Digital BW, The Print

Yes, on # 2 and #4. IMHO.

Barbara White
On Dec 13, 2007, at 11:04 AM, Nancy Wilson wrote:

> I previously wrote about the 2200 not recognizing ink in the Black
> position. Thanks to Charles Becker and Paul Roark for responding.
>
> I purchased the 2200 not a year ago from the Epson Store as
> refurbished unit. Luckily they agreed to replace it with a
> refurbished printer. I finally got the refurbished printer
> yesterday, only it is an 1800--not a 2200. I like the 2200 for its
> ability to print B&W using MIS UT7 inks on matte paper. I've read
> that the 1800 does a good job with glossy paper but not such a good
> deal with matte paper using their matte black ink.
>
> I have several OEM inks and MIS UT7 inks for the 2200. I have also
> ordered a used 2200 from EBay; and as it has not used for about 3
> months, I am hoping that when it arrives in a few days, it is a good
> functioning printer.
>
> Here are my questions:
>
> 1. Did I get a good deal? I am thinking that Epaon did not have any
> more refurbished 2200's to resupply me.
>
> 2. As the 2400 is the upgrade for the 2200, should I ask them for
> this upgrade instead--even offering to chip in some ? money in the
> exchange?
>
> 3. Should I just keep the 1800 and reserve it for colored glossies
> and use the 2200 with the MIS inks?
>
> 4. If you think #2 is a good answer, do you think I should go for
> broke and try to get a deal on a 3800?
>
> Well, it is the Christmas season, and I have many jobs ready to que
> up and print; so any help you can give me on sorting this out would
> be appreciated.
>
> Thank you in advance.
>
> Nancy
>
>
> 

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