QTR-Quadtone RIP

--- In QuadtoneRIP@yahoogroups.com, "Richard Voninski" <voninski@h...> wrote:
>
> I am planning on converting either an Epson 4000 or 9600 over to a
> piezo(b/w only) type printer and utilizing QTR.  I would like your
> opinions about the following:
> 
> 1) I know there are several different types of inks that can be used.
>  Any recommendations?  
> 
> 2) Is there anybody out there who might be able to show me some sample
> prints from the variety of solutions?
> 
> 3) Should I consider making my own curves and utilizing a
> spectrophotometer to create custom profiles?  If yes can I utilize any
> spectrphotometer.  Any recommendatsiona between using the Monaco or
> Gretag Units?
> 
> Thanks in advance
> 
> Rich V
>

There are several piezo ink options for the 4000 or 7600.  The newest is their
Neutral K7 inks which are 7 neutral gray inks so the hue is fixed.
They also have several Piezotone inksets which are a black with 3 matched grays.
They have warm, cool, selenium and sepia.  There is room for 2 sets so you
can make a variable tone setup.  I think inkjetmall will provide print samples.

There are profiles already made up for the Neutral K7 inks but the Piezotone
inks would need custom made profiles.  The Gretag Eye-One device is the
device I have the most familiarity with and it's very good.

Roy