Xerox 490 User Manual
27 October 2008
Xerox
®
490/980
TM
Color
Continuous Feed Printing System
Color Management Guide
Xerox 490/980 Color Continuous Feed Printing System Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1 Color Management Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
CMS Option Tool Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Major Functions of the CMS Option Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
CMS Option Tool Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Prerequisites to setting up CMS Option Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Color Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Color Resource Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Convert CMYK/RGB Black to K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Black Overprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Color Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Pre-Printed Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
2 CMS Option Tool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Introduction to the CMS Option Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Measuring devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Install the CMS Option Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
CMS Option tool tab menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
After the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Cancelling the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Uninstall the CMS Option Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Using the CMS Option Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Create Calibration Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Custom Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Registering Custom Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Custom Ink Characteristic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Paper Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Color Resource Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
3 Prepare for Color Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Recommended Calibration Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Verify Color Calibration Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Copy Color Calibration Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Download ColorPort Utility Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Check for Queue and Imposition Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Check for Existing Imposition Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Check for Existing Queues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
4 Pre-Calibration Engine Density Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Create an Empty Color Resource . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
For Simplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
For Duplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Set Up Imposition Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Import Simplex/Duplex Imposition Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Manipulate the Imported Simplex Imposition File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Manipulate the Imported Duplex Imposition File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Create a New Queue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
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Create a new Simplex Queue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Create a new Duplex Queue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Color Density Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
5 Color Calibration Process for v1.1.6 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Create a TRC File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
For Simplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
For Duplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Regional Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Use ColorPort to Measure Targets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
Create TRC File with TRC Viewer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
For Simplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
For Duplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Import TRC File into PC-UI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
For Simplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
For Duplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Create a New Queue for Calibration Confirmation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
For Simplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
For Duplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Post-Calibration Density Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Apply a Calibration TRC to existing Queues using the User TRC option . . . . . .5-30
For Simplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
For Duplex Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
6 Color Calibration Using ColorPort Utility Software. . . . . . . . .6-1
Color Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Using ColorPort for Color Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
A Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Logical Page Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
Offset Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Logical Page Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Offset Specification and Logical Page Size Explained . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
Calculate Offset Specification and Logical Page Size Values . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3
Table of Offset Specification and Logical Page Size Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
B Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Print Using LPR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
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Color Management
1
Overview
The CMS (Color Management System) Option Tool is an add-on software for the Xerox 490/980
Color Continuous Feed Printing System, and it can be installed on a remote PC. The CMS Option
Tool is the primary tool used when adjusting color on the Xerox 490/980 Color Continuous Feed
Printing System. Color selections and calibrations are performed using the CMS Tool. This
section explains what the CMS Option tool is and how to make color selections for a specified
job on the PC-GUI.
The Xerox 490/980 Color Continuous Feed Printing System produces what is commonly known
in the industry as "Business" or "Transactional Color". This is one way to describe this caliber of
color and where it fits in the market; between that of ink jet products and offset quality. The
machine is also the fastest toner-based production color system available today. Utilizing four
color housings, the machine outputs CMYK at 600dpi, and line screens from 85 to 300 lpi. Color
output of this machine is richer in tone and hue than comparable ink jet systems. The color
gamut is targeted at newsprint-type image quality.
Because the machine uses dry toner, it can print on a wide variety of substrates ranging from 64
gsm to 160 gsm. Paper weights lighter than 64 gsm may also be used subject to satisfactory
testing for suitability. Light weight stocks are typically a problem for ink jet printers because the
ink often causes water saturation, curling, and other issues. Through the use of dry toner and
flash fusing technology, the machine provides a competitive advantage to the customer.
Because of its unique use of strobing xenon lamps, only the toner is heated and no pressure,
heat or contact is made with the substrate itself. Therefore, the customer gains the ability to
use light weight stocks and other special media, such as cards and adhesive labels, without any
of the problems associated with the use of ink jet systems.
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CMS Option Tool Overview
The CMS (Color Management System) optional tool is installed using GUI software added to
the remote PC.
The CMS Option tool has the following features:
• Creating a color conversion table
• Creating a calibration table
You can use the CMS Option Tool to add paper color characteristics and CMYK ink
characteristics. When adding characteristics, the printer will generate a color conversion table.
This table will be used and allow you to specify paper color characteristics or CMYK ink
characteristics. You can add these selections when making job queue settings.
