RICOH Auto Color Adjuster - RICOH Auto Color Adjuster

1 Using the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster

The RICOH Auto Color Adjuster provides an efficient solution for achieving color adjustment, color matching, colorimetry, and management of printers.

This publication describes the functions of the machine and how to operate each function. It also describes the solutions for resolving the causes of displayed error messages.

These RICOH Auto Color Adjuster publications are also available in PDF format. Click the link to open the PDF:

1.1 Overview of the Machine

This chapter describes the configuration of devices that are required to use the machine, and the names of machine parts. It also describes the applications for controlling the machine.

1.1.1 What Can Be Done on the Machine

This product provides an efficient solution for achieving color adjustment, color matching, colorimetry, and management of printers.

The RICOH Auto Color Adjuster comprises the following four functions:

Quick Color Adjustment: Scans a color chart and generates a profile automatically. Use this function at a regular interval to avoid the changes in the machine condition or printing environment to affect the colors on the output sheets.
Color Sample Matching: Generates a profile based on the printed color sample that you scanned using the Color Sample Matching function. Use the generated profile to reproduce the color tone of the color sample on the printed page as closely as possible.
Management Console: Performs quick certification on the color adjustment result of the printer, according to various certification standards. You can manage the records of changes in the certification result over time, for individual printers.
Colorimetry: The machine measures the colors on a printed test chart at a regular interval. You can save the measurement results in a file and manage them using a color management or other similar application.

Note:

A separate contract is required to use each function except Colorimetry.

1.1.2 Device Configuration

You can operate the machine, register a profile to the DFE, and perform other operations using a computer that is connected to the machine via USB. Use a computer that is connected to the machine in a network environment shown below.

Network environment required for using the machine

1	Machine
2	A computer that is connected to the machine via two USB cables provided with the machine. You can use all functions including Quick Color Adjustment, Color Sample Matching, Colorimetry, and Management Console.
3	A printer and its DFE: Fiery color controller, TotalFlow Print Server, or another printer controlling device.
4	A network computer To manage the colors of the printer, use Management Console.

1.1.2.1 Usage Environment of the Computer

It is recommended to use the computer that is connected to the machine with the environment described below. If you connect the computer in a non-recommended environment, outside parties might view your login ID, password, and other information.

Hard disk encryption (BitLocker) setting
Firewall settings
The access source of the HTTPS/8080 port is restricted appropriately.
Enforcing an appropriate user and login management on the computer

1.1.3 Names of Machine Parts

Describes the basic components of the machine and the terminology used to describe them.

Important:

Do not apply an excessive force to the upper part of the machine. The machine may topple over and cause injury.

1.1.3.1 Front and Left View

Describes the basic components located at the front and left side of the machine.

Front and Left View of the Machine

1. Output tray

The scanned document or color chart is ejected onto this tray.

If the ejected sheets are curled or not stacked neatly, attach the auxiliary tray that is provided with the machine.

Note:

Do not apply an excessive force to the output tray. Doing so might damage the machine.

2. Power switch

Push to turn on or off the power of the machine.

3. Indicator

Indicates the machine status.

Blue (left): The machine is operating normally. The machine is ready to scan originals and color charts.
Red (right): A paper jam or other error occurred. Check the message that is displayed on the computer, and then resolve the cause of the error.

1.1.3.2 Front and Right View

Describes the basic components located at the front and right side of the machine.

Front and Right View of the Machine

1. Front door

Open the cover when removing jammed paper.

2. Paper tray

Open the tray when placing an original or color chart to scan on the machine.

3. Paper guides

Slide the paper guides until they are aligned with the edges of the paper when setting the original or color chart on the paper tray.

4. Extension tray

Extend the extension tray when placing an original or color chart that is longer than 210 mm (8.3 inches) on the paper tray.

Note:

Do not apply an excessive force to the front door, source tray, paper guides, or extension tray. Doing so might damage the machine.

1.1.3.3 Rear and Left View

Describes the basic components located at the rear and left side of the machine.

Rear and Left View of the Machine

1. Ventilation holes

Prevents the internal components of the machine from overheating. Do not block the ventilation holes.

2. USB interface

The computer connects to the machine using two provided USB cables.

USB A 2.0: Connect a USB cable from this port to a USB 2.0/2.1 port of a computer. This port is used to control the machine from the computer.
USB A 3.0: Connect a USB cable from this port to a USB 3.0 port on a computer. This port is used to transfer the data scanned on the machine to the computer.

Important:

Do not use a USB cable other than the cable provided with the machine. Proper operation of the machine is guaranteed only when it is connected to your computer via the provided USB cable.
Do not use an USB extension cable or a hub.

3. Power cord inlet

Connect the power cord that is provided with the machine to this inlet.

: Plug the power cord into a wall outlet that supplies electricity of 220–240 V, 1 A or more, 50/60 Hz.
: Plug the power cord into a wall outlet that supplies electricity of 120–127 V, 1.2 A or more, 60 Hz.

Note:

Make sure that the power cord is securely plugged directly into the wall outlet.

1.1.4 Specifications

Specifies technical details and characteristics of the machine.

Item	Specification
Spectral output	Wavelength between 400-700 nm at 10 nm pitch, spectral reflectance output of 31 points
Lighting conditions	M0 (A), M1 (D50), M2 (A+UV cut) conforming to ISO13655
Measurement backing	White backing conforming to ISO13655
Warm-up time (20°C, rated voltage)	Less than 300 seconds
Scan speed¹	First sheet: 40 seconds, second and subsequent sheets: 35 seconds (A3)
Power source	(mainly Europe) 220-240 V, 1 A, 50/60 Hz (mainly North America) 120-127 V, 1.2 A, 60 Hz
Power consumption (max.)	150 W or less
Dimension (width x length x height)	374 × 727 × 1,098 mm (14.8 × 28.7 × 43.3 inches)
Area occupied by the machine (width x length)	1,102 × 727 mm (paper tray and extension tray opened, and output tray attached)
Mass	86 kg (190 lbs.) including the items provided with the machine
Interfaces	USB 3.0 (for transferring the measured color image data) USB 2.0/2.1 (for controlling the machine)
Recommended temperature and humidity range	Optimum temperature and humidity: 23°C (73.4°F) at 50% Temperature: 10-32°C (50-89.6°F) Humidity: 15-80%
Noise emission (Sound power level)	Standby: 58 dB (A) Scanning: 65.4 dB (A)
Noise emission (Sound pressure level)	Standby: 43.5 dB (A) Scanning: 54.2 dB (A)
Noise emission	Sound power levels and sound pressure levels are actual values measured in accordance with ISO 7779. Sound pressure levels are measured from the position of the bystander.

¹The scan speed might become slower depending on the specifications or usage status of the computer that is connected to the machine.

1.2 Basic Operations of the Machine

This chapter describes basic information about operating the machine and the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster application.

1.2.1 Turning the Machine On and Off

To turn the machine on and off, use the power switch on the left side of the machine.

Important:

Do not turn on the power of the machine immediately after turning it off. Before turning the machine back on, wait for the indicator to remain unlit for 10 seconds or more.
Do not turn off the power of the machine immediately after turning it on. Before turning off the machine, wait for the indicator to remain lit for 10 seconds or more.

1.2.1.1 Turning On the Machine

To turn on the machine, use the power switch on the left side of the machine.

Important:

Do not turn on the power of the machine immediately after turning it off. Before turning the machine back on, wait for the indicator to remain unlit for 10 seconds or more.

To turn on the machine:

Check that the power indicator of the machine is not lit.
Make sure that the power cable is plugged securely into the wall outlet.
Turn on the power switch on the left side of the machine.
The indicator lights up in blue.
Turn on the power of the computer that is connected to the machine.

1.2.1.2 Turning Off the Machine

To turn off the machine, use the power switch on the left side of the machine.

Important:

Do not turn off the power of the machine immediately after turning it on. Before turning off the machine, wait for the indicator to remain lit for 10 seconds or more.

To turn off the machine:

Turn off the power of the computer that is connected to the machine.
Close the source tray as required.
1. Fold the extension tray (1), and set it back to its original position (2).
2. Close the source tray by lifting it until it is locked in place (3).
Remove the output tray from its fixed base as required.
1. Push the output tray upward (1).
2. Pull out the output tray (2).
Turn off the power switch on the left side of the machine.
The indicator turns off.

1.2.2 Using the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster Application

To operate the machine, use the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster that is installed on the computer. This section describes the functions and settings of the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster, and the procedure for starting each function and accessing the settings menus.

How to Access Functions and Settings	Function/Settings	Overview
Select the function or the settings button in the menu screen of the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster	Quick Color Adjustment	Scans a color chart and generates a profile automatically. Register the created profile as the output (printer) profile on the DFE, and use the profile when printing a document. Use this function at a regular interval to avoid the changes in the machine condition or printing environment to affect the colors on the output sheets.
	Color Sample Matching	Generates a profile based on the printed color sample that you scanned using the Color Sample Matching function. Register the created profile as the CMYK input (source) profile on the DFE, and use the profile when printing a document. You can use the generated profile to reproduce the colors of the color sample on the printed page as closely as possible.
	Colorimetry	The machine measures the colors on a printed test chart at a regular interval. You can save the measurement results in a file and manage them using a color management or other similar application.
	Machine Settings	Specify various settings of the machine.
Select the function or the settings button in a web browser	Management Console	Performs quick certification on the color adjustment result of the printer according to various certification standards. You can manage the records of changes in the certification result over time for each printer.
Select the function or the settings button in a web browser	Initial Settings	Specify the printer, paper type, and other settings to use for Quick Color Adjustment.

Note:

You can also use Initial Settings and Management Console from a computer on the network.

1.2.2.1 Displaying the Menu Screen of the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster

Display the menu screen of the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster, and use the Quick Color Adjustment, Color Sample Matching, and Colorimetry functions.

To display the menu screen of the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster:

Start the computer that is connected to the machine via USB cables.
The menu screen is displayed.
If the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster menu screen is not displayed, double-click the RICOH icon ().
Select the function to use.
- To display the online manual, click the Help button () on the menu screen.
The screen of each function is displayed:
- Quick Color Adjustment screen
- Color Sample Matching screen
- Colorimetry screen

1.2.2.2 Starting the Management Console in a Web Browser

To start the Management Console in a web browser:

Start the computer that is connected to the machine via USB cables.
Check the IP address and port number of the server.
1. Click the Machine Settings button () on the menu screen.
2. If the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster menu screen is not displayed, double-click the RICOH icon ().
3. To check the IP address and port number, click Auto Color Adjuster Server Settings.
Start a web browser, and enter the IP address and port number in the address bar.
- Use the following format of the IP address and port number: https://(IP Address):(port number). Do not omit the colon (:) and periods (.). You can omit the entry after ":" when the port number is "80".
- You can also use the Management Console from a computer on the network. In the address bar of the web browser, enter the IP address and port number of the computer that is connected to the machine via USB cables.
- When you are operating more than one machine and using a client computer, consult the administrator for the IP address and port number of the server.
Enter the user name and password.
- The default user name and password are as follows:
  - User name: aca-user
  - Password: user
The Management Console screen is displayed.

1.2.3 Using an Original or Color Chart

1.2.3.1 Available Paper Size and Thickness

The machine can scan paper with the following specifications.

Important:

Paper that does not conform to these specifications might cause a paper jam or may not be measured correctly.
Even if the paper conforms to the specifications, the normal operation of the machine or the scan quality might not be guaranteed.

