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New large format printers combine colour accuracy with high productivity
Wednesday 22. September 2010 - Features in-line SpectroProofer for calibrated proofs & display graphics
Epson today launches two large format printers which offer an ideal combination of accurate colour reproduction with unbeatable productivity. The 24-inch Epson Stylus Pro 7890 and the 44-inch Epson Stylus Pro 9890 have been designed to help the proofing and display graphics markets create accurate prints at high speed.
Using Epsons 8-colour UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta inkset in combination with the TFP print head for enhanced dot quality and crisp, clear images, means both printers produce top-quality results. They achieve one of the highest colour gamuts on the market with consistently smooth gradations, ideal for the perfect reproduction of challenging skin tones and detailed textures. Three densities of black, comprising a standard photo or matte black (selected automatically depending on the media) plus a light black and light light black, create a perfect tonal range.
This combination of black inks also means that prints are free from bronzing, with a uniform surface appearance without discernible difference between light and dark areas. In addition metamerism is reduced, ensuring grey tones are consistent no matter what light source they are viewed under.
The optional in-line SpectroProofer ensures consistent, repeatable colour accuracy when using different media, rapidly measuring control strips and colour charts when creating ICC profiles and print verification results.
Martin Johns, market development manager for large format printers at Epson UK, says: “Not only do the Epson Stylus Pro 7890 and Epson Stylus Pro 9890 offer first class colour reproduction but they also represent a big boost in productivity. They have a high production speed aided by Epsons Automatic Droplet Detection System to identify blocked nozzles without intervention. Both devices carry photo and matte black inks simultaneously and the built-in rotary knife means prints are cut quickly and cleanly while the improved supply handling means paper rolls are changed effortlessly in seconds.
“These features offer significant benefits in terms of saved cost and time to our customers.”
The Epson Stylus Pro 7890 is priced at £2595 and the Epson Stylus Pro 9890 is priced at £5195. Both models will be available to purchase from 1st January 2011 and are on display at Photokina in Cologne, Germany, from 21-26 September at Hall 2.2, Stand B13.
Key features summary:
Wide colour gamut for smooth gradations
8-colour UltraChrome K3 with Vivid Magenta ink set
Optional inline SpectroProofer for consistent, repeatable colour accuracy
TFP print head
Print speed of up to 40m² per hour
Automatic Ink Droplet Detection System instantly verifies and fixes blocked nozzles
Photo and matte black inks are carried simultaneously and switched automatically
Built-in rotary knife and improved supply handling
2.5-inch colour LCD screen
Keep power consumption and energy bills down with ENERGY STAR qualified power efficiency