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AtlBurner
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6. July 2006 @ 11:37 |
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Probably the wrong forum, but i'll give it a try. Just want to get some of your opinions on the best printer for printable media. I've done a search and can't come up with any of the posts on this subject. I've been using the ole sharpie for a while, and just want a change i guess. I'm leaning towards the Epson R220. Any other suggestions or is this the best buy for the money? And also, is it even worth it(money wise) to get a printer? Thanks in advance for your replies.
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6. July 2006 @ 12:36 |
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Get the Epson and get Ridisc ink for it from Meritline.com
Dropbox: http://db.tt/p5P9bH1d
System 1: Core2Quad Q6600 O/Ced @ 3.15 GHz, Gigabyte GA EP35 DS4 mobo, Zalman 9700, 4GB PC6400 RAM, Sapphire Radeon 2600HD Pro, Samsung 920BW 19" Widescreen LCD, Hauppauge! PVR-350.
System 2: Core2Duo E6400 O/Ced @ 3.2 GHz, Gigabyte GA 965P S3 mobo, Arctic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro, 2GB PC6400 RAM, PNY GeForce 6600, Hyundai B70A 17" LCD. |
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AtlBurner
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6. July 2006 @ 14:44 |
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Thanks for the reply, teflonmyk. I was thinkin' as much. Also, thanks for the advice on the ink. Would it be cheaper for me to buy the printer online as compared to a retail store, or is it one of those "shop around" kind of things? Any other suggestions, i really want to get a few replies and see what the genereal concensous is around here as these forums have been very helpful when it comes to getting advice. Again, thanks
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7. July 2006 @ 01:47 |
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Shop around. The best deal on my Epson was at Best Buy at the time that I bought it. The different office supply and computer stores are always having intermittent deals on the 200 series Epson online and in brick & mortar. I got mine for $79.95 out the door- no rebates involved, and shortly after, I saw deals for as little as $50.00 (they were rebate-based deals for $99.99 and a $50.00 rebate) and a couple with the printer free with a qualified digital camera purchase. Some of the cameras were as low as $100. Meritline seems to currently have the best deal on good compatible inks (Ridisc).
Dropbox: http://db.tt/p5P9bH1d
System 1: Core2Quad Q6600 O/Ced @ 3.15 GHz, Gigabyte GA EP35 DS4 mobo, Zalman 9700, 4GB PC6400 RAM, Sapphire Radeon 2600HD Pro, Samsung 920BW 19" Widescreen LCD, Hauppauge! PVR-350.
System 2: Core2Duo E6400 O/Ced @ 3.2 GHz, Gigabyte GA 965P S3 mobo, Arctic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro, 2GB PC6400 RAM, PNY GeForce 6600, Hyundai B70A 17" LCD. |
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7. July 2006 @ 15:47 |
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what up AtlBurner,
i have the epson R220 printer and have been using it for about 6 months now, i bought it mainly for printing on blank media and i could say from exp. that it has been great. the printable media also looks real good, as far as quality goes. i actually bought it for 99$
at Office Max. i would reccomend the Epson photo R220
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AtlBurner
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7. July 2006 @ 19:07 |
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Really appreciate your input on this, guys. I guess it's off to do some cyber shoppin' for a good deal on the R220. Thanks alot!
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OshVegas
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10. July 2006 @ 06:37 |
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Atl- I just got a refurbished R220 from the Epson store Clearance Center for $71, with free shipping. Ordered it Thr afternoon, it was at my door Friday morning. Be careful if you buy one from someone on Ebay, sometimes they don't come with any ink cartridges.
I've used it with TY Valueline DVD-R and they look great.
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26. July 2006 @ 12:28 |
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This message has been edited since posting. Last time this message was edited on 26. July 2006 @ 12:29
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26. July 2006 @ 13:17 |
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@Creddly............
I checked the link to the printer, you provided. It doesn't say anything, anywhere, about the ability to print on printable discs. So, if you want to print directly onto printable discs, it doesn't look like this is the printer you want. You'll want the R220 or R320, etc.
If you've already ordered it, I'm afraid you've got the wrong one coming to you............
Good luck!
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26. July 2006 @ 13:43 |
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26. July 2006 @ 13:44 |
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This is the official description from the Epson website!
Standalone printing
Print without a computer. Simply insert your memory card or connect your compatible camera, mobile phone 1 or storage device directly to the Epson Stylus Photo RX700 to start printing instantly. The innovative PhotoEnhance function adjusts the colour and contrast of your image so you get the best possible output with minimum effort. And you can even print an image, CD or DVD design onto printable disks.
This message has been edited since posting. Last time this message was edited on 26. July 2006 @ 13:45
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26. July 2006 @ 18:06 |
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And you can even print an image, CD or DVD design onto printable disks.
Ok............they said it on your newest link.
I'm glad. I hated thinking that you'd get the printer, open it, and find out it didn't. I can't believe they didn't mention it on your original link. That's a selling feature! Glad it does what you want. :-)
Here in the U.S., the ink costs $39.95, at: http://www.meritline.com/epson-stylus-photo-rx700-printer.html
but I have no idea what it's gonna cost you in the U.K. I kinda doubt that Meritline will ship to the U.K., or it will cost more than it's worth.
Good luck!
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27. July 2006 @ 04:20 |
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Kinda makes me glad that Sharpies are universal & cheap although I have to admit that Directly printed disc are more Cool or proffesional looking take your pick but ! already have a Epson MFP - Scanner/printer/coppier ! also have very small computer room & wanted to get a Konica laser printer to do covers & hardcopies but eet's too Beeg !!! and wife don't want to pay fer the toner cartridges ! But maybe oneday I'll get an R-series ! Bye now !
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27. July 2006 @ 14:56 |
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I've got the Printer here now! It is a beast! You should see the CD prints. When I tried my first one today, it was not what I was expecting, in a good way.
It's like the real bloody thing.
If you wanna fork out a bit of dosh for a printer, get the Epson RX700. What a machine!!!
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