The

EPSON® Proofing Edition Series

EPSON Professional Imaging Division

Sales Reference Guide Version 2

To Be Used with the Basic EPSON Stylus ® Pro 900 Series Sales Reference Guide

When Epson America and EFI joined forces to develop a next generation proofing solution, we knew something great was about to happen. After all, two innovators within the printing industry were combining resources for the first time, dedicating ourselves to one goal – to create the most powerful and complete digital proofing solution available.

Color Verifier

Color Manager

EFI™ Colorproof™ XF Version 4.5 for Epson

~$10,850

(Pricing Shown is EFI Retail MSRP)

OneBit

24”

EPSON Stylus Pro 7900 ($3,995)

(All Pricing Shown is MSRP)

44”

EPSON Stylus Pro 9900 ($5,995)

(All Pricing Shown is MSRP)

Proofing Editions Ship with EFI Colorproof XF version

4.5 for Epson, Printer, Printer Stand, Media Catch

Bin, Full Roll of 24” Standard Proofing Paper 240, and

110 ml EPSON UltraChrome

®

HDR Starter Ink Cartridges.

EPSON Stylus Pro 7900 Proofing Edition $7,995

EPSON Stylus Pro 9900 Proofing Edition $9,995

Additional EPSON Printer License (PEX900EAC) $995

Contact your local reseller for the latest pricing information.

(Pricing shown is MSRP. RIP not sold separately by Epson and bundled exclusively with the Epson Stylus Pro 7900/9900)

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

EFI Colorproof XF Version 4.5 Feature Set Highlights

Complete Compatibility with the Latest EPSON Proofing Media

Adobe® PostScript® Level 3 – Multiple CPSI Engine

Adobe PDF Print Engine (APPE) version 2.5

Incorporates AccuPhoto™ HDR Screening (CMYK & RGB)

Powerful OneBit File Support for Truer Screened Proofs

EFI Dynamic Wedge™ Color Verification Technology

Automatic Workflow Color Optimization – 3CC Technology

Automatic Printer Linearization and Ink Limiting

Proof Verification and Label Printing

PANTONE® Plus Spot Color Library Support

Flexible Job Ticket and Control Strip Printing to latest Standard

Newly Designed Simple User Interface

Automatic RIP and Media Updates via Internet

Optimized for Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional x64

Fully Optimized for use with SpectroProofer® (XRGA Supported)

World-class Service and Support Directly From Epson

Epson Proofing Edition Series

Printer Support by Software Version

EFI Colorproof XF version 4.0 for Epson

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EPSON Stylus Pro 7900 / 9900

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Screening module: EPSON CMYKOG Contone color module

EFI Colorproof XF version 4.1 for Epson

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EPSON Stylus Pro 7900 / 9900

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NEW: EPSON Stylus Pro WT7900

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Screening modules: EPSON Contone (CT) and NEW: EFI Halftone (HT) color module

EFI Colorproof XF version 4.5 for Epson

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EPSON Stylus Pro 7900 / 9900

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EPSON Stylus Pro WT7900*

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NEW: EPSON Stylus Pro 4900

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NEW: EPSON Stylus Pro 7890/9890

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Screening modules: NEW: Epson RGB* and CMYKOG Contone (CT) and EFI Halftone (HT)color module

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* The RGB screening module in not available for the EPSON Stylus Pro WT7900

Have an early EPSON Proofing Edition version? Contact your GA Authorized reseller about an upgrade to version 4.5

The upgrade is delivered only via DVD with an additional license code and requires a complete re-installation of the EFI Colorproof XF software

EFI Colorproof XF Version 4.5

Feature Set for Epson

Color Manager Color Verifier OneBit

True Adobe PostScript 3

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

The Latest Adobe CPSI Core (v.3019.101)

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Complete compatibility with the latest design software suites from Adobe

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Handles virtually every industry file format including EPS, TIFF, PDF, PS, JPEG, Scitex, and Layered PSD

Multiple CPSI Technology

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Normally only one PDF/PS file can be processing at a time

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With Multiple CPSI technology, up to four separate files can be processing at the same time

