Spectral-based Image Reproduction Workflow

Metameric reproduction systems (e.g. ICC-based systems) are successfully used around the world today. For distinct applications, however, such as artwork reproduction, proofing or high accurate industrial color communication, systematic limitations avoid satisfying results. This paper discovers the systematic problems of metameric reproduction systems and introduces a spectral-based workflow that allows the solution of these problems to a large extent. The basic concepts and main modules of a spectral-based reproduction system are investigated and finally a real system is presented. Keywords-component; color reproduction, spectral workflow