Print button low resolution (72dpi) prints and PDFs

Hello,
When I printed single pages from an Aperture book using the 'Print..' button the prints look rather soft. For the prints, this is not much of a problem (just proofing), but I'm having the same problem when I print a book to PDF (or JPEG) that I want to ship for final printing.
I have fiddled with the automator scripts behind this to increase the dpi but this seems artificial: The output images get a higher dpi but when zoomed in are still just as soft. My conclusion is that Aperture generates a fixed low (72dpi) output using the book print option.
Is there a way to have Aperture output custom book sizes at a better resolution (200-300 dpi)? Preferably PDF-X.
I'm generation custom books sizes, so taking the PDF for ordering an Apple book is not an option.
Apple calls Aperture a pro application so I think this should be possible and I do like the integrated workflow and book options.
Anbody?
Thanks in advance,
Jan
Message was edited by: JanN13: typo

have you tried this Apple recommended method of producing the PDF?
Previewing a book order in Aperture 1.5 or later
Open Aperture.
Click the Buy Book button.
Select your order settings (quantity desired, Apple ID account information, shipping information, and any coupons).
Click the Buy Now button.
Aperture will begin assembling the book. This may take several minutes depending on the size of your book.
When the assembly is complete, you will see a "Book Assembled" alert message.
Click "Reveal In Finder", then open (double-click) the PDF file to preview your order.
Note: If you are using Aperture 2 and preview a hardcover book, the first page of the PDF is the wrap-around dust jacket for your book, and the second page is the text that will be embossed in foil lettering on the hard cover of your book.
After previewing the book, go back to Aperture. If you decide to continue with the order, click Place Order. If you decide not to order the book at this time, click Cancel Order.
LN

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