Paper Specifications

Item	Specification
Type	Wood free paper, coated paper, matte paper, art paper Note: Use the recommended paper when using Quick Color Adjustment.
Paper size: width	210–330.2 mm (8.3–13 inches) 297–330.2 mm (11.7–13.0 inches) when using Quick Color Adjustment
Paper Size: length	210–487.7 mm (8.3–19.2 inches) 420–487.7 mm (16.5–19.3 inches) when using Quick Color Adjustment
Paper weight	73.3–279.0 g/m² (63–240 kg: 5 x 7.4 inches)
Number of sheets	70 sheets when using gloss coated paper of 104 g/m²
Scan area	The machine scans the following blue area:

Note:

When using Colorimetry, use paper of size from A4 (210 x 297 mm, 8.27 x 11.69 inches) or Letter (215.9 x 279.4 mm, 8.5 x 11 inches) up to A3 (330.2 x 482.6 mm, 13 x 19 inches).

1.2.3.1.1 Original or Chart That Cannot Be Used

Do not place an original or color chart in the condition as shown below on the machine:

Bound by a staple or paper clip
Has a hole, rip, or notch
Has a rip or is wrinkled
Pasted together with another piece of paper
Has a piece of adhesive tape or glue on it
Has a protruding part such as an index tab or tag

Important:

Placing an original or chart in one of the conditions previously mentioned might generate a paper jam, or the machine might malfunction.

Correct the curl before placing a heavily curled original or color chart on the machine. You can scan an original or color chart that has a curl that satisfies the following condition: Curled chart that can be used

1	7.5 mm (0.3 inches) or less
2	30 mm (3.9 inches) or more
3	On the leading or trailing end of an original/chart

1.2.3.2 Placing an Original or Color Chart on the Paper Tray

Important:

Do not add an original in the tray while some sheets are still remaining on the tray. Doing so might cause double feeding to occur.
Faint streaks or linear imprints might appear on the surface of the paper when you use an original or color chart that is printed on coated paper or media that is easily scratched.
When loading multiple sheets of paper together, fan the sheets thoroughly, bend and then align the edges slowly several times while holding both edges. If misfeed occurs, place one sheet at a time.

To place an original or color chart on the paper tray:

Open the paper tray.
Pull out the extension tray when you are placing an original that extends beyond the edge of the tray (longer than A4 size paper in portrait orientation).
Gently insert the paper with the side to be scanned facing up.
- Place an original so that it is not stacked above , the upper limit indicator. If you place an original beyond the upper limit indicator, it might be scanned at an angle or cause a paper jam.
Adjust the paper guide to fit the paper size.

1.3 Quick Color Adjustment

Scans a color chart, and generates a profile automatically. Use the function at a regular interval to avoid the colors on the output sheets to be affected by changes in the machine condition or printing environment.

1.3.1 The Operation Flow in Quick Color Adjustment

Scans a color chart, and generates a profile automatically. Register and use the created profile as the output profile (printer profile) on the DFE, and use the profile when printing a document. Use the function regularly to prevent the colors on the output sheets from being affected by changes in the condition of the machine or printing environment (color adjustment).

Also, you can determine if the printed colors are within the tolerance of the standard that you selected in Initial Settings after performing color adjustment or at regular intervals (evaluating the result).

1.3.1.1 Color Adjustment

Use Quick Color Adjustment to perform color adjustment on a printer and evaluate the result.

To perform color adjustment:

Print the color chart for creating a profile on the printer whose color you want to adjust.
On the machine, scan the printed color chart for creating a profile.
A profile is created automatically and registered to the DFE.

^*1The profile might not be registered automatically depending on the DFE that you are using. In this case, register the profile manually on the DFE.

1.3.1.2 Color Verification

You can evaluate the result of color adjustment and check the status of the specified printer.

To perform color verification:

Print the color chart for color verification on the printer you want to evaluate.
Scan the printed chart for color verification on the machine.
On the computer, check that the deviation of the printed colors are within the tolerance of the selected standard.

1.3.1.3 When Performing Color Adjustment and Color Verification

Before performing a high-volume printing run, or after performing maintenance or image quality adjustment on the printer, perform Color Adjustment or Color Verification as follows.

When Color Adjustment is not performed: Perform Color Adjustment.
When Color Adjustment is performed already (when a profile is created and registered): Perform Color Verification. However, perform Color Adjustment, and then perform Color Verification again, when the result of Color Verification is determined to be NG.

During color verification, the average/maximum delta E values in color deviation are evaluated using the standard and tolerance values of the colors that are specified in the selected print standard. Note that the color chart used in the evaluation is modified for use on the machine and does not guarantee conformance with various certification standards.

	Color Chart	Evaluated Item	Print Standard	Tolerance
JA	JC Digital 2011 Coated, Wedge	Average and Max ΔE00	Japan Color 2011 Coated	Digital print certification
US	ISO12647-8 Coated V3 F51	Average and Max ΔE00	GRACoL2013 CRPC6	GRACoL Digital Press Cert
EU	Verify GRACoL2013, Wedge	Average and Max ΔEab	Fogra51	ISO 12647-8
EU	ISO12647-8:2021 Coated V3 F51	Average ΔE2000 (without boundary patches) 95 % ΔE2000 (without boundary patches) CMY gray average ΔCh CMY gray maximum ΔCh Paper white ΔE2000	Fogra51	ISO 12647-8
US	Simple Gray Scale, Wedge 2013	K gray average w ΔL K gray maximum w ΔL CMY gray average w ΔL CMY gray maximum w ΔL CMY gray average w ΔCh CMY gray maximum w ΔCh	GRACol2013 CRPC6	G7 Grayscale

The color deviation and judgment result (OK/ NG) displayed in Post-judgment might differ from those when a different colorimeter is used.

1.3.1.4 How to Use the Quick Color Adjustment Screen

To display the Quick Color Adjustment screen, click Quick Color Adjustment on the computer.

You can view the working status of the profile registration process. You can also check the result of Post-judgement. Viewing the Quick Color Adjustment screen

1. Machine Status

Displays the status of the machine.

2. Scan

Click here to scan the color chart for creating a profile.

3. Chart Scan/Profile Creation and Registration

Displays the status of each printer. Up to 1,000 statuses are displayed. Any older statuses exceeding 1,000 are deleted in chronological order.

Printer Name: Machine name.
Paper Name: Name of the paper registered to the printer in Initial Settings.
Pre-judgement: Deviation on A Page/Between Pages, and the time and result of judgement on the maximum density of CMYK.
Create Profile: Status of creating a profile and the time it was updated.
Register Profile to DFE: Status of registering a profile and the time it was updated.

After you scan a color chart for creating a profile, the process proceeds in the following order: Pre-judgement, Create Profile, and then Register Profile to DFE.

4. Error

Displays a message when an error occurs during a color adjustment process.

5. Color Verification Results

Displays the most recent result of evaluating the adjusted colors on each printer. Up to 1,000 judgement results are displayed. Any older results exceeding 1,000 are deleted in chronological order.

Machine Name: Printer name.
Paper Name: Name of the paper registered to the printer in Initial Settings.
Verification: Post-judgement result.
Ave.: Value of the average color deviation (up to first decimal place).
Max.: Value of the maximum color deviation (up to first decimal place).
Details: Displays the Post-judgement details.

1.3.1.5 Color Chart Types

In the Quick Color Adjustment section, use a color chart that is assigned individually to each combination of the printer and paper to perform color adjustment. When generating the chart, use the PDF that is registered to the DFE during the initial setting process of the machine.

There are two kinds of charts:

Color chart for creating a profile: Use this color chart when registering a profile. Print the chart using with the print setting set to not convert the profile.
Color chart for color verification: Use this chart to determine if the result of color adjustment conforms to the standard. Specify to use the profile of each certification standard as the CMYK source (input) profile and the profile that is created in Quick Color Adjustment as the output (printer) profile, and print the chart.

The following information is included in the printed color chart:

1. Color code

The color code indicates the information of the printer and paper that is specified in the initial setting. Scan the color code on the machine to identify the combination of the printer and paper.

2. Color chart

A group of color boxes that is used to create a profile or evaluate its quality.

Note:

You can confirm the name of the PDF file for the color chart that is assigned to each combination of a printer and paper on which to perform color adjustment in Details of Initial Settings.

1.3.1.6 Precautions When Registering a Profile

A profile is created automatically on the computer when you scan a color chart for creating a profile on the machine. To use the created profile, register it to a DFE (*1).

Creating a profile and registering it to the DFE

The procedure for registering a profile to a DFE varies depending on the setting in DFE Type in Initial Settings.

When the DFE name is specified in DFE Type:
The profile is registered automatically. No user operation is required. Also note that an output profile is associated with a calibration set on Fiery. To register a profile automatically on Fiery, specify the calibration set to which to associate the profile in advance. Enter the correct name in Calibration Set Name in the Add Paper screen of Initial Settings to register the profile automatically while associating it to the calibration set.
- Do not update Fiery Command WorkStation and ColorGATE Productionserver that are installed on the computer connected to the machine. The profile might not be registered automatically if the operating environment changes as a result of the update.
When the DFE that you are using is not available in DFE Type, and Other is specified:
Register a profile that is stored on the computer to the DFE manually. For details about the operation, see the manual of the DFE.

Profiles are stored in the folder that you specify in Save Profile. To display this screen, click Miscellaneous in Initial Settings.

1.3.2 Performing Quick Color Adjustment

Use Quick Color Adjustment to perform color adjustment on a printer and evaluate the result.

Important:

It is recommended to perform image density adjustment in advance.
Check the following before using this function:
- On the printer whose color you want to adjust: The density of the printed image is normal and there are no errors. Check that the paper registered in Initial Settings is loaded.
- The machine: The red indicator is not lit.
- The computer connected to the machine: The menu screen of RICOH Auto Color Adjuster is displayed. Also, the ColorGATE Productionserver must be started and running.
- To use the Quick Color Adjustment function with a Fiery controller, set the Fiery Command WorkStation language to English or Japanese.

Note:

When printing a color chart, use paper that matches the following settings, and specify the paper correctly in the print settings.
- Paper of the size specified in Quick Color Adjustment on the Scan Settings screen.
- The same paper as specified in Paper Type on the Add Paper screen of the Initial Settings screen.
Use the paper that matches the size specified in Quick Color Adjustment on the Scan Settings screen. Otherwise, a paper jam may occur. Change the setting when using paper of a different size.
When ISO12647-8 Coated V3 F51 is specified as the verification standard to verify colors in Verification Wedge, it is recommended to print the color chart on UPM Digi Finesse gloss (250gsm) to determine pass or fail in Color Verification.
Print about 10 copies of the chart, and use the copy that is printed last.

1.3.2.1 Performing Color Adjustment

Adjust the colors printed on the printer by scanning a color chart on the machine and registering the created profile to a DFE.

Note:

You can confirm the name of the PDF file for the color chart that is assigned to each combination of a printer and paper on which to perform color adjustment in Initial Settings ⇒ Details.

To perform color adjustment:

On the operation screen of the Fiery Command WorkStation or the TotalFlow Print Server, print the PDF file of the color chart for creating a profile.
- Do not specify duplex print.
- Print 10 copies of the chart to obtain a stable color output. Use the copy of the profiling chart that is printed last.
1. Select the printer on which to perform color adjustment.
2. Print the document data using the required print settings.
3. When using Fiery, register the print job in the job archive to omit importing the chart.
4. When using the TotalFlow Print Server, keep the job as a saved job to omit importing the chart.
Take the last copy of the profiling chart that you printed.
Place the color chart for creating a profile on the machine, with the print side facing up.
On the computer taskbar, click the RICOH icon ().
- Do not close the Productionserver screen.
Click Quick Color Adjustment.
In the Quick Color Adjuster dialog, click Scan.
In the Scan Chart dialog, click Start Scan.
The machine starts scanning the chart for creating a profile and generates a profile automatically.
- Do not operate the computer while the message Command WorkStation (TM) or TotalFlow is running.Do not touch the mouse or keyboard. is displayed on the screen.

