Epson Stylus® Photo R1900 sets new standard in glossy photographic prints
Innovations featured in Epson R1900 include new Radiance™ technology and next generation of Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss® 2 pigment ink
TORONTO, Ontario – Epson Canada Ltd., a leader in advanced imaging technologies, today announced the release of the Epson Stylus Photo R1900, a 13-inch printer designed for advanced photographers and graphic designers.
The Epson R1900 provides an unprecedented standard in glossy colour photographic prints with its Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss 2 pigment ink featuring an improved Gloss Optimizer™ and new red and orange ink cartridges. The Epson R1900 is also raising the creative standard for print quality with the introduction of Radiance Technology, an innovation dramatically improving colour transitions, resulting in brilliant, true-to-life photos.
“Innovation is an integral part of Epson’s design philosophy,” said Tamara Walsh, Marketing Manager, Epson Canada Ltd. “After a decade of leadership, our engineers continue to develop printers that significantly raise the creative standard. The Epson Stylus Photo R1900 is no exception with its UltraChrome Hi-Gloss 2 inks and Radiance Technology, innovations designed to help deliver optimum results for photographers and graphic designers.”
The Epson R1900 is the ideal productivity solution for customers looking for the best combination of image quality, speed and archivability on glossy and matte media up to 13-inches wide. The Epson R1900 will replace the Epson Stylus Photo R1800 and offers a vast array of improvements over its predecessor in ink technology, print quality and speed.
More about the EPSON Stylus Photo R1900
- New Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss 2 Ink - Achieves an optimal level of gloss and colour vibrancy in a pigment ink system using eight colours – including new red and orange inks – plus an enhanced Gloss Optimizer. The red and orange inks have replaced the red and blue inks found in the Epson R1800, resulting in improved colour gamut and facial tones. This next-generation pigment ink set produces quick-drying, archival results that can last up to 200 years under glass.(*1) Auto-switching photo and matte black cartridges ensure the deepest blacks on any media type;
- New Radiance Technology – The breakthrough mathematical architecture on the Epson R1900 was co-developed by colour scientists at Epson and the Rochester Institute of Technology (R.I.T.) to take advantage of the wider colour gamuts possible with today’s advanced ink sets. The technology is built into the printer software and optimizes how the individual UltraChrome Hi-Gloss 2 inks are mixed while simultaneously providing a high level of print quality. This technology reduces grain and dramatically improves colour transitions;
- Faster Print Speeds – Creates prints up to 35 percent faster than the Epson R1800, particularly at higher resolutions, boosting productivity for final layouts and sellable photographic images. Produces breathtaking 11 x 14-inch prints as fast as 1 minute, 46 seconds;(*2)
- Superior Media Flexibility – Offers the same media versatility as the Epson R1800 with the ability to print on glossy, luster and matte medias as well as thicker fine art media, roll papers, canvas and directly onto inkjet printable CD/DVDs;
- Enhanced Connectivity – Allows two computers to simultaneously connect to the R1900 via two hi-speed USB 2.0 ports for seamless printing from either computer;
- Epson PreciseColor™ Manufacturing – Applies colorimetric calibration to the permanent MicroPiezo® print head at the factory through an enhanced manufacturing process, eliminating the need for internal calibration devices or constant calibration; and
- Exceptional Reliability – Features a new ink-repelling coating on the print head that prolongs the life of the Epson R1900 and decreases maintenance time. A built-in sensor also allows for automatic print head alignment and nozzle checking.
The Epson R1900 is available today at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of CAD $549.99 at Henry’s, London Drugs, selected Best Buy retail outlets and at fine photo specialty retailers across Canada.
About Epson Canada Ltd.
Epson offers an extensive array of award-winning image capture and image output products for the consumer, business and graphic arts markets. The company is also a leading supplier of value-added point-of-sale (POS) solutions for the retail market. Epson Canada Ltd. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Epson America, Inc., which is the U.S. affiliate of Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. Epson Canada Limited is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. For further information, please visit www.epson.ca.
1. Ink fade resistance ratings based on accelerated testing of prints, on specialty media, displayed in a glass frame in indoor display conditions or in album storage. Actual print stability will vary according to media, printed image, display conditions, light intensity, temperature, humidity and atmospheric conditions. Epson does not guarantee the longevity of prints. For maximum print life, display all prints under glass, UV filter or lamination or properly store them. See www.wilhelm-research.com for the latest information.
2. Color photo in Photo Mode on Premium Photo Paper Glossy measured from start of paper feed. Additional print time will vary based on system configuration, software application and page complexity. See www.epson.com/printspeed for more information about print speeds.
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