Over the course of time, the printer’s color characteristics are often altered during printing. The
process to correct those color inconsistencies is called calibration. You can create a color
correction table using the CMS Option Tool for calibration. If you have a duplex configuration,
you can perform calibration on both printers.
Major Functions of the CMS Option Tool
The two major functions of the CMS Option tool is to generate calibration and color conversion
tables.
Generating the calibration adjustment tables
• Printing Colorimetry patterns
• Creating calibration data
Generating the color conversion table
• Creating user definition paper data
• Creating user-specified ink characteristics data
• Viewing paper information
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CMS Option Tool Setup
This section describes the setup of the CMS Option Tool. The CMS Option Tool should be
installed on a remote PC where the GUI is also present.
Prerequisites to setting up CMS Option Tool
The following are required before setting up the CMS Option Tool:
• You must be logged in as an Administrator or a user with Administrator privileges.
• Ensure the remote PC being used is connected to the network.
• Resolution of the screen must be set to 1280 x 1024 or greater.
• The remote PC must have at least 300 MB or more of free disk space.
• The GUI software must be able to connect to the Controller.
Color Options
Color options can be selected for an individual job. To view color options for a job, perform the
following:
1. Open Job Management.
2. Select the desired job.
3. Select [Properties].
4. Select the [Color] tab.
Any selections made on this color tab are characteristics of the printed output for the desired
job. If an option is greyed out, it is not selectable.
Color Resource Set
A color resource set is created at the PC-GUI and is used to transmit color characteristics to the
printer for the given job. Options are available in the pull-down menu. Select the System Default
if there is no desired set.
Convert CMYK/RGB Black to K
This option is available for PS/PDF. You can choose whether or not to map the black in an input
color space directly to the black in an output color space.To convert CMYK/RGB Black to K, select
the Color tab of the Properties window. Select the pull-down menu on the Convert CMYK/RGB
Black to K option. The black of the input color space is mapped directly to the black of the
output color space. It is only effective for K 100% or RGB data.
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Black Overprint
This option is available for PS/PDF. You can choose whether or not to overprint on the black
portion of an input color space, without printing the under-color. The Black Overprint option is
available on the Color tab of the Properties window. When this option is selected, the black of
the input color space is overprinted.
This is only effective for PS/PDF data and applies only to characters and graphics, not images.
Color Characteristics
Color characteristics are displayed on the Color tab of the Job Properties window. The window is
divided for Upstream and Downstream printers. The Upstream refers to the first printer,
Downstream is the second printer. If you are using a simplex printer, you will make selections for
only the Upstream printer. If selections are made for a duplex configuration printer, selections
will need to be made for both the Upstream and the Downstream printer. The following
information is pertinent for both Upstream and Downstream printers.
Black & White printing is available in the Color Mode option.
In a Duplex printing mode, both printers must be in the “Not Ready” status before changing to
the Color Mode.
Printer Name
Select the desired printer from the Printer Name pull-down menu.
Print Data
Select the output screen characteristics of the print data. Select the [Setting] button to open
the Color Characteristics Upstream Print Data dialog box.
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Print Mode
Select Color or B/W. (Color is the Default.)
Resource Group Name
The file name of the color resource group can be specified (None is Default.)
User TRC
Setting of the User Toner Reduction Curve (TRC). This is only effective in the Color mode. Select
[Browse] to adjust the TRC.
Simulation
Specify RGB/CMYK color simulation to be performed on the input data. The following options
are available:
•Device
•Ink Simulation
Intent
In the Intent option, specify the way to map the ink simulation from the pull-down menu and
select one of the following:
•Perceptual
•Relative
• Saturation
•Absolute
Color Space
In the Color Space option, specify the color space for ink simulation.
Image Quality
In the Image Quality option, specify the image quality to be used for ink simulation from the
pull-down menu. The following options are available.
•Business Document
•Photo
You cannot specify this for RGB data in PS/PDF.
Perceptual (Default of RGB)
The rendering technique is specified so that compression or expansion will be performed
according to color spaces of the device. This will reproduce all color spaces of the images.
In general, the saturation and lightness will be lowered.
