User`s manual

Chapter 10 - Output Settings
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FastRIP 10.0 User’s Manual
FI l m dR y I n g
e coating on standard films is not waterproof, so if the film gets wet, the ink will run. After
removing your film from the printer, make certain the ink is thoroughly dry before stacking.
When cameras and film processors were the standard, the only way to dry films was to hang
them. ings have not changed much, with hanging films still being the best way to dry them. It
is strongly recommended you devise a simple clothesline setup with film clips, however you can
just leave them on a table or other wide flat surface.
If you have a lot of solid areas, you may need to dry films up to 30 minutes before stacking them.
To prevent them from sticking together, place a paper slip-sheet between the films. You may also
use a small hair dryer to assist in speeding up dry times.
NOTE: Each film is a little different and you might need to experiment with drying times for your shop and
conditions. High humidity levels can significantly lengthen drying times.
Wa t e R Re s I s t a n t FI l m s
If a more water resistant film is needed, or if you plan to store films for a long period of time,
you can spray them with a standard “artist’s fixative” designed to fix paintings. is is the same
fixative applied to vellum or laser acetate to make the image darker.
Waterproof film is also available. It is EXCELLENT, but generally costs about three times as
much as standard film. Most standard film is 4 mil polyester, whereas waterproof film is generally
5 mil and has a coating that causes the ink to dry IMMEDIATELY. It also has a special coating
that gives the final print a smooth high-gloss look, just like a photograph.
Note: You can purchase a low cost, high quality waterproof film from U.S. Screen called FastPOS WP.
FI l m ha n d l I n g
You should try to keep from touching the coated edge of the film. Also, keep the imaging areas
free from dust. If you are using cut sheets, fan them before loading them in the printer.
Re g I s t R a t I o n
e Epson 4000, 4800, 4880, 7800, 7880, 9800 and 9880 will print in perfect registration with
roll film.