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DCS E-Newsletter December 2013
'Tis the Season to Save – Special Year-End Financing Event (USA & Canada Only)

Special offer on the DIrect Jet 1024UVHSOPTION 1

As low as 0% financing for 24 months
or 2.99% for 36 months*

Valid on 1024UVHS December '13 Deluxe Package Only.**
Valid in the USA and Canada Only (excluding Quebec).

Spectacular financing options are available on Direct Jet 1024UVHS models ordered, funded, and shipped prior to December 20, 2013.

Deposits on all financing options: Last Payment in advance + $125.00 documentation fee.

* Requirements: Approved credit, 3+ years in business, 680+ FICO score, clean personal and business credit. Not all applicants will qualify.

** December '13 Deluxe Package Only – No Substitutions. Deluxe package includes, but not limited to: Heavy duty direct drive, ADA module, and one (1) complete set of 200 mL inks. For a complete itemized quotation, please contact your authorized Direct Color Systems sales representative. This offer can't be combined with any other offer/discount.

 

OR

 

Special offer on the DIrect Jet 1024UVHSOPTION 2

No payments for 6 months!*

Valid on 1024UVHS December '13 Deluxe Package Only.**
Valid in the USA and Canada Only (excluding Quebec).
Contract maintenance fee for 6 month deferral program is $49.00 per month.
Financing options available include either 42 or 54 month agreements.

Spectacular financing options are available on Direct Jet 1024UVHS models ordered, funded, and shipped prior to December 20, 2013.

Deposits on all financing options: Last Payment in advance + $125.00 documentation fee.

* Requirements: Approved credit, 3+ years in business, 680+ FICO score, clean personal and business credit. Not all applicants will qualify..

** December '13 Deluxe Package Only – No Substitutions. Deluxe package includes, but not limited to: Heavy duty direct drive, ADA module, and one (1) complete set of 200 mL inks. For a complete itemized quotation, please contact your authorized Direct Color Systems sales representative. This offer can't be combined with any other offer/discount.

Contact an authorized Direct Color Systems sales representative to discuss the option that best fits your business and take advantage of this special year-end financing event before it ends on December 20, 2013.

All fees and payments are in USD. Please contact your authorized DCS sales representative for Canadian dollar conversions. Lease financing available on 1024UVHS December '13 Deluxe Package, only through participating authorized DCS sales agents.

Additional Year-End Tax Advantages: IRS Section 179

Located in the USA? Thinking about acquiring and financing new equipment? If so, you have until December 31, 2013 to take advantage of IRS Section 179 before it's dramatically reduced in 2014.

Section 179 is a special tax deduction allowing you to recover all or part of your equipment cost in the year it's put into service. Equipment must be for business use. This is a method to quickly write-off the equipment instead of depreciating the equipment over its lifespan. In 2013, companies are allowed to write-off as much as $500,000 of equipment acquired over the course of the year. Always consult your tax advisor for complete details on your specific financial opportunity.

 
Free Online Demos: ADA/Braille Signage & Phone Case Printing

Want to see the Direct Jet 1024UVHS in action from the comfort of your desk or home?

Direct Color Systems is excited to provide our eNewsletter recipients with an exclusive invitation to a pair of free live video demonstrations on Wednesday, December 11th.

The 1024UVHS has exploded in popularity thanks to its versatility, outstanding print quality, compact size and economical price. This high-speed UV LED inkjet printer allows you to effortlessly create stunning full-color prints – both flat and raised TEXTUR3D™ – on a wide variety of substrates. In less than an hour's time, attending these exclusive demonstrations will introduce you to two of the countless applications that have made the 1024UVHS so popular: ADA-compliant/Braille signage and custom phone case production.

Wednesday, December 11th, 10:30 am EST
Printing ADA-compliant/Braille Signage with the Direct Jet 1024UVHS

Wednesday, December 11th 3:30 pm EST
Produce Customized TEXTUR3D™ or Photo-Quality Flat Prints on Phone Cases with the Direct Jet 1024UVHS

These video demonstrations will not only cover the machine, software and requisite materials, but they will also examine how the 1024UVHS can improve margins and enhance your business.

Click here to register for one or both of these exclusive FREE live demonstrations.