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Relative (Default of CMYK)
After dynamic range compression is done, colors that can not be reproduced will be converted,
lightness will be sustained as much as possible, and saturation will be decreased. This is not
intended for conversion of wide dynamic-ranged images, or high key and low key images.
Saturation
The saturation option is specific for pixels in images. When saturation is changed, it changes
the hue and lightness of an image.
It is not recommended to change this option for photos, but is useful for conversion of graphics
and charts for presentations.
Absolute
The Absolute option allows colors of reproducible areas to be converted correctly. When colors
are converted, lightness is similar to original and saturation will be decreased. For colors in areas
that are not reproduced, halftones will decrease significantly. It is not recommended to choose
this option for conversion of wide dynamic-ranged images, or high key and low key images.
Output Screen Characteristics
The following options can be selected on the Output screen:
• Screen Job: Selects Halftone Dot [Not Selectable]
• Halftone Dot Shape: Circle [Not Selectable]
• Select Frequency: Choose from 80/100/120/150/200/300
Note
PS/PDF must be the same setting in upstream/downstream. It is only selectable on the
upstream system.
Screen Angle: Select C:15
o
M:75o Y:0o K:45o [Not Selectable]
User TRC
When the Browse button of User TRC is selected, the Edit TRC window is displayed. Make any
desired changes on the Edit TRC window.
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Pre-Printed Paper
Select the output screen characteristics of the pre-printed paper. Select the [Setting] button to
open the [Color Characteristics [Upstream] (Print Data)] dialog box.
Custom ink settings
If an ink is to be used that is different than either of the two standard types, it must be
registered as a custom ink.
Calibration data
Calibration data is used to adjust the colors of the printer. After extended use, colors may shift
from desired calibration. When this happens, use calibration data to make adjustments.
Chapter 2 details the CMS Option Tool.
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CMS Option Tool
This chapter details the CMS Option Tool. Operations performed with the CMS Option Tool are
discussed here. For detailed information on Calibration, please see the remaining chapters of
the Color Management Guide.
2
Introduction to the CMS Option Tool
Listed below are the common uses of the CMS Option Tool:
• Print a Colorithmic pattern: Use this option to print a colorithmic pattern to be used for
color conversion.
• Create calibration data: Use this option to create data to be used for calibration.
• Create custom paper settings: Use this option when using a paper type other than the
standard types listed.
• Create custom ink settings: Use this option to create CMYK ink settings to be used other
than the two standard types listed.
• Download Paper Information: Use this option to download paper settings that are
registered in the CMS Option Tool.
• Backup and restore paper information: Use this option to backup and restore paper
settings that are saved in the CMS Option tool.
Measuring devices
The following measuring devices are supported by the Xerox 490/980 Color Continuous Feed
Printing System:
• iCColor
• DTP70
• Eye-One iSis
Although the above measuring devices are supported, it is recommended that you use the XRite Eye-One iSis measuring device with the Xerox 490/980 Color Continuous Feed Printing
System. For instructions in this guide, the X-Rite Eye-One iSis is the measuring device preferred.
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Install the CMS Option Tool
1. Insert the CMS Option Tool CD into the CD-ROM of the remote PC.
2. Double click [setup.exe]. The setup wizard will open.
3. Select [Next].
4. Allow the CMS Option Tool to install in the default location [C:\Program Files\Xerox\CMS
Option Tool], select [Next].
5. Specify a folder name or select the Program Folder where the program icon will be added
and select [Next].
6. Select [Next] again. The installation will begin. When installation is complete, a dialog box
will appear.
7. Select [Finish].To begin using the CMS Option Tool, select the icon on the GUI to open the
CMS Option tool dialog box.The tool will display similar to the following:
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CMS Option tool tab menus
The following tabs are located on the CMS Option Tool window.
•Print Colorimetric Pattern
• Create Calibration Data
•Custom Paper
• Custom Ink Characteristic
• Paper Information
After the installation
When the installation is complete, start the PC-GUI to ensure that the CMS Option Tool
installed properly. The CMS Option Tool button will be displayed on the GUI.
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Cancelling the installation
If you wish to cancel the installation process, select [Cancel]. Select [Ye s] to cancel installation.
Then select [Finish]. The following dialog box will appear.
Uninstall the CMS Option Tool
To uninstall the CMS Option tool, select [Start: Settings: Control Panel] Then select [Add/
Remove Programs] and select the CMS Option Tool. If this is unsuccessful, use the following
instructions to uninstall the CMS Option Tool.
