for MIS, and 2 bottles of ink (the ones that you don t
Re: [Digital BW] Lyson SG Inks/Piezo Complaining
2001-11-06 by Robert G. Morrison
Actually, I ve been putting Museo 365gm and Eclipse 350gm through my 1160 s regularly without any problems. Haven t gotten cocky yet with the Fine Art 425gm
Re: [Digital BW] MIS ; Alessandro
2001-11-06 by jeffm@gis.net
... Alessandro; I did not see them on the Website... So I called the 800#. They told me they where a new product and had not yet had a chance to put them up on
Introducing myself.
2001-11-06 by reefboy37@yahoo.com
Hello everyone, My name is Brandon, and I m about to dive face first into the world of digital B&W printing. I ve been teaching a darkroom class at Texas A&M
RE: [Digital BW] Quad Ink Densities -- Color Test and 21-step test file locations
2001-11-05 by Paul Roark
Alessandro, ... The list s Files section is at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint/files/ The Color Test file is in the Message
[Digital BW] Re: Paul Roark's Comparison Print.
2001-11-05 by Alan Zinn
Guys, It aint green it s olive and it does change as it ages. An un-mounted print-in-hand can look OK but the really anoying thing about the tone is what it
Re: Piezo expectations
2001-11-05 by Alan Zinn
I guess I too was lucky - absolutely turn-key operation from the piezo system. BUT... My 1160 printer suddenly croaked with ruined heads. Am I to drop another
RE: [Digital BW] Lyson SG Inks/Piezo Complaining
2001-11-05 by Nij
Epson 1160 - NOT Designed to print on thick papers! Don t print your wedding photos with these - your marriage may last 50 years but these won t! etc. Nij
RE: [Digital BW] Lyson SG Inks/Piezo Complaining
2001-11-05 by Nij
How nice.... and how odd, respectively ;) It s as if the printer knew what paper you were using Nij