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If running on a multiple-processor CPU, processing times are significantly reduced

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New user interface allows for simple selection for a number of CPSI cores to utilize

Adobe PDF Print Engine 2.5

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

Adobe PDF Print Engine 2.5 Drives Integrated End-to-End PDF Workflows

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User selectable between standard CPSI and Adobe PDF Print Engine 2.5

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Complete compatibility with the latest design software suites from Adobe

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Superior compatibility with Variable Data Printing workflows

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Improved cost savings for all job types through faster processing, cleaner handoffs, and JDF automation

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Capable of displaying overprint simulation in composite jobs

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Supports PDF /X-1, X-1a, X-3, X-4

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Capable of processing only the pages you’re printing, not the entire multi-page PDF

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New capability to break multi-page PDFs into individual jobs for SpectroProofer®verification of each page

“PDF Print Engine gives us a lot more options for producing the best output possible. In the past, we found ourselves asking our customers for new files more often. now this is no longer the case.”

James Wamser

Sell Printing Company

Powerful OneBit File Support

Epson Proofing Edition Series

True ‘RIP Once Output Many’ Concept by Utilizing the Same Screened Data for the Press

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Ensures the proof has the same screen structure as the production run - dot shape, screen angle, etc.

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Capable of finding moires, artifacts, and trapping errors early in the production process

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The digital color proof’s screening data is identical to the final exposure generated

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New halftone profiles (v3) for EPSON Proofing media included that deliver cleaner dot detail

Supports Virtually All OneBit File Formats

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TIFF G4, TIFF G3, Packbit, LZW Compressed TIFF, Uncompressed TIFF, Presstek, Huffman, PCX, Len,

Harlequin Pagebuffer, Founder, Brainnew, DCS1 and DCS2 (Copy-dot Format)

Takes Full Advantage of Epson’s MicroPiezo® TFP® Print Head Technology

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Due to extreme dot placement accuracy, you can produce clean dot proofs up to 150 lpi

Automatic Printer Linearization

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

Intelligent Printer Linearization and Ink-Limiting

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You set the schedule for the printer color verification process - per day, week, month, etc.

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If any problems are found, EFI intelligently launches the proper color optimization method for correction

The Optional SpectroProofer Completely Automates this Process

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If any problems are found, the complete linearization and re-ink-limiting process is performed automatically

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Extremely powerful way to ensure your printer hardware, ink, and media are always within specification

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Dramatically reduces your labor costs for re-linearizing multiple printers

No More Ink or Media Lot Verification Required

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Automatically compensates for printer drift over time, ink and media lot variations, and environmental changes

Actual Color Verification Targets for Printer Linearization and Quality Control

Automatic Workflow Color Optimization - 3CC Files

Epson Proofing Edition Series

Optimize Any Input-to-Output ICC Workflow to Extreme Color Accuracy

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For extreme color accuracy, EFI has fully implemented the use of 3CC files

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Aggressive new math is now used to optimize the overall workflow to exacting standards

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Capable of reducing overall delta-E to levels of accuracy far surpassing actual on-press capabilities

Automatic Creation of Advanced Three-dimensional Color Correction Files (.3CC)

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Using the optional SpectroProofer, EFI has automated the complete creation process

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Simply select the workflow requiring optimization and move on to more important matters

Actual Example of Color Accuracy Using 3CC Technology

Label Automatically Created and Printed following the proof by EFI

EFI DynamicWedge™ Technology

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

Automatically Creates Color Control Strips Extracted from the Job File Itself

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Dynamic generation of color control strips containing key colors within a job, including any spot colors

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Can automatically create a color control strip containing both CMYK and spot color, and, new in version 4.5, spot color tint information

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You can define the total number of colors chosen from 16, 32, or 64

DynamicWedge Can be used with Industry Standard Control Strips for Proof Verification

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SpectroProofer can read and verify color accuracy using EFI DynamicWedge control strips

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When combined with an industry standard control strip, you’ve got the ultimate proof verification process

A Great Solution for Package Proofing Verification

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By using the same colors within the job file itself for color verification, overall proof accuracy is improved