1. Insert the CMS Option Tool CD into the CD-ROM of the remote PC being used.
2. Double-click [setup.exe]. The setup wizard will display.
3. Select [Remove] and select [Next].
4. Select [OK]. The uninstallation will begin.
5. Select [Finish].
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Using the CMS Option Tool
The CMS tool can be used for a variety of tasks. The most common task is printing a
colorimetric pattern to be used for calibration. The following sections explain how to use the
options on the CMS Option tool. Detailed instructions on how to perform calibration can be
found in the later chapters of this guide.
Print Colorimetric Pattern
Use the Print Colorimetric Pattern tab to print a desired colorimetric pattern for use when
performing calibration. Before you print a colorimetric pattern, you may have to login. Doubleclick the [Xerox 980 Color Continuous] and enter your username and password.
The colorimetric pattern print is used to calibrate the printing system. If you have a simplex
configuration, a total of six copies will print of the colorimetric pattern will be printed. Three
copies each of the Error Diffusion and three copies of the Halftone Dot will be printed. The
name of each print will be printed along with the pattern print. If it is a simplex machine, the
word “Upstream” will also be printed.
If you have a duplex configuration, a total of 12 prints will be printed. There will be three prints
for each of the Error Diffusion and the Halftone dot for the Upstream printer and three each of
the downstream printer. The name of the print (Error Diffusion or Halftone Dot) will be printed
at the bottom of each pattern along with the words “Upstream” or “Downstream” to identify
the printer.
Once the patterns are printed, select the best copy of each of the prints. You will need to cut out
one print of each to be used for calibration. It is important when you cut the print that the lead
edge is neatly and evenly trimmed.
How to print a colorimetric pattern
1. Select the CMS Option Tool icon from the PC-GUI.
2. Select the [Print Colorimetric Pattern] tab.
3. Using the options on the window, make the desired selections. It is recommended that you
use the X-Rite Eye-One iSis as your measuring device. For more information on these
selections, refer to the following information in this section for a detailed description of
options.
4. Select [Print].
5. The colorimetric pattern will be printed. A window will appear asking if you wish to
continue. Select [Ye s]. In the following window, select [OK].
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The following explains options available under the [Print Colorimetric Pattern] tab:
Printer Configuration
Simplex/Duplex Make a selection depending on what printer configuration you have.
Select [Simplex] for simplex machines, [Duplex] for duplex configured
machines.
Upstream Printer Name The name of the first printing system is displayed here.
Downstream Printer
Name
Colorimetric Pattern
Note
The following three options are for conversion use with a new paper setting:
[DTP 70] Use this option for color conversion on the DTP70. Select this option when
[iCColor] Use this option for color conversion when using ICCOLOR. Select this
[Eye-One iSis] Use this option for color conversion on the Eye-One iSis. Select this option
Note
The following four options are for calibration use for daily ads:
[DTP 70] Select this when using the DTP70 color measuring device and need a
[ICCOLOR] Select this when using the iCColor color measuring device and need a
The name of the second printer, if you have a duplex configuration.
you are using the DTP70 color measuring device and wish to create a
colorimetric pattern for the color conversion table.
option when you are using the iCColor color measuring device and wish to
create a colorimetric pattern for the color conversion table.
when you are using the Eye-One iSis color measuring device and wish to
create a colorimetric pattern for the color conversion table. This is the
recommended measuring device.
colorimetric pattern for calibration.
colorimetric pattern for calibration.
[Eye-One iSis] Select this when using the Eye-One iSis color measuring device and need a
colorimetric pattern for calibration. This is the recommended measuring
device.
[Print] Select this to print the chosen colorimetric pattern.
