PRINTING NOTES

The print driver media settings recommended in the Compatibility section are intended to provide usable results with available media profiles found in the printer manufacturer???s provided drivers and RIPs. These recommendations will provide proper ink laydowns with no pooling or bleeding, and color which will be acceptable for many applications. It is suggested that tests be run using these recommendations and color corrections be made to meet user expectations.

In cases where no recommendation is made, choose the media setting closest to the KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media you are using. This should give you a print which requires little or no adjustment to get usable results.

Profiles for KODAK Fine Art Media

For more exacting color, icc profiles supporting KODAK media for a variety of HP, EPSON, CANON, ENCAD, and KODAK printers are available for use with the printers??? driver and with ONYX Postershop. For more information visit Kodak's website at: www.kodak.com/go/wfiprofiles

Profiles for other KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media

ICC profiles are available for many KODAK Wide- Format Inkjet Media for use with the printers??? driver in applications such as ADOBE Photoshop. For more information visit Kodak's website at: www.kodak.com/go/wfiprofiles

Custom Profiles

While the above printing recommendations and available profiles from Kodak will provide adequate results for many wide-format inkjet applications, there are applications, such as inkjet proofing, which demand more exacting color requirements. It is suggested that for these applications, custom profiles be built for given ink/media/printer combinations. Many color management and profile building software applications are available which allow the user to manage color to meet their needs. Also, many RIPs will provide color profiling options which allow the user to control the color of their output. Please contact your dealer or KODAK Technical Support for help determining the best solution for your application.

Pigment and Dye-Based Inks

KODAK Fine Art Textured Paper / M315DP is intended primarily to be used in applications such as photographic and fine art reproductions where long- term image stability is required. Typically, pigment-

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based inks are essential to meet these life-time expectations. The media is compatible with dye-based inks, but Kodak has only performed limited testing. It is recommended that you test the dye performance to ensure that it meets your requirements.

Photo and Matte Black Inks

Many current printers provide the user with the choice of a Photo or Matte black ink when printing to matte surface and other fine art papers. KODAK Fine Art Textured Paper / M315DP is compatible with both types, but for maximum density and richness of detail, select the Matte black setting in your printer driver.

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HANDLING

All inkjet media must be handled with care before and after printing to prevent damage to the ink receiving layer and printed images. Use the following guidelines, your experience, and common sense for the proper care of your media.

???Store unused media in its original packaging, using the core-plugs and plastic sleeves.

???Allow media to acclimate to your environmental conditions for at least 24 hours before use.

???KODAK Inkjet Media is rolled printable side out. Avoid touching the printable side by handling by the edges of the roll.

???Wear cotton gloves when handling media to avoid scratches, abrasions and fingerprints from moisture and oils on your hands.

???Do not allow the media to come into contact with moisture. Moisture will damage many types of inkjet medias before and after printing.

???Avoid handling, trimming, or other finishing until prints are completely dry. Dry times will vary based on media type, ink type and environmental conditions.

???Do not fold, bend or crease media or damage may occur to the ink receiving layer.

???Do not allow the surface of the media to come into contact with itself or another inkjet media.

???Use media only in recommended operating conditions???see "Physical Characteristics" section.

Curl

Most types of roll-based inkjet media will exhibit some amount of curl, either toward the base side or toward the print side. This will vary based on media type and environmental conditions. Some media will curl more in low humidity environments and others in high humidity environments. Also, media may curl more towards the core or end of the roll due to "roll memory."

Although curl is mainly an issue when printing, it can also have an impact on laminating and other finishing procedures. Follow these guidelines, and use your experience and common sense to avoid issues caused by curl.

When printing:

???Advance media several inches past the print platen before starting a print job.

???Add weights or clips to the leading edge of the media.

???Attach media to the printer???s take-up spool before starting printing.

???Adjust vacuum settings accordingly on printers equipped with variable media vacuum settings.

???Adjust heater and dryer settings on equipped printers to obtain optimum conditions to ensure flat media.

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See printer owners' manual for their recommendations.

During finishing:

???Do not allow media to remain rolled for extended periods of time.

???Rough cut prints and lay them flat before laminating.

FINISHING

Detailed information and tips can be found in KODAK publication E-2600, Laminating, Mounting, and Finishing KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media.

DISPLAY

KODAK Inkjet Media is intended for display in typical home, office, and retail environments. Unusual conditions, such as extreme temperatures or humidity, may affect the expected lifetime of the displayed print. Kodak is unable to test all possible environments, so it is recommended to test display conditions when possible to be sure that the media meets the necessary requirements

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