I remain interested in large-format printers for outputting photos, generative art, and because they are cool machines. The HP DesignJet T610 I bought still isn’t working well after buying all new print heads and ink, and it is just too big for my lab space, so I’m still looking at alternatives. On craigslist I found an offer I couldn’t refuse – a free HP DesignJet 130nr 24″ wide printer. The catch is, it had sat for five years without printing, and the current owner had never tried using it and didn’t know anything more about its status. I had nothing to lose and at least some experience to gain, and the free roll of glossy image paper made the trip worth while. Continue reading