Check that the Pre-judgement, Create Profile, and Register Profile to DFE checkboxes are selected.
If an error occurs, follow the instructions displayed on the screen.
Click Exit.
When you are using a DFE that does not support automatic registration of profiles, register the stored profile manually to the DFE.

1.3.2.1.1 Using Fiery to Print the Color Chart PDF File for Color Adjustment

To obtain a stable color output, print 10 copies of the chart. Use the copy of the profiling chart that is printed the last.

To use Fiery to print the color chart PDF file for color adjustment:

Set the paper specified in Paper Name on the Add/Edit Chart screen of Initial Settings onto the paper tray.
In the MEDIA section, select Paper Catalog or specify the Paper Type, Paper Weight, and Paper Size manually.
In the LAYOUT section, set Duplex to Off.
In the COLOR section, specify the Output profile assigned to Verification Wedge that is registered in the Add/Edit Chart screen of Initial Settings. However, specify Verify GRACoL2013, Wedge when Simple Gray Scale, Wedge 2013 is specified in Verification Wedge.
Set CMYK source to Bypass conversion.
Set Black text and graphics to Normal.

1.3.2.1.2 Using the TotalFlow Print Server to Print the Color Chart PDF File for Color Adjustment

To obtain a stable color output, print 10 copies of the chart. Use the copy of the profiling chart that is printed the last.

To use the TotalFlow Print Server to print the color chart PDF file for color adjustment:

Set the paper specified in Paper Name on the Add/Edit Chart screen of Initial Settings onto the paper tray.
In the Paper section, click Paper catalog to select a paper from the paper catalog. To specify the paper Type, Size, and Weight manually, click Manual paper.
In the Color section, set the CMYK input profile to Pass through.
Set the Reference profile to None.
Set Black (text/line art) to Normal.
Set Black/Gray reproduction to Off when the PDF job processor (RIP) is SCREEN APPE, Kodak APPE, or CPSI.
Set Preserve Pure Black to Off when the PDF job processor (RIP) is Heidelberg APPE.
In the Print Quality section, set the CMYK overprint sequence to After color conversion when the PDF job processor (RIP) is SCREEN APPE or Kodak APPE.

1.3.2.2 Performing Color Verification

You can evaluate the result of the color adjustment, and check the status of the specified printer.

Note:

You can confirm the name of the PDF file for the color chart that is assigned to each combination of a printer and paper on which to perform color adjustment in Initial Settings ⇒ Details.

To perform color verification:

On the operation screen of the Fiery Command WorkStation or the TotalFlow Print Server, print the PDF file of the color chart for verification.
- Do not specify duplex print.
- Print 10 copies of the chart to obtain a stable color output. Use the copy of the profiling chart that is printed last.
1. Select the printer on which to perform color verification.
2. Print the document data using the required print settings.
3. When using Fiery, register the print job in the job archive to omit importing the chart.
4. When using the TotalFlow Print Server, keep the job as a saved job to omit importing the chart.
5. Specify not to retain the RIP-processed data after the process is complete.
Take the last copy of the profiling chart that you printed.
Place the color chart for verification on the machine, with the print side facing up.
On the computer taskbar, click the RICOH icon ().
- Do not close the Productionserver screen.
Click Quick Color Adjustment.
In the Quick Color Adjuster dialog, click Scan.
In the Scan Chart dialog, click Start Scan.
The color chart for color verification is scanned, and the scan result is evaluated.
Check the Color Verification Results.
If NG is displayed, click the Details button to see the Post-judgement details.
If NG is displayed, check that the print settings are specified correctly and the paper conforms to the specified standard, and then perform Quick Color Adjustment again.
Click Exit.
The color verification of the color adjustment result is complete.

Note:

You can check the change in color over time in Management Console.

1.3.2.2.1 Using Fiery to Print the Color Chart PDF File for Color Verification

To obtain a stable color output, print 10 copies of the chart. Use the copy of the profiling chart that is printed last.

To use Fiery to print the color chart PDF file for color verification:

Set the paper specified in Paper Name on the Add/Edit Chart screen of Initial Settings onto the paper tray.
In the MEDIA section, select Paper Catalog or specify Paper Type, Paper Weight, and Paper Size manually.
In the LAYOUT section, set Duplex to Off.
In the COLOR section, select the Output profile that is generated by the color adjustment process.
Set CMYK source to the profile that is specified in Verification Wedge on the Add/Edit Chart screen of Initial Settings.
- Specify Japan Color 2011 Coated when Japan Color Digital 2011 Coated, Wedge is specified in Verification Wedge, specify PSO Coated FOGRA51 (EFI) when ISO12647-8 Coated V3 F51 is specified, or specify GRACoL2013 CRPC6 (EFI) when Verify GRACoL2013, Wedge is specified.
Set the CMYK rendering intent to Relative Colorimetric.
Clear the Black compensation point checkbox.
Set Print CMYK gray using black only to Off.
Set Black text and graphics to Normal.
For the Halftone mode, specify the same setting as the one that was used when the output profile specified in Initial Settings was created.

1.3.2.2.2 Using the TotalFlow Print Server to Print the Color Chart PDF File for Color Verification

To obtain a stable color output, print 10 copies of the chart. Use the copy of the profiling chart that is printed last.

To use the TotalFlow Print Server to print the color chart PDF file for color verification:

Set the paper specified in Paper Name on the Add/Edit Chart screen of Initial Settings onto the paper tray.
In the Paper section, click Paper catalog to select a paper from the paper catalog. To specify the paper Type, Size, and Weight manually, click Manual paper.
In the Color section, set the CMYK input profile to the profile that is specified in Verification Wedge on the Add/Edit Chart screen of Initial Settings.
- Specify Japan Color 2011 Coated when Japan Color Digital 2011 Coated, Wedge is specified in Verification Wedge, specify PSO Coated v3 when ISO12647-8 Coated V3 F51 is specified, or specify GRACoL2013 CRPC6 when Verify GRACoL2013, Wedge is specified.
Set the Reference profile to None.
Set the Printer profile, front to the output profile that is created in color adjustment.
Set Rendering intent to Relative Colorimetric.
Set the Blackpoint compensation to Off when the PDF job processor (RIP) is Heidelberg APPE.
Set Preserve Pure Black to Off when the PDF job processor (RIP) is Heidelberg APPE.
Set Black (text/line art) to Normal.
Set Black/Gray reproduction to Off when the PDF job processor (RIP) is SCREEN APPE, Kodak APPE, or CPSI.
In the Print Quality section, set the Halftone screening to the same settings as specified when creating the output profile that is specified in Initial Settings.
Set the CMYK overprint sequence to After color conversion when the PDF job processor (RIP) is SCREEN APPE.

1.3.3 Troubleshooting (Quick Color Adjustment)

This section describes the solution when a message appears in Quick Color Adjustment or NG occurs frequently in Color Verification Results.

Close the menu screen and restart Windows when the Quick Color Adjustment screen does not appear after you click Quick Color Adjustment on the menu screen. If you still cannot open the Quick Color Adjustment screen from the menu screen, contact your service representative.

1.3.3.1 When a Message Is Displayed (Quick Color Adjustment)

Message	Cause	Solution and Reference
At least one of the maximum densities of C, M, Y, or K does not meet the alert criteria.	The chart was printed on a printer that requires adjustment.	Using the adjustment function of the printer, adjust the toner density of the color that does not meet Alert criteria. Adjust the maximum image density if you are using a RICOH printer. If you are using another printer, adjust the print density. For details about adjusting the printer, see the manual of the printer.
	The threshold value is not specified properly.	Click Set Threshold on the Initial Settings screen, and then check that a proper value is specified. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
Failed to register the profile to Command WorkStation (TM) or TotalFlow. Please try again from the beginning.Call service if this error message is displayed repeatedly.	You operated the computer while the message Command WorkStation (TM) or TotalFlow is running.Do not touch the mouse or keyboard. is displayed on the screen.	Do not operate the computer while the message Command WorkStation (TM) or TotalFlow is running.Do not touch the mouse or keyboard. is displayed on the screen.
	The power of the printer is turned off.	Check that the power of the printer is turned on.
	Connection to the DFE of the printer over the network could not be established, or the network is crowded.	Check that the machine and the DFE of the printer are connected to the network. For details on the network environment, contact the administrator. Restart the DFE and network router.
	The DFE of the printer is operated from another computer.	Do not operate the DFE of the printer when using Quick Color Adjustment.
	When you are operating more than one machine, you cannot access the server from a client computer.	Check that the computer is connected to the network. Restart Windows on the computer and server.
Failed to register the profile to Command WorkStation (TM) or TotalFlow. Please try again from the beginning.Call service if this error message is displayed repeatedly.	When using Fiery, the Calibration Set Name is not registered correctly in Initial Settings ⇒ Add Paper.	Confirm the calibration set name registered on the DFE, and then check that it matches the Calibration Set Name that is registered in Initial Settings ⇒ Add Paper. To confirm the calibration set name registered on the DFE: On the Start menu, click Fiery ⇒ Fiery Command Workstation. Click Server ⇒ Device Center. Click GENERAL ⇒ Tools ⇒ Calibrator. Specify Recalibrate, and then click Next. Check the name that is displayed in the Calibration name pop-up menu. You can also check the calibration set name registered on the DFE by clicking RESOURCES ⇒ Profiles ⇒ Import ⇒ Output ⇒ Calibration on the Device Center screen, and then specifying a new, unregistered ICC profile.
Failed to register the profile to Command WorkStation (TM) or TotalFlow. Please try again from the beginning.Call service if this error message is displayed repeatedly.	When using Fiery, the DFE Server Name is not registered correctly in Initial Settings ⇒ Add/Edit Chart.	To check that the DFE Server Name is registered correctly in Initial Settings: On the Initial Settings screen, specify a combination of Machine Name and Paper Name, and then click Edit Chart. Check the DFE Server Name.
Failed to register the profile to Command WorkStation (TM) or TotalFlow. Please try again from the beginning.Call service if this error message is displayed repeatedly.	A DFE system that is not guaranteed to operate properly is used.	When using Fiery: Check that you are using the system under which normal operation of Fiery is guaranteed. When using the TotalFlow Print Server: Check that you are using the system under which normal operation of TotalFlow Print Server is guaranteed.
	When using Fiery, the printer you are using is installed with a system of a version that is not guaranteed to operate properly.	Check the version of Fiery Command WorkStation that is installed on the computer.
	The password on the DFE does not match the password registered in the database.	Check that the password on the DFE matches the password in the database. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
A newer version of TPS23 is available.	A newer version of ColorGATE Productionserver is available.	RICOH Auto Color Adjuster might not work properly after updating ColorGATE Productionserver. To prevent an unintended update of the application, clear the Update notification checkbox.
The IP address entered in initial settings might be incorrect. Check the setting.	When using Fiery, the DFE IP Address that is registered in Initial Settings ⇒ Add/Edit Chart is specified incorrectly.	To check that the DFE IP Address is registered correctly in Initial Settings. On the Initial Settings screen, specify a combination of Printer Name and Paper Name, and then click Edit Chart. Check that the DFE IP Address is specified correctly.
The calibration setting name entered in initial settings might be incorrect. Check the setting.	When using Fiery, the Calibration Set Name is not registered correctly in Initial Settings ⇒ Add Paper.	Confirm the calibration set name registered on the DFE, and then check that it matches the Calibration Set Name that is registered in Initial Settings ⇒ Add Paper. To confirm the calibration set name registered on the DFE: On the Start menu, click Fiery ⇒ Fiery Command Workstation. Click Server ⇒ Device Center. Click GENERAL ⇒ Tools ⇒ Calibrator. Specify Recalibrate, and then click Next. Check the name that is displayed in the Calibration name pop-up menu. You can also check the calibration set name registered on the DFE by clicking RESOURCES ⇒ Profiles ⇒ Import ⇒ Output ⇒ Calibration on the Device Center screen, and then specifying a new, unregistered ICC profile.
Either the password or server name entered in initial settings might be incorrect. Check the setting.	When using Fiery, the DFE Server Name or DFE Password that is registered in Initial Settings ⇒ Add/Edit Chart is specified incorrectly.	To check that the DFE Server Name and DFE Password are registered correctly in Initial Settings: On the Initial Settings screen, specify a combination of Printer Name and Paper Name, and then click Edit Chart. Check that the DFE Server Name and DFE Password are specified correctly.
Judgement has failed. Please try again from the beginning.Call service if this error message is displayed repeatedly.	An incorrect color chart is used.	Check that the correct color chart is printed. To check the correct number of the color chart: On the Initial Settings screen, specify a combination of Machine Name and Paper Name, and then click Details. Check the Profiling Chart ID.
	The color chart is not scanned correctly.	Place the color chart correctly on the machine.
	A malfunction occurred temporarily, and the chart was not scanned correctly.	Turn off the power of the machine, and then turn it on again. Exit Quick Color Adjustment, Color Sample Matching, Colorimetry, and the machine settings if those applications are running, and then start them again from the menu screen. If only the menu screen is displayed, start the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster again.
Judgement has failed. Please try again from the beginning.Call service if this error message is displayed repeatedly.	When you are operating more than one machine, you cannot access the server from a client computer.	Check that the computer is connected to the network. Restart Windows on the computer and server. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
Failed to create the profile. Please try again from the beginning.Call service if this error message is displayed repeatedly.	The connection timed out before a profile was created.	Check that the ColorGATE Productionserver is running. When the REST is not running, click Options ⇒ REST Server... ⇒ Start server on the ColorGATE Productionserver menu. Restart Windows. When you are using a client computer, restart Windows on the server also.
	Another application is using the file with an extension such as IT8 and ICC that is used when creating a profile.	Quit all other applications when using Quick Color Adjustment. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
Adjustment will be executed even though the deviation between pages exceeds the alert criteria. Use the adjustment functions on the printer for image quality adjustment. In the case of a Ricoh machine, execute the following. [02 Machine: Image Quality] - [0201 Execute Image Quality Adjustment] - [01: Adjust Image Density] In the case of a machine that is not a Ricoh, use the adjustment functions on the printer to reduce deviation between pages.	The chart was printed on a printer that requires adjustment.	Adjust the printer following the instructions described in the message. For details about adjusting the printer, see the manual of the printer.
	The threshold value is not specified properly.	Click Set Threshold on the Initial Settings screen, and then check that a proper value is specified. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
Adjustment will be executed even though the deviation on a page exceeds the alert criteria. Use the adjustment functions on the printer for image quality adjustment. In the case of a Ricoh machine, execute the following. [02 Machine: Image Quality] - [0201 Execute Image Quality Adjustment] - [02: Density Difference: With Fd] [10 Density Difference Printing: Across Feed] In the case of a machine that is not a Ricoh, use the adjustment functions on the printer to reduce unevenness in the print density on a page.	The chart was printed on a printer that requires adjustment.	Adjust the printer following the instruction described in the message.
	The threshold value is not specified properly.	Click Set Threshold on the Initial Settings screen, and then check that a proper value is specified. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
Failed to scan.	An incorrect color chart is used.	Check that the correct color chart is printed. To check the correct number of the color chart: On the Initial Settings screen, specify a combination of Machine Name and Paper Name, and then click Details. Check the Profiling Chart ID.
	The color chart is not scanned correctly.	Place the color chart correctly on the tray of the machine.
	A malfunction occurred temporarily, and the chart was not scanned correctly.	Turn off the power of the machine, and then turn it on again. Exit Quick Color Adjustment, Color Sample Matching, Colorimetry, and the machine settings if those applications are running, and then start them again from the menu screen. If only the menu screen is displayed, start the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster again.

