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Demonstration data for Print and Curve Inspectors
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G7® sample data G7® based analysis/curve generation (Virtual Print Run) |
Set of sample measurements collected from various output devices, initial curves for curve generation from production. If you are a novice and have don't have data - download sample set here. |  |
| ISO sample data European print conditions and TVI based calibration |
Set of sample measurements collected from various output devices, initial curves for curve generation from production.If you are a novice and have don't have data - download sample set here. | |
Control Strips for Print Inspector:
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| G7 Calibration / QC / Process Control | |||
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Multipurpose control strip for any printing technology. |
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| CC-84 3R
1,5-7 mm aperture |
Multipurpose control strip for any printing technology. G7 calibration! Three-row versions (patch size: 4x6mm, 8x12mm) |
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1,5-7 mm aperture |
Multipurpose control strip for any printing technology. G7 calibration! Two-row version (patch size: 7,1x12mm) |
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| Minimal control strips / Assessing a Press without dedicated press run | |||
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1,5-7 mm aperture |
Minimal control strip dedicated to G7 audits and production monitoring directly from production. (7 sizes, TIFF and PDF) | |
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1,5-7 mm aperture |
Minimal control strip dedicated to G7 audits and production monitoring directly from production. | |
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| Min TVI 40-80
1,5-7 mm aperture |
Minimal control strip dedicated to TVI audits and production monitoring directly from production. | |
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TVI Calibration Color Bars |
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TVI-06 1,5-7 mm aperture |
Small size control strip for TVI calibration for offset presses Based on 6 patches. |
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TVI-11 1R 1,5-7 mm aperture |
Control strip for TVI calibration for offset presses Based on 11 points - single row version |
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TVI-11 2R 1,5-7 mm aperture |
Control strip for TVI calibration for offset presses Based on 11 points - double-row version |
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TVI-11 3R 1,5-7 mm aperture |
Control strip for TVI calibration for offset presses Based on 11 points - triple-row version |
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TVI-21 1R 1,5-7 mm aperture |
Extended control strip for TVI calibration for offset presses Based on 21 points - single-row version |
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TVI-21 2R 1,5-7 mm aperture |
Extended control strip for TVI calibration for offset presses Based on 21 points - double-row version |
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TVI-21 3R 1,5-7 mm aperture |
Extended control strip for TVI calibration for offset presses Based on 21 points - triple-row version |
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| G7 Qualification - NOT OFFICIAL, modified version with improved accuracy | |||
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G7 Qualification Strip scrambled (recommended) |
Scrambled version of G7 qualification strip with additional patches to get more accurate results ( This is not official Idealliance version) | |
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| G7 Qualification Strip visual (separation bars) |
Visual version of G7 qualification strip with additional patches. | |
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| Variation Test Forms coming soon) | |||
| VI-816
FD-9 version |
Variation tests - Konica Minolta FD-9 version | |
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| VI-816
iSis version |
Variation tests - X-Rite iSis version | |
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VI-816 i1iO version |
Variation tests - X-Rite i1iO version - divided into two pages. Second half is rotated 180° (user do not need to cut printout) | ||
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VI-816 handheld's version (i1Pro 2) |
Variation tests - handheld (e.g. i1Pro 2) version with separation bars | ||
| Advanced G7® Calibration | |||
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P2P-312 scrambled |
Extended G7 calibration test form. Based on P2P contains additional patches to improve accuracy.(top level only) | |
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Patch size should be 2 mm larger than Instrument aperture. Select size patch according to your instrument requirements. If using a scanning device patch width should be double the instrument aperture. It is recommended to use high contrast technology instead of separation bars.
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– Target definition (CGATS .txt) |
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– printable Control Strip |
i1 Profiler Measure Reference Charts for Print Inspector
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| i1 Pro 1&2 , i1iO | |
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| G7 Qualification strip scrambled (non-official!) | i1 Pro 1&2 , i1iO | |
| Min G7 — 8x8mm | i1 Pro 1&2 , i1iO | |
| TVI-21 3R — 7,5x10 mm | i1 Pro 1&2 , i1iO | |
In X-Rite i1 Profiler (demo or comercial version) in advanced mode go to CMYK Printer section, select Measure Reference Chart, next load controlstrip related .rmfx file.
Alwan Print Verifier Job Templates for Print Inspector
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| Single line version (e.g. eXact) | |
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| 3-row version ( i1Pro, eXact and other instruments) | |
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| Min G7 | universal template for all supported instruments | |
basiccolor Catch Job Templates for Print Inspector
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All instruments | |
basICColor Catch XML for Print Inspector
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CC-84 3R |
Catch XML files allows user to build a Job Template for any instrument supported by basICColor Catch.
