ColorVision Press Release 28/09/04

For Professionals Who Can’t Leave Digital Imaging To Chance

At Photokina September 28 through October 3rd at the Professional Imaging Hall

No.14.2 Aisle `L’ Booth Nr.040.

COLOGNE, GERMANY - September 28, 2004 - ColorVision, the digital imaging unit of Datacolor today announce at the PHOTOKINA international tradeshow an updated SpectroPRO2 Suite. This Spectro based product is the most inclusive solution for professionals who depend on accurate monitor calibration and printer profiling. SpectroPRO2 Suite has all the tools for high-level color control, professional monitor calibration, outstanding Spectro-built printer profiles and sophisticated profile editing.

The SpectroPRO2Suite package is compatible with most popular image editing tools and printers, putting control of the digital darkroom in the hands of the creator. The bundle includes:

The new PatchReader software utility for reading color targets and reducing patch-reading errors with an easy to use color-coded reading interface which makes patch reading a snap with the Spectrocolorimeter, no matter how many times you need to return to it. You can even save partially read targets for later completion!

SpectroPRO Spectrocolorimeter, which conveniently measures a range of calibration targets (using ProfilerPRO(TM) software) includes new color targets specially optimized for reading with the bundled spectro and PatchReader software.

The all-new USB Spyder2(TM) colorimeter with the advanced features of Spyder2PRO(TM) software for use on both LCD and CRT displays.

ProfilerPRO(TM) v3 printer profile building software, with more accurate matching of saturated vector colors, especially helpful for graphic designers. ProfilerPRO used with the bundled Spectrocolorimeter builds high-quality printer profiles right inside Adobe? Photoshop?.

DoctorPRO(TM) software edits profiles using the full Adobe Photoshop global editing toolset for color manipulation.

Along with the introduction of the new SpectroPRO2 Suite packaged for professional markets, ColorVision has also introduced the all-new PrintFIX(TM) Suite. This affordable integrated hardware/software solution from monitor calibration to printer profiling is specially developed for mid-market enthusiasts such as home hobbyists, amateur photographers as well as desktop specialists in small business environments.

“AND, at every level, quality and accuracy have been enhanced making the COLORVISION product-line the best value on the market,” explained Brian Levey, Vice President of COLORVISION.

Levey continues, “COLORVISION has been leading the charge in digital color-control for the last four years and we plan to stay in front of the pack with the most sought-after products in the market with state-of-the-art technology and very attractive programs and prices for our dealers.” AFFORDABLE - START TO FINISH PROFESSIONAL DIGITAL DARKROOM TOOLS -
AVAILABILITY, PRICING AND SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

ColorVision? SPYDER2PRO(TM) Studio which is targeted to the demanding designer, photographer and professional whose crucial color correcting choices begin with the monitor, where attributes of display change over time and require regular maintenance, includes the Spyder2 colorimeter and the Spyder2PRO monitor calibration software. Software can be used at multiple workstations with no additional licensing required. Also included FREE are ColorVision DOCTORPRO(TM) software (for editing output profiles), a $110 value, PANTONEﾮ Colorist(TM) software ($49 value) and nik Color EfexPROA(TM) 2.0, standard edition software ($99 value). Spyde2rPRO has a U.S. manufacturers suggested retail price of $299 and can be found for less at many resellers.

System requirements include OSX 10.2 or better, or Windowsﾮ 2000 or XP, Adobe Photoshop 5.5 or better on Windows, Photoshop 7 or better on Mac or Photoshop elements. Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese and Chinese (Traditional and simplified).

Images of SpyderPRO2Studio can be downloaded at http://www.colorvision.com/resources/Tradeshows/Photokina/Spyder2PRO_Studio/

ColorVision PRINTFIX(TM) Suite This value-added package includes patch-reader hardware and the v1.2 software that works within Adobe? Photoshop? and Photoshop Elements. Includes the all-new Spyder2 colorimeter and Spyder2PRO monitor calibration software for accurate monitor calibration. Can be used at multiple workstations with no additional licensing required. Also included FREE are ColorVision DOCTORPRO software (for editing output profiles), a $110 value, PANTONE Colorist software ($49 value), and nik Color EfexPRO 2.0, standard edition software ($99 value). PrintFIX Suite has a U.S. manufacturers suggested retail price of $449 and can be found for less at many resellers.

System requirements include a CRT or LCD monitor; Windowsﾮ 2000, XP; Mac OSX 10.2 or better; USB, Adobe Photoshop 5 or greater Windows, or Photoshop 7 or greater Mac (for both RGB and CMYK profiles) or Photoshop Elements 2 (for RGB profiles only); color printer. Images of PrintFix Suite can be downloaded at http://www.colorvision.com/resources/Tradeshows/Photokina/PrintFix/

SPECTROPRO2 SUITE” for monitor calibration and printer profiling includes the Spyder2 colorimeter, Spyder2PRO monitor calibration software. Plus ColorVision LED Spectrocolorimeter and ProfilerPRO. Also included FREE are ColorVision DOCTORPRO software (for editing output profiles), a $110 value, PANTONEﾮ colorist software ($49 value), and nik Color EfexPRO 2.0, standard edition software ($99 value).

SpectroPRO2 Suite has a U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $999 and can be found for less at many resellers

System requirements include a CRT or LCD Monitor, OS X 10.2 or better; Windowsﾮ 2000, XP; USB for Spyder; Adobe Photoshop 5.5 or greater Windows, Photoshop 7 or greater Mac; color printer/ PostScriptﾮ printer or RIP, RS232C communications interface for Spectrocolorimeter; Serial-to-USB adapter is included. Images can be downloaded at http://www.colorvision.com/resources/Tradeshows/Photokina/Spectro2PRO_Suite/

The PANTONE COLORVISION product-line has become synonymous with affordable color monitor calibration and printer profiling. Known for superior quality and reliability, easily integrated with existing hardware and software for professional as well as the prosumer photography and design channels. And can be purchased from COLORVISION at http://www.colorvision.com

As new versions of software are released FREE up-grades are downloadable at the ColorVision web site (http://www.colorvision.com/support.html), for all registered owners with a valid serial number. COLORVISION offers FREE unlimited e-mail and telephone support 1.800.554.8688