Note:

If any other message is displayed, follow the instructions in the message.

1.3.3.2 NG occurs frequently in Color Verification Results

Cause	Solution and reference
An incorrect color chart is used.	Check that the correct color chart is printed. To check the correct number of the color chart: On the Initial Settings screen, specify a combination of Machine Name and Paper Name, and then click Details. Check the Verification Wedge ID.
The color chart is not scanned correctly.	Place the color chart correctly on the tray of the machine.
The color chart is not printed on correct paper.	Print the color chart on the type of paper that is specified in Paper Type under Manage Paper on the Initial Settings screen.
The threshold value is not specified properly.	On the Initial Settings screen, specify the default value in Set Threshold.
The color chart for creating a profile or the color chart for color verification is printed using incorrect print settings.	Print the color chart for creating a profile using the correct print settings. Print the color chart for verification using the correct print settings.
Data that was processed by the RIP remains in the job for printing color chart for color verification registered on the DFE.	Check for RIP-processed data in the job for printing the color chart for color verification on the DFE, delete the data if any remains, and print the job again. For details about the operation, see the manual of the DFE.
The color reproduction status of the printer changed after the profile was created.	Perform Quick Color Adjustment again.

Note:

If NG continues to occur frequently, contact your service representative.

1.4 Color Sample Matching

Color sample matching creates a profile based on the printed color sample that you scanned. Register and use the created profile as the CMYK input (source) profile on the DFE, and use the profile when printing a document.

Use the created profile to reproduce the color tone of the color sample on the printed page as closely as possible.

1.4.1 Operation Workflow in Color Sample Matching

Scan or load a color sample, then scan the test print of a document (PDF) on the machine. Afterwards, compare and match their colors using Color Sample Matching. Use the ICC profile generated by the color matching process to print the document in colors approximating the colors of the color sample as closely as possible.

If you have the saved original data and the saved golden sample, load them.

If you do not have the saved original data and the saved golden sample, prepare the original PDF and the color sample.
1. Print the document on paper (generate a hard copy of the document).
2. Select Color Sample Matching, and then display the document in the application.
3. Place the color sample on the paper tray of the machine, and then scan it in Color Sample Matching.
Place the hard copy of the document that you printed in step 2 on the machine, and then scan it in Color Sample Matching.
Perform color matching in Color Sample Matching, and then save the profile.
Optional: Save the original data and the golden sample data.
Register the profile to a DFE, and then print the document using the profile.
The colors are matched to the sample and the document is printed.

1.4.1.1 How to Use the Color Sample Matching Screen

To open the Color Sample Matching dialog, select Color Sample Matching in the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster application. Operate the items in the Color Sample Matching dialog from left to right to create a profile to be used when printing.

Color Sample Matching

1. Load

Select the Load button to load the file containing the original data and the scanned golden sample.

2. Original Data

Open the document (PDF) on the computer, and then display the image.

Select File: Specify the document.
Specify Area: Specify the image orientation and area in order to match the position of the color sample and printed document.
: Specify the page

3. Save

Select Save on the upper-left side of the Color Sample Matching dialog to save the files containing the original data and the scanned golden sample. This action allows you to reuse the original PDF file and the scanned golden sample, without keeping the physical golden sample and scanning it again.

Note:

This button is active only after the color sample matching is complete.

4. Golden Sample

Place the color sample on the machine, and then display its image on the screen.

Paper Size, Sub Scan: Specify the paper size of the color sample placed on the machine. If you specified Custom Size, enter the paper length along the sub scan direction from 210 through 487.7 mm (from 8.3 through 19.2 inches) in Sub Scan.
Scan: Scan the color sample.
Specify Area: Specify the image orientation and area to match the position with the printed document (PDF).
Delete: Select to delete the scanned image.

5. Before Color Matching

Scan the printed document on the machine, and then display its image on the screen.

Scan: Select to scan the printed document.
Specify Area: Specify the image orientation and area to match the position with the printed document (PDF).
Delete: Select to delete the scanned image.

6. Reprint After Color Matching

Perform color matching. A simulated image is displayed when the color matching process is complete.

Execute Color Matching: Select to adjust the printed color to match the Golden Sample.
CMYK Source, CMYK Rendering: Specify the source profile and rendering intent to be used when printing the document data.

7. Show ΔE Map

Visually inspect the color deviation. Before Color Matching shows the color deviation map before applying color matching and Reprint After Color Matching shows the map after you apply color matching. The bright area in the color deviation map indicates colors that have a large deviation in color. The color deviation is calculated by subtracting the value of paper color and truncating the decimals.

8. Average Color Deviation

Displays the average color deviation before and after (simulated) matching colors. The average color deviation is derived by calculating the average color deviation value of all pixels in the image.

9. Save

Select Save on the lower-right side of the Color Sample Matching dialog to save the profile that is generated after performing a color matching process.

1.4.1.2 Supported Format of Document Data in Color Sample Matching

Color Sample Matching supports document data that fulfills the following conditions simultaneously:

Data in a format that is supported on the printer used to output "Original Data"
CMYK (Data containing special colors, RGB, grayscale, or DeviceN is not supported)
A PDF file of any of the following versions:
- PDF1.3 (Acrobat 4.x) to PDF1.6 (Acrobat 7.x)
- PDF1.7 Adobe Extension Level 3 (Acrobat 9.x)
- PDF1.7 Adobe Extension Level 8 (Acrobat X)
- PDF/X-1a
- PDF/X-3
- PDF/X-4
A PDF file with embedded fonts

Color matching might fail on the following images even if the above conditions are fulfilled:

An image that is entirely filled in a solid color and comprises no gradation or edge.
An image comprising a design of line symmetry or rotation symmetry.
When the same image is imposed repeatedly
Page comprises a lot of characters and line drawings
Page comprises an extreme color scheme, such as mainly containing colors of a specific color family
Page is covered entirely by a fine pattern
When the screen size is small

Note:

When using a color chart for color sample matching, the area outside the color patches that comprises the color chart is also subject to the effect of color matching.
Color matching may fail in the following cases even when you are using original data that can be used for color sample matching.
- The color gamut of the printer to print the original data is too small.
- The number of inks used in the original data and that of the printer used for printing differ, for example, when the color sample is printed using a printer with 4-color ink and the original data is printed on a printer with 7-color ink.
- When the color of the paper in the color sample differs from the color of the paper loaded in the printer that prints the document data.

1.4.2 Performing Color Sample Matching

This function prints a document on paper while matching the colors in the document to the colors of printed color samples. This section describes the basic operation when color matching a single-page document.

Important:

It is recommended to perform image density adjustment in advance.
Check the following before performing this function:
- The printer: Paper of the size specified in the document data is loaded, and there are no errors.
- The machine: The red indicator is not lit.
- The computer connected to the machine: The menu screen of the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster is displayed, and no other applications are running.
- Original Data: Specify data that can be used in Color Sample Matching.
- Printed color sample: The color sample must be printed in the same size as the size that is specified in the document data.

1.4.2.1 Preparing the Data for Color Sample Matching

Select the original data, scan the color sample and the printed document on the machine, and display them on the Color Sample Matching screen.

Note:

Print more than one copy of the document data (PDF), and use the copy that is printed last.

