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These inks (UT7) are for use on the 2200/4000/7600/9600 Epson printers using the Epson driver.
The UT7 inks have 3 toner inks, 3 shades of grey and Eboni black in the set. These are intended
for use with the Epson driver and can also be used with Bowhaus or Quadtone Rip software.
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2200 ULTRATONE 7 CARTRIDGES
Cartridges configured with UT7 ink are available for the 2200 printers. Click on
the blue part number links to order.
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| Epson Photo 2100/2200 - UT7 B&W For Use
with Epson driver only |
| Cartridges |
Ultratone |
Price |
| Eboni Black |
UT7-T0348-UTK |
$10.95 |
| Cyan Position Dark Gray |
UT7-T0342-C |
$10.95 |
| Magenta Position Cool Toner |
UT7-T0343-M |
$10.95 |
| Yellow Position Sepia Toner |
UT7-T0344-Y |
$10.95 |
| Light Cyan Position - Light Gray |
UT7-T0345-LC |
$10.95 |
| Light Magenta Position - Light Cool Toner |
UT7-T0346-LM |
$10.95 |
| Light Black Position - Custom Light Black |
UT7-T0347-LK |
$10.95 |
| Cartridge Set (7) - does not include Photo Black Cart |
UT7-2200-SET |
$76.65 |
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| Optional Photo Black (for some gloss papers) |
UT7-T0341-UPK |
$10.95 |
| Note:
Works with Mac or PC's. Requires use of Paul Roark Workflow, with Epson driver or the Bowhaus or Quadtone RIP
software.
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UT7 BULK INK FOR THE 2200, 7600, 9600
The MIS Ultratone ink for the 2200, 7600, 9600 printers is available in 4 oz, pint, and gallon bottles. Click on
the blue part number links to order.
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Click on the blue part number to order.
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CONTINUOUS FLOW SYSTEMS FOR THE 2200
If you are a frequent printer or doing some production work, then we recommend you purchase a MIS Continuous Flow System
for your 2200 printer. This will save you money. The cost to operate a CFS is at about 10
times less than using cartridges. If you only print occasionally, then do not get a CFS. Always install
our AUTOPRINT program (see CFS Page- halfway down) to prevent
problems from occurring, due to infrequent use.
| Continuous Flow System with UltraTone B&W Ink - for Epson 2200 Printer |
| Printer Model |
Part Number |
Description |
Price |
| Epson 2200 |
CFS-2200-E |
2200 CFS Empty. Includes empty cartridge set, brackets, accessories and everything needed for installation. Purchase inks separate. |
$224 |
| For more information about these CFS units, go to CFS page.
Inks are included in the above prices. |
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WORKFLOW INSTRUCTIONS FOR 2200
Making Prints with MIS Easy B&W UT7 Ultratone Inks on an Epson 2200
Here is Paul Roark's workflow for making B&W prints with UT7 inks. These inks are a
variable tone ink and can be used to produce warm or neutral prints by using just the SLIDERS on the Epson driver. To
get the full range of tones from the UT7 inks, image adjustment curves are required. With curves, the inks will
print from full sepia to cool on a variety of papers. These curves were created by Paul and they are free.
Follow the steps outlined below and you will end up with beautiful B&W archival prints.
Note: The Workflow instructions for the 7600 and 9600 are being tested. So far we have found that the 2200 adjustment
curves will work with the 7600/9600 printers, but the ink density setting on the printer must be reduced. We will have
much more on this as soon as the testing is complete.
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Download the adjustment curve file, ut7.zip. Extract the files using
WinZip for PC's or
Stuffit for Mac's. Save them anywhere on your hard drive, in a folder you know the name of, like UT7 Curves.
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Use Photoshop 5.5 or higher or the Picture Window Image Editor. Start with the best
possible grayscale image. Don't start with a color image. Convert the mode to RGB for printing. Do not save the
image after you convert to the RGB mode, or after applying the adjustment curves, this is only for printing purposes.
