• About Us
  • News And Events
  • Support & Resources
  • Contact
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
YouTube
Instagram
860-829-2244
LOG IN
Direct Color SystemsDirect Color Systems
  • Printers
    • Direct Jet UV Printers
      • UV-21MP – Small Format UV Printer
      • UV-32MP – Intermediate Format UV Printer
      • UV-44DTS – Medium Format UV Printer
      • UV-84DTS Gen2 – Large Format UV Printer
      • 1800s – Small Format LED Printer
    • VIBRAHue UV Printers
    • Custom Engineered Inkjet Printers (OEM)
    • Software: Color Byte Rip V10
    • Inks & Jigs
      • UV LED Inks
      • Custom Jig & Fixtures
    • Substrates and Supplies
      • InkMark™ UV Coated Metal Substrates
      • Plastic & Sheet Metal Stock
      • Name Badge Blanks
      • Name Badge Supplies
      • Acrylic Blanks
  • Applications
    • UV-DTF
    • Acrylic Printing: Awards, Plaques
    • Ad Specialty Digital Decorating
    • ADA-Compliant Braille Sign Printers (Patented)
    • Aluminum Printing
    • Bottle & Cylindrical Printing
    • Cell Phone & Tablet Cases
    • Glass Printing
    • Golf Ball Printing
    • Industrial Labeling, Dial Faces & Serial Plate Printing
    • Industrial Part Marking
    • Luggage Tag Printing
    • Name Badge Printing
    • Sign Printing
    • Textured Printing (TEXTUR3D™)
    • Tile Printing
    • UV Printing
    • Wood Printing
    • DTG / T-Shirt Printing (Patent Pending)
  • PRINTOVATORS™
  • Blog
  • Contact
    • Contact Information
    • Commercial UV Printer Leasing and Financing
    • Employment Opportunities

Tech Tip: Understanding Print Modes

November 30, 2015DCS MarketingDcs Tips

There are many print modes to choose from in the Direct Jet device packages. Choosing the right print mode is essential for obtaining the desired output. Most print modes follow a specific naming structure. First is the order in which the channels will print (also called the Ink Setup), followed by a hierarchy name, then the resolution, and last the Print Direction.

Understanding the print modes and their uses is not only vital in achieving the desired output, but can also play a major role in achieving proper adhesion.

Click here to download a printable PDF of this Tech Tip.

DCS Marketing
Previous post Tech Tip: Using Hot Folders Next post Tee Off with Custom Printed Golf Balls

Recent Posts

  • 2025 Tradeshows – Graphics Pro Expo – Indy 2025
  • 2025 Tradeshows – Graphics Pro Expo – Irving TX 2025
  • 2025 Tradeshows – FESPA Global Print Expo 2025
  • TechTips: January 2025 – Using Third-Party Inks and the Risks Involved
  • 2025 Tradeshows – ISA Sign Expo

About DCS

DCS is a U.S.-based world leader in direct-to-substrate UV LED inkjet printing technology. Our Direct Jet UV printers output high-resolution raised TEXTUR3D™ prints, ADA-compliant/Braille signage (patented), T-shirt/garments (patent pending), and standard flat prints on plastics, metals, wood, tiles, glass and much more. READ MORE

Ask an Expert

    Email (required)

    Question

    Featured Posts

    • 2025 Tradeshows – Graphics Pro Expo – Indy 2025
    • 2025 Tradeshows – Graphics Pro Expo – Irving TX 2025
    • 2025 Tradeshows – FESPA Global Print Expo 2025

    E-Newsletter Archive

    Not receiving our E-Newsletter?


     

    See What You're Missing!

    Categories

    • Archive
    • Dcs Tips
    • DTG Printers
    • Featured
    • News And Events
    • Trade Shows
    • Uncategorized
    • Webinars

    About DCS

    Direct Color Systems® (DCS) is a U.S.-based world leader in engineering, manufacturing and marketing small-format, direct-to-substrate UV LED inkjet printers and solvent inkjet printers.

    Made in the USA. Distributed Globally.

    Direct Color Systems Inkjet Printing World Map Icon

    DIRECT COLOR SYSTEMS, TEXTUR3D, and INKMARK are the subjects of US Patent and Trademark Office trademark registrations owned by Direct Color Inc. dba Direct Color Systems.

    For Terms of Sale, click the link.

    For Purchasing Terms and Conditions, click the link.

    Recent Posts

    • 2025 Tradeshows – Graphics Pro Expo – Indy 2025 March 26, 2025
    • 2025 Tradeshows – Graphics Pro Expo – Irving TX 2025 February 24, 2025
    • 2025 Tradeshows – FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 February 10, 2025
    • TechTips: January 2025 – Using Third-Party Inks and the Risks Involved January 31, 2025

    Contact Us





      Direct Color Systems © 2024 | Private Policy | Responsive Wordpress Website Design by Zero Gravity Marketing