Instrument Inspector Harmonizer H-100 Target
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| Standard version for most handheld instruments - various sizes included. | |
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| H-100 iSis | Special version with two additional columns - dedicated for X-Rite iSis, but easy to scan with i1Pro or other handheld instruments | |
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| H-100 Barbieri | Special version – dedicated for Barbieri Instruments, but easy to scan with i1Pro and other handheld instruments | |
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| H-100 Single Row | Single Row version dedicated for instruments like X-Rite® eXact Scan, Intellitrax or others like Techkon SpectraDrive | |
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| H-100 Extra Large | Standard layout with extra big patches (20x20mm) for spot mode - dedicated for benchtops, colorimeters, and large aperture devices. | |
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Note: CGATS Target definitions are CMYK only while PDF is based on both CMYK and Lab spaces! This is made intentionally to dynamically adopt Target to current device's print conditions. We strongly recommend using PDF for printing.
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– Target definition (CGATS .txt) |
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– PDF/X-4 file - printable Target (CMYK + Lab spaces) |
Other Instrument Inspector Target definitions
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| ChromaChecker Physical Targets: | |||
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X-42, B-42 |
Basic Layout of 42 key patches in a vertical position. This is a core set of X-42, B-42 patches (6x7 grid) | |
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| X-42 all patches (42 + 22) |
Full patch list with all additional black or white control patches (all additional patches will be finally ignored) | |
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| X-42 rotated key patches only (42) |
Basic version rotated to a horizontal position - handy for most hand-held devices working in the scan mode. | |
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B-42 all patches (42+6) |
Patch grid dedicated for Barbieri instruments - additional 6 white patches (top row) will be ignored. | |
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I-42 key patches only (42) |
key patches of I-42 (recommended when working in the spot measurement mode) | |
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| I-42 all patches (42+4) |
Full Patch list of I-42, starting CMYK patches required for some instruments will be finally ignored. | |
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| Ceramic CL-36 | ChromaChecker/ LUCIDEON CL-36 is an enhanced set of classic BCRA that consist of 35 ceramic + one synthetic OBA tiles. | |
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| Long-term and mid-term third-party Targets: | |||
| Calibration Plaque | Calibration White (typically a ceramic tile) delivered with the Instrument and used for calibration purpose | |
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| metal target — containing 13 colored metal tiles | |
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| Lucideon Printing Standards | Set of 14 ceramic standards available from LUCIDEON | |
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| X-Rite ColorChecker | Low-cost mid-term target substitution | |
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| Additional third-party Printable Targets for Harmoniser: | |||
| PO Basic 210 CMYK | Patch-list for harmonizing Heidelberg Image Control (Quality Monitor from Heidelberg is required) - printable target | |
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| 12647-7 Control Wedge 2013 | Typical (US) G7 proof verification control Wedge - be sure to use exact CMYK values (2 decimal places) from CC patch list file. | |
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| Ugra/Fogra MW 3 | Typical (EU) proof verification Media Wedge - be sure to use exact CMYK values (2 decimal places) from CC patch list file. | |
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Note: CGATS Target definitions are CMYK only while PDF is based on both CMYK and Lab spaces! This is made intentionally to dynamically adopt Target to current device's print conditions. We strongly recommend using PDF for printing.
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– Target definition (CGATS .txt) |
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– User have to buy Target from vendor |
i1 Profiler Measure Reference Charts for Instrument Inspector
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Instrument Inspector H-100 (v.1.02) |
i1 Pro 1&2 , i1iO | |
| Instrument Inspector H-100 iSis 1, 2 |
iSis 1, 2 | |
| Instrument Inspector X-42, B-42 i1 Pro1, 2 / i1iO |
i1 Pro 1&2 , i1iO | |
| Instrument Inspector X-42 iSis 1, 2 |
iSis 1, 2 |
Barbieri Gateway Charts for Instrument Inspector
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Instrument Inspector H-100 Barbieri |
To print use dedicated PDF file | |
| Instrument Inspector X-42 | Manual mode only | |
| Instrument Inspector B-42 | Manual and auto-positioning modes | |
To learn how to install Chart read manual here.
