Thursday, July 30, 2009

12:00 Noon

Registration

1:00 p.m.

Opening Session

WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS
Alvin G. Keene, Director, IMI Europe, Cambridge, England & President, Information Management Institute, Inc., Kingfield, Maine, USA

COLOR FUNDAMENTALS

• Light & The Human Visual System
• Color Matching Functions (CMF)
• Tristimulus Values
• Metamerism
• CIE XYZ Space & The Cone Of Visible Colors
• CIE 1931, CIE1976 Chromaticity Diagram
• White Point Temperature & the Black Body Locus
• Psychophysical & Psychological Aspects Of Color Perception

DIGITAL COLOR CODING

• Device Dependent Color Specification
• Device Independent Color Specification
• Color Spaces
• RGB, CMYK, HSV, HSL, CIELAB & CIELUV
• What Color Space to Use?

COLOR REPRODUCTION PRINCIPLE

• Color Mixing
• Color Gamut
• Role of Color Model
• Measuring Color
• Analytical / Empirical Color Models
• Gamut Representation - 2D vs, 3D

ADDITIVE / SUBTRACTIVE DEVICES

• Printing Principle
• When Is Halftoning Necessary?
• Dot Gain: Optical & Physical
• Compensation For Dot Gain
• Tone Reproduction Curves
• Three Component Printing Process & Its Limitations
• Four Component Printing Process & Its Pros/Cons
• Color Separations
• Black Generation Process
• Under Color Removal (UCR)
• Gray Component Replacement (GCR)
• Colorant/Media Interaction
• Colorant/Colorant Interaction
• Color Models
• Computing Color Gamut

DIGITAL HALFTONING

• Black & White Halftoning Techniques
• Amplitude Modulation Techniques: Cluster Order, Cluster Random & Artistic
• Frequency Modulation Techniques: Stochastic Screening, Blue Noise Mask, Error Diffusion, Pulse Density Modulation & Direct Binary Search
• Combined Techniques
• Color Halftoning
• Multilevel & Multicolor Halftoning
• Interference & Interaction Between Color Layers
• Influence Of Halftoning On Color Gamut
• Dot On Dot, Dot Of Dot Halftoning
• Moire Free Amplitude Modulation Color Halftonin

Friday, July 31, 2009

7:30 a.m.

Breakfast

8:30 a.m.

Session 2

GAMUT MAPPING

• What Is Gamut?
• Influence Of The Viewing Conditions
• Why Gamut Mapping?
• Out Of Gamut Colors
• Where Is Gamut Mapping Used?
• Gamut Optimization
• Color Gamut Dependency On Technology, Primaries, Dot Gain, Media, Halftoning, UCR/GCR, Ink Coverage, Viewing Conditions and Adaptation
• Gamut Mapping Techniques

COLOR MANAGEMENT

• Device Characterization & Calibration
• Principle Of Color Management
• Device Profile
• ICC Approach On Color Management
• Element Of An ICC Printer Profile
• Profile Connection Space
• Color Management At The System & Document Levels
• Color Data Transformations Within The Color Management Workflow
• Reproduction Intents (Colorimetric, Perceptual & Saturation)
• ColorSync Color Management Framework
• Alternate Solutions To ICC Approach: sRGB Color Encoding
• Advantages/Limitations Of The sRGB Approach

1:00 p.m.

Session 3

VIEWING CONDITIONS

• Appearance Of Color
• Reference Viewing Conditions
• Color Difference In The Reference Viewing Conditions
• Matching Color Between Reproductions
• Perceptual Gamut

COLOR QUALITY FACTORS IN COLOR REPRODUCTION

• Color Quality Evaluation
• Role Of Test Images
• Creating/Selecting Test Images
• Reproduction Technology
• Resolution/Addressability
• Contrast Ratio
• Modulation Transfer Function
• Contrast Sensitivity Functions
• Maximum Luminance
• Primaries
• Flare
• Halftoning
• Graininess
• Sharpness
• Smoothness
• Tone Reproduction
• Optimizing Color Gamut
• Color Layer Interference
• Gamut Mapping
• Color Management
• Viewing Conditions
• Conclusions

4:00 p.m.

