Grayscale printing problems with epson 1280
Sep 11, 2016 11:07:51 #
When printing a grayscale image using and Epson 1280 I can't get a grayscale printout. If I print using Photoshop as control the image will have proper exposure but will have a greenish tint. If I print letting the printer control the process the image will be over exposed will a red tint. (if I mess up and leave both controls on, tutti-fruity 
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I cleaned the heads both manually and printer cleaning. The head alignment is as it should be. I even tried different ink although that shouldn't be the problem considering that the colors change depending on what the controller is and it's constant.
Anybody have a clue to help me with this?
)I cleaned the heads both manually and printer cleaning. The head alignment is as it should be. I even tried different ink although that shouldn't be the problem considering that the colors change depending on what the controller is and it's constant.
Anybody have a clue to help me with this?
Sep 12, 2016 02:31:58 #
Here's a link to the test image that I use on my printers. It includes a gray scale and color patched for comparison.
http://www.colour-science.com/quality%20test%20tools/test%20files/test%20files%20overview.htm
http://www.colour-science.com/quality%20test%20tools/test%20files/test%20files%20overview.htm
Sep 12, 2016 08:34:17 #
The Watcher wrote:
I appreciate your input but, the problem is that even though the image file is gray scale, AKA black and white, the prints are coming out with a color tint.Here's a link to the test image that I use on my printers. It includes a gray scale and color patched for comparison. http://www.colour-science.com/quality%20test%20tools/test%20files/test%20files%20overview.htm
Sep 12, 2016 09:19:02 #
Sep 12, 2016 10:34:03 #
What stood out to me was when you indicated that you changed the ink. Not sure what you meant, but if you're not using OEM ink, who knows what is going on. Have you checked the ICC profile for the paper you used? Is the paper you're using kool with B&W printing? Are you using the latest driver? Did you select B&W (Grey Scale) in the printer driver? And many more. I owned one of those printers, years ago, and would wonder if it is even compatible with your current operating system. I also do not remember how well it produced B&W prints. Best of luck.
Sep 12, 2016 10:41:49 #
After doing a lot of reading on the web it appears that the early Epson printers which only used one black ink are prone to 'tinting' as they will use other colors to smooth out the tones to some extent. With out this, if they only used the single black the image would be grainy and/or coarse. It appears that if I want better quality B&W prints I will either have to purchase a new printer or farm out the work.
Sep 12, 2016 10:56:32 #
I had a similar problem, but images were always magenta tinted. I found it was the paper I was using! When I switched paper brands, the tint went away. Might be cheaper to try than buying a new printer.
Sep 12, 2016 11:04:03 #
AzPicLady wrote:
I have tried 2 different papers. I just came across an idea that I'm trying right as I type. I switched from 8 bit to 16 bit and a 4X6 print looked promising. an 8X10 matte is printing now and I have my fingers crossed.I had a similar problem, but images were always magenta tinted. I found it was the paper I was using! When I switched paper brands, the tint went away. Might be cheaper to try than buying a new printer.
Sep 12, 2016 11:08:03 #
Rich1939 wrote:
That's kinda what I was thinking, but I just couldn't remember the setup on that printer as I haven't owned one for many many years!After doing a lot of reading on the web it appears that the early Epson printers which only used one black ink are prone to 'tinting' as they will use other colors to smooth out the tones to some extent. With out this, if they only used the single black the image would be grainy and/or coarse. It appears that if I want better quality B&W prints I will either have to purchase a new printer or farm out the work.
Sep 12, 2016 11:10:43 #
Rich1939 wrote:
Since you've been out reading, you may of run across this article and then maybe not. After doing a lot of reading on the web it appears that the early Epson printers which only used one black ink are prone to 'tinting' as they will use other colors to smooth out the tones to some extent. With out this, if they only used the single black the image would be grainy and/or coarse. It appears that if I want better quality B&W prints I will either have to purchase a new printer or farm out the work.
I've done some b&w printing with my Epsons and haven't noticed any tinting. Always thought if I decided to get serious about b&w I would purchase a printer with three or four monochrome cartridges, such as the Epson p600 or p800. http://www.thephotoargus.com/how-to-successfully-print-black-and-white-photos-on-your-inkjet-printer
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