Alwan Print Verifier Job Templates for Instrument Inspector
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H-100 Standard 1.02 |
For X-Rite eXact Scan - the user has to manual enter patch width | |
Konica Minolta FD-S2w Chart Files for Instrument Inspector
| Job Template | Description | |
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H-100 Standard 1.02 /A4 |
Edit dimension to actual printed size and location on sheet | |
X-Rite ColorPort XML Files for Instrument Inspector
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X-42 /530 spot mode |
Spot mode | |
| H-100 Spot Mode 1.02 | Spot mode | |
Control Strips for Plate Inspector
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CMYK version |
CMYK plate setter G7/TVI compensation curve | |
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CMYKOGV version |
Extended CMYKOGV plate setter G7/TVI compensation curve | |
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| Plate Inspector D CMYK version 2400dpi |
Linearization Strip - longer CMYK version with 5 checker tests /2400 dpi | *1 | |
| Plate Inspector D CMYKOGV version |
Linearization Strip - longer extended CMYKOGV version with 5 checker tests /2400 dpi | *1 | |
| Plate Inspector E CMYK version 2540 dpi |
Linearization Strip - longer CMYK version with 5 checker tests — 2540 dpi | *1 | |
| Plate Inspector E CMYKOGV version 2540 dpi |
Linearization Strip - longer extended CMYKOVG version with 5 checker tests — 2540 dpi | *1 | |
| Plate Inspector L CMYK version |
Linearization Strip - shorter CMYK version - no checker tests | |
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| Plate Inspector L CMYKOGV version |
Linearization Strip - shorter CMYKOVG version - no checker tests | |
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| Plate Inspector R template CMYK version R1, R2, ... R8 |
Template for Plate Inspector R strips. A user has to edit the description and RIP file to one-bit with no linearisation or press correction curves. Set contains 8 pages — enables recognizing 8 settings (R1-R8) | |
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| Plate Inspector R template CMYKOGV version R1, R2, ... R8 |
Template for Plate Inspector R strips. A user has to edit the description and RIP file to one-bit with no linearisation or press correction curves. Set contains 8 pages — enables recognizing 8 settings (R1-R8) |
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| Plate Inspector M CMYK only |
Plate setter audit test form - for linearisation, registration, and uniformity evaluation. Dedicated to be measured with plate readers. | — | |
Sample Plate Inspector R Strips (one-bit rasterized by the RIP)
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Harlequin 2400 dpi |
175 lpi Elliptical 1 | #R1 |  |
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| Harlequin 2400 dpi | 175 lpi Elliptical 2 | #R2 |  |
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| Harlequin 2400 dpi | 175 lpi Elliptical P | #R3 |  |
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| Harlequin 2400 dpi | 175 lpi Elliptical Q1 | #R4 |  |
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| Harlequin 2400 dpi | 175 lpi Elliptical Q2 | #R5 |  |
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| Harlequin 2400 dpi | 175 lpi Round | #R6 |  |
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| Harlequin 2400 dpi | Auraia Q 30J5 [350 lpi] | #R7 |  |
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| Harlequin 2400 dpi | Auraia CP [450 lpi] | #R8 |  |
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It is highly recommended to generate one-bit strips using your RIP to have identical screening properties.
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– Target definition (CGATS .txt) |
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– PDF file (zipped) |
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– RIP Settings screen shot |
| *1 | – Scan feature supported by CC InstrumentDriver 2Q 2018 |
3-rd party software templates for substrate measurements
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i1 Profiler Reference Chart |
Use i1Pro2 to measure twice on WB and twice on BB | |
Note: Substrate Inspector requires white/black backer (as described in ISO standards) - be sure to order one.
ChromaChecker™ Test Pages
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| 12x18" single page / NO CM / don't scale! | |
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| Gamut/Profile Calculation | 12x18" single page / NO CM | |
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| Accuracy Benchmark | 12x18" single page / CM / GRACoL2013 | |
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| Visual CMYK Test | 12x18" single page / CM | |
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| Single-page Variation Test | 12x18" single page / NO CM | |
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| Print-run Variation Test | 12x18" 1000 pages print run / NO CM | |
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| Fogra M-Score Test | 12x18" Fogra M-Score test form | |
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| Visual RGB — AdobeRGB | 12x18" - scalable | |
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| Visual RGB — DCI-P3 | 12x18" - scalable | |
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| Visual RGB — Display P3 | 12x18" - scalable | |
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| Visual RGB — eciRGB v.2 | 12x18" - scalable | |
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| Visual RGB — Image P3 | 12x18" - scalable | |
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| Visual RGB — ProPhotoRGB | 12x18" - scalable | |
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| Visual RGB — ROMM-RGB | 12x18" - scalable | |
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| 23x35" Offset Press | 23x35" single page, GRACoL 2013 | |
ChromaChecker™ Benchmarking PDFs
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Proofer Audit |
Set of test pages for Proofer Benchmarking | |
| Digital Press Audit | Set of test pages for Digital Press Benchmarking | |
| LFP Audit | Set of test pages for Large/Grand Format Benchmarking |
ChromaChecker™ Software for acquiring measurement data.
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ChromaChecker™ Uploader Mac OsX 64-bit |
1.0.3 | |
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ChromaChecker™ Uploader Win 64-bit |
1.0.3 | |
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ChromaChecker™ Uploader Win 32-bit |
1.0.3 | |
| ChromaChecker™ DataLogger Firmware | 1.048_us | |
| ChromaChecker™ Capture Mac OsX | 1.0.5 | |
| ChromaChecker™ Capture Win 32-bit | 1.0.5 | |
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