Xerox 003R06709 User Manual
Table of Contents
Xerox Wide Format Supplies Applications Guide
Version 2.0; April 2005
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Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................... 1
International Version ............................................................................................................................. 1
International Paper Weight Measurement............................................................................................ 2
Image Quality & Graphics Durability ....................................................... 3
Choosing Appropriate Materials........................................................................................................... 3
1. What is the end-use of the application you are printing? ......................................................... 3
2. Are you using dye or pigment inks? ......................................................................................... 3
3. Will the print be used indoors or outdoors? ............................................................................. 3
4. Will the print be exposed to sunlight or UV radiation? ............................................................. 3
5. Will the print be subject to extremes of temperature, hot or cold? ........................................... 3
6. How long is the print required to last?....................................................................................... 3
7. Will the print be be displayed more than once?........................................................................ 3
Image Quality........................................................................................................................................ 4
• Expectations ............................................................................................................................. 4
• Environment .............................................................................................................................. 4
• Consider Alternatives................................................................................................................ 4
• Printer Speed ............................................................................................................................ 4
• Pantone
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Colors ....................................................................................................................... 5
• Cockle ....................................................................................................................................... 5
• Drying & Distortion.................................................................................................................... 5
• Banding ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Xerox Media Setup Reference for 8142/8160 ......................................................................................6
Durability of Graphics ........................................................................................................................... 8
Media Fire Resistance and Retardancy............................................................................................... 9
Definitions ...................................................................................................................................... 9
Printing/Storage Information................................................................................................................. 9
Generally for Inks and Media ............................................................................................................. 10
Shelf Life ............................................................................................................................................. 10
Compatibility ....................................................................................................................................... 10
Where to Order Supplies.................................................................... 11
Europe ................................................................................................................................................ 11
United States ...................................................................................................................................... 11
Canada ............................................................................................................................................... 11