Help sought on color setup for Roland SC540V and CorelDraw X5

[CutGrafix]

Can anyone help with a setup to achieve a good color representation from CorelDraw X5 to a Roland 540V?

The problem I'm finding is that there are so many variables that I have no idea where to start. I'm working in bitmap and vector on a design PC in Corel X5 and sending finished art as an export in .eps format to Versaworks on a second PC designated solely for ripping and printing. The export process applies a color profile (or does it?) Then Versaworks applies another color profile, which I think is tied to the media profile (or is it?)

If anyone can let me know how they achieve at least a reasonable color reproduction, I'd be eternally grateful.

Rod Campbell
CutGrafix
Brisbane Australia

 

[Jack Knight1979]

Monitor Calibration: Pantone HUEY
Custom Profiling: eye1
Very good understanding of Versa Works is the most important.

A serious amount of trial and error.

To knock out perfect spot colors every time regardless of profile. the Roland Color Chart is a must. For corporate clients and color critical reproductions, the chart will knock out the same color day-in-day-out. As long as you're on the same media, the color will always be the same or so close the eye won't be able to tell the difference.

This chart only works in vector.

Feel free to PM me with specifics.

 

[scuba_steve2699]

Use the roland spot color system - you can read about it in the file I have attached.

 

[scuba_steve2699]

Most likely you are experiencing a profile issue if the roland colors are not printing correctly or you forgot to check the convert spot colors box on the file format tab in versaworks.

 

[dhawkes]

Hello CutGrafix,

If you get a chance, please check out the webinar archive as there are some recorded webinars on Tips & Tricks for CorelDraw: http://www.rolanddga.com/training/webinar/archive/videos.asp


Best regards,

David Hawkes
Group Product Manager
Roland DGA