Actual EFI DynamicWedge Color Control Strip Sample

Automatically Created from a Job File

Automatic Proof Verification and Labeling

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

Individual Proof Verification Using Industry Standard Color Control Strips

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Compatible with ISO 12647-7 compliant verification based upon static control strips

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Compatible with EFI DynamicWedge technology

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Completely automated using the optional SpectroProofer

Capable of Verifying Proofs Using up to Two Color Verification Control Strips

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You can select to use both EFI Dynamic Wedge and a static industry specific wedge at the same time

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Supports industry standard delta-E calculation methodologies such as CIE 76, 94, 2000, or CMC

Automatic Proof Verification Labeling

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Direct-to-proof labeling for immediate pass or fail information printed right on the proof

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SpectroProofer verification and labeling combined uses less media than an X-Rite ISIS verification target

Actual Example of ISO 12647-7 Static Color Strip

Enhanced 16-Bit Spot Color Simulation

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

More Precise Method to Find the Best Possible Spot Color Simulations

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New 16-bit math handles the precise definition of L*A*B* values to find the best color match possible

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Even for challenging spot colors, the ideal color values are are automatically identified

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No user interaction is required

Complete Spot Color Library Support

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Built-in PANTONE®, PANTONE Plus, PANTONE coated, uncoated, Hexachrome, and GOE libraries

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Built-in HKS, Toyo, and DIC spot color libraries are also fully supported

Create Custom Spot Colors for Client-specific Requirements

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Creation of unique spot colors via L*A*B* values for extremely accurate simulation

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You can create a custom spot using multiple L*A*B* values for each percentage

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You can also define the transparency property for the particular spot color

Flexible Job Ticket and Control Strip Printing

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

Customizable Job Ticket Information

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Adjustable font size, job ticket width, distance between print job, etc.

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User selectable job ticket information with preset capability

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Supports the use of your own company logo

Auto-positioning of Job Ticket and Color Control Strips

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Depending upon available space, both the control strip and job ticket information will automatically be positioned below the actual print job

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Up to two different color control strips and verification labels can be used simultaneously

Actual Example of Automatic Job Ticket Labeling

High Performance RIP Server and Client Workflow Software

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

RIP Optimized for the Latest Windows 64-Bit Operating System

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XF Server takes full advantage of the latest Windows 7 64-bit OS – including multiple processor technology

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When combined with the latest multi-core processors and > 4 GB of memory, performance is optimized

Also Compatible with Windows Server® 2003, XP, Windows Vista®

Fully Functional on Apple® Macintosh® OS 10.6/10.7

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Both RIP server and client software are natively supported

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Not as powerful as running on a high-end Windows 7 platform, but fully compatible with your hardware

What’s New in Release 4.5

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

Performance Boost

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XF Server now optimized for 64-bit Windows 7 Professional

Spot Color Features

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CMYK spot color editing. Any spot color source, once calculated, can be switched to CMYK for editing.

Example: PANTONE 287 can be edited starting from CMYK 98 68 1 0

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Easier multicolor jobs other than the standard CMYKOG or CMYKRGB, are now automatically processed as long as the multichannel reference profiles include names that match the channel of the print job

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Pantone Plus spot library support

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New spot color definitions for inverted white (useful with the EPSON Stylus Pro WT7900)

What’s New in Release 4.5

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

Enhanced Verification Technology

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Create and delete customized tolerance sets, store and make them available in XF clients

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Presets with informative (display only) and normative (used in pass/fail) information

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New ability to verify and spot color tints (defined in BCT file)

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Support for Delta F (chromaticity differences)

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Support for Delta H (for CMYKRGB)

Enhanced DynamicWedge

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CMYK and full-tone spot colors standard from previous version

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NEW spot color tints (defined in the BCT file)

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NEW support 6-channel and 7-channel job color spaces

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Job reprint optimization using both Absolute and Relative (new) rendering intents

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RGB and Grayscale data

Additional New Features

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Job Merge functionality

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Use of alignment tools within nests and Step & Repeat Layouts

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Multithreaded Halftoning for improved RIP speed