Layout files for the colorimetric patterns
The layout files for the colorimetric patterns are stored in the same folder where the CMS
Option Tool is located. The default location is:
C:\Program Files\Xerox\CMS Option Tool\ReferenceFiles
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Selecting a layout file
Each layout file is dependent upon the desired measuring purpose. The layout file chosen will
appear on the printed colorimetric pattern. The following table displays the measuring purpose
and the name of the layout file that should be chosen:
Color Conversion Layout Files
ICCOLOR: iCColor.rnd.xml
Calibration iCColor_up_Calib.rnd_1.xml
iCColor_up_Calib.rnd_2.xml
iCColor_up_Calib.rnd_3.xml
iCColor_dn_Calib.rnd_1.xml
iCColor_dn_Calib.rnd_2.xml
iCColor_dn_Calib.rnd_3.xml
DTP70: DTP70.rnd.xml (all three prints are in one file)
Calibration DTP70_up_Calib.rnd_1.xml
DTP70_up_Calib.rnd_2.xml
DTP70_up_Calib.rnd_3.xml
DTP70_dn_Calib.rnd_1.xml
DTP70_dn_Calib.rnd_2.xml
DTP70_dn_Calib.rnd_3.xml
Eye-One iSis: EyeOneiSis.rnd.xml
Calibration EyeOneiSis_up_Calib.rnd_1.xml
EyeOneiSis_up_Calib.rnd_2.xml
EyeOneiSis_up_Calib.rnd_3.xml
EyeOneiSis_dn_Calib.rnd_1.xml
EyeOneiSis_dn_Calib.rnd_2.xml
EyeOneiSis_dn_Calib.rnd_3.xml
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Create Calibration Data
Use the Create Calibration Data tab to create a table to be used for calibration. This table is
generated based on measured colorimetric data. Select [Resource Set at Destination] to send
color resources to the printer.
How to Create Calibration Data
1. Select the CMS Option Tool icon from the PC-GUI.
2. Select the [Create Calibration Data] tab.
3. Select the Paper Name from the pull-down menu.
4. Select the desired data file for the printer(s). When selecting the data file for Halftone Dot,
the file will be *.ht. When selecting the data file for Error Diffusion, the file will be *.ed.
Select the first file for each.
5. Select the Resource and set at destination or leave as System Default.
6. Select [Execute].
For a detailed description of options on these selections, refer to the information in the
following section.
Select the paper type
All standard and registered types of paper will be listed. Select a paper type from this option.
Plain paper and Special paper are considered standard. All other paper types must be registered
through the Custom Paper option.
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Specify data file
Use this option to select a data file to be applied to the desired printer. If you are using a duplex
configuration, the first printer is referred to as [Upstream], the second printer is referred to as
[Downstream].
Use the following information to select the correct data file.
Upstream printer
• For Halftone Dot: Select [Browse] to specify the halftone dot data for the printer. The file
will be named *.ht
•For Error Diffusion: Select [Browse] to specify the error diffusion data for the printer. The
file will be named *.ed
Downstream Printer
• For Halftone Dot: Select [Browse] to specify the halftone dot data for the printer. The file
will be named *.ht
•For Error Diffusion: Select [Browse] to specify the error diffusion data for the printer. The
file will be named *.ed
Resource set at destination
Select the desired resource to be used as a color resource when downloaded for printing.
Execute
Select this option to generate calibration data.
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Custom Paper
Use the Custom Paper tab to create a color conversion table to be used for custom paper. This
table is based on measured colorimetric values from the data file. A color conversion table can
also be created for halftone dot and error diffusion. When [Resource Set at Destination] is
selected, color resources for a custom paper are sent to the printer. When you create a custom
paper, you must make the following selections:
Paper Name
Select a paper name from the pull-down list or enter a new name for the custom paper to be
used.
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Specify data file
Use this option to select a data file to be applied to the desired printer. If you are using a duplex
configuration, the first printer is referred to as [Upstream], the second printer is referred to as
[Downstream].
Use the following information to select the correct data file.
Upstream printer
• For Halftone Dot: Select [Browse] to specify the halftone dot data for the printer.
•For Error Diffusion: Select [Browse] to specify the error diffusion data for the printer.
Downstream Printer
• For Halftone Dot: Select [Browse] to specify the halftone dot data for the printer.
•For Error Diffusion: Select [Browse] to specify the error diffusion data for the printer.
Colorimetric value data for sides
Use this option to choose if the same data file will be used for Upstream and Downstream. If
different data files should be applied, select the check box.
Select CMYK
The selected CMYK ink attributes are registered and used to create a color conversion table for
the selected custom paper.
Download paper information
Use this option to download the paper information to the printer.
Resource Set at Destination of Downloading
Select this option if you choose to allow the resources to be set at the download destination.