To prepare the data required in sample matching:

Print the document data (PDF).
1. Select the printer on which to perform color matching.
2. Print the document data using the required print settings.
  - Do not reduce or enlarge the document when printing.
On the computer, select Color Sample Matching.
The Color Sample Matching screen is displayed.
- Operate the items displayed on the screen from left to right.
If you have the saved original data and the saved golden sample, load them.
1. To load the saved original data and the saved golden sample, select Load.
2. In the Select Folder dialog, select the folder containing the saved original data and golden sample data.
3. Click Select Folder.
  The original file and the golden sample are displayed in the Color Sample Matching dialog.
If you do not have a saved golden sample, scan it.
1. In the Original Data section, click Select File.
2. In the Select Original Data dialog, select the file containing the original data.
  - The CMYK Source Profile Setting Error is displayed when a profile is not specified in CMYK Source under Reprint After Color Matching.
  The image from the selected file is displayed in the Original Data section.
3. Place the color sample with the side to scan facing up on the source tray of the machine.
4. In the Golden Sample section, select the paper size of your printed color sample.
5. If you select Custom Size, enter the paper length along the sub scan direction in Sub Scan.
  - A paper jam might occur if you select a paper size that differs from the paper size of the golden sample you want to scan.
6. In the Golden Sample section, select Scan.
  When the scaninng is complete, the scanned image appears in the Golden Sample section.
Place the printed document with the side to scan facing up on the machine.
- If you printed more than one copy of the document data (PDF), use the copy that is printed last.
In the Before Color Matching section, specify the paper size of the printed original. If you specified Custom Size, enter the paper length along the sub scan direction in Sub Scan.
- A paper jam might occur if you select a paper size that differs from the paper size of the original you want to scan.
Select Scan in the Before Color Matching section.
When the scan is complete, the scanned image appears in the Before Color Matching section.
Proceed to the process of creating a profile.

1.4.2.1.1 Using Fiery to Print the PDF File for Color Matching

To use Fiery to print the PDF file for color matching:

In the COLOR section, set the Output profile to a profile that matches the paper that you use or specify the profile that you updated using Quick Color Adjustment.
For the CMYK source, select other setting than ColorWiseOFF or Bypass conversion.
Clear the Use CMYK embedded profiles checkbox.
Clear the Spot color matching checkbox.
Clear the PDF/X output intent checkbox.

1.4.2.1.2 Using the TotalFlow Print Server to Print the PDF File for Color Matching

To use the TotalFlow Print Server to print the PDF file for color matching:

In the Color section, set the Printer profile, front to a profile that matches the paper that you use or specify the profile that you updated using Quick Color Adjustment.
For the CMYK input profile, select other setting than Pass through.
Set the Use embedded profile next to CMYK input profile to Off.
Set Spot color matching to Off.
Set the Use PDF/X output intent to Off.

1.4.2.2 Matching Colors and Creating a Profile

Match colors to the image displayed in the Before Color Matching section, and then create a profile.

To match colors and create a profile:

Check the profile that is specified in the print setting when printing the document data.
- The name of the item to check varies depending on the DFE that you use.
  - For Fiery, the name of the setting is CMYK source.
  - For the TotalFlow Print Server, the name of the setting is CMYK input profile.

Specify the profile that you checked in step 1 of CMYK source in Reprint After Color Matching.
- To add a profile, select the Add button (), and then specify the profile to add.
Check the rendering intent that was specified in the print setting when printing the document data.
- The name of the item to check varies depending on the DFE that you use.
  - For Fiery, the name of the setting is CMYK rendering intent.
  - For the TotalFlow Print Server, the name of the setting is Rendering intent.
Specify CMYK Rendering in Reprint After Color Matching.
- Specify Perceptual when Photographic is specified in Fiery, or specify Saturation when Presentation is specified.
Select Execute Color Matching.
The color matching process starts, and a profile is created. Wait for the process to finish. When the color matching process is complete, the processed image is displayed in Reprint After Color Matching.
Check the average color deviation (simulated) after color matching is applied.
- The average color deviation is derived by averaging the color deviation values of all pixels in the image.
Check the color deviation on the color deviation map.
1. Select Show ΔE Map.
  The color deviation map is displayed, and the button label changes to Hide ΔE Map.
2. Check the deviation of colors.
  - The color deviation is calculated by subtracting the value of paper color and truncating the decimals.
  - The brighter area in the map indicates the color of a larger deviation.
3. Select Hide ΔE Map.
Optional: Save the files containing the original data and the scanned golden sample data.
1. To save the files containing the original data and the scanned golden sample, select Save on the upper-left side of the Color Sample Matching dialog.
2. If the folder where you want to save the original data and the golden sample data is not yet created, select New Folder in the Select Folder dialog. Then enter the name of the new folder.
3. Select the folder where you want to save the original data and the golden sample data and click Select Folder.
  The application saves the original data and the golden sample data to the selected folder.
To save the profile, select Save on the lower-right side of the Color Sample Matching dialog.
- The format of the file name assigned to a profile is Match_yyyymmddhhmm.icc. Change it as required.
Select Exit.
The color matching process is complete, and the profile is saved. If you saved the golden sample data, load it next time you need to match colors and create a profile based on the same golden sample.

1.4.2.2.1 Using the Profile to Print a Document with Fiery

Use the profile created by the color matching process to print documents in the colors that match the colors in the color sample.

Note:

The operation procedure varies depending on the DFE that you are using. When using a DFE other than Fiery or the TotalFlow Print Server, see the manual of your DFE.

Start the Fiery Command WorkStation.
Log in to the application as the system administrator.
Click Server ⇒ Device Center.
Click RESOURCES ⇒ Profiles.
Click Import, and then specify CMYK Source and Simulation.
Specify the profile that has been created.
The profile is imported to Fiery.
Specify the imported profile in CMYK source: of the print setting.
For other items, specify the same settings that you specified when printing the document data before performing color matching.
Print the document.

1.4.2.2.2 Using the Profile to Print a Document with TotalFlow Print Server

Use the profile created by the color matching process to print documents in the colors that match the colors in the color sample.

Note:

The operation procedure varies depending on the DFE that you are using. When using a DFE other than Fiery or TotalFlow Print Server, see the manual of your DFE.

Start the TotalFlow Print Server using an account that has administrator rights.
Click Settings ⇒ Profiles.
Click Color Management ⇒ Profiles.
Click the Edit button (), in CMYK input profile.
Click Import ⇒ CMYK Source and Simulation.
Specify the created profile, and then click Import.
Specify the CMYK input profile, and then click OK.
Specify the profile that has been created.
The profile is imported to the TotalFlow Print Server.
Specify the imported profile in CMYK input profile of the print setting.
In other fields, specify the same settings that you specified when printing the document data before performing color matching.
Print the document.

1.4.3 Use Cases

By using a document comprising multiple pages, or specifying a specific area on a page, you can improve the quality of color reproducibility.

1.4.3.1 Using a Multipage Document

To improve the quality of color reproducibility, use a document comprising up to 15 pages.

To use a multipage document:

Print the document data (PDF).
1. Select the printer on which to perform color matching.
2. Print the document data.
  - Do not reduce or enlarge the document when printing.
On the computer, click Color Sample Matching.
The Color Sample Matching screen is displayed.
- Operate the items displayed on the screen from left to right.

In the Original Data section, click Select File.
In the Select Original Data dialog, select the file containing the original data.
The selected file is displayed in the Original Data section.
Click the Previous Page button (), and the Next Page button () to move to the page where to match colors.
Place the color sample with the side to scan facing up on the source tray of the machine.
In the Golden Sample section, select the paper size of your printed color sample.
If you select Custom Size, enter the paper length along the sub scan direction in Sub Scan.
- A paper jam might occur if you select a paper size that differs from the paper size of the golden sample you want to scan.
In the Golden Sample section, select Scan.
When the scanning is complete, the scanned image appears in the Golden Sample section.
Place the printed document with the side to scan facing up on the machine.
In the Before Color Matching section, specify the paper size of the printed original. If you specified Custom Size, enter the paper length along the sub scan direction in Sub Scan.
- A paper jam might occur if you select a paper size that differs from the paper size of the original you want to scan.

In the Before Color Matching section, click Scan.
When the scanning is complete, the scanned image is displayed in Before Color Matching.
To scan all pages, repeat steps from 3 through 13.
In the Original Data section, click the Previous Page button (), and the Next Page button () to check that all pages are scanned.
Proceed to the process of creating a profile.

1.4.3.2 Specifying the Area and Orientation

When you are matching colors on the pages in imposed document data that are printed separately for each page, specify the same area and orientation on all pages to improve the quality of color reproducibility. Also, specify the area to align the position when Alignment Error is displayed.

To specify the area and orientation:

Print the document data (PDF).
1. Select the printer on which to perform color matching.
2. Print the document data using the required print settings.
  - Do not reduce or enlarge the document when printing.
On the computer, click Color Sample Matching.
The Color Sample Matching screen is displayed.
- Operate the items displayed on the screen from left to right.
If you have the saved original data and the saved golden sample, load them.
1. To load the saved original data and the saved golden sample for the specified area, select Load.
2. In the Select Folder dialog, select the folder containing the saved original data and golden sample data.
3. Click Select Folder.
  The specified area from the original file and the specified area from the golden sample are displayed in the Color Sample Matching dialog.

If you do not have a saved golden sample for the specified area, scan it.
1. In the Original Data section, click Select File.
2. In the Select Original Data dialog, select the file containing the original data.
  The image from the selected file is displayed in the Original Data section.
3. In the Original Data section, click Specify Area.
4. To change the orientation of the image, click 90° CCW or 90° CW.
5. To specify the area, click a corner of the area to specify, and drag it diagonally.
  A blue rectangle indicates the specified area.
6. Click OK.
  The image of the area and orientation that is specified in Original Data is displayed.
7. Place the color sample with the side to scan facing up on the source tray of the machine.
8. In the Golden Sample section, select the paper size of your printed color sample. If you select Custom Size, enter the paper length along the sub scan direction in Sub Scan.
  - A paper jam might occur if you select a paper size that differs from the paper size of the golden sample you want to scan.
9. In the Golden Sample section, select Scan.
  When the scanning is complete, the image matching the area selected in Original Data is displayed in Golden Sample.
10. To change the selected area of the image, click Specify Area in the Golden Sample section, and then select the area again. Use the same procedure as described in step 4, substeps from 4.4 through 4.6.
Place the printed document with the side to scan facing up on the machine.
In the Before Color Matching section, select the size of the printed original. If you select Custom Size, enter the paper length along the sub scan direction in Sub Scan.
- A paper jam might occur if you select a paper size that differs from the paper size of the original you want to scan.
In the Before Color Matching section, click Scan.
When the scanning is complete, the image matching the area selected in Original Data is displayed in Before Color Matching.
To change the selected area of the image, click Specify Area in Before Color Matching, and then select the area again. Use the same procedure as described in step 4, substeps from 4.4 through 4.6.
Proceed to the process of creating a profile.

1.4.4 Troubleshooting (Color Sample Matching)

This section describes solutions when messages appear in Color Sample Matching. It also describes the procedure for improving the quality of color reproducibility.

Note:

If the Color Sample Matching screen does not appear, and no message is displayed when you click Color Sample Matching in the menu screen, close the menu screen, and restart Windows. If you still cannot display the Color Sample Matching screen, contact your service representative.