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Color Editor (Spot Color) User Interface update for improved ease of use

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Dynamic Rendering intent for seamless best -case color in RGB workflows

What’s New in Release 4.5

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

Complete Support for the EPSON Proofing Media Line

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

EPSON Professional Proofing Media Already Built-in

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The expensive and time-consuming process of adding a new proofing media has already been done by Epson

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Our entire line of EPSON Professional Proofing Media are already calibrated and ready for optimization

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Never before has high-level proofing been this simple

Epson Offers the Best Proofing Media Line in the Industry

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Our extensive lineup includes proofing media for both commercial and flexographic proofing requirements

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Extensive quality assurance to ensure consistent and reliable media performance over time

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EPSON proofing media meets the exacting standards for many industry specifications

“We’ve standardized on EPSON proofing papers throughout our organization.

The accurate color performance, along with tight consistency from roll-to-roll makes all the difference.”

Quote from a large east coast printing company

EPSON Professional Proofing Media

Media Compatibility Matrix - Standards and Industry

Standard Proofing Paper 205

Standard Proofing Paper 240

Standard Proofing Paper - Adhesive

SWOP / GRACoL SWOP 3

Verified

Verified

Verified

Verified Proofing Paper Commercial

Proofing Paper Publication

Proofing Paper White Semimatte

Standard Proofing Paper - Production Very Good

CrystalClear™ Film

CrystalMetallic™ Film

SWOP 5

Verified

Commercial Publication Packaging

Good Good

Good

Good

Good

Good

Good Good

Good

Good

Good

Good

Good

Best with

WT7900

Best with

WT7900

Overlays Progressives

Good Good

EPSON Media Line as of 06.01.2012

Fully Compatible with SpectroProofer

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

SpectroProofer Offers Complete Color Management Automation

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The time consuming task of adding a new media or optimizing a workflow is handled automatically

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Ensures printing environment is always within specification without the need for manual verifications

True Automation of Proofing Verification Workflows

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For the first time, 100% proof verification is a reality

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Ensure every proof is verified to exacting standards without any manual intervention

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Version 4.5 introduces XRGA compliance for SpectroProofer, providing consistency with other measurement devices

Business-smart Return on Investment

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SpectroProofer will pay itself back and start saving you money almost immediately

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The expensive and time consuming process of manually color managing your proofing workflows is over

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Enables Color Consultants to work remotely

For the EPSON Stylus Pro 4900

SpectroProofer 17” $1,195

SpectroProofer 17” UV $1,195

For The EPSON Stylus Pro 7890/7900

SpectroProofer 24” $1,495

SpectroProofer 24” UV $1,495

For the EPSON Stylus Pro 9890/9900

SpectroProofer 44” $2,495

SpectroProofer 44” UV $2,495

Contact your local reseller for the latest pricing information | Pricing shown is MSRP

EFI Colorproof XF Version 4.5 for Epson

Screen Shots

CPSI Simultaneous Processing of Multiple Jobs | Enhanced Productivity

New: Number of Adobe PostScript Engines

Each engine requires 1GB available RAM. If the XF server is running on a system with limited RAM, reduce then number of PostScript engines used.

New: PANTONE PLUS ®

This setting enables you to switch from the standard PANTONE spot color table to PANTONE PLUS — a new spot color library that includes contemporary metallic, pastel and neon colors. When selected, the

PANTONE PLUS color library is applied to all PANTONE spot color definitions in EFI XF.

Basic System Manager Overview

New: Dynamic Rendering Intent

Used with the RGB Photo and Fine Art workflow, enabling Dynamic Rendering Intent takes the guess work out of obtaining the best photographic output from the connected printer and media.

Multiple Workflows and Color Management Screen

Printer Media Setup Screen | Entire Line of EPSON media pre-Profiled

Using Color Manager to Optimize a Workflow Using 3CC Technology

Optimizing a Specific Color Workflow Using 3CC Technology | Automated with SpectroProofer

Optimizing a Color Workflow Using 3CC Technology

L*a*b* Optimization

The EFI iterative process for creating a 3- dimensional color correction file (.3cc) dramatically lowers color variation between the digital proof and press. With SpectroProofer, this process is fully automated.

