epson xp202

[puds]

hi all im looking for a icc files for the above printer also will this make my printer print the same as what is on the screen as im printing dark at the mo thank you

[pisquee]

There is no such thing as a sublimation ICC profile for the XP202, as the ICC profile is dependant on the inks you use, and not every manufacturer of sublimations inks makes them the same way, so they are different colours, and this is what the ICC profile compensates for. Using the wrong profile - i.e. one made for a different ink manufacturer or different printer model can cause more problems than it solves.
You will need to get a custom one made, which costs around £25
If you get a custom one made, then this profile will be unique to your unique printer, ink type, and transfer paper - so ensure you have a reliable source to be able to continue with the same inks, as if you have to change ink supplier/manufacturer then you will need a new profile.
I would recommend buying an ink that is in branded bottles from a reputable supplier (if Ebay check feedback and history. Ask them if they have an ICC profile to see how trustworthy they are - if they say you don't need one or just "use Adobe 1998", then run a mile. A good supplier will either supply one, tell where to download it, or advise where/how to get one made.
Paul (moderator on this forum) sells his ICC profiling service here.

[GoonerGary]

To add to the above, people saying that their prints are too dark compared to the screen is because most people have their screens set with too much contrast and brightness. View prints in daylight away from other indoor light sources and at different times of the day. You'll find that your prints are probably ok.

To get the right colours is a fairly complicated process which requires calibrating your screen and your printer along with setting up your image software correctly. Paul will keep you right with a profile.

[puds]

thank you both for you reply do any of you know of a good place to get my ink and paper from that wont be shuting down any time soon

[Paul]

sawgrass look like a company that will run for a while