1.4.4.1 When a Message Is Displayed (Color Sample Matching)

Message	Cause	Solution and reference
CMYK Source Profile Setting Error	CMYK source in Reprint After Color Matching is not specified.	In CMYK source of Reprint After Color Matching, specify the profile that was specified in the print setting when the document data was printed.
Alignment Error	The image that is specified in Original Data cannot be used for color matching.	Color matching is not possible on some images such as an image that is a solid color or a design of line or rotation symmetry. Check that the specified image is supported.
	The scanned document or color sample does not match the image that is displayed in Original Data.	Scan a document or color sample that matches the image that is displayed in Original Data.
	The area or orientation of the image scanned in Golden Sample and Before Color Matching does not match the area or orientation that is specified in Specify Area of Original Data.	Specify the same image in Specify Area of Golden Sample and Before Color Matching as the image specified in Original Data, and then specify the same area and orientation as the original data.
Color Matching Error	One or more settings are specified incorrectly.	Repeat the procedure from the beginning. If Alignment Error occurs, solve the problem accordingly.
Overwriting [###] is prohibited. [###] stands for a pre-installed file name.	You specified a file name that is the same as the name of a pre-installed file in CMYK Source of Reprint After Color Matching.	The pre-installed files cannot be overwritten. Specify a different file name.
Deleting [###] is prohibited. [###] stands for a pre-installed file name.	You tried to delete a pre-installed file in CMYK Source of Reprint After Color Matching.	The pre-installed files cannot be deleted.
File Selection Error Failed to open [###]. Either the color space is not supported or the file has been corrupted. [###] stands for a file name.	A file whose color space is not CMYK is specified in CMYK Source of Reprint After Color Matching, or the specified file is corrupted.	Check that you can open the file in the application for your DFE or another application. Specify another file in CMYK Source of Reprint After Color Matching, and then check that the file works properly. Specify a file whose color space is CMYK. To view the color space information of a profile, use an application that can display the profile information. You can read the profile information and confirm the Color Space information in "ICC Profile Inspector" that is provided by ICC (International Color Consortium), for example. The application is free for use and available for download at ICC Profile Inspector .
File Selection Error Failed to open [###]. Either the file format is not supported or the file has been corrupted. [###] stands for a file name.	A file that cannot be used is specified in Original Data, or the file is corrupted.	Check that the file is of a type that is supported in Color Sample Matching. Check that you can open the file in another application. Specify another file in Original Data, and then check that the file works properly.
Character Type Error	A non-single byte alphanumeric letter in the file name is entered when saving the profile.	Use single-byte alphanumeric letters only when changing the file name.
Reached Upper Limit	A color sample or document whose number of pages exceeds 15 is scanned.	The maximum number of pages in a color sample or document that can be scanned is 15. To delete the images that are already scanned, switch to the image to delete in Original Data, and then click Delete in Golden Sample or Before Color Matching.
Raster Image Process Error	GPL Ghostscript might not be installed correctly, or the environmental variables in GPL Ghostscript are specified incorrectly.	Check the settings for the environmental variables. Reinstall GPL Ghostscript. If the error persists, contact your service representative.

Note:

If any other message is displayed, follow the instructions in the message.

1.4.4.2 Improving the Quality of Color Reproducibility

This section describes the procedure to improve the quality of color reproducibility by performing the color matching process twice when a large deviation in color is detected even after a color matching process is performed and the profile is created.

Important:

The quality of reproducibility in color might not improve even after performing this procedure.

To improve the quality of color reproducibility:

To save the profile, select Save on the lower-right side of the Color Sample Matching dialog.
- The format of the file name assigned to a profile is Match_yyyymmddhhmm.icc. Change it as required.
Print a document using the profile that you saved.
In the Before Color Matching section, click Delete.
Place the printed document with the printed side facing up on the machine.
Specify the size of the printed original in Before Color Matching.
- If you specified Custom Size, enter the paper length along the sub scan direction in Sub Scan.
- A paper jam might occur if you select a paper size that differs from the paper size of the original you want to scan.
Click Scan in Before Color Matching.
Scanning starts. Wait for scanning to finish. When the scan is complete, the scanned image appears in Before Color Matching.
Specify the profile that was used in step 2 in CMYK Source of Reprint After Color Matching.
- To add a profile, click the Add button (), and then specify the profile to add.
Click Execute Color Matching, and check the color deviation again.

1.5 Management Console

Performs quick certification on the color adjustment result of the printer according to various certification standards. You can manage the records of changes in the certification result over time for individual printers.

You can also print a report file, and then use it to manage the print quality of each printer.

1.5.1 Operation Workflow of Management Console

Print the test chart to use for color verification in Quick Color Adjustment on the printer to obtain the color verification data.
Scan the color chart for color verification in Quick Color Adjustment on the machine.
The color verification data is saved on the computer that is connected to the machine via USB cables.
Display Management Console on the computer, and then check the change over time.
- You can use the data to manage the state of color on each printer or print a report file in CSV format.
- Obtain the color verification data in the following cases according to its purpose.
  - To check the result of color verification: After performing color adjustment in Quick Color Adjustment
  - To check the color change over time on a printer: At regular intervals, or before executing the final printing for delivery
- You can use Management Console from a computer that is connected to the machine directly via USB cables, or from another computer that is connected to the machine over a network.

1.5.2 Checking the Color Adjustment Result in Management Console

You can check the change over time of the results of color adjustment and color verification in Quick Color Adjustment, and then manage the color status of printers.

1.5.2.1 How to Use the Management Console Screen

Enter the IP address and port number of the computer in the address bar of a web browser to display the Management Console screen.

1. Location:

Select the location of the graph to display. A location points to a group of printers that are registered in Initial Settings. Select All to display all printers.

2. Date Range:

Specify the period to display a graph.

3. Change View:

Specify whether to display a graph for each printer model, or for each paper.

4. Printing condition:

Select a color chart to display in the graph from the following:

JC Digital 2011 Coated, Wedge: For determining the color reproducibility in Japan Color 2011 Coated from the measurement results of Japan Color control strip (54 colors) and average of 4 measurements of the same colors.
ISO12647-8 Coated V3 F51: For determining the color reproducibility in Fogra51 from the measurement results of Fogra Media Wedge V3 (72 colors) and average of 4 measurements of the same colors
Verify GRACoL2013, Wedge: For determining the color reproducibility in GRACoL2013 from the measurement results of Digital Press control strip 2013 (84 colors) and average of 4 measurements of the same colors.
Simple Gray Scale, Wedge 2013: Confirms the color reproducibility of Simple Grayscale based on the measurement results of Digital Press control strip 2013 (average of 84 colors × 4 sets).
ISO12647-8:2021 Coated V3 F51: Confirms the color reproducibility of ISO 12647-8:2021 [VPC] based on the measurement results of Fogra Media Wedge (average of 72 colors × 4 sets).

5. Management Console/ Initial Settings

Click here to switch between the Management Console and Initial Settings screens.

6. Display Language Select icon ()

Click this to switch the display language. You can switch between English, Japanese, German, French, Spanish, Dutch, or Italian.

7. Software In-use icon ()

Check for the software that is being used.

8. User Manual Display icon ()

Click this to display the user manual.

9. Export

Click here to save a report file in CSV format.

10. Save

Click here to update the value after changing Date Range:.

11. Graph

The values that correspond to the settings specified in Location:, Change View:, Date Range:, and Printing condition: are displayed in a graph with the date as the horizontal axis.

12. Printer Name:

Indicates the printer that is registered in the selected Location:. You can narrow down the graph to display by clearing the check box of the printer to hide its plot on the graph.

13. Paper to Display:

Displays Paper to Display: that is registered in Location: that you selected. You can narrow down the graph to display by clearing the checkbox of Paper to Display: to hide its plot points on the graph.

1.5.2.1.1 How to Read the Graph

The line graph is displayed in the Management Console screen.

Line Graph in the Management Console Screen

1. Line graph

A graph line is displayed for each printer or paper. The color of the line corresponds to the color of the Printer Name: or Paper to Display: checkbox.

A solid line indicates an average color deviation, and a dotted line indicates the maximum color deviation.

2. Color deviation (ΔE2000)

The vertical axis shows the value of color deviation.

3. Printer Name

4. Plot point ●

Place the mouse cursor on a plot to display the date and time the data was obtained and the color deviation.

A plot displayed in red represents a value that is outside the threshold, and ￭ indicates a value that is obtained when you perform Post-judgement for the first time after registering the ICC profile in color adjustment.

5. Threshold value (maximum)

The horizontal dotted line represents the maximum threshold value that is specified in Initial Settings.

6. Threshold value (average)

The horizontal solid line represents the average threshold value that is specified in Initial Settings.

7. Date

The horizontal axis represents the date.

1.5.2.2 Checking the Change in Color over Time

On the Management Console screen, you can check the change in color over time. To check the most recent status of a printer, perform color verification of Quick Color Adjustment, and then open the Management Console screen.

To check the change in color over time:

Check the IP address and port number of the server.
1. If the menu screen is not already displayed, click the RICOH icon () on the desktop, to start it.
2. Click the Machine Settings button () on the menu screen.
3. Click Auto Color Adjuster Server Settings, and check the IP address and port number.
  - You can use Management Console from a computer on the network. In the address bar of the web browser, enter the IP address and port number of the computer that is connected to the machine via a USB cable.
  - When you are operating more than one machine and using a client computer, consult the administrator for the IP address and port number of the server.
Start your web browser, and enter the IP address and port number in the address bar.
- Enter the IP address and port number using the https://(IP Address):port number format. Do not omit the colon (:) or period (.). However, if the port number is 80, you can omit the colon (:) and the port number.
Enter the user name and password.
- The default user name and password are as follows:
  - User name: aca-user
  - Password: user
The Management Console screen is displayed, and you can view the graph that reflects the following settings:
- Location: All
- Printing condition: The chart specified in Initial Settings
- Date Range: seven days ago to today
- Change View: Model
Specify the period to view the graph in Date Range:, and then click Save.
Change the settings in Location:, Printing condition:, and Change View:.
1. In the Location: field, specify the location in which the printer to check is located.
2. In the Printing condition: field, specify the target condition (standard) against which to compare the colors.
3. In the Change View: field, specify whether to display a graph for each printer model, or for each paper.
To narrow down the printer or paper to display on the graph, clear the checkboxes of the items to hide.
Check the graph.
To save a report file, click Export.
The values of each item for the displayed period are saved in CSV format.
Close the web browser.

1.5.2.2.1 Report Containing Graph Data

You can export a report based on the line graph displayed on the Management Console screen. The report file is exported as a CSV file.

Items Included in the Report File

Item in report file	Description
IP Address	IP Address
Server Name	DFE name
Machine Name	Printer name
Location	Category
Paper Type	Paper type
Paper Name	Paper name
ICC Profile Name	ICC profile name
Printing Condition	Chart name
Max Threshold ^{1, 2} Ave Threshold ^{1, 2} 95 Percentile [without boundary patches] Threshold ^{2, 5} Ave [without boundary patches] Threshold ^{2, 5} K gray average wΔL Threshold ⁴ K gray maximum wΔL Threshold ⁴ CMY gray average wΔL Threshold ⁴ CMY gray maximum wΔL Threshold ⁴ CMY gray average wΔCh Threshold ⁴ CMY gray maximum wΔCh Threshold ⁴ CMY gray DeltaCh AVE Threshold ⁵ CMY gray DeltaCh MAX Threshold ⁵ Paper White DELTA Threshold ⁵	Standards for Various Charts
Date Time	Date and time (year, month, day, hour, minute, and second) of the measurement
DELTA	Value of individual color deviation
DELTA AVE ^{1, 3}	Average delta E
DELTA AVE [without boundary patches] ^{2, 5}	Average delta E excluding boundary patches
95 Percentile [without boundary patches] ^{2, 5}	Delta E of 95^th percentile patches excluding boundary patches
CMY gray average wΔL ⁴	Average weighted delta L of CMY gray
CMY gray maximum wΔL ⁴	Maximum weighted delta L of CMY gray
K gray average wΔL ⁴	Average weighted delta L of K gray
K gray maximum wΔL ⁴	Maximum weighted delta L of K gray
CMY gray average wΔCh ⁴	Average weighted delta Ch of CMY gray
CMY gray maximum wΔCh ⁴	Maximum weighted delta Ch of CMY gray
CMY gray DeltaCh AVE ⁵	Average delta Ch of composite gray
CMY gray DeltaCh MAX ⁵	Maximum delta Ch of composite gray
Paper White DELTA ⁵	Delta E of paper whiteness

¹ When using the Japan Color Digital 2011 Coated, Wedge chart

² When using the ISO12647-8 Coated V3 F51 chart

³ When using the Verify GRACoL2013, Wedge chart

⁴ When using the Simple Gray Scale, Wedge 2013 chart

⁵ When using the ISO12647-8:2021 Coated V3 F51 chart

1.5.3 Troubleshooting (Management Console)

This section describes how to solve a problem when Management Console cannot be operated properly.

