EFI Takes Proofing to Greater Heights with Colorproof XF New Features and Options; EFI Delivers Proofing Innovations with Colorproof XF Version 2.6.FOSTER CITY, Calif. -- EFI See UEFI. EFI - Extensible Firmware Interface (Nasdaq:EFII EFII Electronics for Imaging Inc (Foster City, CA) ), the world leader in digital imaging and print management solutions for commercial and enterprise printing, today announced new and enhanced features, including manual nesting, support for a wider variety of printers and file formats, and breakthrough Dot Creator and Fiery options, for EFI Colorproof(TM) XF. The result of EFI's development knowledge and resources, combined with the proofing expertise behind Best(TM) technology, Colorproof(TM) XF is the industry-acclaimed, highly scalable and versatile client/server-based proofing solution that turns inkjet and laser printers into powerful proofing devices. Colorproof XF Version 2.6 is ideal for virtually anyone needing absolute control over digital color. Accordingly, the market for this innovative solution encompasses digital, commercial and hybrid printers, pre-press service providers, newspaper and packaging printers, publishers, creative agencies and photographers. World-leading advertising agency Foote Cone & Belding, consisting of more than 197 offices in 109 countries, deploys EFI Colorproof XF in its New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of office for the benefit of such exacting clients as Diet Coke Diet Coke (sometimes known as Diet Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Light or Coke Light) is a sugar-free soft drink produced and distributed by The Coca-Cola Company. , Jello, HP, the IRS An abbreviation for the Internal Revenue Service, a federal agency charged with the responsibility of administering and enforcing internal revenue laws. , Kraft, and Gevalia. "Colorproof XF is powerful, flexible and easy to use. It serves our company's proofing needs through its ability to drive an unlimited number of printers, the ICC profile (International Color Consortium profile) An ISO-approved color management standard for specifying the attributes of imaging devices such as scanners, digital cameras, monitors and printers so that the color of an image remains true from source to destination. tools and its color precision," said Julio Fernandez, director of creative technologies, Foote, Cone, & Belding. The new Colorproof XF version delivers greater functionality, improved performance and ease of use, and new Colorproof XF options, Dot Creator and the Fiery Option -- all in addition to cross Windows(R) and Mac OS X platform support (client-only) and compatibility with the current JDF JDF Job Definition Format (XML-based format for workflow and control information) JDF Jamaica Defence Force JDF Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International JDF Job Description Form JDF Japan Defense Force JDF Jackson Drop Forge Company (Job Definition Format) standard for open job ticketing. EFI Colorproof XF consists of several different components that can be joined together in different combinations to create basic or extended configurations. This modularity provides the end-user with complete flexibility, allowing individual customization to suit specific proofing requirements and the ability to add more functionality as needs expand. With tremendous technical advancements across several areas of the product, enhancements to Colorproof XF found in Version 2.6 include:
-- Manual nesting enables users to output any number of files
collectively as one single job. Saving considerable time,
paper, ink and money, users can work with process colors,
spot colors or combinations at the same time.
-- Support for a wider variety of printers, including the
latest Epson printers Stylus Pro 7400/7800 and 9400/9800,
the HP Designjet 30, 130 and 90, and the Canon
imagePROGRAF W6200, W6400 and W8400.
-- The new cropping function allows users to remove a section
of a page, to print only the area of interest.
-- Process colors Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black can be defined
as spot colors.
-- Support for two new file formats, JPEG 2000 and PSD, means
added flexibility in proof creation.
--New Dot Creator Option Composite or separated screened proofs and printouts can now be generated from continuous-tone data without using an image setter setter: see sporting dog. setter Any of three breeds derived from a medieval hunting dog that would set (lie down) when it found birds so that it and the birds could be covered with a net. Setters have long hair on the ears, chest, legs, and tail. or plate setter RIP. The composite output shows a raster The horizontal lines (scan lines) displayed on a TV or computer monitor. This is the origin of the term "raster graphics," which is the major category that all bitmapped images and video frames fall into (GIF, JPEG, MPEG, etc.). on the proof while the separated output function enables users to produce films or plate for production print on a standard DOD (1) (Dial On Demand) A feature that allows a device to automatically dial a telephone number. For example, an ISDN router with dial on demand will automatically dial up the ISP when it senses IP traffic destined for the Internet. inkjet printer A printer that propels droplets of ink directly onto the medium. Today, almost all inkjet printers produce color. Low-end inkjets use three ink colors (cyan, magenta and yellow), but produce a composite black that is often muddy. . --New Fiery Output Option Harnessing the power of the Fiery color server, the industry leader renowned for precision color, consistent high quality output and workflow innovation, the new Fiery Output extends Colorproof XF proofing capabilities. The Fiery option allows users to use EFI's Best Color technology to accomplish linearizing, characterizing and color verifying on Fiery-driven devices. This option also enables users to deploy Fiery technology to create and control a multi-printer environment for content, contract and concept proofing and digital print production. "Colorproof XF demonstrated superior performance at the recent annual IPA IPA - International Phonetic Alphabet Proofing RoundUP -- competing with solutions from 13 other proofing technology companies -- and EFI's dedication to innovation means we continually provide greater value for our customers as they compete in a dynamic market with increasing demands," said Stefan Spiegel, senior product marketing manager, EFI. "The new version of Colorproof XF delivers even stronger functionality, stability and performance -- it's a sophisticated proofing system imperative for any environment where color matters." Availability EFI Colorproof XF Version 2.6 is now available through certified EFI dealers and distributors. See http://www.efi.com/contact/proofing/ for a complete contact list. The new solution will be shown at Print 05, at Chicago's McCormick Place McCormick Place is an enormous exposition complex located in Chicago, Illinois. Sept. 9-15, EFI Booth 8315. About EFI EFI (www.efi.com) is the world leader in digital imaging and print management solutions for commercial and enterprise printing. EFI's award-winning technologies offer end to end, integrated document management tools from creation to print, including high fidelity high fidelity n. The electronic reproduction of sound, especially from broadcast or recorded sources, with minimal distortion. high color Fiery(R) print servers that can output up to 2000 ppm (Pages Per Minute) The measurement of printer speed. See gppm. PPM - Portable Pixmap ; superwide digital inkjet printers and UV and solvent inks capable of printing on flexible and rigid substrates; powerful print production workflow and management information software solutions for increased performance and cost efficiency; and an array of corporate printing solutions. EFI's integrated solutions connect seamlessly, delivering unbeatable performance, cost savings and increased productivity. EFI maintains 22 offices worldwide. NOTE TO EDITORS: EFI and Fiery are registered trademarks of Electronics For Imaging, Inc. in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and/or certain other foreign jurisdictions. Best and EFI Colorproof are trademarks of Electronics For Imaging, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. |
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