Adjournment

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COURSE LEADER

Dr. Gabriel Marcu, Senior Scientist, ColorSync Group, Apple Inc., Cupertino, California

Dr. Gabriel Marcu is Senior Scientist in the ColorSync Group at Apple Inc.. This tutorial course is an illustration of his experience acquired in developing software drivers for ink jet printers, designing and programming color applications on color analysis, 3D visualization of color spaces, color classification, halftoning and gamut mapping. Dr. Marcu has taught seminars on color computing for Shizuoka University, Japan (1992, 1993), University of California at Berkeley (1997), IS&T/SPIE's Electronic Imaging (1998-2000); on color quality in desktop printing for IS&T/SID's CIC (1998-2000), PICS' (1999-2001) and NIP (1999-2001) and on Color & Color Management for IMI Europe (2001).

HOTEL INFORMATION

IMI's Digital Printing Summer Camp 2009 is being held at the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel located at the Sugarloaf Ski Area base village. The 120 rooms and suites offer modern comfort in natural splendor and appeal of the Western Maine Mountains. Hotel reservations are the responsibility of each registrant. Early booking is advised as the reduced rate is guaranteed only until July 7, 2009. Phone +1-800-843-5623 or +1-207-237-2000 (Ask for Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel Reservations) to make hotel reservations.

To receive the special meeting rate of $89 (single or double occupancy) in alcove room or $99 (single or double occupancy) in superior queen room, you must refer to the Information Management Institute, Inc. group.

Reservation agents can also provide information on suites and condominium accommodations available throughout the resort.

All Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel rooms are air conditioned. Complimentary high speed internet access is available in the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel. The Sugarloaf Sports and Fitness Center, outdoor pool and tennis courts are also available for guest use at no additional charge. Outdoor recreation possibilities such as golf, hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, rafting, moose watching, etc. abound in the area.

THE LOCATION

Sugarloaf is a major eastern ski resort and summer recreational area located in Carrabassett Valley in the western mountains of the State of Maine. Celebrating over 50 years of operation, Sugarloaf offers a wide range of summer activities including golf, tennis, hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, swimming, white water rafting, canoeing or just relaxing in a beautiful, natural environment. It is a great place to combine your learning experience at IMI's Digital Printing Summer Camp 2009 and a family vacation where you can experience the wonders of nature and healthy outdoor activities such as:

Golf

The Sugarloaf Golf Club is the number one rated course in Maine and Golf Digest rated the course one of the top 75 resort courses in the United States. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., the 18-hole course is known for its quality of play and scenery. It plays through the valley with mountains overhead and winds over and around the Carrabasset River.

The awe-inspiring 18-holes that make up the Sugarloaf Golf Club & Golf School have proven, for so many golfers, an unforgettable experience. An experience punctuated by the rugged, demanding terrain that is the hallmark of mountain golf.

Golf Digest called Sugarloaf Golf Club a "top 10 for memorability" and a "top 10 for aesthetics." And its legendary designer, Robert Trent Jones, Jr., calls it "One of the most spectacular courses I've ever been associated with."

IMI's Digital Printing Summer Camp 2009 will receive a special weekday (M-F) golf rate of $75 per person for 18 holes including cart.

Hiking

Hiking opportunities abound in the Western Maine Mountains. You can hike the 4,237 foot summit of Sugarloaf right outside the hotel or to one of the surrounding mountains in the Bigelow Range. You can also connect with the Appalachian Trail and the recently opened Maine Huts & Trails system with two beautiful wilderness lodges located near Sugarloaf Hiking trails for all abilities provide wilderness beauty on many miles of alpine terrain.

Mountain Biking

Sugarloaf maintains mountain bike trails featuring some of the choicest single track in New England, wide open dirt roads, the historic Narrow Gauge Railroad bed (don't worry-the tracks and ties have been removed) along the picturesque Carrabassett River and a trail network that has supported some of the biggest mountain bike races in the Northeast.

White Water Rafting

The Kennebec River is one of the most popular whitewater rafting runs in the country. It combines a beautiful wilderness setting with Class 5 rapids and narrow passages. A full day Kennebec trip is a great family or group adventure for ages 12 and up. Trips can be arranged with numerous rafting companies. Additional information on specific options will be posted soon.

