Printing Tips

• Store Digital TINTYPE™ sheets in their original pouch and in a cool, dry place to avoid moisture and high humidity. Keep any unused sheets in the original package until ready to print.
• Avoid touching the printable surface of the sheet. Hold sheet by the edges.
• For best results, go to your Printer Set-Up and select the following:
  • Media Type: select Photo Quality, Glossy Paper or Glossy Film.
  • Print Quality: select Photo Enhance or Photo.
  • DPI Settings: select the highest DPI setting. Settings of 1200 DPI or higher are recommended. While you can print at any DPI setting, choosing the highest dpi setting on your printer will give the best results.
• Due to variations among printer and ink manufacturers, some experimentation with output settings may be required for optimal results. Please refer to your printer manual for specific recommendations.
• Digital TINTYPE™ sheets are compatible with all ink jet systems including dye and pigment based inks. Your ink choice will determine the longevity of the printed image. Archival grade inks are recommended when long term durability and/or prolonged UV exposure is necessary.
• It is recommended that you load and print one sheet at a time. Always load the sheet in the manual feed position. DO NOT place sheet in the paper tray, they will not feed properly through the printer.
• Allow ink to dry on sheet before stacking or handling. If desired, use a hair dryer to quickly dry the sheet.
• Digital TINTYPE™ sheets have been tested on a wide variety of ink jet printers. For best performance "straight through" printers are recommended for all thickness' of Digital TINTYPE™. Many, but not all, printers have a "J" path configuration are acceptable for .005" thick Digital TINTYPE™ sheets. Before printing, check to ensure that the sheet will feed through the printer by loading a single sheet through the printer and pressing "Form Feed" on your printer.
• For added durability of the printed image, the sheet may be sprayed with clear acrylics or varnishes such as Krylon Clear Arcrylic. Also, protective films or overlaminates can be applied to the sheet.
• Horizons Incorporated assumes no liability for use of Digital TINTYPE™ sheets with specific printers.