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Color gamut comparison for common color profiles.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Service Bureau takes multiple steps to ensure that colors stay consistent from print to print. By calibrating our machines and monitors often, and using the same profiles and settings, we can achieve a consistent, accurate prints.<\/h4>\n

Below is information about color profiles we recommend for our services, how to attach color profiles to your file when saving, how to calibrate your monitor, and how to Soft Proof your work and then convert it for a specific printer.<\/h4>\n

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Computer Stations with color calibrated monitors are available down the hall from the service bureau, it is recommended that you check your files there first before submitting an order<\/p>\n

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A print viewing area with daylight and tungsten balanced lights is setup near the Service Bureau for evaluating prints.<\/p>\n

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THINK ABOUT YOUR DESIRED OUTPUT METHOD WHEN SETTING UP YOUR FILE<\/h4>\n
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Color Laser Printing (CMYK)<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Calibration Schedule\u00a0\u2013 a daily series of tests & calibrations to maintain the closest possible reproduction.*<\/p>\n

Profile \u2013 GRACoL2006 Coated 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

*Due to the nature of color laser printing, colors will shift throughout the day and from day to day. We are unable to exactly match prints made at separate times. Not all visible elements are able to be printed, some vibrant colors and gradients are not able to be rendered. Using the recommended PDF export settings<\/a> & color profile<\/a> with help get the closet possible print.<\/p>\n

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Wide Format Inkjet Printing (RGB)<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Calibration Schedule \u2013 Custom-made paper-specific profiles are made before each semester. Nozzle checks are performed before each print job to ensure full color output.<\/p>\n

Profile \u2013 AdobeRGB(1998)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Attaching Profiles for Printing<\/b><\/h4>\n