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Old 06-20-2008, 03:36 PM
Jeff
 
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Default Question about Epson generic ink/CIS

I have my ol' trsuty epson 880 inkjet

I use the typical generic ink replacement cartridges but sometimes the
prints dont match the output of the print.

Where do I make the adjustments to tweak the color ? in the printer driver
options or in photoshop?

Thanks,

jeff


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Old 06-20-2008, 04:21 PM
DanG
 
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"Jeff" <Jeff@somewhere.com> wrote in message
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>I have my ol' trsuty epson 880 inkjet
>
> I use the typical generic ink replacement cartridges but sometimes the
> prints dont match the output of the print.
>
> Where do I make the adjustments to tweak the color ? in the printer driver
> options or in photoshop?
>
> Thanks,
>
> jeff
>


Either place may be appropriate. Color profiles are complicated at best.
Color matching has to start with a properly calibrated monitor, so you are
seeing what is actually there. Adobe RGB color profiles tend to be pretty
accurate, so be sure your monitor/system is using those profiles. Adobe
Gamma Loader is a good monitor calibration method, and once set it will load
every time you start your system.

In your printer driver, you will generally get good results if you turn OFF
all "photo enhance" and "vivid photo" type settings and use the Adobe RGB
color profile and manual settings. Not knowing exactly what your Epson
driver offers, it's hard to say what you might need to do. You generally
need to set up a different profile for whatever paper and ink combination
you are using at the time. Compatible inks should not be drastically
different from OEM inks, if they are then you need to change suppliers.
Suggest you switch to OEM inks and go through getting it all set up
correctly for your paper, then try compatible inks again.


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Old 06-20-2008, 05:37 PM
Jeff
 
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Default Re: Question about Epson generic ink/CIS

Great reply..Thanks!

Jeff
"DanG" <nospam@q.com> wrote in message
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>
> "Jeff" <Jeff@somewhere.com> wrote in message
> news:485bce68$0$5013$607ed4bc@cv.net...
>>I have my ol' trsuty epson 880 inkjet
>>
>> I use the typical generic ink replacement cartridges but sometimes the
>> prints dont match the output of the print.
>>
>> Where do I make the adjustments to tweak the color ? in the printer
>> driver
>> options or in photoshop?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> jeff
>>

>
> Either place may be appropriate. Color profiles are complicated at best.
> Color matching has to start with a properly calibrated monitor, so you are
> seeing what is actually there. Adobe RGB color profiles tend to be pretty
> accurate, so be sure your monitor/system is using those profiles. Adobe
> Gamma Loader is a good monitor calibration method, and once set it will
> load every time you start your system.
>
> In your printer driver, you will generally get good results if you turn
> OFF all "photo enhance" and "vivid photo" type settings and use the Adobe
> RGB color profile and manual settings. Not knowing exactly what your Epson
> driver offers, it's hard to say what you might need to do. You generally
> need to set up a different profile for whatever paper and ink combination
> you are using at the time. Compatible inks should not be drastically
> different from OEM inks, if they are then you need to change suppliers.
> Suggest you switch to OEM inks and go through getting it all set up
> correctly for your paper, then try compatible inks again.
>



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Old 06-20-2008, 08:32 PM
measekite
 
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Jeff wrote:
> I have my ol' trsuty epson 880 inkjet
>
> I use the typical generic ink replacement cartridges but sometimes the
> prints dont match the output of the print.
>

This is another posting from a poster who has printer problems that is
caused by junkie ink.
> Where do I make the adjustments to tweak the color ?

When you go to Staples or Costco and buy appropriate ink unless you
already ruined the printhead.
> in the printer driver
> options or in photoshop?
>
> Thanks,
>
> jeff
>
>
>

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Old 06-21-2008, 04:08 PM
Hendo
 
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Default Re: Question about Epson generic ink/CIS

On Jun 20, 11:36*am, "Jeff" <J...@somewhere.com> wrote:
> I have my ol' trsuty epson 880 inkjet
>
> I use the typical generic ink replacement cartridges but sometimes the
> prints dont match the output of the print.


With Canon you might get away with "generic" ink. But with Epson you
should use an aftermarket ink designed for your printer.


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Old 06-21-2008, 04:57 PM
measekite
 
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Hendo wrote:

On Jun 20, 11:36&nbsp;am, "Jeff" &lt;J...@somewhere.com&gt; wrote:



I have my ol' trsuty epson 880 inkjet I use the typical generic ink replacement cartridges but sometimes the prints dont match the output of the print.



With Canon you might get away with "generic" ink. But with Epson you should use an aftermarket ink designed for your printer.

Different names for the same crap.




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Old 06-21-2008, 05:46 PM
John McWilliams
 
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Frank wrote:
> measekite wrote:
>
> <--lying bull**** deleted as a public service---->
>


Uh, Frank, the public would be better served if you yourself kill-filed
m-kite and never replied unless some newbie was roped in.

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Old 06-21-2008, 07:21 PM
measekite
 
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John McWilliams wrote:
> Frank wrote:
>> measekite wrote:
>>
>> <--lying bull**** deleted as a public service---->
>>

>
> Uh, Frank, the public would be better served if you yourself
> kill-filed m-kite and never replied unless some newbie was roped in.



hehehe...LOL! holy sheep! he is too weak and cannot resist an answer.
You want proof. Wait a short time and he will answer this with some of
his usual pearls but since is have all jerks plonked I will not see it.

Ah ha ha ha ha BTL!
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