Re: Remote Proofing
>But how can you be sure that what the client is seeing on their end is the same as what you are seeing. Aren't there several variables that can affect the proof output, ie: ink/toner levels, room temperature, stock/paper, etc?
The important thing here is to ensure colorimetric output after the printer is installed at the client site. As I mentioned, our remote proofers are calibrated regularly (we do this by having charts shipped back to us for measreument, but if the client site has the software, it can be done onsite, or if you have a fancy HP Z series printer, calibration can be done automatically with the right software).
Beyond that, it doesn't hurt to invest in proof verification software that would allow measurement of the proof to compare to a standard. This requires a little bit of participation from the client site...unless again, you have an on board spectro.
>Thats the problem with good remote proofing. Fine if both ends have viewing booths with D50 lamps but more than likely they haven't.
Yep, but this is not just limited to remote proofing. Any proofs that are shipped out fall under this limitation as well. Some clients understand this and have invested invested in viewing booths. Others don't understand this, or won't invest the money, and they should be made aware of the limitations. Of course, an inexpensive viewing booth could easily be incorporated into a remote proofing site...if its critical color, I would mandate it.