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Why are the inkjet primers RBY (red, blue, and yellow)
For a subtractive printing process, the 'optimum' primary colors for a 3-ink system would be closer to magenta, cyan, and yellow. However, these are not generally used. Why?
Scan-to-PC fax capability offers fully functional black and color fax applications. Easy-to-use software lets you edit,
store, send, and receive documents via fax through your computer's fax modem. Other Lexmark features
include the exclusive Lexmark Accu-Feed paper-handling system, which virtually eliminates paper jams
and misfeeds so you can use print media up to 150 pounds; convenient ink-level indicators;
and a user-friendly interface that makes it easier than ever to set up and enjoy all of the unit's capabilities.
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I don't know the precise answer but it is no doubt a tradeoff between cost
and which colors are used most often. For non-photo printing, the straight red,
blue, and yellow are far more useful since they can be use by themselves or in
simple combination to produce a wide range of vibrant, if not realistic colors.
For example, pure red is far more likely to be used for simple graphics than
magenta. To make something that looks like pure red using magenta and yellow
requires a precise combination - not easy to do with an inkjet printer!
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