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This guide describes how to refill large-format ink cartridges from the PFI series. This guide shows a Canon PFI-3100 Magenta cartridge, which is originally filled with 160 ml of ink. In principle, the same procedure can also be used with other compatible PFI cartridges of similar construction. Original Canon cartridges can be refilled through the two ink outlet openings on the underside. Required Tools The following items are required for the filling process: a large syringe, ideally with a capacity of approximately 50 ml (for filling) a sharp needle for injecting the ink  an additional needle (for ventilation) one damp...

SureColor SC-P900 / SC-P700: How to Refill a Refill Cartridge Please read the complete instructions before you begin. Important: Always use a suitable protective surface when handling ink. What You Need Ink Empty refillable cartridge Syringe with needle Utility knife Small flat-head screwdriver Optional: paper towels Original cartridge chip Compatible chip resetter for SC-P900 / SC-P700 Important Notice:Regularly check the ink level of your cartridges visually. A cartridge should never be completely emptied, as this may allow air to enter the ink system. If this happens, extensive cleaning may be required to restore proper operation. 1. Remove the Chip from...

Canon Selphy CP1500 in Practical Testing: How Good Is Photo Printing with Color Management? A Comparison Using ICC Profiles, Black-and-White Tests, and a Free Download for Photographers.

High-quality black-and-white printing with simple Epson® printers?
The “office printer” ET-14100 shows how impressive FineArt prints can be achieved with Carbonprint inks and free ICC profiles – and why the ET-14100 is clearly the better choice compared to the ET-1810.

For those who enjoy printing black and white photos but don’t use a printer equipped with Carbonprint inks, the standard solution is the Advanced Black & White Mode (ABW) available in the printer driver of many high-quality photo and large-format printers. This ABW mode allows users to produce neutral or toned prints—warm, cool, or anything in between. Advanced Black & White Dialogs in Canon® and Epson® Drivers As every printer owner knows, the printer driver only offers media types supported by the manufacturer. When printing on such supported papers, you select the matching media setting in the driver, and the...

Many photographers struggle with prints that appear darker than the image on their screen, losing detail in the shadows. But why does this happen?