BS ISO 15930-7:2010 - Page 2

Graphic technology. Prepress digital data exchange using PDF. Complete exchange of printing data (PDF/X-4) and partial exchange of printing data with external profile reference PDF/X-4p) using PDF 1.6 | Status: Confirmed, Current

1 Scope This part of ISO 15930 specifies the use of the Portable Document Format (PDF) Version 1.6 for the dissemination of digital data intended for print reproduction. When all elements necessary for final print reproduction are contained within the file, it is designated as PDF/X-4. If a required ICC profile is externally supplied and unambiguously identified, it is designated as PDF/X-4p. Colour-managed, CMYK, gray, RGB or spot colour data are supported, as are PDF transparency and optional content. Files can be prepared for use with gray, RGB and CMYK printing characterizations.