Optimizing a Color Workflow Using 3CC Technology

Control Strip 1 Setup - Shown Using EFI DynamicWedge Technology

New: Presets for the latest proofing standards

Full window displayed

Control Strip 2 Setup - Shown Using an ISO 12647-7 Control Strip for SpectroProofer

Resultant verification from an Optimized Color Workflow Using 3CC Technology | Scan of Actual Printed Label

Product Description EPSON

EFI Colorproof XF version 4.5

Proofing Edition

User interface

Proof Option

Spot Color

Contone & Halftone Drivers

Streamlined

Included

Included

Included

RGB Contone Driver Included

Color Manager Option Included

EFI

Channel Version

Standard

Included

Included

Included

Included

Optional

Color Verifier Option

OneBit Option

Production Option

X900 License

PEX900EAC

Included

Included

Partial

Functionality

Included

Optional

M/XL/XXL Additional Printer

Licenses

JDF Workflow Support

Dot Creator Option

File Export Option

Cut Server Option

Not Supported

Partial

Functionality

Not Supported

Not Supported

Not Supported

Support EPSON

Optional

Optional

Optional

M License Included

Supports 17” devices

Not Available

Uses M/XL/XXL as below

Optional

Included

Optional

Optional

Optional

EFI

EFI MSRP

$2,655

Included

Included

Included

Included

Included

$950

$4,600

$400 n/a

$475 / $950 /

$1,500

Included

$1,625

$1,200

$1,200

Varies

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

EFI Colorproof XF For Epson compared to Channel Version

$1,500

$995

Comment

Proofing Edition available as bundle with EPSON Stylus Pro

7900/9900 printer only. EFI version includes M printer license

Dialogs for options not included are masked

APPLE Server is included in EFI Colorproof XF 4.x

Spot Color is included in EFI Colorproof XF 4.x

The Halftone driver for EPSON x900 introduced with version 4.1

The Photo / Fine Art RGB workflow includes profile connector for easy media additions

Media Profiling, Color Editing, White Point Editing, Plate Correction, and Device Link Profiles

Fully automated with optional SpectroProofer

Control Strip Proof Verification required for DynamicWedge

Fully automated with optional SpectroProofer

Combine OneBit tiff separations of Process and Spot Color plates into true Halftone dot proofs

Sharpening Control in Production Manager used for Improved

OneBit dot proofs

Driver for 24” SP7900 and 44” SP9900 Standard.

Colorproof standard ships with an “m” license for 17” printers

PEX900EAC printer license supports any of the following:

17” EPSON Stylus Pro 4900

24” EPSON Stylus Pro 7890/7900/WT7900

44” EPSON Stylus Pro 9890/9900

Used for printers other than those supported in the “for Epson”

Proofing Edition version

For best support of EFI MIS solution and other JDF workflows, the

Channel Version is recommended

Generates simulated dot proofs from contone files.

One-Bit option is best for true Halftone dot proof

Allows files to be output to CMYK Tiff format

New option launched with version 4.1

Not applicable to EPSON devices

Your Epson GA Authorized Reseller should be your first line of support for your EFI Colorproof XF 4.x for Epson Installation

World-Class Service and Support

Service and Support Strategy

The Entire EPSON Proofing Edition Solution is Supported Directly by Epson

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EFI Colorproof XF software is fully covered under our standard EPSON Preferred sm Protection Plan

Standard One-year of Limited Coverage

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Free technical support available Monday through Friday to answer any questions you may have

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Regardless of RIP or printer problems, you only call one number for all your support requirements

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And it remains free of charge while your under warranty with Epson

Optional One- and Two-year Epson Preferred Plus Service Plans Available

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When you upgrade your standard one-year service plan to two or three years, your also covering all your

EFI Colorproof XF RIP technical support needs

Bug Fixes and Maintenance Updates are Free

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When a bug fix or maintenance release is required, you get it free over the built-in Internet updater

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Any major feature release may require additional costs sold through EFI and their dealers

Upgrade Path

Long Term Strategy

EPSON Proofing Edition Software is Open to Your Future Direction

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Stay with the Proofing Edition solution bundled and supported by Epson

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Change to EFI if additional software and hardware flexibility is required

Change to EFI is necessary under the following conditions

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Need a Colorproof XF software option not offered by Epson; examples: Dot Creator, Cut Server, etc.

