In this activity, you will refine some sample files that have common errors. Some will be readily apparent, while some will take some investigation.
Errors
.Missing Fonts.pdf
with 1stRef-Normz.Note that the refine fails with a red "X" and gives a message that the font AGaramondPro-Italic is missing. This type of error cannot be fixed at this stage. The input file must be recreated with the font embedded. A file still shows up in the 1-Up Artwork area, but there is a ‘X’ across the page to indicate there’s a problem.
Low Resolution Images.pdf
with 1stRef-Normz.Depending on the resolution shown, the file may be okay to run. It's possible that the artwork contains the highest resolution image available. Proof the file carefully to determine if the results are acceptable.
RGB Images.pdf
with 1stRef-Normz.RGB Images.pdf
in the Input Files area and drag it to the 1stRef-Normz process template.Click OK.
Note that the refine process fails.
RGB images are not plate-ready. This will have to be fixed upstream, and a new plate-ready file should be supplied.
Refine problem files that do not give error messages or warnings
Overprints Wrong.pdf
with 1stRef-Normz. Note that no error message appears, just a low res image warning.Output the Overprints Wrong.p1.pdf
to XXLoose1-Up. Open the 1-bit TIFF files in TIFF Assembler Plus and look at it.
When you turn off the dieline, it is knocking out of the artwork. The dieline should be set to overprint in the original artwork, and another plate-ready file should be supplied.
No Distortion.pdf
with 1stRef-Normz.Output the No Distortion.p1.pdf
to XXLoose1-Up. Open the 1-bit TIFF files in TIFF Assembler Plus and look at it.
When you measure the length of the bearer bars,note that it equals to the repeat length. This indicates that distortion has not been applied. It is possible to output plate-ready files with a distortion applied in the process template, if it is impractical to edit the original file.
XXLoose1-Up Distort.
No Distortion.p1.pdf
, in the Along Width box, type 97
.No Distortion.p1.pdf
to the XXLoose-1Up Distort process template and open the TIFF’s in TAP. Measure the bearer bars. They should now be less than 16.5 in.