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 Preferred
by museums, the
Cruse Synchron System touchlessly scans artwork while preserving
detail much more evenly and accurately than other scanners or any digital camera. RGB
scans up to 450 MB are possible.
Artwork up to 48" x 72", even in frames or behind glass, can be
scanned. Depending on the specifics of the original art,
Make-Ready
preparation is sometimes required prior to scanning.
Note:
Cruse Scan services and prices have been updated.
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ABOUT RESOLUTION & FILE SIZE:
The first question to ask is "What size am I reproducing the art and
what resolution is required at that size? That determines the minimum file
size you need and the scanning resolution. Higher "dpi" scans will
capture more data but
lower dpi scans offer the same color accuracy.
75 dpi scans, at the original art size, are large enough for many common uses, including
reproduction at smaller sizes.
150 dpi scans, at the original art size, are large enough for same-size reproduction using Giclee printers.
300 dpi scans, at the original art size, are needed by the offset
printing industry to fit their screening processes. Many users have
adopted 300 dpi as their own standard for archiving, even though the files are often much
larger than needed for their final use.
Up to 700 dpi scans are possible, depending on the art size. Maximum
native file size is 450mb, regardless of resolution.
ABOUT COLOR:
Artists' pigments and dyes occur in infinite
variations.
Nothing records every one exactly as the eye sees it so image files must be
optimized (fine-tuned) for specific uses.
We include basic optimizing
adjustments in our prices but final adjustment depends on the specific use
of the image file and is a customer responsibility.
The complexity of file
optimizing depends on the dyes and pigments in the artwork as well as
the intended use of the file.
Whether done by an experienced color technician for fine reproduction
or a novice for home/office printing or web use, optimizing the scan is
important.
Color Management: We maintain state of the art
color management using an ICC profiled workflow. If color accuracy is
critical and you are
not familiar with ICC profiles and color management, you should
engage a knowledgeable graphics professional who is experienced with color
imaging. We can also provide this service.
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