Homebrew PCBs

> I've got an Epson Photo 870 which I've tried with tracing paper - 
very poor.
> I'll try it with some decent film (Mega Electronics sells some 
especially
> made for PCB artwork, as well as the LaserStar) and see what 
happens.
> 
> I used to have an HP inkjet printer, and that worked fairly well 
with
> tracing paper, but not with film material.

I think the basic idea should be to set up a website that references 
good working combinations. Nobody usually wants to buy a new machine 
just to optimize his PCB work. Media is easy to change. I do know 
that old LaserjetIII work well with some media. If someone owns that 
printer - no problem. If someone owns a Stylus - point him to the 
right transparency and driver settings.

If a new printer is needed anyway:
From my experience, it's easier to find an inkjet well suited for PCB 
work than a Laser. Simply take an Epson Stylus.

- Carsten