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Hi GTurner, Scattered proofs can be created using the QuickProof option of Apogee Prepress (as of v 6) . QuickProof is very easy and convenient way of dragging pages (as you select them) from the Runlist/Pagestore or the result tab (imposed or not) on to the proofer that you want to use for...

Indeed, although it's possible to create a flow like this, the apply colorsettings action list is meant for export flows (only) see the txt file that is bundled with the action list. Apparently the warning that should be given when a flow like that is processed is not enabled.

Hi all, Apogee can honor the # Output Intents of multiple PDF's in one job, but only in the PDFRender CMS operation called "Press Repurposing". This application is not possible with "apply color settings" of the Apogee Preflight TP. Press Repurposing is licensed through the Apogee Color Quality...

Try Agfa Redirect

Advanced CMM = Agfa CMM Advanced CMM = Agfa CMM The advanced CMM is simply a check box to use the Agfa CMM for the color conversions. There is no special license required to use this checkbox and it does not relate to the usage of device link profiles directly. When disabled a standard ICC...

when loading the media you can disable the automatic cutting, simply by selecting the role mode on the control panel of the printer. However you would still end up with a complete wasted role ... but at least not as sheets. I presume that in your network someone has installed a printer queue...

It depends on the printting technology. If it's coldset Offset and you sure it's not one the papertypes, then the base standard is IS2846-2,-2007, if its sheetfed offset or heatset web then it's 2846-1 2006. Both describe a procedure to define the optimal inklayer thickness on a refrence...

some maths some maths Digital Prepress trapping is to overcome registration issues, If all press would would perfectly register, trapping would not be necessary, so when you want to define a value for your trapping, you should know what your press (as a system) is capable of. tolerances and...

Totally right ! If the press prints to the numbers, the proof simply needs to print to the same numbers.

ISO12647-2 states Lab values for the different papertypes (independent fro, line screening rulings) as well as TVI (dotgain) per papertype and for 3 # screenings. All for the offset "commercial print" market. When the Lab values are correct (inklayer thickness is optimal) then TVI can be...

In deed a easy question with not such an easy answer: a few bullets points: - Stick to the ISO standards ! - define the optimal Inklayer thickness (through Lab measurements) - create the curves (on linear plates preferably) - Check whether the output complies to one of the standard dataset...

Just stick to the ISO curves, depending on the papertype Consult ISO12647-2-2004 (+ Amm1 2007). For PT1 (coated) curve A for CMY= 14% (50%) and B for K = 17%. I advise to hire a certified color consultant for generating curves , as it involves much more then just measuring a few patches !

Be sure to evaluate in good stable light conditions (preferably the same illuminant as the one used in your press (source) profile. Although recent printer/media combinations have improved drying characteristics, there is still a time frame in which you should not judge colors too critical...

I presume he means apparent trapping of the inks. Since the pre-press trapping is not something you "expect" , nor is it something you measure on an offset press. Traditional values can be found in the png below : measured with Status T and calculated with Preucil formula. Trapping is not...

Color subway system Color subway system Looks like subway map .. take care not loose track :)