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We are considering the purchase of a new large format inkjet printer, primarily for internal use and to provide first draft proofs to clients (mostly full color ads, brochures, rack cards, catalogs).

We've narrowed it down, I think, to the HP Business Inkjet 2600. It will print up to 13x19 on a variety of stocks, and will allow us to do a Pantone calibration as well as select ICC profiles.

The only thing I'm not sure about is that HP says it uses Postscript 3 "Emulation." Is this equal to Adobe Postscript 3? If not, what are the differences, and how might these differences be a problem?

If Emulation is indeed something to be avoided, can anyone suggest an alternative printer ($1,000 or less range, 13x19 paper or larger, ICC profile-capable, variety of paper thicknesses up to at least 100# cover). We've also looked at the Epson Stylus 3000 and 1520, but neither seem to be available anymore (and the 1520 is listed as Adobe Postscript 2, not 3). We are not too concerned with monthly duty cycles, as we would never exceed even 1,000 per month.

Anyone with Real World experience with the HP 2600, good or bad, I'd sure like to hear your history with it.

Thanks in advance...