Execute
Select this option to generate a color conversion table for the custom paper.
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Registering Custom Paper
To register custom paper:
1. Enter the Paper Setting. Set Paper Length to 18 inches.
2. Select a colorimetric pattern for color conversion. For color conversion, use Eye-One iSis.
3. The colorimetric pattern will be printed for color conversion. Select [Print] and then select
[OK].
4. Select [OK] in the CMS Option Tool window.
5. Cut out the pattern along the dotted line. Halftone Dot, Error Diffusion, and Upstream/
Downstream. Lead edge black bar and left edge are critical.
6. Measure the patterns using the Eye-One iSis.
a. Connect to the Eye-One iSis and switch on the power.
b. Select [Start/Programs/X-Rite/ColorPort/ColorPort1.5.3/ColorPort 1.5.3].
c. Select [Measure Target] tab.
d. Select [EyeOneiSis.rnd] under Target.
e. Select [X-Rite Eye-One iSis] under Measurement Device.
f. Select [Connect].
g. Select [No Filter].
h. Insert the Halftone Dot pattern, and select [Close].
i. Select [OK] when measurement is successful.
j. Select [Save Data...].
k. Select [CGATS] then select [Save].
l. Save the file as eyeoneisis_up_ht.txt in the My Documents directory.
m. Select [Clear Data...].
n. Repeat the previous steps for Error Diffusion pattern.
o. Save file as eyeoneisis_up_ed.txt.
7. In the CMS Option Tool window, select the [Custom Paper] tab.
8. Enter the Media name in the “Enter or select the paper name” field.
9. Browse to the data files that you have created, under “Specify a measured value data file.”
There is a data file for Upstream and a data file for Downstream.
10. Select [T01] in the “Select the CMYK ink characteristic” drop down menu. T01 is General
printing and T02 is for Newspapers.
11. Select [Download the paper information to the printer].
12. Select [OK] in the CMS Option Tool window.
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Custom Ink Characteristic
Use the Custom Ink Characteristic tab to specify information for a new custom ink.
If you specify the International Color Consortium (ICC) profile and paper to be used, you can
create a color conversion table for converting CMYK specifics in the profile to the printer.
How to Create Custom Ink Characteristic
1. Select the CMS Option Tool icon from the PC-GUI.
2. Select the [Custom Ink Characteristic] tab.
3. Enter the name of the CMYK ink characteristic.
4. Select [Browse] to specify the ICC profile name that indicated the CMYK ink characteristic.
5. Select one or more paper types to add to the CMYK ink characteristic registration in the
Specify Paper section.
6. Select the check box to allow you to select the resources when downloaded in the
Download paper information section.
7. Select [Execute]. Selecting the execute button will generate a color conversion table. If
resources are to be set at destination, then color resources are downloaded to the printer.
Paper Information
Use the Paper Information window to view and make changes to saved paper settings.
How to view Paper Information
1. Select the CMS Option Tool icon from the PC-GUI.
2. Select the [Paper Information] tab.
3. A majority of this window is read-only. The following information explains in detail the
options available on this window.
Paper name
The paper names specified in Custom Paper are displayed. There are two generally supported
papers also listed, plain and special. All paper types are listed here.
Printer name
The printer names that are registered in the GUI are displayed here. You can change the name
in the Properties dialog box.
CMYK ink characteristics
The registered ink characteristics are listed here.
Measurement time
All data from each color measurement is generated and these dates are listed here.
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Comment
Any registered comments are listed in the properties of paper information.
Download Paper Information
Paper information can be downloaded to the printer. Select the paper information from the list
and select [Download]. A confirmation window will appear, select [Yes ] to proceed. The color
resource of the selected paper information will download and be sent to the printer.
You can download paper information with calibration data to the printer. This data is generated
using previously generated calibration files and color measurement data. This data is specific to
the paper that is selected in the paper information list.
Select the check box and select a resource to be used when downloaded. Select any paper
information and then select [Download].
Change Paper Properties
To display the properties of a paper registered in the CMS Option tool, select [Properties]. The
window that displays is available to edit. The following options are available to change.
Paper name
The paper name displays.
Printer name
The printer name that has been registered on the GUI is displayed. The printer name can be
changed.
Standard/Custom paper
The paper name of either the standard or custom paper is displayed here.
