This is the first book presenting the basics and strategies for color management in the print publishing workflow with focus on producing according ISO 12647-2 and other standards. The user learns what to expect from color management according to the ICC-standard.

The use of differing input and output equipment (scanners, monitors, printers, etc.) in computer-aided publishing often results in the unsatisfactory reproduction of color originals in print and online media. The theoretical principles of a theory of color, color measurement, and offset printing are indispensable for calibrating the overall course of production. This is the first book presenting the basics and strategies for color management in the print publishing workflow with focus on producing according ISO 12647-2 and other standards. The user learns what to expect from color management according to the ICC-standard and how to avoid the pitfalls. The terminology is oriented on practicing professionals for print production.

Gives the necessary theoretical background to implement and manage the most efficient and bullet proof color management workflows for print production The terminology is oriented on practicing professionals for print production Color management on a new level of automatization

Autorentext
Jan-Peter Homann ist Autor zahlreicher Artikel in der Zeitschrift PAGE und der Publishing Praxis. Er ist außerdem Referent von BVDM und FOGRA.

Inhalt
Color Theory with Ideal Colors.- Color Theory with Realistic Colors.- The Principles of Color Management.- ISO 12647, GRACoL and SWOP for Separation, Proof and Print.- Using ICC Strengths and Avoiding ICC Problems.- PDF/X-1a and DeviceLink Color Servers.- Corner Stones for a Color-Management Strategy.