Datacolor Spyder Print S4SR100 User Manual: Advanced Print Color Calibration

1. Introduction

The Datacolor Spyder Print S4SR100 is an advanced spectrocolorimeter designed for professionals who demand precise color management in their print output. This tool enables the creation of custom ICC profiles for any combination of printer, ink, and media, ensuring accurate print-to-screen matching and gallery-quality results for both color and black and white prints. This manual will guide you through the setup, operation, and maintenance of your Spyder Print device.

2. What's in the Box

Spyder Print Spectrocolorimeter and Base
SpyderGuide
6-foot USB Cable
Spyder Print Software CD
Quick Start Guide

3. Setup

3.1. Software Installation

Insert the Spyder Print Software CD into your computer's optical drive.
Follow the on-screen prompts to install the software.
Register your product and activate the software using the provided license code.

3.2. Hardware Connection

Connect the Spyder Print spectrocolorimeter to an available powered USB port on your computer using the supplied USB cable.
Ensure the device is recognized by your computer and the Spyder Print software.

Figure 1: Datacolor Spyder Print device and base with a color target.

Datacolor Spyder Print device on a color target, showing the scanning mechanism — Figure 2: Datacolor Spyder Print device on a color target, illustrating the scanning mechanism.

3.3. Monitor Calibration (Prerequisite)

Before profiling your printer, it is crucial to ensure your display monitor is accurately calibrated. This step guarantees that what you see on your screen closely matches the final print output. Datacolor offers various monitor calibration tools for this purpose.

Video 1: This video explains the fundamental reasons and benefits of display calibration for accurate color reproduction in creative workflows.

4. Operating Instructions: Creating a Printer Profile

The Spyder Print software guides you through the process of creating custom ICC profiles for your printer.

4.1. Initial Setup and Activation

Launch the Spyder Print software. The software will guide you through the initial setup, including connecting your device and activating your license.

Video 2: This video demonstrates the initial setup and activation process for the Datacolor Spyder Print S4SR100 device and its accompanying software.

4.2. Printing Calibration Targets

In the Spyder Print software, select the option to

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