Note:
The ACQS suite is available only with the external Xerox
®
EX 280 Print Server Powered by
Fiery
®
; it is not available with the Xerox
®
EX-i 280 Print Server Powered by Fiery
®
.
ACQS takes the variability out of the color equation by incorporating standardized color
measurements. The standardized color measurements use the Inline Spectrophotometer on the
Interface Decurler Module. The Inline Spectrophotometer calibrates color on the press and generates
accurate destination profiles for different stocks.
Procedures are automated in that they eliminate the need for an operator to scan target sheets
manually using an external spectrophotometer. The operator initiates the procedure at the print
server, but all target sheets are generated and scanned automatically, and all measurements,
calculations, and corrections are performed automatically.
Inline Spectrophotometer (ILS)
The Inline Spectrophotometer (ILS) is housed in the Interface Decurler Module. The ILS enables the
Automated Color Quality Suite (ACQS). ACQS automates the process of ensuring stable and accurate
color from job to job. This automation eliminates the need for operators to use a hand-held
spectrophotometer during print server calibration. It also facilitates the creation of custom
destination profiles for each stock on which the press prints.
With the ILS placed strategically within the paper path, automated processes are quick to perform
and require less downtime for the press. Automated processes include measurements for calibration
and destination profiling. Over time, the ACQS software and the ILS hardware work together to
provide accurate and more stable color.
In addition to the Inline Spectrophotometer (ILS), the Interface Decurler Module provides cooling for
the press when the press is running at higher speeds. Also, the Interface Decurler Module provides a
decurler to ensure flat sheets for finishing.
Configuration Information Regarding the Performance Package
1. The Performance Package must be ordered when the press is ordered. Once the press has been
configured without the Performance Package option, it cannot be upgraded later to include the
package.
2. The Performance Package is not available with the Xerox EX-i 280 Print Server. Customers are
required to order the external Xerox EX 280 Print Server.
3. If customers configure the press with the Business Ready (BR) Finisher, the Business Ready
Finisher with Booklet Maker, or the Offset Catch Tray, the Performance Package option is not
available for the configuration.
4. The Performance Package requires the Interface Decurler Module with ILS.
5. Finishing options that are enabled when the Interface Decurler Module with ILS is installed
include these finishers and their options:
• Inserter device
• GBC
®
AdvancedPunch
®
Pro
• High Capacity Stacker (HCS)
• Crease and Two-Sided Trimmer
• C/Z Folder
• Production Ready (PR) Finisher
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