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Epson R1900 Large Format Photo Printer

Epson R1900 Large Format Photo Printer


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Brand: Epson
Category: CE

List Price: $915.00
Buy New: $449.99
You Save: $465.01 (51%)



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Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars 37 reviews

Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Operating System: Apple MacOS X 10.4.x
System Memory: 0.064
Modem: None
Shipping Weight (lbs): 29
Dimensions (in): 30 x 12 x 14
nv:Print Method: Inkjet
Resolution: 5760 x 1440 Optimized dpi
Dimensions: 24.3"W x 31.4"D x 16.3"H
Connectivity: USB 2.0
Standard Paper Input: 120 Sheets
Paper Sizes Supported: Letter
Paper Sizes Supported: Legal
Paper Sizes Supported: A4
Paper Sizes Supported: 4" x 6"
Paper Sizes Supported: 5" x 7"
Paper Sizes Supported: 8" x 10"
Paper Sizes Supported: Super B
Paper Sizes Supported: A3
Paper Sizes Supported: B
Paper Sizes Supported: 11" x 14"
Paper Sizes Supported: 12" x 12"
Warranty: 1 year warranty

MPN: R1900
Model: R1900
UPC: 010343866058
EAN: 0010343866058
ASIN: B0011G47PQ

Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours

Features:
  • Get superior glossy prints with Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss 2 pigment ink
  • Print photos with greater vibrancy and better facial tones with Epson's new Red and Orange ink cartridges
  • Maximize the color gamut and achieve better print quality with Radiance technology
  • Produce gallery-quality prints faster with improved print speeds
  • Create amazing panoramas with included roll paper support

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Create amazing albums, full-size scrapbook pages and professional glossy photos up to A3+ at high speed, and on a wide range of media. Images are vibrant and long lasting with the new Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss2 ink.Print and share superb photos with the Epson Stylus Photo R1900 and achieve quality, color and flexibility to create your hobbies and crafts. Make use of the creative potential of the wide range of media and formats up to A3+. Achieve more life-like colors and skin tones with the new 8-color Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss2 ink.Whether you print borderless photos or design entire album pages, your precious creations will last a lifetime. You can even print onto CDs and straight from your digital camera.


Customer Reviews:   Read 32 more reviews...

4 out of 5 stars Epson Stylus PHOTO R1900   November 25, 2008
Mariann Cyr
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I've had the R1900 for several weeks now. The installation was simple and went without a hitch. It would be nice to have an image of the printer with all of the componets labeled so when they say to "slide roll edge guide" I don't have to spend a lot of time trying to figure out what piece they are talking about. Not a big deal, but there is room for improvement.

Was a bit annoying that when I went to do the test print an ad about buying genuine Epspon ink kept poping up. I've already bought the printer, I don't need to see any more advertising.

The first print I made came out way too dark. After a little investigation I found it was operator error. I had selected the wrong printer profile. When I selected the correct one the prints came out looking great.

I did buy a box of Epson Glossy 4"x6" Photo Paper. This paper has perforated borders so that you can get edge-to-edge prints. However I have yet to get a correct print. No matter what I try the print will not center on this paper. I've been using some Canon 4x6 paper instead and it works just fine.

Quality of the prints is very good. I haven't had to replace any ink cartridges yet, but after reading some of the other reviews I'm a bit apprehensive.





4 out of 5 stars Now Five Stars!!! If Calirated, It's Wonderful   November 19, 2008
Todd M. Parsons (Redwood City, CA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I received my Epson, fired it up, and it made a horrible whining/grinding noise. I thought, man, this thing is toast. I tried a few more times and the print head wouldn't engage. So I called Epson, and they sent me a brand new unit right away. I asked if it was new, because I heard they will send you refubs sometimes; but it was new. The second one printed no problem, and I was off and running.

I did notice with the first prints that the colors were a bit cool and on the bluish side. iPhoto said the same thing, so I have played with the settings, but I still get so so results. The problem really lies with my monitor. It isn't calibrated. So what I am seeing isn't what is being translated onto the paper. So I have upped the ante and sprung for the Spyder3 Studio Suite monitor and print calibrator. Now I will be able to get the screen dialed in, and display on my screen what color gamut my printer can actually do. Now I can make my own profiles for paper and color. In theory everything should be spot on. I know it's an extra $350 (with current rebate to 11/30) but what use is an amazing printer if the colors aren't what they should be because of un-tuned hardware? If you get this printer, at least calibrate your monitor.

I have read also that the Epson glossy profile is a bit cool, but if you use the watercolor paper and profile, the colors come out much better and truer to life. And the paper is about or equal in price with the glossy, but with a much more professional look.

As for the machine itself, it seems pretty well built. Quiet and smooth, I am amazed I can print a 13x19 professional looking print in the comfort of my own house. So far the ink consumption hasn't been too bad. I am a bit bummed the cartridges are so small, but what can you do?... I was also a bit upset that I had to do a nozzle cleaning after a week of inactivity. With the amount of ink used in a purge, those are precious ml. I shouldn't have to clean after a week of non-use. Come on Epson...

But I suppose I can't complain. I think when tuned with a properly calibrated monitor, this thing is going to rock. I will update as we go along.

Update: November 23, 2008

I received the Spyder3 Studio Calibration System the other day. I installed, followed directions, and made two custom profiles in about an hour. One for matte and the other for glossy. The colors that were reproduced were fantastic and matched the screen amazingly well. I noticed the black and whites printed with the Epson profiles were a bit blue in cast. That was all fixed with the Spyder3, and the prints look neutral and pleasing to the eye.

Also, I was in a store the other day, and the shop guy said he knew one of the fellows who designs the color profiles for Epson. The Ultra Premium Matte profile is "supposed" to be one of the better profiles. Well, the printer coupled with my own profiles kicked the Epson profile to the curb. No comparison whatsoever.

All in all, this is a great printer. I am giving it five stars once calibrated. It's smooth, quiet, and prints amazing photos once you get it dialed in. I highly recommend this printer.



5 out of 5 stars A great printer for the price   November 16, 2008
John H. Cornell Jr. (spring hill, florida)
Epson 1900 Photo Printer

For over 40 years I have been a professional photographer. I have printed many 1000's of images. Most of the time it was trial and error until I got what I wanted! There were long hours in the darkroom or working with Photoshop.

A good friend of mine suggested I buy the 1900. He kept telling me how great it a printer the 1900 was! Well the first print out of the box blew my socks off. I had given up printing photos of the grand kids because the quality from my former printer. I am now going to start printing again with a renewed energy. The color is vibrant. The print is sharp as a tack.

My only negative about the 1900 was there was no USB cord included. For that much money a cord could be included.



4 out of 5 stars Phto Printer   November 2, 2008
LTC STEVEN S. FITZGERALD (Fairfax, VA)
Absolute wonderful printer for an entry level photography studio. Easy installation and excellent performance -- color representation is dead on!

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