Roland COLORCHOICE user manual Illustrator 8 Windows, PageMaker 6.5 Windows

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Illustrator 8 [Windows]

The Kodak Color Management System must be installed to output successfully from Illustrator 8 to Roland COLORCHOICE Software.

1.From the Roland COLORCHOICE Print Monitor click Setup>Setup Properties. Then click the Print tab.

2.Make sure the Perform Color Correction check box has a check in it.

3.Click OK in the Setup Properties dialog.

4.In Illustrator, go to File>Document Setup.

5.Select ‘Use printers default screen.’

6.Select ‘Use Print Setup’.

7.Click the Print Setup button. Print Setup screen appears.

8.Select your printer in the Name field.

9.Click the Properties button.

10.Choose a paper size from the ‘Paper’ field or select a Custom page for a custom page size.

11.If you choose a custom page size, you may enter the custom size by clicking the Custom button and entering the width and height.

12.If you choose custom page, click OK to Custom Defined Size dialog.

13.Click OK in the Properties dialog.

14.Click OK in the Print Setup dialog.

15.Click OK in the Document Setup dialog.

16.If you want your monitor to soft-proof CMYK output, go to File>Color Settings and check ‘Simulate print colors on display’.

17.Go to File>Print.

18.If not dimmed, set Output to Composite.

19.Set PostScript to Level 3.

20.Check Force Fonts to Download.

21.Click OK to print.

PageMaker 6.5 [Windows]

These directions assume that you have Kodak ICC Color Management installed.

Before starting PageMaker, copy your printers’ PPD files to PM65\RSRC\USENGLSH\PPD4 directory. The PPDs can be found on your installation CD in the ‘Ppd’ folder.

1.From the Roland COLORCHOICE Print Monitor click Setup>Setup Properties. Then click the Print tab.

2.Make sure the Perform Color Correction checkbox has a check in it.

3.In the ICC input profile area, select appropriate CMYK and RGB profiles. If you know which profiles your application is using, select that profile. If you don’t, use the default settings.

4.For the ICC output profile, select the appropriate ink/media combination. Also select a rendering intent to use. Click the Info button to see a full description of the selected profile.

5.Click OK to Setup Properties.

6.In PageMaker go to File>Document Setup.

7.From the Page size field select your paper size or choose Custom for a custom page size.

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Contents USER’S Manual Getting Started Setup Properties Advanced Printing Procedures Macintosh Welcome System Requirements WindowsMinimum Recommended System Requirements Macintosh Setting Up the Roland Colorchoice Windows 95/Windows 98 InstallationInstalling AdobePS Driver for Windows 95/98 Supported printersBefore using Roland Colorchoice Windows NT InstallationWindows 2000 Installation Installing AdobePS Driver for Windows NTClick Finished Uninstalling the Software Windows 95/98 Uninstalling the Software Windows NT/2000 Macintosh InstallationInstalling AdobePS Driver for a Macintosh Creating a Desktop Printer Uninstalling the Software MacintoshGetting Started Using the RIP SoftwareWindows MacintoshPage File Menu MenusEdit Menu View Menu Setup MenuPrinting Printing from a Client on your Network Setup Properties General Tab Setup PropertiesSetup Name ManufacturerSetup Properties Ports Tab only Macintosh CPI/PCI Card USB-PIAPrint Mode Setup Properties Print TabMedia Driver OptionsDriver Options ColorCAMM ICC input profile Perform Color CorrectionICC output profile Setup Properties Cut Tab Camm JET/ColorCAMM Color Tab Communications Tab only WindowsCutter Driver Options ColorCAMM Cut MediaJob Properties Preview ModeJob Properties General Tab SizeCopies Job Properties Print TabLayout After OutputWorking with density curves Density Adjustment Hi-Fi JET/CAMM JETAdvanced Printing Procedures Windows CorelDRAW 8 WindowsCorelDRAW 7 Windows PageMaker 6.5 Windows Illustrator 8 WindowsPhotoshop 4 Windows Photoshop 5 Windows Adobe Illustrator 8 Windows QuarkXPress 4 Windows FreeHand 8 WindowsPageMaker 6.5 Windows Advanced Printing Procedures Macintosh Illustrator 8.0 MacintoshPageMaker 6.5 Macintosh Photoshop 4.0 Macintosh QuarkXPress 3.32 Macintosh Photoshop 5.0 MacintoshQuarkXPress 4.04 Macintosh FreeHand 8 Macintosh Adobe Illustrator 8 MacintoshQuarkXPress 4 Macintosh Copyright 2000 by Scanvec Amiable License Agreement

COLORCHOICE specifications

Roland COLORCHOICE is a revolutionary color management technology designed to enhance the color accuracy and consistency of digital printing processes across various applications. As an industry leader in printing solutions, Roland has developed COLORCHOICE to address the growing demand for precision in color reproduction, especially in sectors such as signage, textiles, and promotional goods.

One of the main features of COLORCHOICE is its innovative color matching system. Utilizing advanced algorithms, COLORCHOICE can analyze and adjust colors to ensure they are reproduced accurately across different substrates and printers. This capability is crucial for businesses that require uniformity in branding and visual identity, allowing them to maintain a consistent look across their product line.

Another significant aspect of COLORCHOICE is its support for a wide spectrum of color profiles. By offering a comprehensive library of color standards, COLORCHOICE empowers users to easily select the appropriate color modes for their projects. This feature is beneficial for designers and print service providers who often work with diverse color requirements and need to ensure fidelity to specific color schemes, such as Pantone colors.

The technology behind COLORCHOICE is rooted in precision engineering and extensive research. Roland integrates state-of-the-art spectrophotometers, which measure the color of printed materials and provide real-time feedback for adjustments. This continuous monitoring ensures that the printed output closely matches the digital design, minimizing discrepancies that can arise from different printing techniques or materials.

Furthermore, COLORCHOICE is user-friendly, equipped with an intuitive interface that allows print professionals to customize their color settings easily. This accessibility ensures that even less experienced users can harness the full potential of the technology without extensive training.

Additionally, COLORCHOICE is optimized for a quick turnaround, making it ideal for businesses in fast-paced environments. Its efficiency reduces downtime and streamlines workflows, allowing companies to respond swiftly to customer demands.

In conclusion, Roland COLORCHOICE stands out as a robust solution for achieving exceptional color performance in digital printing. With its advanced color matching capabilities, extensive palette of color profiles, precision measurement tools, and user-friendly interface, COLORCHOICE empowers businesses across various industries to elevate their printing quality and enhance brand visibility. Whether for large-scale production or custom projects, COLORCHOICE brings a new level of reliability and accuracy to color management in the digital printing realm.