Epson R210 User Report not to good.

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Some Blue shift with R210 & showing low print resolution


To me the R210 is a lower grade printer when compared with my 740, how can
this be possible.?

Using XP to print a JPEG, and comparing it to my Epson 740 print with the same
Picture, the R210 has a site shift to blue and the resolution is noticeably
lower

Both prints were done with the XP Print option.

This is a Printer fault, not the image or the Monitor..


The Printer driver was set for the correct paper and Digital camera settings
in both cases.


I was very happy with my 740 Print quality but not so with the R210, is this
a Faulty Printer.?


How do I correct this..?

Thanks.
 
Some Blue shift with R210 & showing low print resolution


To me the R210 is a lower grade printer when compared with my 740, how can
this be possible.?
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You bought it therefore it magically turned to crap the minute you paid for
it...
 
Seen a post today relating to your problem under "Epson R210 blue
shift.." Follow that thread and see if it helps you.
 
If it were only simple to get high quality prints first time the print
button was pressed.
Higher quality printers tend to be less forgiving of color mismanagement
than lower quality printers. Epsons can give great results but they are
finicky.
1. Calibrate your monitor: the Adobe applet is adequate, an external device
better.
2. Use ICM at every point, use AdobeRGB if possible, sRGB if you have to.
3. Begin with Epson Premium Glossy: make sure the correct paper is chosen
and that ICM is checked in the driver. EPG seems to have the most reliable
profile for predictable results.
4. Run the check nozzle/clean utility before printing
5. Use an ideal or test image with predictable colors and contrast ranges.
6. Standardize on how much sharpening you will do prior to printing as this
can effect perceived color balance.
7. If you do not like the test image change to the Epson printer settings
that allow you to make adjustments to gamma, colors and contrast. Use small
tweaks until you find a good setting then use this as a basic setting for
all prints.
I have used Epsons for years and this was the only way I good get reasonably
good prints out of my 1280. Rarely however was the first print the best
print. I have since acquired a Canon 960: it has some quirks but color
management seems much more consistent, it pains me to admit, especially if
one is after high saturation/contrast.
 
If it were only simple to get high quality prints first time the print
button was pressed.
Higher quality printers tend to be less forgiving of color mismanagement
than lower quality printers. Epsons can give great results but they are
finicky.
1. Calibrate your monitor: the Adobe applet is adequate, an external device
better.
2. Use ICM at every point, use AdobeRGB if possible, sRGB if you have to.
3. Begin with Epson Premium Glossy: make sure the correct paper is chosen
and that ICM is checked in the driver. EPG seems to have the most reliable
profile for predictable results.
Click to expand...
4. Run the check nozzle/clean utility before printing
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All nozzles are firing.
5. Use an ideal or test image with predictable colors and contrast ranges.
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I am comparing a 740 print with a R210 one using the same jpeg image.

6. Standardize on how much sharpening you will do prior to printing as this
can effect perceived color balance.
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Picture was strait out of a Sony F717 and untouched.
7. If you do not like the test image change to the Epson printer settings
that allow you to make adjustments to gamma, colors and contrast. Use small
tweaks until you find a good setting then use this as a basic setting for
all prints.
I have used Epsons for years and this was the only way I good get reasonably
good prints out of my 1280. Rarely however was the first print the best
print. I have since acquired a Canon 960: it has some quirks but color
management seems much more consistent, it pains me to admit, especially if
one is after high saturation/contrast.
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Canon Print heads are Only Rated for 18 Months use.



I am NOT referring to what I see on the Monitor at all, but a Print done on
the Epson 740 and now on a R210, the Prints are different, both printed the
same way and on the same Paper..

The 740 seams to have more Detail and less Blue when Compared to the R210
Print, this should not be as the R210 has a much higher resolution and is a
True Photo Printer..
 
I am NOT referring to what I see on the Monitor at all, but a Print done on
the Epson 740 and now on a R210, the Prints are different, both printed the
same way and on the same Paper..

The 740 seams to have more Detail and less Blue when Compared to the R210
Print, this should not be as the R210 has a much higher resolution and is a
True Photo Printer..
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And as the other poster said - needs more attention when printing.

You wouldn't pick up a D2H and use it in exactly the same way as a Coolpix
2100 would you?

Expriment to get the best from your R200/R210 and then save as a user
defined setting.

Si.
 
And as the other poster said - needs more attention when printing.

You wouldn't pick up a D2H and use it in exactly the same way as a Coolpix
2100 would you?

Expriment to get the best from your R200/R210 and then save as a user
defined setting.

Si.
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Sorry I do not think you are comprehending my Post at all.

How come the 740 is better than the R210 when both are use axially the same
way..?
 
The GHOST of WOGER. said:
Sorry I do not think you are comprehending my Post at all.

How come the 740 is better than the R210 when both are use axially the same
way..?
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So, assuming that you are an amateur (i.e not a graphic designer or pro
photog)...

Try this anaolgy.

You get into your average small saloon, turn the key, apply your foot to the
gas and off she moves, sedately...

You get into a 100,000 dollar sports car, turn the key, apply your foot to
the gas and wheelspin for 500 yards, wasting 1000$ of rubber along the way -
wonder why?

The 740 is producing a print that is satisfactory to your (consumer) eye -
but to a professional, it's probably none too special.

Give the same image to someone who knows how to get the best results from
your R210 and see the diff.

Si.
 
Si said:
So, assuming that you are an amateur (i.e not a graphic designer or pro
photog)...

Try this anaolgy.

You get into your average small saloon, turn the key, apply your foot to the
gas and off she moves, sedately...

You get into a 100,000 dollar sports car, turn the key, apply your foot to
the gas and wheelspin for 500 yards, wasting 1000$ of rubber along the way -
wonder why?

The 740 is producing a print that is satisfactory to your (consumer) eye -
but to a professional, it's probably none too special.

Give the same image to someone who knows how to get the best results from
your R210 and see the diff.

Si.
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That's totally irrelevant.

I know nothing about the R210, but whatever printer you have, you shouldn't need
to fart around to get it to produce a good print if the source is good to begin
with.

The question still stands. Is there something wrong with the 210 or is it
no-where near as good as the 740?

What are the specs of both?
 
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