GCC Technologies S290LS Series, User Manual

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Halftone (Raster Page) [DEFAULT SETTING: Dithering]
This option controls the way a raster-engraved image is processed. The “digital image to
engraved output” process can be processed via two methods: Dithering or Error Diffusion. Each
offer additional output options yielding different output effects, style, and quality.
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Dithering:
Interprets and outputs the raster engraving via the dithering method. This mode
will allow you to select the Pattern Type and Dithering Matrix, and Enhanced Dithering.
o Pattern Type: Dot, Bayer, Corner, 45 Degree [DEFAULT SETTING: Dot]
Each pattern type uses a different shape and arrangement of dots to compose the
shading effect of a raster image.
The following diagram is an example of the raster effects when using the different
pattern types.
Dot Bayer Corner
o Dithering Matrix: Variable depending on the Pattern Type selected.
[DEFAULT SETTING: 8x8]
This controls the resolution (dot size) and the number of dots the image is broken