If you start with RGB images made with a digital camera, convert the image to grayscale to
totally get rid of the color information. That is, it is important that R=G=B for all shades of gray.
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Load and apply the desired Image Adjustment Curve. Click on Image, Adjust, Curves, and Load.
Then click on Browse to find the adjustment curve you have downloaded. Highlight the curve to be
loaded and click on OK. The curve will be applied to your image.
Each curve is for a specific paper. The curve names indicate the paper to be used. Use the article by Dirk Hobman
below to understand how to modify the curves, if you feel it is necessary.
When a curve is applied, the image will turn nice bright colors, but these are false colors.
The image is no longer WYSIWYG. This is for printing only, and should not be saved over
the good grayscale working file. Do not attempt to edit the image once the curve has been
applied.
(Note that a Photoshop Action (macro) can program a function key to convert to RGB, call
up and apply the desired adjustment curve/tone, and get the user into the print driver.
That is, this can be a one-button procedure/workflow.)
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Making the Print -
The Epson driver is used to print this inkset. Follow Paul's instructions
for making the print. Here he provides detailed instructions and settings for making prints using the sliders or adjustment
curves.
Read UT7 Information and Settings
by Paul Roark. If you are going to use the Photoshop curves, he describes which ones to use for the various tones
and papers.
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Going Beyond Perfect -
Be sure to let the print dry before judging the color or tones. If you need a good stepwedge
to work with, you can download the one we use. For barrier type papers
(glossy, luster & semigloss) spray prints with a protective coating like PremierArt Print Shield or Lyson
Print Guard. This spray largely eliminates the differential reflections (including what some call bronzing) and makes
the print surface so tough it can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
If you would like to know more about how the Photoshop Curves are constructed, you can read the information provided
by one of our "expert customers", Dirk Hobman. Dirk explains how to make curves for the MIS UltraTone
B&W inks. Plus he offers a couple of graphic forms for keeping track of the data that is gathered in the process.
To read his article on B&W curve making, download this file... hobman.zip.
There is an excellent forum called
Digital B&W, The Print. The forum discusses all digital technologies related to
making monochrome prints from digital sources, including the MIS ink sets and
workflows. If you are using MIS inks or plan on using them, this is a great place to
find additional information and to contact current users.
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Information about the Inks
DO NOT CONFUSE UT7 WITH UT FOR BOWHAUS. The UT inks in 2200 carts that are configured for the Bowhaus software, will
not work with the Epson driver. You must use the UT7 inks. The two inks are different and the positions are different.
For most papers the Eboni black cartridge (UT7-T0348-UTK) will work fine. If you are having problems using glossy or
semigloss paper, put in a Photo black cartridge (UT7-T0341-UPK). The 6 other inks do not have
to change, they will work on matte or glossy papers. Do not use MIS Universal black (MK). The
fade resistance of MK is not adequate for making archival prints.
Do not mix these inks with other Non Ultratone inks. For refilling or Continuous Flow Systems, you must start with
virgin empty cartridges. Provided this condition is met, no flushing or purging of the printer is needed. One or
two cleaning cycles will remove any color or non Ultratone ink from inside the print head. These inks will not
clog or damage your printer if you follow this advice.
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WHICH PAPER TO USE
Hahnamuhle Photo Rag
Epson Enhanced Matte
Epson Archival Matte
Epson Ultrasmooth or Scrapbook
PremierArt Fine Art Hot Press
Ilford Galerie Smooth Pearl & Glossy
Epson Photo Glossy (SO41141)
Epson Premium Glossy, Luster & Semigloss
When to use these papers and which curves to use with them are discussed in
Paul's instructions.
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WHERE TO BUY ONE OF THESE PRINTERS
 Epson 2200
The 2200 is still available in the super stores like, Best Buy and Compusa. Most authorized Epson dealer
still have them in stock. Check the Epson
Clearance Center for refurbished units at a lower cost. Used versions can sometimes be found
on EBay.
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