Moose Watching

Maine's infamous moose love the Carrabassett Valley. Hotel staff can direct you to spots where you will have a good chance of seeing moose or you can join organized "Moose Cruises." At the very least, you'll enjoy great wilderness scenery and the setting sun over Crocker Mountain.

Planning Your Supplemental Recreation

We could go on about fly fishing, canoeing, swimming in a crystal clear mountain stream, relaxing wilderness picnics, etc. but we think you get the idea that combining some outdoor, wilderness related activities with IMI's Digital Printing Summer Camp 2009 will be fun and easy to do. Most of these activities can be done on your own or you can make arrangements by contacting Sugarloaf at +1-207-237-2000.

When you register for one or more of the courses at IMI's Digital Printing Summer Camp 2009, we will provide you with an information package covering summer activities and recreational opportunities at Sugarloaf and in the adjacent areas.

Getting to Sugarloaf

To access all this wonderful natural beauty, it is obvious that Sugarloaf is not located in an urban center! However, it is closer than you think.

For those flying into the Northeastern U.S., we recommend flying into one of the following airports and renting a car so that you can enjoy the wonderful scenic auto routes throughout New England as you travel to Sugarloaf.

Portland International Airport, Portland, Maine - 2 ½ hour drive
Bangor International Airport, Bangor, Maine - 2 ½ hour drive
Manchester Airport, Manchester, New Hampshire - 3 ½ hour drive
Logan International Airport, Boston, Massachusetts - 4 hour drive

For those of you located in the Northeastern U.S. or once you've rented your car, you will want to plan your trip to and from Sugarloaf to pass by such places as L.L. Bean in Freeport, Maine, the Old Port Waterfront District of Portland, Maine, (named in April 2009 as the most livable city in the United States by Forbes Magazine http://www.forbes.com/2009/04/01/cities-city-ten-lifestyle-real-estate-livable-cities.html), numerous small coastal and lake communities and many of the other attractions of Maine - that's why it says "Vacationland" on our license plates.

Again, when you register for one or more of the courses at IMI's Digital Printing Summer Camp 2009, we will provide you with an information package with detailed directions and options for enhancing your trip, whether it be just for a brief visit or more extended vacation.

Useful Web Sites for Sugarloaf/USA Area Information

Sugarloaf/USA - www.sugarloaf.com
Town of Carrabassett Valley, Maine - www.carrabassettvalley.org
Sugarloaf Area Chamber of Commerce - www.sugarloafareachamber.org
Maine Huts & Trails Systems - www.mainehuts.org
Maine Whitewater Rafting - www.raftmaine.com
The Stanley Museum - www.stanleymuseum.org
University of Maine at Farmington - www.umf.maine.edu
State of Maine - www.state.me.us

Dress for IMI's Digital Printing Summer Camp 2009 will be casual.

The Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel address is:

Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel
5092 Access Road
Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947
Phone: +1-207-237-222
Phone: +1-800-527-9879
Fax: +1-207-237-3768

ABOUT THE SPONSOR

Information Management Institute, Inc. provides conference programs in the worldwide computer printer industry. Founded in 1988, IMI offers the largest and most comprehensive conference and seminar program in the digital printing industry. Since 1990, IMI has sponsored over 300 digital printing industry programs. Each year over 2000 industry technical, marketing and management personnel from over 600 companies attend over 20 programs covering ink jet, thermal, laser, digital printing presses, textile printing, printing consumables and other digital printing technology and application topics.

For further details, contact Information Management Institute: Alvin G. Keene President Information Management Institute, Inc. 1106 Valley Crossing Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 USA Phone: +1-207-235-2225 Fax: +1-207-235-2226 Email: imi@imiconf.com Web Site: www.imiconf.com

WEBCAST ORDERING INFORMATION

Webcast Fee:

Color & Color Management Course

$895 per registrant

The webcast fee includes internet viewing of all course sessions with audio and video feeds and the course reference materials.

To order the Color & Color Management Course webcast, submit the order form with payment to Susan Meldrum, Conference Administrator, Information Management Institute, Inc., 1106 Valley Crossing, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 USA. You may reserve space by calling +1-207-235-2225, sending a fax to +1-207-235-2226 or by sending an email message to imi@imiconf.com

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