Processing Drying, Viewing, Mounting, Displaying

PROCESSING

Use KODAK EKTACHROME R-3 or R-3 LU Chemicals to process this paper in continuous or roller-transport processors. For specific processing instructions, see KODAK Publication No. Z-129B, Using KODAK EKTACHROME R-3 Chemicals in Continuous and Roller-Transport Processors, available on our website at www.kodak.com/go/professional.

DRYING

Do not ferrotype this paper.

Remove excess water from the surface of the paper before drying. Dry the prints using dust-free air. The temperature of the air will depend on the design of the dryer, the air-flow rate, and the total drying time. The ideal drying temperature is between 50 and 70°C (122 and 158°F). If the temperature is too high, the paper may curl. If the temperature is too low, the surface gloss of the paper is reduced, and the risk of the paper sticking is increased.

VIEWING

Evaluate prints under light of the same color and brightness that you will use to view the final prints. A good average viewing condition is a light source with a color temperature of 4000 ± 1 000 K, a Color Rendering Index (CRI) of 85 to 100, and an illuminance of a least 538 lux (50 footcandles). Fluorescent lamps such as the cool white deluxe fluorescent lamp (made by several manufacturers) meet these conditions. You can also use a mixture of incandescent and fluorescent lamps. For each pair of 40-watt cool white deluxe fluorescent lamps, use a 75-watt frosted tungsen bulb.

MOUNTING

You can mount prints with KODAK Dry Mounting Tissue, Type 2. The temperature across the heating platen of the mounting press should be between 82 and 99°C (180 and 210°F). Temperatures above 110°C (230°F) or high pressure may cause physical and color changes in prints. Preheat the cover sheet that you use over the face of the print to remove moisture. Apply pressure for 30 seconds or longer for a thick mount.

DISPLAYING

Photographic dyes, like all dyes, can change with time and exposure to sunlight, ultraviolet radiation, excessive heat, and high humidity. To help prevent changes in photographic dyes, follow these guidelines:

•Illuminate prints with tungsten light whenever possible.

•Display prints in the lowest light level consistent with your viewing needs.

•If a print is exposed to direct or indirect sunlight or fluorescent light, use an ultraviolet-absorbing filter between the light source and the print.

•Keep the temperature and humidity as low as possible.

KODAK EKTACHROME RADIANCE III HC Copy Paper • E-2411