Kodak 4F3698, VERSION 4.0 manual Results Are Not as Expected

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To make use of all the Display Manager System features, make sure that you are using a VGA monitor cable with all the pins in position.

The environment might not have been dark enough. Repeat the calibration and characterization with a dark cloth covering the monitor.

The sensor, if it has suction cups, might have fallen off during the process. Repeat the process making sure that the sensor is firmly attached.

Make sure that the Dark Gain Correction of the sensor is performed correctly.

Make sure that your monitor color quality is set to the highest possible value (at least 16 bits).

Make sure to warm up the monitor for a least one hour before using the Display Manager System.

Make sure that the screen saver and power save mode do not come on during the process.

Set your screen resolution to at least 1280 x 1024.

If using an HD/SD display or digital projector, use the Manual Characterization Assistant to accurately profile the display. See “Manual Characterization” on page 42.

Input all data available for your specific process. See “Setting the Options” on page 22.

Your scanner or recorder might be out of calibration.

Characterize and Verify Controls Are Not Visible on LINUX System

Configure your panel (taskbar) to allow other windows to appear above. Or set your panel to autohide.

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Contents Display Manager System User Guide Page Display Manager System USER’S Guide Page AB O U T T H I S BO O K Page TA B L E O F CO N T E N T S Calibration Verifying Appendix C Regulatory Information T RO D U C T I O N Print Film Edition Types of LicensesSystem Edition Calibration How it WorksCharacterization Verification Viewing and Customizing a LookMain Window Supported Displays Enable Cable USB Cable ECCSupported Hardware Generic Monitor SupportWindows MAC OS Irix OS Linux OS Supported SensorsGetting Help Windows and Macintosh Operating System Installation Install the SoftwareTo install on a Windows or Macintosh Operating System To install on a Linux system Irix InstallationLinux Installation To install on an Irix systemConnect the Hardware Rite Sensors To connect the enable cableTo position the sensor during calibration Rite Monitor Optimizer DTP92+EK To connect the sensor Do not apply a cleanser to the suction cupSequel Chroma 4/C USB Sensor for CRT Monitors Sequel SensorsSequel Chroma 4/L USB Sensor Sequel Chroma 4/C Serial Sensor for CRT Monitors Click Type and select PhotoResearch PR-650 Go to Options SetupClick Type and select Minolta CS-100A To purchase a license Obtain Your LicenseManager System/Licenses Renewing Your License Open the Display Manager SystemPreparing the Viewing Environment and Monitor Be FO R E CA L I B R a T I N GSetting the Options Projector Aim Print Film Calibration SetupDisplay Automatic Calibration Display AimDark Patch Video Calibration SetupAim Settings White PatchUse Video Calibration Settings Sensor SetupTolerances Setup Display SetupDirectories Setup Timing SetupTo create a customized .ini file Saving and Loading SettingsTo load a customized .ini file Go to File Load Settings To save all settings at once Go to File Save SettingsAutomatic Calibration CA L I B R a T I O NTo automatically calibrate a monitor Calibration ProcedureIf you are prompted to perform a Dark Gain Correction L i b r a t i o n L i b r a t i o n To evaluate your monitor Monitor EvaluationTo manually calibrate a monitor or HD/SD display Manual CalibrationL i b r a t i o n Click Measure Once or Measure Continuous Click Measure PrimariesProceed to Characterization on Page Automatic Characterization CH a R a C T E R I Z a T I O NTo automatically characterize your monitor A r a c t e r i z a t i o n If characterization failed, see Characterization Failure on Manual Characterization To manually characterize When you are finished, click File Save Characterization File Shortcut Keys for the Assistant Editing a Characterization TableTask Page Opening the Viewer VI E W I N G a N D CU S T O M I Z I N G LO O K STo open the Viewer Global Options Using the ViewerTo Quick Verify Chart with the results is displayed E w i n g a n d C u s t o m i z i n g L o o k s Playback Controls Pop-up Options Toolbar InformationTask Key Viewer Shortcut KeysTo create a print film look Creating a Print Film LookTo create a video look Creating a Video LookLoading an Image Advanced Options Framing SettingsMode Description Gamut Remap SettingsSurround Compensation Transform Bit DepthExample file neutral-based compensation Recorder CompensationOn the Advanced tab, click Recorder Compensation Example file neutral- and color-based compensationTransform Rescale To verify monitor setup Verifying the Monitor SetupVE R I F Y I N G Verification window opens when the correction is complete Data verify To verify the print film look Verifying the Print Film LookVerification window opens when the correction is complete Ve r i f y i n g Verification Logs VerifySetupResults or VerifyPrintFilmResultsMonitor Setup Verification Log TRO U B L E S H O O T I N G Calibration Failure Verification Failure Characterization FailureDark Gain Correction Failure Sensor Needs to be Replaced Sensor Does Not Adhere to ScreenUSB Device Is Not Recognized Sensor Fails to InitializeLicense Has Expired Enable Cable Does Not Recognize the MonitorLicense File Does Not Work Calibrate Icon Is Not Available Unable to Load an ImageUnable to Load a Transform Unable to Build or Export a TransformImage Does Not Appear in the Viewer Problem with the .ini FileClick the Troubleshooting tab Results Are Not as Expected Go to Tools Internet Options Super Bright Capable Display will not CalibrateHelp System Does Not Work Properly Internet ExplorerGo to Edit Preferences NetscapePage Windows Operating System Minimum Requirements AP P E N D I X a SY S T E M RE Q U I R E M E N T SMAC OS Minimum Requirements Linux Operating System Minimum Requirements Irix Operating System Minimum RequirementsAdditional Software and Hardware Page Display Manager System Shortcut Keys AP P E N D I X B SH O R T C U T KEY SViewer Shortcut Keys Manual Characterization Assistant Shortcut KeysAP P E N D I X C RE G U L a T O R Y in FO R M a T I O N EU Weee Color gamut See gamut GL O S S a R YEnable cable TemperatureOptions Setup window Display modeSPD See projector SPD AssistantVISION2 HD System See Kodak VISION2 HD System Numerics D EXGain Macintosh Verification Rite Page Page Eastman Kodak Company, 2005. 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VERSION 4.0, 4F3698 specifications

Kodak 4F3698, VERSION 4.0, is a cutting-edge imaging technology designed specifically for advanced photographic applications, primarily in professional and commercial settings. This latest version builds on Kodak's long-standing reputation for excellence in imaging solutions, incorporating a number of significant enhancements that cater to the evolving demands of photographers and imaging specialists.

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