X-Rite iCPlate2, User Manual

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3.6.6 Measuring paper
For paper measurements, automatic color selection allows for
quicker work, as no switching between the CMY colors is required.
Color contrast is very slight with tones under 0%, so that manual
color setting is recommended. For measurements on black, the
color (K) must always be selected manually.
The iCPlate2 is equipped with a video camera, which measures the
geometrical dot size, relevant for plate readings. For prints, the
densitometric dot size needs to be measured, as this measurement
corresponds to the visual impression. Therefore, the iCPlate2 is
not the ideal device for measurements of the dot area on paper.
Nevertheless, it can be used for visual dot analysis of prints.
3.6.7 Measurement Values
3.6.7.1 Dot area
This value represents the area coverage of the measured patch.
With the image analysis algorithm, dust and image errors are
eliminated.
3.6.7.2 Screen ruling
Depending on the settings, the screen ruling is displayed either in
Lines/inch or Lines/cm.
Important: The screen ruling is not shown for FM screening and for middle
tones, especially for chain dots in AM screening. In a regular screen , the
screen ruling will always be shown if the dot area has closed dots
(highlights and shadows).
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