Status	Cause	Solution and reference
The 404 error occurs, and the Management Console screen does not appear when you enter the IP address in a web browser.	The IP address and/or port number that you entered is incorrect.	Enter the correct IP address and port number. Make sure to enter a colon (:) between the IP address and port number. You can check the IP address and port number in Auto Color Adjuster Server Settings under Machine Settings that is displayed when you click the Machine Settings button () on the menu screen. When using a client computer, consult your administrator for the correct IP address and port number.
	Old data remains in the cache of the web browser.	On the Management Console screen, press the F5 key while pressing the Shift key. The cache of the web browser is cleared, and the page is reloaded.
	When you are operating more than one machine, you cannot access the server from a client computer.	Check that the computer is connected to the network. Restart Windows on the computer and server. Note: If the error persists, contact your service representative.
The 404 error occurs, and the Management Console screen does not appear when you click Management Console on the Initial Settings screen.	Old data remains in the cache of the web browser, or the service on the server is malfunctioning.	On the Management Console screen, press the F5 key while pressing the Shift key. The cache of the web browser is cleared, and the page is reloaded. Restart Windows. When you are using a client computer, restart Windows on the server also. Note: If the error persists, contact your service representative.
The Management Console screen is not displayed completely, and no operation is possible.	Old data remains in the cache of the web browser, or a malfunction occurred in the database.	On the Management Console screen, press the F5 key while pressing the Shift key. The cache of the web browser is cleared, and the page is reloaded. Restart Windows. When you are using a client computer, restart Windows on the server also. Note: If the error persists, contact your service representative.
A graph is not displayed in the Management Console screen.	An incorrect chart was specified.	Check that the correct color chart is printed. Use the following procedure to check the correct number of the color chart: On the Initial Settings screen, specify a combination of Machine Name and Paper Name, and then click Details. Check Verification Wedge ID.
	Old data remains in the cache of the web browser.	On the Management Console screen, press the F5 key while pressing the Shift key. The cache of the web browser is cleared, and the page is reloaded.
	There is an inconsistency in the specified data.	Check that the following folder is not shared: `C:\RicohAutoColorAdjuster\DB` Restart Windows. When you are using a client computer, restart Windows on the server also. Note: If the error persists, contact your service representative.

1.6 Colorimetry

The machine measures the colors on a printed test chart at a regular interval. You can save the measurement results in a file and manage them using a color management or other similar application.

1.6.1 Operation Workflow of Colorimetry

Print the chart for colorimetry on the printer to be adjusted for colors, and scan the chart on the machine to measure its colors. Save the measurement result in IT8 or CGATS TXT format. Load this file in a color management app or other application, and use it to manage the color quality of a printer.

Note:

You can select a chart from the list of charts for colorimetry that are commonly used, but you can also specify the paper size and color boxes to create a new chart for colorimetry.

Start Colorimetry and register a chart for colorimetry.
- You can also select one of the charts for colorimetry that are already registered.
Print the chart for colorimetry on the printer that you will measure.
In Colorimetry, specify the measurement conditions, the save location of the measurement result, and other settings.
On the machine, scan the chart for colorimetry that is printed.
Manage the measurement results on your computer.

1.6.1.1 Screen Configuration of the Colorimetry Screen

Click Colorimetry on your computer to display the Colorimetry screen. On the screen, you can register, manage, or scan the chart for colorimetry.

List of charts for colorimetry

1. Add

2. Delete

Deletes the selected chart for colorimetry.

3. Scan

Displays the Measurement and Saving Settings screen. In the screen, specify the measurement conditions, save location of the measurement result, and other settings, and click OK to scan the chart for colorimetry on the machine.

In the File Name field, enter the name under which to save the measurement result.
- You cannot specify the name when more than one chart for colorimetry is specified.
- Names of (chart name)+(mmdd) are assigned to the files automatically.
Click Browse..., and specify the destination folder to save the files.
Select the Lighting Condition from M0(A), M1(D50), and M2(A+UV cut).
In the Color Space for Measurement field, select the color space for measurement from Lab, LCh, XYZ, Spectroscopy, Density (Status T), and Density (Status E).
In the Saving File Format field, select the file format in which to save the measurement result from IT8 (*.it8) and CGATS.txt (*.txt).

4. Preview ()

Displays the preview of the selected chart.

5. List of Charts for Colorimetry

Displays the list of charts for colorimetry.

1.6.2 Using the Colorimetry Function

1.6.2.1 Types of Charts for Colorimetry

In the Colorimetry section, use the charts with various paper sizes and various color boxes to measure the colors generated by the printer.

On the list of charts for colorimetry, IT8.7-3, IT8.7-4/ IT8.7-4 Random, IT8.7-5/ TC1617, ECI2002/ ECI 2002 Random, Idealliance Control Strip 2009, Idealliance Control Wedge 2014, and other charts for colorimetry are registered. Use one of the charts on the list when measuring the target color in the standard with which you want to comply.

When using a color chart with a customized color scheme, create the color chart information file, a text file that specifies the paper size and color boxes on the chart, and register it on the list.

The following information is included in the printed chart. Description of the chart

1. Color code: Shows the chart number of the chart for colorimetry. The machine identifies the chart number when you scan a test chart on the machine.
2. Color chart: Group of color boxes used for colorimetry.

1.6.2.2 Registering a New Chart for Colorimetry

To register a new chart for colorimetry, create a chart information file and register it.

Important:

You do not need to register the chart for colorimetry when using a chart that is already registered.

Create a chart information file in plain text format (TXT) using a text editor application such as Notepad in Windows.
- Specifying the file name and save location is optional.
Click Colorimetry on your computer.
Click Add.
Click Browse... and select a Chart Information File.
Click OK ⇒ OK.
When finished creating the chart for colorimetry, click OK.
A PDF file for printing and other files are created, and the chart for colorimetry is added to the list.

1.6.2.2.1 Chart Information File

Enter the following setting items and setting values in the chart information file.

Note:

You can create a custom chart based on the sample chart information files available under C:\RicohAutoColorAdjuster\ReferenceChart\CMS\SampleChartInfoFiles

Category	Setting Item	Setting Value
Chart Information	CHART_NAME	Specifies the chart name enclosed by double quotation marks (") as described below: Encoding: UTF-8 Prohibited characters: `/:*?<>\\|` Number of characters: Up to 259 characters including the file path string for the destination folder and four-letter extension Example: "Measure Sample1"
	SHEET_WIDTH SHEET_HEIGHT	Specifies the width and length (along the sub-scan direction) of the paper: Width: From 21000 through 33000 (210– 330 mm, 8.2–13 inches) Length: From 21000 through 48700 (210– 487 mm, 8.2–19.2 inches) Example: Width 29700 (297 mm, 11.7 inches), Length 42000 (420 mm, 16.5 inches)
	PATCH_WIDTH PATCH_HEIGHT	Specifies the horizontal and vertical lengths of a color box: Unit: 100 (1 mm, 0.04 inches) Minimum: 600 (7 mm, 0.28 inches) Maximum: 1500 (15 mm, 0.6 inches) Example: 700 for both the horizontal and vertical lengths
Color box information	NUMBER_OF_PATCHES	Specifies the total number of color boxes on the color chart Example: 200
	COLOR FORMAT	Fixed at CMYK Enter all lines to END_DATA_FORMAT as shown in the example.
	BEGIN_DATA END_DATA	Specifies the device value in the color space defining the color of the box Enter the CMYK values of the number of color boxes specified in NUMBER_OF_PATCHES between the BEGIN_DATA and END_DATA lines. Example: 1 70 40 10 0–200 10 100 30 0 (values for 4–199 are omitted)

Example of Chart Information File

CHART_NAME "Measure Sample1"

SHEET_WIDTH 29700

SHEET_HEIGHT 42000

PATCH_WIDTH 700

PATCH_HEIGHT 700

NUMBER_OF_PATCHES 200

COLOR FORMAT CMYK

BEGIN_DATA_FORMAT

SAMPLE_ID CMYK_C CMYK_M CMYK_Y CMYK_K

END_DATA_FORMAT

BEGIN_DATA

1 70 40 10 0

2 100 20 10 10

3 80 80 100 10

...

200 10 100 30 0

END_DATA

1.6.2.3 Confirming the Chart for Colorimetry

In the Colorimetry section, use the charts with various paper sizes and various color boxes to measure the colors generated by the printer.

To confirm the chart for colorimetry:

Click Colorimetry on your computer.
Select the checkbox of the chart for colorimetry, and then click the Information button ().
Confirm the chart for colorimetry.

1.6.2.4 Performing Colorimetry

To perform colorimetry:

Click Colorimetry on your computer.
Check the Chart ID of the chart to be used for colorimetry.
On the printer to be measured for the colors, print the PDF that is stored in the folder for each Chart ID under C:\RicohAutoColorAdjuster\ReferenceChart\CMS.
Place the chart for colorimetry with the side to scan facing up on the machine.
Select the checkbox of the chart for colorimetry, and then click Scan.
In the Measurement and Saving Settings dialog, specify the measurement conditions, save location of the measurement result, and other settings, and then click OK.
Click Start Scan.
The machine starts scanning the chart for colorimetry, and creates a file in the specified folder.

1.6.3 Troubleshooting (Colorimetry)

Close the menu screen, and then restart Windows if neither the Colorimetry screen nor any message is displayed when you click Colorimetry on the menu screen. If you still cannot display the Colorimetry screen after performing the operation, contact your service representative.

1.6.3.1 When an Error Occurs in the Scanned Result

When an error is displayed in Scanned Result after scanning the color chart for colorimetry, check the error code, and operate as required.

Error Code	Cause	Solution and reference
02XX0002 04XX0003 04XX0009 04XX000A (XX represents a hexadecimal number between 00–ff)	A system error occurred.	Restart Windows.
02XX0004 (XX represents a hexadecimal number between 00–ff)	An unexpected problem occurred.	Contact your service representative. Collect the device log as required.
02010007	The destination folder is deleted.	Specify the correct folder in Specify a destination folder to save. under Measurement and Saving Settings.
02020008	A file of the specified name already exists in the destination folder.	Move or delete the corresponding file from the folder specified in Specify a destination folder to save. under Measurement and Saving Settings. Specify the correct file name in File Name under Measurement and Saving Settings. You cannot specify the name when more than 1 chart for colorimetry is specified. Names of (chart name)+(mmdd) are assigned to the files automatically.
0402000C	An error occurred on the machine.	Check the message and operate as required. Restart the machine and Windows after the error is resolved on the machine.
0403000C	Failed to scan the chart.	Scan the chart again. If the error persists, reprint the chart in the center of the paper, and then scan the reprinted chart.
00010006	The measurement result file is not output after you scan a custom chart. This problem occurs because the ID of the scanned chart does not match the ID of the chart you select for scanning in the Colorimetry dialog.	Scan a chart whose chart ID matches the ID of the chart you select for scanning in the Colorimetry dialog.
020F0007	After you select the destination folder for saving the measurement result file, the Specify a destination folder to save. field is blank again.	Select the destination folder again. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
0403000D	The scanned chart does not match the chart you select for scanning in the Colorimetry dialog.	In the Colorimetry dialog, select a chart that matches the chart placed on the paper tray.
Colorimetry Timeout Error	A paper jam or another problem occurred when scanning an original.	Solve the problem on the machine. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
Colorimetry File Creation Error

1.7 Troubleshooting

Use this chapter to identify and fix problems with the machine or the application.

