Digital BW, The Print

In a message dated 1/22/06 12:17:04 PM, barry@... writes:


> Thanks for the reply. I should have said that it is my intention to
> purchase a large format printer in the near future. Surely the 2200 is
> capable of the same quality, be it in a smaller size as the 7600/9600.
> 
Thats pretty much the case...

> So following your logic why should I need a "better" profiling package
> for a large format printer than I would with a 2200?
> 
You wouldn't; but users typically do not buy accessories that cost more than 
the product the add to. Unless you chose to add a RIP for your wide format 
printer (not at all a necessity, but more likely with a larger printer than a 
smaller one) then you color management needs would not change, only your expense 
ratios...

>  It is not really
> my intention to purchase anything more than the software that comes
> with the Eye-One at the moment.  I would have indeed purchased
> Printfix, but the Eye-one that I have been offered is new and is under
> $500.
> 
Thats a very good price for the hardware; but buying it that way does mean 
you then have to also purchase software, and that forces to the more expensive 
software-only offerings.

> Are you saying that ProfileMaker and Monaco Profiler are one of the same?
> 
Not the same, but similar in their places in the market: higher priced 
software-only products. Decide if that general strategy is right for you first, and 
if it is, then determine which of the products in the category suits your 
needs, or your budget. If price is no object, then either one is a great way to 
go.

C. David Tobie
Product Technology Manager
ColorVision, Inc.
CDTobie@...
www.colorvision.com




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