Using The Microtek Scanner Icc Profiler (Msp); Msp And It8 Calibration Data Installation; Calibration Target - Microtek ArtixScan M2 Getting To Know Manual

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Note: This chapter is only for the PC users who have installed the Microtek's MSP

utility, and use the IT8 color targets to generate scanner ICC profiles.

The Microtek Scanner ICC Profiler (MSP) is a scanner calibration and profiling utility

program designed exclusively for Microtek scanners. Used together with the color

calibration target, the ICC Profiler determines the color attributes of your scanner

accurately, then generates an ICC profile tailored exclusively for the scanner that you

are using under ScanWizard Pro.

MSP and IT8 Calibration Data Installation

Before installing MSP, ScanWizard Pro needs to be installed on your system. This will

ensure that the MSP utility will install and function properly.

To install MSP, take note of the following:

• For PC: Place the Microtek Software CD/DVD into a drive, then double click the

Calibration Target

One calibration target (industry-standard IT8 color target) is included in the scanner

package for calibration: a Transparency target (IT8, size 4" x 5") to calibrate the lower

scan bed of the scanner for scanning film.

Microtek do not supply any of IT8 Reflective target in the scanner package. If you

feel that it is necessary to calibrate the upper scan bed of the scanner for scanning

photos, you may purchase the IT8 Reflective target from supplying stores near you.

The calibration targets are very delicate and must be handled carefully. Take note of

the following:

• Gently remove the target from its respective protective sleeve and avoid touching

• When not in use, keep targets in their sleeves and keep away from light and heat.

Note: To keep the colors in your scanner consistent, you should perform color

calibration on a regular basis. Professional photographers, graphic designers or

others who require extremely precise color may wish to calibrate the scanner every

time it is used.

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