 
InkMark™ UV Cast Acrylic for UV LED Inkjet Printers

InkMark™ UV Cast Acrylic is the latest offering in our line of coated substrates. Like all of our InkMark™ UV substrates, these cast acrylics are optimized to accept DCS's Multisolve™ IR2 UV LED inks without the use of any chemical wipe or adhesion promoter. InkMark™ UV Cast Acrylics are dual surface, offering a matte side for first-surface printing and a glossy side for second-surface reverse printing. Both sides are masked and easily identifiable. These clear acrylics are offered in two thicknesses: 0.120" (3mm) and 0.220" (5.6mm), and they are suitable for outdoor applications.

InkMark™ UV Cast Acrylic substrates with a matte finish can be paired with our Direct Jet 1024UVHS printer and RIP 9 with the new add-on ADA Module to easily design and print your own ADA-compliant/Braille signage.

Standard matte/gloss cast acrylic can be substituted for the InkMark™ UV Cast acrylic. The standard matte/gloss cast acrylic must be used in conjunction with a mixture of DCS UV LED Low Odor Adhesion Promoter and 99% pure isopropyl alcohol. Recipe for diluting adhesion promoter for use on acrylic material: 70% isopropyl alcohol and 30% low odor adhesion promoter.

ADA/Braille printing on matte side only.

Additional applications for InkMark™ UV Cast Acrylic include:

 

• Safety signs
• Name badges
• Industrial labeling
• Recognition awards

 

• Interior signage
• Desk plates and door plates
• Machine tags and labeling

 
Tech Tip: Improve Image Quality with these 3 Color Byte Design Tools
DCS Tech Tips

Improve Image Quality with these 3 Color Byte Design ToolsAll images are not created equal. From time to time, images you receive or find will undoubtedly be of subpar quality. The question is: Do you go back and request new files? Or do you spend your valuable time correcting these issues to ensure that you are producing the highest-quality product?

Don't sweat: in this Tech Tip, we provide guidelines for three Color Byte Design Tools to help users quickly and easily correct common issues and improve image quality.

Click here to learn more about the Clean Up White, Knock Me Color and Noise Shampoo tools.

   
To view our full archive of free DCS Tech Tips, please visit our website »
 
Software Updates

IS YOUR SOFTWARE UP TO DATE?

Latest Build Versions:
     Color Byte RIP 9.1 Build 2
     Front End Build: 9204M*
     Back End Build: 4933*

Latest Printer Package Versions:
     1024UVHS: 5.100
     1024UV: 5.100
     1014UV: 5.100
     DJUVADA: 6.203

* Find these numbers by going to HELP > ABOUT in the Color Byte Front End and the Color Byte RIP.

 
Meet Your TSS for the Carolinas – Chuck Nall

DCS has a network of Technical Sales Specialists (TSSs) based around the USA and Canada. These regional associates are your local link to sales, installation and technical support for all DCS products.

For three days, beginning on December 17th, Chuck Nall will be demonstrating the power and limitless applications of the Direct Jet 1024UVHS printer throughout the Carolinas.

Applications ranging from ADA signage and promotional products to tough-to-print-to substrates including metal, glass, and acrylic will be on full display during these demonstrations.

Put the high-speed Direct Jet 1024UVHS to work in your business for huge profits! Imagine the possibilities and then see them firsthand.

To set up a personalized demonstration in your facility at a convenient date and time, please RSVP to Chuck Nall at 919-939-6743 or chuck.nall@directcolorsystems.com.

To get in touch with the TSS or authorized international distributor in your area, please contact us.
 
Upcoming DCS Trade Shows & Events
SGI Sign Middle East Visit DCS at the NBM Show Visit DCS at PPAI
SGI Sign Middle East
January 7 - 9, 2014
UAE – Dubai
DCS distributor EPM
will be exhibiting
The NBM Show – Los Angeles
January 9 - 11, 2014
Los Angeles, CA
Booth #716
PPAI Expo
January 15 - 17, 2014
Las Vegas, NV
Booth #4657
 
Visit DCS at Print Doors 2014 Visit DCS at ARA Visit DCS at the NBM Show
Print Doors 2014
January 22 - 23, 2014
Nagoya, Japan
DCS distributor Kobundo
will be exhibiting
ARA International Awards Market
February 26 - 28, 2014
Las Vegas, NV
Booth #2323
The NBM Show – Arlington
March 6 - 8, 2014
Arlington, TX
Booth #TBA
 
View our complete trade show & events schedule »




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