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Need to drive a printer model not offered by Epson. Requires use of an M/XL/XXL license

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Have a JDF connection requirement for Web Control Center or other EFI MIS Solution

The Change Process FAQ

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EFI will issue new EAC licenses and Colorproof XF will need to be removed and reinstalled

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EFI software support responsibility shifts from Epson to EFI on the date of the conversion

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EPSON printer support remains with Epson

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The initial change cost will include a one-year EFI support contract.

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Contact your Epson/EFI Authorized Reseller for more information and pricing

System Recommendation

Windows

XF CLient

– Operating System: Windows 7, Windows XP, Professional versions recommended

Hardware Requirements

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CPU with 2 GHz or more, 4 GB Ram, 10/100 Mbit Network

– 1 available USB port (possible measurement device)

– A monitor resolution of at least 1280 x 1024 pixels

XF Server

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Operating System: Windows 7 Professional x64 strongly recommended

– Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008

Hardware Requirements

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Processor: 3.33 GHz 6-Core Intel® Xeon (preferably more processor cores)

– RAM: 8GB RAM (when used with 64-bit operating system)

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100/1000 Mbit network (When using SpectroProofer, printer connection should be Ethernet)

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Hard Drive(s) 3.5”, SATA 3, 1.500 GB

– For maximum performance: 5 hard drives routed via “Server File Maintenance” as follows:

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1 connected via SATA for operating system, applications and XF RIP

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1 connected via SATA for the job folder

– 1 connected via SATA for temporary files

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2 connected via SATA (striped as RAID0) for the output folder

System Recommendation

APPLE

XF Client

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Operating System: Mac OS ® X 10.5.7, 10.6.8, 10.7

Hardware Requirements

– CPU with 2 GHz or more

– 4 GB Ram

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10/100 Mbit Network

– 1 available USB port (possible measurement device)

– A monitor resolution of at least 1280 x 1024 pixels

XF Server

– Operating System: Mac OS X 10.5.7, 10.6.8, 10.7

Hardware Requirements

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Apple ® MacPro or iMAC (native intel)

– Dual Core CPU with 2 GHz or more

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4 GB RAM

– 1.5 GB HDD

– 100/1000 Mbit Network (when using SpectroProofer, printer connection should be Ethernet)

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2 available USB ports

Why to Buy?

EPSON Proofing Edition Series

The Most Complete Single SKU Proofing Solution Available

The Highest Color Accuracy in the Industry – Process or Spot

Complete Support for EPSON Professional Proofing Media

Fully Automated Color Management and Proof Verification with SpectroProofer

Powerful Workflow-based ICC RIP Solution for Complete Client File Compatibility

Both Adobe Postscript 3 and Adobe PDF Print Engine Interpreters

Powerful OneBit File Support for Truer Screened Proofs

Simplified User Interface

The Perfect Solution for Both In-house and Hardcopy Remote Proofing

Ready for the Future of Your Printing Business

Latest Generation Printing Hardware and RIP Software, Aggressively Priced

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Cartridge yields vary considerably for reasons including images printed, print settings, temperature and humidity.

Yields may be lower when printing infrequently or predominantly with one ink color.

A variable amount of ink remains in the cartridge after the “replace cartridge” signal.

Part of the ink from the first cartridges is used for priming the printer.

Ink is used for both printing and print head maintenance.

All inks are used for both black and color printing, and all colors have to be installed for printing.

For more information about cartridges, see www.epson.com/cartridgeinfo

EPSON, EPSON Stylus, EPSON UltraChrome, MicroPiezo,TFP, and SpectroProofer are registered trademarks, and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a Registered Logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation.

AccuPhoto is a trademark and EPSON Preferred is service mark of Epson America, Inc.

All other product brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Epson disclaims any and all rights in these trademarks.

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