1.7.1 When the Machine Cannot Be Operated

Status	Cause	Solution and reference
The power of the machine cannot be turned on.	The power cable of the machine is not plugged into a wall outlet.	Plug the power cable into the wall outlet.
	An extension cord is used.	Do not use an extension cord. (mainly Europe) Plug the power cable directly into a wall outlet that supplies electricity of 220–240 V, 1 A or higher at 50 or 60 Hz. (mainly North America) Plug the power cable directly into a wall outlet that supplies electricity of 120–127 V, 1.2 A or higher at 60 Hz.
	The power cable is not plugged into the machine.	Make sure that the power cable that is supplied with the machine is securely plugged into the receptacle for the power cable on the machine.
	There is a problem with the wall outlet.	Plug the power cable into another wall outlet that you have checked for power by plugging in other electrical products. If the machine still does not start, contact your service representative.
The indicator is lit in red.	A problem is occurring on the machine.	Check the message that is displayed on the computer, and then solve the problem accordingly.

1.7.1.1 Collecting Logs Automatically

This section describes the procedure to perform when you are requested to collect a log automatically, upon consulting your service representative, or other occasions.

Note:

The log does not contain any data or personal information that can be used to identify a specific individual.

To collect logs automatically:

If the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster screen is not already displayed, click the RICOH icon () on the desktop, to start it.
Click the Machine Settings button ().
Click Backup/Restore/Log.
In the Log Collection section, click Start Collection.
Specify the file name and save location, and save the log.
The log is saved as a file in ZIP format.
Click OK ⇒ Go Back to Initial Screen.

1.7.1.2 Collecting Logs Manually

If you cannot reduce the color difference in Color Sample Matching any further and you are requested to send a log, send the log files from the server computer by e-mail.

Important:

Obtain the log immediately after the phenomenon occurs. The log that is required for analyzing the phenomenon cannot be obtained correctly if you restart RICOH Auto Color Adjuster or perform another operation after it occurs.

To collect logs manually:

Find the log files on the server computer.
Send the log files by e-mail.

1.7.1.2.1 Log Files Location and Names

Folder path File name format

Folder path	File name format
`C:\RicohAutoColorAdjuster\Apps\AppsUI\Sysdata\reference`	[yyyyMMddHHmmss]_a.csv [yyyyMMddHHmmss]_b.csv [yyyyMMddHHmmss]_L.csv
`C:\RicohAutoColorAdjuster\Apps\AppsUI\Sysdata\target`	[yyyyMMddHHmmss]_a.csv [yyyyMMddHHmmss]_b.csv [yyyyMMddHHmmss]_L.csv
`C:\RicohAutoColorAdjuster\Apps\AppsUI\tmp`	after_dE_map_[page number].tif before_dE_map_[page number].tif org_cmyk_[PDF file number]_[PDF page number].tif org_lab_[PDF file number]_[PDF page number].bin org_lab_[PDF file number]_[PDF page number].tif org_mask_[PDF file number]_[PDF page number].tif ref_[page number].bin ref_[page number].tif ref_mask_[page number].tif ref_registration_[page number].tif tgt_[page number].bin tgt_[page number].tif tgt_mask[page number].tif tgt_registration_[page number].tif

C:\RicohAutoColorAdjuster\Apps\AppsUI\Sysdata\reference

[yyyyMMddHHmmss]_a.csv

[yyyyMMddHHmmss]_b.csv

[yyyyMMddHHmmss]_L.csv

C:\RicohAutoColorAdjuster\Apps\AppsUI\Sysdata\target

[yyyyMMddHHmmss]_a.csv

[yyyyMMddHHmmss]_b.csv

[yyyyMMddHHmmss]_L.csv

C:\RicohAutoColorAdjuster\Apps\AppsUI\tmp

after_dE_map_[page number].tif

before_dE_map_[page number].tif

org_cmyk_[PDF file number]_[PDF page number].tif

org_lab_[PDF file number]_[PDF page number].bin

org_lab_[PDF file number]_[PDF page number].tif

org_mask_[PDF file number]_[PDF page number].tif

ref_[page number].bin

ref_[page number].tif

ref_mask_[page number].tif

ref_registration_[page number].tif

tgt_[page number].bin

tgt_[page number].tif

tgt_mask[page number].tif

tgt_registration_[page number].tif

1.7.2 When Messages Appear (Common to All Functions)

This section describes how to solve the problem when the machine cannot be operated properly from a computer.

Message	Cause	Solution and reference
Failed to start the application, please try again. Call service if this error message is displayed repeatedly.	Failed to initialize the variables for Color Sample Matching.	Create a backup of the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster settings, uninstall the software, and then install it again. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
Failed to start the application. There is a network problem, please check.	The client computer failed to access the server, or a problem is occurring in an application on the server.	Check that the computer is connected to the network. Restart Windows on the computer and server. If the error persists, contact your service representative.
An error has occurred in the following location.Turn the main power off and back on, then restart the application.If the error occurs again, please call service. SCXXX-XX	A malfunction that might require a repair occurred on the machine.	Turn off the power of the machine, and then turn it on again. If the error persists, contact your service representative with the message and SC number.
An error has occurred in the following location.Turn the main power off and back on, then restart the application.If the error occurs again, please call service. SCXXX-XX	A malfunction that might require a repair occurred in the communication between the machine and the computer.	Check that the machine and the computer are connected using two USB cables. Turn off the power of the machine, and then turn it on again. If the error persists, contact your service representative with the message and SC number.
Colorimeter has not been connected. Connect the colorimeter and then restart the application.	A problem occurred in the communication between the machine and the computer.	Check that the machine and the computer are connected using two USB cables. If the machine is turned off, turn it on. If the machine is turned on, turn it off and then on again. Quit Quick Color Adjustment, Color Sample Matching, Colorimetry, and Machine Settings when those applications are running, and then start them again from the menu screen. If only the menu screen is displayed, start the RICOH Auto Color Adjuster again. Restart Windows. When you are using a client computer, restart Windows on the server also.
Not secure	The SSL certificate you are using when accessing the server online from the client computer is not installed on the server.	Add the SSL certificate to the server.
The license has expired. Please update the license.	The license has expired.	Contact your sales representative. When the server computer is connected to the Internet, the status of the license is updated automatically after the license is renewed. The license information is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen. To update the license information, click the Machine Settings button (), and go to Machine Settings ⇒ License Management.

1.7.3 When a Paper Jam Occurs

Open the front door of the machine and remove the paper if the following message is displayed on the screen: Open the cover and remove original document/chart inside.

CAUTION:

When replacing paper or removing jammed paper, make sure not to trap or injure your fingers.

1.7.3.1 Precautions When Removing Jammed Paper

CAUTION:

Some parts inside the machine might get damaged when you touch them. Do not touch the internal components of the machine when removing jammed paper. Doing so might cause the machine to malfunction.

Note the following when opening the front door to remove jammed paper. Precautions when removing jammed paper

1	When pushing on the scan unit to remove jammed paper, touch the indicated part only.
2	Be careful not to touch the indicated part or stain or damage the part.

Note:

Do not turn off the machine when removing paper.
To remove paper, hold the left and right ends of hands, and pull on the paper evenly.
Be careful not to rip the paper and leave small pieces of it inside the machine when removing jammed paper. If small pieces are left inside the machine, a paper jam or malfunction might occur.
If the paper is torn, put pieces together like a jigsaw puzzle, and make sure that you have all pieces. If one or more pieces is missing, it might be left inside the machine. Consult your service representative.
If the message persists even after removing the jammed paper, check that there is no other paper jammed inside the machine.

1.7.3.2 Removing Jammed Paper

Open the front door of the machine, and then follow the instruction described below to remove the jammed paper. The instructions are also printed inside the front door of the machine.

Note:

The instructions for removing jammed paper are also printed inside the front door of the machine.

To remove jammed paper:

Open the front door of the machine.
Push the scan unit to move it toward the back of the machine (1).
Move the scan unit toward the back so that it is behind the black paper transport member (2).
Turn the right lever to the right from its lower position (3).
Turn the left lever to the right from its upper or lower position (3).
Check that both levers are set in the positions as shown in the diagram (3).
Remove the paper from either the paper source side or the paper output side (4).
- If you cannot pull out the paper in either direction, pull it out from inside the machine toward the front.
Turn the right lever downward (5).
Turn the left lever downward (5).
Close the front door.

1.7.3.3 If Paper Jams Occur Frequently

Check the paper condition. Also check how it is placed on the machine and that the paper size is correct.

Paper condition

Items to check	Solution if applicable
Is the paper wrinkled, bent, or curled?	Do not use wrinkled, bent, or ripped paper. When the paper is heavily curled, correct the curl before setting it on the machine.
Is the paper in the supported size or thickness?	Place paper of the size and thickness that can be used on the machine.
Does the paper contain a lot of moisture?	Use paper that is stored in a dry environment, and then perform printing again. Keep color samples you receive from customers in a plastic bag to keep moisture away from them.
Is the paper sticking together?	When placing more than one sheet of paper together, fan the sheets thoroughly every time before setting them on the paper tray.

Condition of the loaded paper

Items to check	Solution if applicable
Is there a gap between the paper and paper guide? Is the paper guide set too tight against the paper?	Adjust the paper guide to the paper size.
Is the paper tray used correctly?	Place the machine in a location where the paper tray and paper are not in contact with the surrounding wall or other object. Pull out the extension tray when you place paper that extends beyond the edge of the tray (longer than A4 size paper in portrait orientation).
Are too many sheets of paper placed on the paper tray?	Place paper on the paper tray so that it is not stacked above the upper limit indicator () of the tray.

Paper size

Items to check	Solution if applicable
When paper jams occur frequently in Quick Color Adjustment: Does the size of the color chart match the size specified in Scan Settings?	On the Scan Settings screen, check that the size specified in Quick Color Adjustment matches the size of the paper used to print the chart. If the sizes do not match, print the chart on paper of a matching size, or specify a size that matches the paper size in Scan Settings.
When paper jams occur frequently in Color Sample Matching: Does the paper size of the color sample match the paper size specified in Golden Sample or the settings in Sub Scan? Does the paper size of the printed original match the paper size specified in Before Color Matching or the settings in Sub Scan? Are you using a small custom size paper (275 mm or 11.3 inches wide or narrower × 230 mm, 9.1 inches or shorter)?	Specify the size of the color sample in Golden Sample correctly before scanning it. Specify the size of the printed original in Before Color Matching correctly before scanning it. Change the direction of the paper loaded on the machine, specify Sub Scan again, and then perform scanning.
When paper jams occur frequently in Colorimetry: Does the paper size of the printed chart match the Size of the chart for colorimetry that you specified?	Check that the Size of the chart for colorimetry that you specified matches the size of the paper specified for printing the chart. When the sizes do not match, change the paper, or specify the correct chart for colorimetry according to the size of the paper.

Note:

Enter the paper length along the sub scan direction of the paper to place on the machine in Scan Settings and Sub Scan.

1.7.3.4 When Paper Is Not Ejected Neatly

If the color chart or document that has been scanned is ejected curled or not neatly stacked, use the auxiliary tray that is provided with the machine. If you do not resolve this condition, it might result in a paper jam.

Auxiliary tray for stacking the scanned paper