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Old 11-24-2009, 08:48 PM
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I don't know what you're looking for in printer features, but I can show you the way to significantly reduce the costs you're talking about. If you can find a printer that will use a Canon BCI-24 cartridge, then you're in bidness. Like it says, 5 cartridges for $7 (including shipping.)

http://shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40&_trk...8&_nkw=BCI-24+

I use a Canon i450. I haven't had trouble with the pirate cartridges. If I do, then I'm gunna buy another old printer that uses this cartridge. I used to use another printer, and pay that $20 a cartridge. F that. May not be that cheap to get these printers now. I haven't been paying attention. Getting one of those printers (maybe 10-15 different models will use the cartridge) is the only way I know to get around the expenses you're concerned about.

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Old 11-24-2009, 09:13 PM
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You guys ever thought about NOT printing them at all - I've really adapted to reading them off the screen and taking notes on separate paper.
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Old 11-24-2009, 09:36 PM
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You guys ever thought about NOT printing them at all - I've really adapted to reading them off the screen and taking notes on separate paper.
Only when I used to run out of ink (forget to buy a cartridge.) It's not for me. If it was anywhere near the same, then I wouldn't waste the paper. I don't know the science behind it, but I just don't like reading it off the screen.
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Old 11-24-2009, 10:01 PM
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Only when I used to run out of ink (forget to buy a cartridge.) It's not for me. If it was anywhere near the same, then I wouldn't waste the paper. I don't know the science behind it, but I just don't like reading it off the screen.
I'm the same way..
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Old 11-24-2009, 10:23 PM
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Only when I used to run out of ink (forget to buy a cartridge.) It's not for me. If it was anywhere near the same, then I wouldn't waste the paper. I don't know the science behind it, but I just don't like reading it off the screen.
It definitely takes some getting used to; I feel a lot more comfortable doing it now than I did 2-3 years ago.
I don't know if there is a science behind it...it just takes practice.

I still will not go to the track with out printing off the PP's, even though Ky Downs allows laptops.
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Old 11-24-2009, 10:29 PM
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It definitely takes some getting used to; I feel a lot more comfortable doing it now than I did 2-3 years ago.
I don't know if there is a science behind it...it just takes practice.

I still will not go to the track with out printing off the PP's, even though Ky Downs allows laptops.
I think it's like a security blanket.

The other thing is, if I'm going to a track that sells the Form I have to buy it.
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Old 11-24-2009, 09:56 PM
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You guys ever thought about NOT printing them at all - I've really adapted to reading them off the screen and taking notes on separate paper.
print entries in huge print 16-18 font size and use form and anything else to make notes. 2-3 pages / track as 25-35 and way less ink.
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Old 11-24-2009, 10:21 PM
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Do you really need to print it? I usually read it off the screen but if you need to mark and highlight then invest in Adobe Pro. Not sure how much it is as I get it on my work laptop.

If I am out of town, I sometimes go into a hotel and print it out in thier buisness center even I am not staying in that particualr hotel. One time I did that and the printer ran out of paper but went to the front desk to get some more, and the person handed me a bundle and never asked me if I am a guest at the hotel.
Hey it works.
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Old 11-25-2009, 12:21 AM
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It's usually less expensive to buy a brand new laser printer than it is to replace the toner.
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Old 11-25-2009, 05:36 AM
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It's usually less expensive to buy a brand new laser printer than it is to replace the toner.


I'm going to have to test the read it on the screen deal today. I brought my work computer to the in-laws and don't have my printer. Heaven forbid I start cranking out a hundred or so pages on my father in-law's printer....
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Old 11-25-2009, 06:36 AM
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This is the refill kits I use. I think I pay $14 for a refill that's 50% more than a cartridge replacement ($45).

http://www.uni-kit.com/
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Old 11-27-2009, 09:14 PM
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You don't even have to print the 1st three or four races at Hollywood. That is garbage (5-6 horses/race.) People make fun of union people? How about not paying the connections for just beating 4 horses? I'm starting with the 5th (Generous Stakes) at Hwd Saturday.
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Old 11-27-2009, 09:51 PM
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I would just buy an extremely small laptop and take it with you to the track.
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