Measurement time
All data from each color measurement is generated and these dates are listed here.
Resource creation time
The date and time when a color resource file has been created will be displayed.
Calibration On/Off
If calibration data is enabled or disabled, it will be displayed here.
Calibration mode
The calibration mode will be displayed here depending on if the configuration is for simplex or
duplex.
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CMYK ink characteristics
The registered ink characteristics are listed here. If you wish to rename or delete a
characteristic, right-click on the specific characteristic. Printer defaults cannot be renamed or
deleted.
Ink name
The ink names are listed here.
ICC Profile
The ICC profile names that are specified in the Custom Ink Characteristics are listed here.
Comment
Any additional paper information, or other information that is necessary can be added in the
Comment field. Any information in the comment field will be displayed in the Custom Ink
Characteristics list.
Save
All paper information that has been changed will be saved when this option is selected. All
previously saved information will be lost.
Save As
Paper information will be saved as a name that you specify.
Close
This option will close the Paper Properties window.
Delete Paper information
Paper information can be deleted from the paper information list. To delete paper information,
select the desired item and select [Delete]. A confirmation window will appear. Select [Yes] to
delete the color resource of the paper information. Select [No] to cancel this operation.
Backup paper information
Paper information can be backed up to a disk. Information such as the user-defined paper
information and CMYK ink characteristics and ICC Profile can be saved.
When you select to backup this information, a directory is automatically generated with the
following name:
CMSProfilesYYYYMMDDhhmm
Select [Backup] and a confirmation window will appear. Select [Save to] and enter a directory
where the information will be saved. Select [OK] and a confirmation window will appear.
Select [Ye s] to backup the paper information into the desired directory. Select [No] to cancel
this option.
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Restore of paper information
Paper information can be restored if it was backed up. If this option is selected, it will overwrite
the current information.
Select [Restore] and a confirmation window will appear. Select [Save to] and enter a directory
where the information will be saved. Select [OK] and a confirmation window will appear.
Color Resource Management
The Color Resource Management provides functions to create, edit, take out and delete color
resource files, as well as functions to copy between resources. It is also possible to create, copy,
rename, and delete resource sets.
1. Open Resource Management.
2. Select [Color Resource].
3. Select the Media Directory, select [Local PC].
4. On the left side, open the following path: [C:\Program Files\CF_CMS Tool\Printer Profiles]
5. On the right side:
a. Highlight [HPA_PRINTER1.cntl].
b. Right click and select [Import].
c. Select [HPA_980] and select [OK].
d. A popup window will appear asking if you wish to overwrite the file, select [Ye s].
6. On the left side:
a. Highlight [HPA_Printer2.cntl].
b. Right click and select [Import].
c. Select [HPA_980] and select [OK].
d. A pop-up window will appear asking if you wish to overwrite the file, select [Yes ].
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3
Calibration
This chapter discusses what needs to be done before the procedures in the remaining chapters
of the Color Management Guide are performed. A method of determining if you are able to skip
the
Set Up Imposition Files and Create a New Queue sections of Chapter 4 is also provided.
It is important to follow the sections of this chapter in order.
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Recommended Calibration Conditions
This section describes the recommended conditions for performing the pre-calibration and color
calibration procedures in the following chapters.
1. The printer should be properly maintained in accordance with supplied Xerox
documentation.
2. The paper stock used to perform the pre-calibration and color calibration should be the
same paper stock used for jobs that will be submitted after the pre-calibration and color
calibration have been successfully performed.
Note
The lamp specification given in the following condition is only a recommendation, not a
requirement.
D50 Ra=99, Color rendering AAA, 5000K Extra neutral white fluorescent bulb.
3. The printer is located in an environment comparable to the B-Zone of the table below:
Environmental Zone Temp. Range Rel. Humidity Range Comments
B-Zone 59° F to 86° F
15° C to 30° C
C-Zone 50° F to 82° F
15° C to 27° C
A-Zone 59° F to 90° F
15° C to 32°
30% to 65% RH The 490/980 CCF
Printing System will
deliver optimal
performance in this
zone.
65% - 85% RH The 490/980 CCF
Printing System will
deliver degraded
performance in this
zone.
15% to 30% The 490/980 CCF
Printing System will
deliver degraded
performance in this
zone.
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